In Varadero, one of the world's most beautiful beaches and Cuba's top sun-and-sand destination, the Tryp Peninsula Varadero Hotel is waiting right for you. The five-star, all-inclusive lodging is the only establishment on the island nation that has ever grabbed the Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance certificate (ISO 9001:2001) in the lodging category. This excellent resort melts harmoniously into the surrounding environment (in the heart of the Varahicacos Ecological Reserve) and stands within a stone's throw of both the Plaza America Convention Center and the Varadero Golf Club. Its characteristics make it a top choice for family travels (kids included), conventions, congresses, incentives, weddings, vow renewal ceremonies and honeymoons. The entire Tryp Peninsula seems to prod guests to have a good time every step of the way. The a-la-carte restaurants and the smorgasbord serve the best food money can buy, and the rooms are scattered in small Cuba-style buildings that once popped up all across the island back in the 1930s. This feature makes the Tryp Peninsula a one-of-a-kind lodging facility. From the terrace of any of its five roomy suites, guests can make out all the hues and shades Mother Nature blessed this breathtaking neck of the woods with.

The crystal-clear water of its spacious swimming pools (designed for both children and adults) refreshes and caresses the skin. Access to sports and recreational activities is plentiful, and so are nautical activities. A gym equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the splendor of the nights, the flavor of its tasty food, its huge banquet halls, conference rooms and other facilities for congresses and conventions are also top allures. Professional customized attention is the name of the game for a staff that's determined to make your hearts and minds want to come back time and again. That's the impression this hotel has left in thousands and thousands of tourists who have stayed at the Tryp Peninsula Varadero Hotel, no matter whether it's been for pleasure or business, for incentive travel or for event attendance.

The Tryp Peninsula Varadero is highly coveted by foreign sunbathers. Its ever-rising occupancy rates speak volumes of this preference. The hotel is exquisitely and originally decorated, mainly the lobby area and a set of broad rooms tricked out with traditional ornaments from this region. As far as decoration is concerned, color and good taste are found in every frame, every piece of furniture and every object. They all create an intimate atmosphere that lets you give free rein to new emotions and sensations, that generates a feeling of welfare and happiness hard to find somewhere else. The moment you walk in the lobby, you'll find yourself trapped in a magical spell that will stay with you till the day you check out.

The Hotel is equipped with: - 591 accommodations, broken down in five suites and standard rooms. All are comfy, elegant and well equipped with all kind of high-tech gizmos and gadgets. Walk-in closets, umbrellas, coffeemakers, minibars, phones, international calling service, remote-controlled satellite TV and radio set, safety box and PC/Internet hookup (extra charge required). All rooms are decorated in suave pastel colors.

- Intimate poolside snack bar.

- A smorgasbord lovely decorated with paintings that depict Cuba's current social going and three restaurants: Las Gondolas, catering Italian food and serving breakfast from 5:00am, plus lunch, dinner (reservation required) and wee-hour service; La Fondue (recently opened), and Creperia (reservation required).

- A magnificent aqua bar in which swimmers sip drinks and cocktails dipped in waist-high water; the Lobby Bar with piano music ushering in the nightfall, plus scores of other bars spotted in strategic corners and a minibar in the room.

- Beauty hall and fitness center, the Cuban Club and the children's playground featuring an entertainment program specially designed for kids and teens. Adult day-and-night entertainment includes sports, recreational activities and water sports at the local Nautical Site.

-Karaoke, disco club and an unforgettable show at the amphitheater also pack a wallop of their own.

- Internet hookup and business center outfitted with cutting-edge technology; great conditions for meetings and conventions, as well as other related events.

- Round-the-clock room service (not included)

USEFUL TIPS Mailing address: Punta Hicacos Nature Park Phone: (5345) 668783 Fax: (5345) 668805 Website: www.solmeliacuba.com E-mail: jefe.ventas.tpv@solmeliacuba.com ventas1.tpv@solmeliacuba.com