Palace Resorts Announces Partnership With Cirque Dreams

MIAMI, April 25, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- Palace Resorts - the company that sets the standard in luxurious, all-inclusive resort accommodations – announces an unprecedented partnership with Cirque Dreams to offer a limited engagement of the groundbreaking and critically-acclaimed Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy this summer at the prestigious Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort. From June 29 thru August 5, 2012, Palace Resorts will treat families to the most comprehensive all-inclusive vacation experience, offering guests complimentary tickets to "the grandest circus spectacle east of Vegas" as proclaimed by New York Magazine.

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Created and directed by renown theatrical and circus impresario Neil Goldberg, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy is an exotic encounter inspired by nature's unpredictable creations that are brought to life by an international cast of soaring aerialists, spine-bending contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians.  The astounding feats performed in this action-packed performance are enhanced with spectacular costumes nominated for an American Theatre Wing Best Costume Design Award. The journey comes to life in a fantastical jungle setting filled with flowers, magical trees and a variety of special effects. From the Butterfly Ballet and Flipping Monkeys to Hopping Frogs and Stretching Lizards, this world-class explosion of imagination, athleticism and Broadway theatrics will exhilarate and entertain audiences of all ages. 

Presented under a giant, air-conditioned tent being set up exclusively for the presentation of Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy, the big top is equipped with special rigging and dramatic lighting for the ultimate show experience. Palace Resorts guests who book at Moon Palace for five nights receive two complimentary tickets to the performance, while those who book seven nights or more in an Oceanview room category or above will receive up to  three tickets.

All other Palace Resorts guests staying at the nearby Beach Palace, Sun Palace, Playacar Palace and Le Blanc will be able to purchase tickets and also receive priority transportation to and from Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort, as well as priority access to their seats. To make sure no one misses their chance to watch a live Cirque Dreams performance, Palace Resorts is offering nine weekly shows at an introductory rate of $25-$75.*

Throughout the summer, "Connection Zone" will offer will be offering CIRQUE DREAMS-themed activities as part of their regular programming, to offer kids an immersive Cirque Dreams experience, exclusively at Moon Palace.

At the new "Connection Zone," kids will also enjoy a wide variety of games and entertainment. Catering to curious minds and the more physically active kids, the newly-enhanced kid's club has something for everyone. The comprehensive package of activities includes: Tennis lessons, mini-golf, Spanish lessons, treasure hunts, beach soccer, pinata-making, beach camping, kiddie disco, cookie-making, pool games, slumber parties, hand-crafting, movie nights, game nights, face painting and masquerade nights. Additionally, the kid's club offers a variety of board games and has a fully-equipped arcade room. The kid's camp also engages guests with interactive games such as Twister, Hot Potato, Ping-Pong, Mini Olympics, and so much more.  Eco-friendly and educational activities include: beach cleanup, tree planting, sea turtle release (in season), "make your own marine monster" drawing and Prehistoric Car Races. (Activities may vary by property.) The "Connection Zone" is available at all Palace Resorts' family-friendly properties, including Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort, Beach Palace, Playacar Palace and Cozumel Palace.

For more than 25 years, Palace Resorts has set the standard for what travelers now demand from a luxury all-inclusive vacation. The partnership with Cirque Dreams reinforces the company's commitment to solidify Moon Palace as Cancun's premier entertainment resort destination, offering live performances by the best and most coveted artists of our time.   

Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort has Palace Resorts has elevated the all-inclusive experience by combining world-class talent with world-class hospitality to offer guests an unforgettable vacation experience. Moon Palace hosted its first mega concert with award-winning artist Shakira, one of the world's most successful and popular performers of our time, last August.  Jon Secada was the second artist to take the stage, serenading guests on Valentine's Day for a romantic night under the stars. Additional artists will be announced soon.

Palace Resorts continues to expand and enhance the all-inclusive services and amenities, which are unlike any competitors in the marketplace. All-inclusive offerings that go above and beyond traditional offerings including, unlimited long distance calls to the U.S. and Canada, included Wireless Internet in-room and throughout resort public areas, unlimited wine by the bottle, all with 85 point ratings and above, from highly rated wineries around the world, unlimited top shelf drinks, fine dining with no restrictions, 24-hour room service including a wide selection of breakfast favorites, entrees, soups, salads, snacks and desserts, luxurious, spacious accommodations, most with stunning water views, all with double Jacuzzi, top shelf liquor dispensers, LCD TV with international programming including HBO.

Additionally, the $1500 Resort Credit promotion offers unmatched value, allowing guests staying three nights or more to add activities -- such as spa treatments, golf rounds, room upgrades and local tours, to enhance their resort experience.

CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY debuted at the Broadway Theatre in 2008, and is to-date, the first and only show of its kind to ever perform on Broadway.  Neil Goldberg's creation of CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY has been hailed by the Chicago Tribune as "Brilliantly conceived entertainment for multiple generations, fused with fresh, clever, Goldberg Touches."  The New York Post proclaims CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY "Dazzling…a highly theatrical presentation replete with elaborate scenery and wall-to-wall music", and for children whose passion is gymnastics or jungle fauna, the New York Times says, "Waste no shekels on tickets for The Lion King…this is the show for you."  The New York Daily News hails it "Colorful, imaginative and expertly performed…a fantasy worth indulging."  USA Today raves, "Dazzling!  A fantastical tale of an enchanted jungle" and the L.A. Times calls it "Jaw dropping!  A whiz-bang family friendly spectacle." 

To purchase tickets, please visit www.ticketmaster.com
To book reservations at any Palace Resorts, please visit www.palaceresorts.com
For more information on Cirque Dreams, visit www.cirqueproductions.com
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*Tickets will also be available to the general public at introductory prices starting at $25 - $75. Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy will offer two nightly shows Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and one show on Sundays. Days of the week subject to change.

About Palace Resorts
With seven oceanfront resorts overlooking the sparkling turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, Palace Resorts sets the highest standards for five-star all-inclusive vacations in Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres and Riviera Maya, Mexico. Offering luxurious and spacious accommodations accentuated by signature in-room double Jacuzzis, nightly entertainment, the Caribbean's most extravagant spas and premier Jack Nicklaus signature golf courses, Palace Resorts offers a truly exceptional experience for travelers. The unparalleled level of service and comfort found at each property makes Palace Resorts a leading provider of world-class resort vacations.

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