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NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH ESCAPE TO SHAPE EXPANDS SCOPE OF THE TIDES ZIHUATANEJO'S YOGA RETREAT PROGRAMS

- Traveling spa to conduct 11 retreats at The Tides in 2009; 'Celebrity Instructor' retreats continue into second year with Tom Morley and Diane & Stefan Storace -

February 17, 2009 (Zihuatanejo, Mexico) — Mindful of the idyllic tranquility of its coastal setting, The Tides Zihuatanejo has expanded its yoga offerings with a collection of innovative and healthful retreats. A new partnership with Escape to Shape launches this year with 11 yoga and wellness getaways scheduled at the property for 2009 alone. The highly regarded traveling fitness spa has designated the Pacific coast resort as its official beach-chic location for luxury yoga, fitness and surf lessons. And in April and May, The Tides continues its "celebrity instructor" series with a Yoga/Surf Retreat hosted by Diana and Stefan Storace April 25th to 29th, and its second annual "Celebrate Life Through Yoga" retreat with Tom Morley May 15th to 19th. Surrounded by enchanting tropical gardens, cool waterfalls, and private beaches, The Tides exudes a sublime serenity ideal for inner contemplation.

Escape to Shape Partnership and Retreats
Escape To Shape offers luxury vacations that combine comfort, culture and fitness at some of the world's most unique locations. Through exclusive luxury accommodations, total body workouts, local excursions, organic cuisine and, or course, spa treatments, guests discover the history, people, and natural wonders of each area while toning the body, nourishing the mind, exploring new cultures and building new friendships.

"Escape to Shape – Zihuatanejo" is a six-night experience of luxury, daily yoga and fitness with world-renowned and fun instructors, and colorful cultural outings amid the palm-lined beaches of Zihuatanejo. Along the way, guests will try their hand at surfing, learn Mexican culinary secrets, enjoy sultry beach bonfires, and explore the streets of a 500-year-old beach town splashed with cafes, boutiques and colorful artisan markets. Sessions are limited to 20 guests, ensuring that each receives the attention and quality of service they deserve. The Escape to Shape –Zihuatanejo retreat package includes:

Six (6) nights luxury accommodations based on double occupancy. (Guests will be paired with a roommate.)
Vinyasa yoga (unless otherwise stated) taught in the beach side yoga pavilion.
Beach power walks and Pilates-based body sculpting classes.
Cooking class of traditional Mexican cuisine.
Surf lessons for all levels: beginner, intermediate and surf adventures for the advanced.
Sea kayaking and hiking offered for those not interested in surfing.
Salsa dancing lessons.
Day trip to Petatlan and nearby lagoon for a cultural and ecological tour, as well as a private lunch prepared by a local family.
Beach bonfire night.
Movie night on the beach, in an outdoor screening room under the stars.
One (1) Restoring Massage per person at The Tides Spa.
Three delicious, healthy meals reflective of the region each day. The tasty low-fat meal plan consists of chemical-free food, fresh-catch fish, lean meats, creative salads, healthy whole grains, lots of exotic fruits and juices, even yummy light desserts.
Round-trip transfers to/from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo airport.

Price is US $3,000 per person, based on double occupancy. Rates include tax. Private rooms available at an additional cost. Retreat dates in 2009: June 7 -13; June 13 - 19; June 19 - 25; June 25 - July 1; October 4 - 10; October 10 - 16; October 16 - 22; October 22 - 28; October 28 - November 3; November 3 - 9; November 9 - 15. To book an Escape to Shape retreat, guests can visit www.escapetoshape.com/zihuat.html.

Celebrity Instructor Yoga Retreats
Celebrity instructor-led yoga retreats at The Tides uniquely combine a variety of joyous, musical elements with daily yoga and healthy cuisine to deliver experiences both entertaining and transformational. These five-day retreats will delight guests with sun-kissed days of spiritual awakening, and celebratory nights filled with fun and dance. Each Tides Zihuatanejo Yoga Retreat includes:

Four nights accommodations.
Two beachside yoga classes, am/pm daily (Private sessions available upon request).
One (1) 60-minute Restoring Massage per person at the Tides Spa.
Healthy meal plan, including yoga breakfast bar and group dinner.
"Sense of the Night" - Yoga meets Dance Celebration with DJ-spins of trance/dance music, live bongo players plus food and libations.
Round-trip transfers to/from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo airport.

Yoga/Surf Retreat hosted by Diana and Stefan Storace, April 25th - 29th
This retreat will feature five days of inner exploration and adventure. As an enticing counterpoint to the serenity of yoga practice, the retreat includes a four-hour surfing excursion with The Tides expert instructors to get circulation and adrenaline pumping. L.A. natives Diana and Stefan Storace teach in a style reflective of their eclectic studies, which include Kundalini, philosophy, mantra, meditation, even pre-natal.

Yoga/Surf Retreat Rates: Superior Room is $2,576 single occupancy; $3,892 double occupancy. Deluxe Room is $2,632 single; $3,948 double. Lagoon Suite is $3,444 single; $4,760 double. Beach Suite is $4,256 single; $5,572 double. Rates exclude tax and service fees. Packages are subject to availability. To book, please call 866 905 9560.

2nd Annual "Celebrate Life Through Yoga" with Tom Morley, May 15th - 19th
Led by highly respected instructor Tom Morley - whose sessions draw the likes of Reese Witherspoon and Helen Hunt - this retreat provides a special opportunity to meet kindred spirits and build new friendships while rejuvenating both body and soul. For over 10 years, Morley has redefined the traditional approach to yoga by adapting the practice to individual preferences. As a private instructor and long-time leader of luxury yoga workshops around the world, he draws from a range of yoga styles (such as vinyasa and yin), breathing exercises, meditation, partner yoga and dance to bring a vibrant sense of joy, humor, and ease to each session.

"Celebrate Life Through Yoga" Package Rates: Superior Room is $2,464 single occupancy; $3,668 double occupancy. Deluxe Room is $2,520 single; $3,724 double. Lagoon Suite is $3,332 single; $4,536 double. Beach Suite is $4,144 single; $5,348 double. Rates exclude tax and service fees. Packages are subject to availability. To book, please call 866 905 9560.

For further information, please contact Kor Hotel Group at the numbers above. To make hotel reservations, please call 866 905 9560 or visit thetidesresorts.com.

About The Tides Zihuatanejo
Reclining beside the white sands of Zihuatanejo Bay, The Tides Zihuatanejo is an elegant romantic hideaway on Playa La Ropa, one of the Mexican Riviera’s finest Pacific beaches. The resort’s two-story, terracotta-tiled casitas and palm-thatched palapa cabanas nestle within the tropical gardens and gentle waterfalls that embroider its lush grounds. Thirty-five deluxe guestrooms and 35 suites, each with private terrace, sit steps from the serene beach; the expansive suites feature intimate outdoor infinity pools. In addition to 600 feet of beachfront, The Tides Zihuatanejo offers three swimming pools, including an infinity edge pool at bay's edge, a boutique spa, wellness and fitness center, three convivial bars, and gourmet dining at La Marea and La Villa restaurants. Guests who venture beyond The Tides can take in abundant local activities, including surfing, snorkeling and sportfishing. The Tides Zihuatanejo is recognized by Travel + Leisure on its 2009 roster of the world's top hotels.

About The Tides
The Tides collection of hotels and resorts enjoys superlative coastal locations and chic-by-the-shore settings that invite guests to unwind and reconnect. Each Tides destination offers culturally inspired leisure and wellness experiences delivered with style, spirit and intuitive service. With The Tides South Beach in Miami, Florida as its flagship, the collection also includes The Tides Riviera Maya on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and The Tides Zihuatanejo on Mexico's Pacific Coast—each lauded by Travel + Leisure in 2009 as top hotels in the world. Forthcoming developments include The Tides Sugar Beach on the Caribbean island of St. Lucia and The Tides Anguilla in the British West Indies.

The official website for The Tides is thetidesresorts.com.