I'm usually not one to pass on public relations releases, but this one caught my eye and I thought you might want to see it for yourself. Be forewarned, you need to read the fine print.
BARBADOS GUARANTEES PERFECT VACATION WEATHER,
OR YOUR MONEY BACK!
Bridgetown, Barbados, May 4, 2009 – The sun-drenched island of Barbados is so sure you will have the perfect weather during your stay, the island is willing to put money on the line. The Barbados Perfect Weather Guarantee gives travelers cash back when the weather in Barbados isn’t “perfect*.” For more information visit, www.visitbarbados.org.
Travelers booking their vacations with the Barbados Perfect Weather Guarantee from May 1-June 7, 2009 for travel during May 28-December 18, 2009, will receive $100 for every day the weather falls below an average of 78 degrees Fahrenheit and accumulates more than a quarter-inch of rain. Further, travelers booking a five-night stay or longer, will enjoy an instant credit of $200 per booking.
As an old time Barbadian saying goes, “The devil and he wife fighting for the cou-cou stick,” meaning the rain is falling and the sun is shining brightly at the same time, is something that travelers booking the Barbados Perfect Weather Guarantee won’t have to worry about.
Visitors to Barbados can purchase the weather-guaranteed vacation package at no cost, and if after the vacation has ended, they believe they qualify for a refund, they enter the package code to a customized site provided at purchase of the vacation to determine if they are eligible for a refund.
The eastern-most of the Caribbean islands, and situated outside the hurricane belt, Barbados was formed by the collision of the Atlantic crystal and Caribbean plates, which created a volcanic eruption to create this country of contrasts; from serene Caribbean waters and coral beaches for sunbathers and swimmers to an Atlantic coastline ideal for surfers and sailors. A truly authentic Caribbean destination, mixing European sophistication and culture with nature and heritage sites, culinary excellence, and romance, offering small and affordable guest houses, luxurious villas, all-inclusive resorts, family-friendly hotels, and boutique escapes – there is definitely something for everyone in Barbados.
*Perfect Weather as defined by the Barbados Tourism Authority. The Perfect Weather Guarantee is provided by the Barbados Tourism Authority through WeatherBill. Additional terms, conditions and restrictions do apply. Guarantee is opt-in only, at no additional cost to the consumer. After purchasing a non-canceled, weather-guaranteed trip, a consumer will be eligible for a $100 rebate per booking for each day the average daily temperature in Barbados falls below 78 degrees Fahrenheit AND the daily rainfall is more than a quarter-inch (.25"). Weather triggers must fail to meet both weather conditions in the same day in order to receive the $100 payout. Daily weather conditions will be solely determined by weather data provided by Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI), as well as a third-party weather server provided through the company WeatherBill. By opting in to this program, a consumer agrees that their right to payment is determined solely through weather data provided by BGI and the third-party server. Weather insurance must be booked at least ten days prior to vacation through an approved booking engine partner, and within the predetermined booking window of 5/1/09 - 6/7/09. Only valid for new bookings with travel dates between 5/28/09 and 12/18/09. Consumer will be unable to check for refunds until vacation has ended, and may do so with a URL provided via email from the Barbados Tourism Authority and WeatherBill. Consumer will not be automatically refunded and must visit the custom look-up URL in order to generate refund. An email will be sent with the custom look-up URL within 2-5 business days of booking a weather-guaranteed vacation.
About Barbados
The island of Barbados offers the most authentic Caribbean experience with its exceptionally rich culture and history rooted in remarkable landscapes, including The Crane beach, St. Philips, voted one of the world’s sexiest beaches for 2008 by Concierge.com. Barbados is the first and only Zagat-rated Caribbean island with numerous internationally renowned chefs who masterfully put signature spins on local delicacies and traditions. Barbados is also an ideal stage for world-class events and has hosted numerous athletic championships, including the ICC Cricket World Cup Final 2007 and the 2006 PGA World Golf Championship-The Barbados World Cup. Accommodations range from picturesque plantation houses and villas to quaint bed and breakfasts to award-winning five-star resorts. The newly renovated Grantley Adams International Airport offers non-stop and direct service from a growing number of U.S. cities via Air Jamaica, American Airlines, Delta and US Airways, making Barbados the true gateway to the Eastern Caribbean. Barbados was voted #8 in the World by Trip Advisor’s ‘2008 Travelers Choice Destination Awards’ in its Top 100 Destinations category. Follow the Barbados beat and catch up on the latest news via the Barbados Facebook page at www.tinyurl.com/barbadosbeat and Twitter at www.twitter.com/barbadostourism. For more information on travel to Barbados, visit www.visitbarbados.org, or contact the Barbados Tourism Authority at 1.800.221.9831.
