Tours

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So you think you were born to shop, huh?

Indeed, maybe you were. Suzy certainly was - she wrote the book. Now, some 25 years and 4 million books later, Suzy has a small tour business for those who want to take a little time out from their real lives and experience a destination alongside the woman Oprah calls "Super Shopper Suzy" .

Tours are small (maximum of 15 guests in most cases; some are smaller), intimate and very hands on.
They're open to men and women or couples, as well as families. We specialize in mother-daughter travel but we are not offended by husbands who do not want to shop, specially if they will carry packages.

Saigon & Bangkok 2010
 “Born to Shop”InterContinental Asiana (Ho Chi Minh City)(with an optional add-on trip to Bangkok)

 7th annual “Born to Shop Tour” March 10 - 15, 2010   Even the most experienced shopping enthusiasts will be thrilled by the prospects for treasure offered by Suzy's Ho Chi Minh City “Born to Shop” trip. From March 10 - 15, 2010, the new InterContinental Asiana, located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is partnering with Suzy to create an “In the Know” shopping experience that is exciting and fun-filled with authentic local experiences and venues many visitors have never been before – even if they are seasoned Asia travelers. “Shopping with Suzy Gershman is like playing golf with Tiger Woods”, reported the Miami Herald after a correspondent participated in one of the InterContinental Hong Kong Born to Shop trips.  The satisfied client base says it all - over 80% of Suzy’s tour participants sign up again each year. During the “Born to Shop” trip, participants will visit a myriad of markets in the city along with off-the-beaten path insider shopping venues. There will be many opportunities for  shopping, while still gaining insight into the fascinating local culture of Vietnam. US citizens will need a single entry visa for Vietnam.
The “Born to Shop Asiana “ Package includes:  5 nights’ accommodation with Club InterContinental (inclusive of daily breakfast buffet, evening cocktails, complimentary high speed internet access and concierge services)at InterContinental Asiana in Deluxe King or Double room.  Breakfast “Shop & Show” seminars with Suzy, featuring   themed shopping talks with examples of available merchandise, plus giveaways and maps.    This will be followed by shopping explorations with Suzy as your personal guide (transportation not included).  Each participant will receive a copy of the new edition of “Born to Shop Hong Kong”  with sections on shopping in Vietnam. 

Package rates are inclusive of room tax & service and commissionable to travel agents. Airfares and ground transportation are not included. 

  Prices:

Deluxe King or Double with Club InterContinental

Per Person  (single occupancy) US$2,850Per Person  (double occupancy) US$1,825

Optional Add-on “Born to Shop” Bangkok (March 15 - 18, 3 nights)

Join Suzy for 3 additional nights at InterContinental Bangkok; airfare between Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok is not included. 
Grand Deluxe Room with exclusive Club InterContinental benefitsPer person (single occupancy)  US$1,450Per person (double occupancy) U$950 
 Reservations:To reserve this exclusive “Born to Shop Ho Chi Minh City” trip with shopping goddess Suzy Gershman, contact Sarah Lahey, Born to Shop Editorial Director, at srlahey@gmail.com, 415/435-1444, or 415/505-7007. 
Terms & Conditions:Because the maximum number of participants for this “Born to Shop” trip is 15 persons, space is limited and immediate booking is considered smart shopping.  The booking deadline is January 15, 2010 with full payment by check or PayPal at that time.  A US$200 deposit per person is due at the time of booking. This is refundable if the reservation is cancelled by December 1, 2009. To hold your space, please send a deposit check (payable to Suzy Gershman) to Sarah Lahey, 77 Paseo Mirasol, Tiburon, CA 94920.

 InterContinental Asiana
InterContinental Asiana Saigon, the cornerstone of Kumho Asiana Plaza complex featuring retail, commercial and accommodations, is an exciting new landmark in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s commercial centre. The hotel is close to the colonial sights of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Saigon Post Office, a few minutes from famous landmarks like the Reunification Palace, City Hall and the beautiful Opera House. Personalized service awaits guests in each of the 305 elegantly-appointed rooms, including 18 suites and a stylish Presidential Suite. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. 

InterContinental Bangkok

InterContinental Bangkok is in a prime location at the core of the city’s business and commercial districts. With the sky train station conveniently located just next to the hotel, InterContinental Bangkok is ideally situated in the heart of the city for shopping and sightseeing. All of the hotel's state-of–the-art rooms command incredible views of the cityscape.  For recreation, the hotel has a fully-equipped Health Club and Spa, which is the ultimate retreat for body and soul.  The hotel is an ideal place for dining with international restaurants including Charm Thai, Fireplace Grill, Summer Palace Chinese Restaurant, Espresso Restaurant, Balcony Lounge, and The Deli.    For further information and the itinerary, please contact: Sarah Lahey Editorial Director, Frommer's Born to Shop415 435 1444415 505 7007 mobilesrlahey@gmail.com                                                             
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