Miraval Arizona Reports Record Increase in Bookings for Spring 2009

Premier Resort Sees Rise in Occupancy as Consumers Seek to Integrate Balance
into Their Lives

75 percent of on-resort private homes sold
TUCSON, Ariz.--(Business Wire)--
Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa (miravalresort.com) today reported record bookings
for April 2009, eclipsing bookings for the same time last year, with occupancy
levels reaching 88 percent over the past weekend - the highest-booked weekend of
the year. During these difficult economic times Miraval Arizona is proving to be
a place for guests to get away from their daily routine and re-charge and
re-balance their lives through the resort`s signature programming and
exceptional amenities.

"The recent economic downturn has caused tremendous upheaval for many people and
now, more than ever, they are seeking to learn how to manage anxiety and stress
in constructive ways," said Philippe Bourguignon, chairman and CEO of Miraval.
"Miraval offers a wide range of programming to help people improve themselves as
well as a wonderful escape from the challenges of everyday life."

Miraval Arizona also is making it easier than ever for previous and new guests
to experience Miraval by offering a special value-driven package called
Authentic Remedy that includes signature experiences, such as Quantum Leap and
Desert Tightrope, fine cuisine, and a $125 daily credit toward spa treatments or
golf, for $399 per person per night. This offer is available on trips booked
through June 30, 2009.

Miraval Arizona offers more than 150 programs and activities, from yoga to
exhilarating ropes courses to backcountry bike riding, all intended to help
guests recharge, relax, and re-balance their lives. According to Michael
Tompkins, Miraval`s General Manager, guests have increasingly expressed interest
in programs such as the Equine Experience and Mindful Stress Mastery, both of
which are designed to help guests manage daily challenges by better
understanding their behavioral patterns.

Miraval's highly-regarded Equine Experience offers an opportunity to practice
living life in the moment. Led by renowned expert Wyatt Webb, participants
perform equestrian ground skills that allow individuals a chance to notice
personal patterns. The resort's unique Mindful Stress Mastery program teaches
participants easy-to-use mindfulness techniques and breathing exercises.

In addition to the award-winning resort`s original architecture, Miraval Arizona
has significantly expanded over the past year. Most notably, the resort recently
completed The Villas at Miraval - 16 private homes adjacent to the resort
property. With 75% already sold, the Villas offer luxury, privacy and a
regenerative living environment that is a true extension of the Sonoran Desert.
Four villas are currently on the market - two single family residences and two
duplexes. Eight Villas are owned by Exclusive Resorts, the leading luxury
destination club.

ABOUT MIRAVAL

Miraval is the innovator in living and feeling better. Created in 1996,
Miraval`s flagship resort in Tucson, Arizona has been consistently rated the #1
by Travel + Leisure, Zagat Survey and Conde Nast Traveler. Miraval, a proponent
of choice, offers over 150 uniquely vibrant programs and activities, all of
which reflect Miraval`s core philosophy of living life in the moment. The brand
is expanding its reach through its network of prestigious specialists and its
creation of fully integrated inspired living communities, beginning with the
introduction Miraval Living, New York in 2007.

For more information on packages or to make a reservation, please visit
www.miravalresorts.com or call 1-800-232-3969.

HL Group
Lisa Jackson or Kim Niadna
323-966-4600 / 212-529-5533
ljackson@hlgrp.com / kniadna@hlgrp.com

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