MIAMI, Fla. � April 19, 2010 - Palace Resorts -- the company that exceeds the traditional definition of all-inclusive with the very best five-star service and amenities -- proudly announces the addition of Frank Maduro as Vice President of Marketing. In this new role, Maduro will collaborate in the development of comprehensive marketing, brand awareness and communications for the Palace Resorts brand, its 12 oceanfront resort properties in Mexico and the Dominican Republic along with its luxury adults-only boutique property in Cancun, Le Blanc Spa Resort. Maduro will also maintain the commitment Palace Resorts has shown to travel agents by continuing to provide new and innovative tools, education and support needed.

�Palace Resorts is proud to announce Frank Maduro as our new Vice President of Marketing,� said Roberto Chapur, president of Palace Resorts. �With his many years of experience marketing all-inclusive brands and working with travel agents, Frank will be an integral addition to our expert and accomplished marketing team. The Palace Resorts award-winning staff is devoted to preserving the highest standards in customer experience along with building strong relationships with industry partners.�

Maduro has an extensive background in hospitality marketing, most recently serving as vice president of sales and marketing for Luxury Retreats at Cap Cana in Miami, Fla. While at Luxury Retreats at Cap Cana, Maduro launched a new management company consisting of a highly respectable portfolio of four new hotels in the Dominican Republic. Previously, Maduro served as the national director of sales for Sandals and Beaches Resorts.

With 12 oceanfront resorts overlooking sparkling turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea or the tranquil Pacific Ocean, Palace Resorts celebrates 25 years of setting the highest standards for five-star all-inclusive vacations in Cancun, Riviera Maya, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres and Riviera Nayarit in Mexico and Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Palace Resorts provides an exceptional experience for travelers, offering luxurious and spacious accommodations accentuated by their signature in-room double Jacuzzi ®, nightly entertainment, included select off-site excursions, the Caribbean's most extravagant spas and premier championship golf courses. Palace Resorts� unparalleled level of service and comfort found at each property makes them a leader in providing world-class resort vacations.  For more information about Palace Resorts, call (800) 635-1836 or visit www.palaceresorts.com.
Le Blanc Spa Resort is located in the heart of Cancun on one of the most stunning beaches in the Mexican Caribbean. Orbitz recognized Le Blanc as one of the top all-inclusive hotels in the world in the 2010 Best in Stay Awards. Le Blanc has also been voted number one in Cancun by TripAdvisor users and is ranked as the sixth most popular all-inclusive resort in the world in the TripAdvisor 2010 Travelers� Choice Awards. This adult-only, all-inclusive luxury resort offers an experience of sophisticated style and lavish personalized service with a staff to guest ratio of approximately one to one. Luxe accommodations feature spectacular views of the sparkling Caribbean Sea or the alluring Nichupte lagoon. All-inclusive activities range from relaxing at three luxurious pools, dazzling nightly live entertainment shows and musical performances and select off-site tours to various historic and cultural sites. The signature Le Blanc Spa features a unique blend of Asian and European tradition providing guests with a personal sanctuary. For more information about Le Blanc Spa Resort, call toll free at 877-753-2526 or visit www.leblancsparesort.com.