Tesi Johnson, Gleaner Writer

Ambassadors of the premium experience (from left), Garth Walker of High Society, Philip Palmer of Mad Circle Entertainment, Deane Shepherd and Safia Cooper, both Smirnoff representatives from Diageo Jamaica, revel in the glory of staging yet another successful premium event, Smirnoff X.clusive, held on Monday, July 31, 2006, at Negril Escape, West End, Negril. - Photo by Tesi Johnson

"Are you confirmed?" is the big question on the lips of Jamaica's glitteratiwho eagerly anticipate the arrival date for Smirnoff X.clusive Hotel at Grand Lido Negril, August 4 to 6, 2007.

For three days and two nights an elite few - only 400 of Jamaica's most fabulous - will join the 'Ambassadors of the Premuim Experience', hosts Smirnoff, High Society and Mad Circle Entertainment, at their uber-exclusive luxury hotel for the ultimate weekend experience.

Smirnoff X.clusive Hotel is the first-ever resort takeover of its kind for the Independence weekend activities in Negril, which was actualised when Safia Cooper, brand manager of Smirnoff Ice and Spirits, accepted the ceremonial keys to the Grand Lido Negril Hotel from General Manager Roberto Pelliccia.

Itinerary for the fabulous

On Saturday afternoon, the X.clusive party will roll out in their luxury catamarans for smooth sailing to Wright Image's 'Daydreams', one of the few events that are worth leaving the Smirnoff X.clusive Hotel for. That night Smirnoff will also have a 'special delivery' to delight the taste buds of the X.clusives, to be followed by an after-party at the Smirnoff X.clusive club on property.

In the interest of keeping the X.clusives abreast with the latest dance moves and maintaining their tight summer bodies, Mad Circle Entertainment will host their summer dance class and workout session at 10:00 a.m. Sunday after breakfast.

The weekend will climax that afternoon when the X.clusives converge on the beach for the premium inclusive event, Smirnoff X.clusive, the signature party. As usual, the dress code of red, white and fabulous will hold and the after-party starts at 10:00 p.m. at the Smirnoff X.clusive club.

The hosts also threw in a little surprise for the ladies, so keep an eye open for Shemar as he'll be available for quick photo-ops.

Day Passes

Friends of the X.clusives may purchase day passes for US$59 (app.J$4,071) each, night passes for US$79 (appx.$5,451) or a combined day and night pass for US$130 (appx. J$8,970), for either of the two fun-filled days through any of the Mad Circle, HighSociety or Smirnoff representatives. Of course, these persons must be equally fabulous.

Passport to luxury

Confirmed guests will be provided with their 'passport' which entitles them and one guest to check into Smirnoff X.clusive Hotel and enjoy the Smirnoff Origination way of vacationing.But there are conditions:

Leave all your negative energy at home. Remember you have been chosen because you are truly sexy, charming, funny and obviously fabulous. Make sure you wear something new (they will be watching) and this kind of attire is expected for the entire weekend at Smirnoff X.clusive Hotel at Grand Lido Negril. Note, there can never be too much red and white! ONLY 18 and older. Have Smirnoff responsibly.

That said - are you confirmed?

For more information contact:

Tesi Johnson

Mobile: 894-7251

Email: tesi.johnson@gmail.com