"Every little rock star deserves a big stage!" Barney® to help kids become rock all-stars
04/03/2012
MIAMI, FL
The
All Inclusive Collection – the brand that's shifting the sands of the all inclusive vacation experience – announces a partnership with
HIT Entertainment, one of the world's leading children's entertainment producers and rights-owners, for exclusive rights in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean that brings some of the world's most popular children's brands to its resorts in the region. HIT's portfolio, including
Barney® will be featured in the newly designed kids clubs and interactive kids' areas opening this summer at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Cancun Palace (soon-to-be Hard Rock Hotel Cancun in August 2012) and Aventura Cove Palace (soon-to-be Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya in early 2013). These three properties are owned by the All Inclusive Collection, and are operated by an affiliate of the All Inclusive Collection under licensing agreements from Hard Rock International.
"By partnering with HIT Entertainment, the All Inclusive Collection is bringing an unmatched kids club experience to our resorts in Mexico and the Dominican Republic, giving every kid a stage and chance to interact with their favorite stars," said Rafael Chapur, Chief Operating Officer, All Inclusive Collection. "This is just one of many new rock star experiences we will unveil at our rebranded resorts, as we strive to offer an unmatched vacation experience."
Every kid is a rock star when visiting the All Inclusive Collection resorts in Mexico and the Dominican Republic, and the stage has been set for an unforgettable vacation for its littlest guests. The newly redesigned kids' areas at Aventura Cove Palace, Cancun Palace and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana will feature HIT Entertainment's Little Big Club, offering an endless amount of themed activities starring the beloved character, Barney.
Among the themed interactive play areas for kids at each Little Big Club In the Barney music area, the youngest lil' rockers will have a dino-mite time playing with musical instruments, participating in sing-a-longs and learning with Barney.
Each Little Big Club will also have its own mini-theater so kids can participate in movie nights, dance classes, talent shows and karaoke, making them the real stars of the show. A weekly live show, produced by RWS and Associates, will entertain kids of all ages as their favorite characters form their own rock band. RWS and Associates is a full service entertainment firm that provides the very best in custom-designed as well as pre-packaged events and productions worldwide. In addition, the Little Big Club will offer interactive character meet and greets during story time and other exciting activities.
"HIT's characters are loved around the world, and we're thrilled to work with the All Inclusive Collection to provide their littlest guests the ultimate star-studded vacation experience alongside our stars, Barney ," said Pam Westman, Executive Vice President, The Americas, HIT Entertainment. "Adults can enjoy the All Inclusive Collection's top notch offerings, and they can also completely relax knowing that their kids will be entertained by HIT's trusted and beloved brands."
The Little Big Club also extends to outdoor play areas. The littlest guests at Aventura Cove Palace can play at Barney's Tree House, an interactive play area.
The Little Big Club and all of the exciting installations and activities from the All Inclusive Collection and HIT Entertainment are free to families as part of the all inclusive offerings found at the All Inclusive Collection resorts in Mexico and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The first Little Big Clubs are slated to debut in June 2012 at Aventura Cove Palace and Cancun Palace, followed by the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana in July 2012.
Guests of the All Inclusive Collection can also take advantage of the Kids Stay Free Summer promotion, valid for booking now through Aug. 27, 2012 for travel June 1 through Aug. 31, 2012 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Cancun Palace and Aventura Cove Palace. When guests book three nights or more, two kids ages 12 and under sharing a room with a minimum of one adult can stay and eat for free! The Kids Stay Free promotion can also be combined with the $1,500 Resort Credit promotion, making an All-Inclusive Collection resort the best value-added vacation.
Accommodations at the All Inclusive Collection's Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Cancun Palace and Aventura Cove Palace start at $171 per person, per night, based on double occupancy.
About All Inclusive Collection
The All Inclusive Collection, a company that owns and operates properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic and three Mexico properties currently operating as Cancun Palace (soon to be reflagged Aug. 1, 2012, as Hard Rock Hotel Cancun), Vallarta Palace (soon to be reflagged Aug. 1, 2012, as Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta) and Aventura Cove Palace and Aventura Spa Palace (soon to be rebranded Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya early 2013). These four properties are owned by the All Inclusive Collection, and are, or will be, operated by an affiliate of the All Inclusive Collection under licensing agreements from Hard Rock International. Led by Chief Operating Officer Rafael Chapur, the All Inclusive Collection offers a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive resort experience and plans to expand its portfolio in Mexico and the Caribbean with new luxury properties that will continue to shift the sands of the all-inclusive vacation escape. For additional information, visit
www.palaceresorts.com or
www.hardrokhotelpuntacana.com.
