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Caribbean's First Tennis AcademyOccidental Hotels & Resorts teams up with legendary Argentinean tennis star, Guillermo VilasOccidental Tennis Academy by Guillermo Vilas opens at the Occidental Club On The Green Hotel in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Occidental Hotels and Resorts, a leader in Caribbean travel, and famed Argentinean tennis star Guillermo Vilas opened the Caribbean’s first tennis academy, “Occidental Tennis Academy by Guillermo Vilas,” at the Occidental Club On The Green Hotel in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
Tennis PackagesRates based on U.S. currency and are additional and not included as part of the “all-inclusive” packages offered by the resort. A variety of options are available to complement the resort packages. Guest who do not purchase the tennis package, but are staying at the resort can buy single one-hour classes for $40.
Occidental Club On The Green Hotel “All-Inclusive” PackagesRates are in U.S. currency and are per person, per night. Children under the age of 2 years are complimentary. Children rate only applies if the child is between the ages of 2 – 12 and shares the room with one or more adults. Occupancy for a superior suite includes 2 adults and junior suite includes 4 adults or 3 adults/1child or 2 adults/2 children. Bookings made between December 24, 2003 and December 31, 2003 requires a minimum stay of three nights.
All-inclusive accommodations include:
Activities and sports include volleyball, beach football, ping-pong, darts, billiard, board games, gym, tennis, basketball, water polo, and archery. Non-motorized water sports include kayaks, snorkeling equipment, water polo, aqua aerobics, boogie boards, sailing, and windsurfing. Nightly entertainment by local artists Occidental Hotels & Resorts, with over 80 hotels in 58 destinations in 13 countries throughout Europe, Africa and the Americas, is one of the global leaders in its field. Since its founding in 1982, the company's 10,000 employees have been the most important asset and a reflection of the high standard of service that constitute its constant growth and success through the years. Occidental Hotels & Resorts is a continually expanding consolidated company and is both a leader in the Caribbean beach sector and the worldwide leader in “All Inclusive” resorts. This year, the company celebrates 20 years of service. For reservations in the U.S. and Canada call 1 (800) 858 - 2258 or visit our website at www.occidentalhotels.com. Edited by Madelyn Miller |
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Situated on the
northern coast of the Dominican Republic, adjacent to the beautiful beaches
of Playa Dorada, Occidental Club On The Green Hotel was selected by Mr.
Vilas as the site of the first tennis academy that bears his name. The
“all-inclusive” resort consists of 386 duplex suites spread among 45 villas
on over 17 acres of lush green gardens with magnificent views of the 18-hole
golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones. Each suite features satellite
TV, telephones, spacious bathrooms, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, in-room
safes, and balcony. Guests can enjoy fine and casual dining in one of the
many restaurants and bars, featuring Caribbean, Spanish, Brazilian, or
Italian fare. In addition, the resort offers seven splendid tennis courts
for day or night play and state-of-the-art practice equipment. 
Guillermo Vilas,
Argentina’s most successful tennis player, was born August 17, 1952 in Mar
del Plata, Argentina. During his illustrious career, Mr. Vilas won 61
titles while reaching 42 tournament finals. In 1977, he became the top
ranked men’s player after defeating Jimmy Connors at the U.S. Open. Mr.
Vilas won four grand slam singles tournaments, including the French Open and
U.S. Open in 1977 and the Australian Open in 1978 and 1979. In addition to
his long streak of victories and successes, Mr. Vilas was instrumental in
bringing tennis to the forefront in Argentina, which previously viewed
tennis as a sport for the elite. As a tribute to its native son, Mr. Vilas’
trophies, tennis rackets and other memorabilia now sit in a museum in his
hometown of Mar del Plata, Argentina. 
At the academy, Mr.
Vilas and his team of instructors will offer classes to guests of the resort
and to the three other neighboring Occidental properties - Occidental
Allegro Jack Tar Village Puerto Plata, Occidental Allegro Playa Dorada, and
Occidental Grand Flamenco Puerto Plata. The academy will provide a wide
range of instruction from beginning tennis classes for children, teenagers
and adults to high yield programs for experienced players who want to raise
their game level - instructed personally by Guillermo Vilas or by his
professional staff.