Ski Portillo, Chile announce early opening due to epic early season snow!

Portillo, Chile (May 28, 2008) – Now is the time to book that last minute ski trip to Ski Portillo. The ski season at Ski Portillo, Chile is starting one week early due to epic conditions after six feet of early season snow covered the ski area. Ski Portillo will be opening on June 14 instead of the original date of June 21. This is the perfect opportunity for travelers to beat the summer heat or experience one more mountain visit. The oldest and most exclusive resort in South America, Portillo combines old-world elegance, breathtaking scenery and epic skiing, all in an intimate resort that accommodates only 450 guests a week, offering an exclusive and hassle-free winter vacation. Prices at Hotel Portillo begin as low as US$1450 for seven nights including four meals a day and lift tickets and prices at the Octagon Lodge at just US$ 890 per week. All bookings are in US dollars to avoid exchange risk. For reservations call or visit www.skiportillo.com. New Portillo has many new and exciting options for the 2008 season. A new Va et Vient lift “El Caracara” (a breed of bird that lives in Portillo), and new promotions. New SPECIALS include, kids ski free weeks, girlfriend getaways at half off and 4th of July and Labor Day specials. Portillo/Tierra Atacama Vacation - Snow + Desert in one vacation Portillo owners, the Purcell family, are excited to offer the joint option of a Portillo/Tierra Atacama vacation with the new Tierra Atacama Adventure Spa Hotel. Now visitors can enjoy the snow and the sand all in one vacation. Tierra Atacama add on days are priced at US$348/per person, per night. Ski Portillo 2008 Special Weeks and Promotions Chilean Wine Week – Aug. 2 – 9, Featuring daily wine testing’s, wine knowledge courses, a guest ski/snowboard race and après ski wine party, Portillo’s sixth annual Wine Week showcases top traditional and up-and-coming Chilean wineries. Wine Festival – Aug. 30 – Sept. 9 Portillo presents après ski wines from top South American wineries. Daily wine testing’s, wine knowledge courses and après ski parties. Family Weeks – July 12 – 19, July 19 – 26, July 26 – Aug. 2 Designed for families visiting Portillo during school vacations, this week has special activities to keep the whole clan entertained. Portillo is always an ideal family destination, but during Family Week, kids and parents can partake in activities together, strengthening family ties and creating lasting memories in the spectacular mountain setting. Mountain Fest – August 23 – August 30 Especially designed for mountain and outdoor sports enthusiasts, this week includes the Banff Mountain Film Festival, lectures, tutorials, and other activities related to mountain sport. One Child Skis FREE Weeks – (Includes free lodging, meals, skiing) June 21 – 28, Aug. 30 – Sept. 6, Sept. 6 – 13, Sept. 13 – 20 One child, per family, 12 years or younger, receives FREE skiing, meals, and lodging. Free stay is in same room as parent (with an additional bed in the same room). Offer applies only to children with their parents during the weeks mentioned above. Two Children Ski FREE Weeks (Includes free lodging, meals, skiing) Sept. 20 – 27, Sept. 27 – Oct. 4 One child, per paying parent, 12 years or younger, receives FREE skiing, meals, and lodging. Free stay is in same room as parent, or if there are two children and two parents, children stay in a room of equivalent or less value than that of their parents. Offer applies only to children with their parents during the weeks mentioned above. Girlfriend Getaways – Aug. 23 - 30 Four women for the price of three – Octagon Lodge Three women for the price of two – Hotel Portillo Two women, second pays 50 percent off of ski week - Hotel Portillo Celebrate a Cool 4th of July or Labor Day in Portillo - June 28 – July 5, August 30 – September 6 Enjoy 7 nights for the price of 6 at Ski Portillo. On a Budget In addition to the grand Hotel Portillo, there are options for the budget conscious. For die-hard skiers and snowboarders, the Octagon Lodge and Inca offer no frills, lower bills: OCTAGON LODGE Prices begin at US$890 per person and include accommodations with two bunk beds and a private bathroom, meals in the Hotel Portillo Dining Room, and lift tickets. INCA LODGE With prices beginning at US$590 per person for a week of accommodations, lift tickets and meals, the Inca Lodge offers the lowest rates in Portillo. Lodging accommodations consist of a small room with two bunk beds and community bathrooms as well as meals in the self-service restaurant. ____________________________________________________________________________________ For information or to book a vacation to Portillo (including flights), call toll-free from the U.S., 1.800.829.5325 or email reservas@skiportillo.com. For additional information, visit www.skiportillo.com. www.skiportillo.com Contact: Chelsea VanVleet/ chelsea@promoinc.net/

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