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W Retreat and Spa | North Ari Atoll |…

W Retreat & Spa – Maldives		Rating :
	Location : North Ari Atoll-Fesdu Island Distance from airport: 11 km Seaplane Transfer: 25 minutes No of rooms : 78

Castaway in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, W Retreat & Spa – Maldives lies delicately in the pristine beauty of Fesdu Island. With perfect weather and endless sunshine, W Maldives is an idyllic retreat and water sports playground. Beneath the surface manta rays mingle with sea turtles and starfish pose for perfect pictures.

Tucked away in the Maldivian atolls, W Retreat & Spa – Maldives is on Fesdu Island located in the middle of the North Ari Atoll, to the west of Malé, the capital of Maldives.


Standard Amenities for All Room Classes
DVD & CD Player DVD/CD Library 42″ Plasma TVs Broadband Internet Access In-room Safe Smoke Detectors 24-Hour In-retreat Dining Individual BBQ Stations Tea/Coffee Maker (On Request) Wine Fridge Munchie Box Mini-bar	Outdoor Rainforest Shower Make-up/Shaving Mirror Full Height Mirror Dual Vanity Basins Hairdryer Custom-made Furnishings Private Plunge Pools Shallow Pool Lounge Area Direct Lagoon Access Sun Lounges Individual Climate Control Outdoor Daybeds with Shade Curtains


In room Facilities (By Room Category)
Beach Oasis	Ocean Oasis
2 Mini-bars Beachfront Private Plunge Pool Two Daybeds BBQ Station	Custom-made Lounging Furniture Private Over-water Plunge Pool Sundeck State-of-the-art Sound System Signature W King Bed Shower with Glass Floor Lounge with Glass Floor

Seascape Escape	Ocean Haven
Master and Junior Suite Huge Sundeck Two Bedroom Over-water Villa 50″ Plasma TV BOSE® Hi-Fi Powder Room Two Bathrooms Refreshment Centre Indoor/Outdoor Lounge Lounge with Glass Floor 32″ LCD Screen BBQ Station	Panoramic Views of the Indian Ocean 50″ Plasma TVs Daybed Wraparound Sundeck Two Bathrooms BOSE® Hi-Fi Lounge with Glass Floor Lounging Couch Lounge Chairs Kitchenette Oversized Infinity-edge Plunge Pool Powder Room Two 32″ LCD TVs


DIVING WAVE water sports facility will outfit you. Unwind at Away® Spa. Go DOWN UNDER and get geared up with the latest diving equipment, then go on a reef or wreck tour. Get physical at Sweat® Fitness Centre or simply take in the tropical paradise where every effort has been made to preserve the natural beauty, marine life and delicate ecosystem. Down Under (Diving) Dive Sites Maaya Thila, Fish Head, Panettone, and Broken Rock, plus breathtaking house reefs & the resorts own Fesdu house wreck. Equipment Fully equipped with latest state-of-the-art equipment; Nitrox compressors, top-quality Scubapro diving gear, dolphin re-breathers, underwater scooters, high-end underwater photo & video equipment rental. Courses Open Water, Advanced Open Water, PADI rescue, Dive Master, Asst. Instructor. Specialty courses: wreck, shark, nitrox, manta ray awareness, underwater photography and DPV. Boats Our W dive limousine is super comfy with après-dive facilities and sundeck. Safety Your safety is paramount. A professionally staffed medical center with decompression chamber is 10 minutes away. Eco-Diving Who’s in the know? The W Marine Biology Station provides guest educational programs, presentations, guided trips and more. With entry in weekly “W snap shot competition.”, Star in and/or make your own underwater movie, Overnight trip on our own two-mast sailing ship to world-famous Hammerhead Shark Point, With silent dolphin re-breather to get just that little bit closer to the action. Discover diving with this certificate program. Explore with a Marine Biologist as your guide. A two tank wreck dive, at Fesdu and Halaveli wrecks.


Recreational Activities W Hotels The Store Find local crafts, fab jewelry, designer beach needs and more at W – The Store. WAVE Get geared up to explore the endless turquoise with kite surfing, water skiing, windsurfing, canoes, big game fishing, hand-line fishing, snorkeling, catamaran sailing or wake & knee boarding. ENERGY Hit Energy, our recreation center, for aqua aerobics, circuit training, pool games, beach games, billiards, table soccer, table tennis, and our weekly darts tournament. SWEAT FITNESS CENTRE Get pumped with extensive state-of-the-art Technogym cardio, strength and free-weight exercise facilities overlooking the beautiful blue expanses of the Indian Ocean. AWAY SPA Indulge in ultimate relaxation at the over-water Away® Spa. 66 square meters of indoor and outdoor treatment areas allow for total privacy and complete renewal. Dedicate some time to your well-being and comfort with a natural healing therapy performed in one of 4 luxurious treatment villas. Have a massage, wrap, or facial under the Dhow-inspired sunshade. Repose on the sun deck with an aphrodisiac nectar or blissful chocolate cookies. Stretch to the panoramic horizon with twice-daily yoga sessions in the pavilion. Relax on the wraparound sun deck with over-water bathing, outdoor rain forest shower and expansive day bed for sun-soaking, lounging and treatments. AROMATHERAPY MEETS CHEMISTRY The art and science of aromatherapy mingles with the latest advances in chemistry to produce our skin-care products, which are made in small batches on a frequent basis to ensure freshness, efficacy, and potency. THE PAVILLION Stretch to the clear blue skies and breathe in the fresh sea air. Yoga is practiced on the floating teak-lined platform surrounded by spectacular sea views. Popular Pavilion pastimes include painting, contemplation and revitalization. CELEBRATION PACKAGES Get all wrapped up in our delightfully intense super-spa experience. A series of experiences build on each other to reduce stress, heal the body, boost spirits and refresh your outlook, leaving you energized, balanced and harmonious. CREATIVE EXPRESSION Who feels artistic? Explore and express yourself with painting sessions. Each brush stroke brings with it intellectual, creative and spiritual development. SUNDÃRI Ayurvedic SUNDÃRI skin care products utilize the powerful regenerative properties of plants, herbs, roots and essential oils and floral extracts to improve the complexion and appearance of your skin. COMFORT ZONE Awarded “Best Spa Cosmetic Product” recently at the European Spa Exhibition in Monaco, [Comfort Zone] products offer safe and effective solutions to skin concerns based on phytotherapy, aromatherapy and advanced chemistry. SUNDÃRI and [COMFORT ZONE] cosmetics and skin care products. Our wraps and scrubs are designed to increase metabolism, detoxification, remineralization and hydration, stimulating your body’s systems. Enhance your experience with an après treatment steam, shower, bath or massage. Melt tired muscles with an over-water massage. Each of our massage techniques has its own virtue, its own response to your body’s needs and to your state of mind. Let yourself be soothed, nurtured and healed. Allow balance to be restored. Optimize your skin’s natural beauty with a perfectly personalized facial. Our signature Away/Harmony Facial goes beyond simple cleansing with pure precious essential oils, immense oxygenation and 40 minutes of facial acupressure and massage. Whatever/Whenever Service A luxury speedboat ride to a private beach with a sunset dinner for two? An elegant commitment ceremony on your very own island? Lessons in Diving? Our Whatever/Whenever team will deliver whatever you want, whenever you want it.


DINING Fulfill your epicurean desires at FIRE, the outdoor jungle barbeque with a serene, romantic and casual mood. Watch the sun go down at cocktail hour in SIP before going local – FISH features wild-caught fresh seafood prepared with an Asian flair. Swim up to the pool bar, for creative cocktails. Or head to KITCHEN – a modern interpretation of Bistro fare. Afterwards, hang out at the unique 15 Below bar spinning the latest vibes. Kitchen Cuisine Fresh-baked treats, gourmet pizzas and the freshest ingredients dished up with a hint of modern. Sip fine wine by the glass – The menu is extensive. Or order a bottle of your favorite vintage. Can’t finish the bottle? No worries, There’s a Wine Safe to keep it fresh. Environment A modern interpretation of the bistro, step into this casual and elegant indoor/outdoor space to dine under the clear blue skies, or opt for a spot under the shade of the roof. Who wants privacy? Slip into a semi-private dining niche to dine on delights and sip great vintages. WET Chill in the lounge seating with a slice of gourmet pizza, have a creative salad at a table on the sundeck by the pool, or repose with a cocktail in the Living Room – “Wet” serves up light meals and delicious drinks at all of these spaces. Cozy up for sublime sundaes, ice creams and other sweet treats. FISH What’s the catch of the day? The signature seafood restaurant serves fresh-caught fish from nearby reefs as well as the finest and freshest imports from around the world. Lounge and nibble on sushi or head to the over-water tables for two for endless views. Cuisine Simplicity is the key ingredient in FISH’s succulent dishes. Enjoy fresh-caught fish, perfectly prepared with a flirt of an Asian touch. Or opt for mouth-watering sushi and sashimi. Explore the extensive selection of wine and champagne by the glass or bottle, or indulge in creative and refreshing cocktails – both alcoholic and virgin. Who feels like an aperitif? Stop in at nearby lounge SIP for a pre-dinner drink. Environment Breathe in the island air and the unobstructed views of the tranquil ocean. Set off the coastline, FISH is the ideal spot to watch the sun set. Lounge on shaded day beds, sip Veuve Cliquot between bites of fine caviar. Dine at the over-water tables for two, where privacy, seclusion and flirtatious banter are the norm. Entertainment Get into the mood and chill out to the rhythms and beats mixed by world-famous DJs on the scene. 15 Below Stake out a lounge booth with cozy divans and perfect views of the action. Or slide up to the oval-shaped bar for drinks by the bottle or shaker. Lounge on a divan, savor light bites and enjoy prime peeps of the dance floor where beautiful people and projected images move to the DJ’s trance grooves. Care for a cocktail? More than 30 brands of vodka and a wide range of sprits and fruit juices mix and mingle into deliciousness. What’s your vintage? Browse through the extensive list of wine by the glass to find your favorite. Smoking Permitted in designated areas. SIP Ocean view atmosphere with indoor/outdoor seating. Opening hours 05:00 PM to 12:00 AM. FIREWhere can you dine under the stars? Head to FIRE, where gourmet delights are served in rustic and natural surroundings with the moon overhead and sand beneath your feet. Choose your grill: charcoal, tandoor oven, Mongolian BBQ, open spit-roaster – this outdoor jungle barbecue’s got them all. Pop off your Pradas, bare feet are encouraged and casual is cool. Cuisine Primal meets epicurean with spit-roasted whole suckling pig or lamb and BBQ-grilled marinated meat and seafood. Spice it up with Tandoor-cooked nan bread, chicken, fish or seafood accompanied by a variety of curries. Who’s feeling creative? Mix and match ingredients at the Mongolian BBQ where you choose your fave ingredients. Or opt for the à la carte sharing items like succulent whole fish, mezzeh and meat dishes. Environment White sand at your feet, a splash of stars above, tables nestled next to palm trees, FIRE is open-air dining caressed by the gentle winds of the Indian Ocean. What’s hot? A large torch takes center stage while smaller torches are scattered like stars to provide a fiery glow. Entertainment Chill to live acoustic music or thrill to a boduberu performance. Sip an exotic cocktail. Lose yourself. Smoking Permitted in designated areas. Compare and book hotels on Ari Atoll, Maldives – Click Here! Share your experiences – Write a review for this resort – Here!

St Lucia

Cotton Bay Village | Cap Estate | Castries |…

5 STARS • 74 SUITES, TOWNHOUSES & VILLAS

Cotton Bay Village on the North East Coast of St Lucia is a brand new collection of super luxury holiday villas, townhouses and apartments set in an intimate luxury village resort on an undeveloped bay. The Resort caters to travellers searching for comfort and extravagance. Whether you are looking for an all-round family holiday, an adventure and action packed holiday for you and a group of friends or you are visiting for your dream Caribbean getaway, here you will find everything you desire and more. Travellers who come to Cotton Bay Village are accustomed to having their every need attended to and the Butlers and Maids here do not disappoint. Weddings and honeymoons are popular here at Cotton Bay village.

The Resort has mastered the little luxury holiday services that add unique value while making your holiday all that easier. Like, every resident is supplied with a free cell phone on arrival with the numbers of the butler, valet or Girl Friday assigned to their accommodation at their fingertips. They are available throughout the day (and night for villa residents) to carry out all the little chores of independent living that you probably don’t want to have to bother with on holiday in yourself

The accommodation ranges from grand 4 bedroom Cotton Houses and Chateau Mangos, some with a separate guest cottage, to spacious luxury Tamarind and Coral Penthouse suites and Terracotta Townhouses have a private roof top jacuzzi. Privileged access has been arranged for all residents of Cotton Bay Village to a wide variety of exclusive facilities and island experiences. Water sports, including Scuba and Kitesurfing, hikes, and a beautiful golf course bordering the neighbourhood all pertain to an exciting active family holiday or groups of friends, or couples can easily make Cotton Bay Village a second home or an annual luxury holiday retreat. Alternatively you can relax in the Beautifully interior designed Casuarina Spa and Fitness centre, offering health and wellbeing treatments found in no other spa in the Caribbean, as well as expert personal fitness advice. For the children we offer The Hummingbird Club with immaculately trained Montessori Child care staff.

The Beach Club 1461 (named for its latitude and longitude) is an open-deck beachfront restaurant, with casual dining by day and fine dining by night. This is fast becoming St Lucia’s in place, particularly at the weekends with it’s all-day brunch and live music. Piano provides elegant surroundings to enjoy an evening cocktail, sample fine food and relax to the sound of the ivories. During the day, at the Village Square, the smell of freshly baked bread and croissants might tempt you stop at the Deli for a Cappuccino and pastry. The Deli and convenience store provides a range of fine foods you might wish your Butler to stock your villa with. Heaven is also a place you must visit, situated at the top of the Casuarina Spa, this open air restaurant serves champagne and sushi until your heart’s content.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

3 Cotton House Villas with Cottage – 5 bedrooms
4 Cotton House Villas – 4 bedrooms
3 Chateaux Mango Beachfront Villas – 3 bedrooms
6 Chateaux Mango Villas – 3 bedrooms
5 Terracotta Terrace with Cottage – 4 bedrooms
22Terracotta Terrace – 3 bedrooms
5 Coral Penthouse Suites – 3 bedrooms
4 Calabash Suites Superior (Top Floor) – 2 bedrooms
9 Calabash Suites (Ground Floor) – 2 bedrooms
13 Tamarind Suites – 1 or 2 bedrooms

AMENITIES & SERVICES

Deli and Convenience Store
Duty Free Gift Shop
Boutique
Casuarina Spa & Salon featuring a full range of treatments
Butler Service
Nanny Service
Hummingbird Children’s Club
Daily activities schedule for older children and teens
Wedding facilities and services

DINING

Fourteenº Sixtyoneº Beach Restaurant – A La Carte Breakfast and lunch are available 7:30am – 6:30pm. Dinner is served A La Carte from 6:30pm-10:00pm, 6 nights a week; Caribbean Barbeque and family beach party once a week. Dress Code: Barefoot Elegance – dress shorts, shirts with collars. Daytime is beach casual.

Heaven – The Casuarina Roof Top Spa Restaurant. Light lunch and Afternoon Tea served. Open from 10:00am to 6:00pm, the dress code is spa casual.

ACTIVITIES

Half-mile stretch of Beach
Beach Volleyball
Beach Horseback Riding
Kayaking
Tornado windsurfing and kite surfing center
Scuba Diving at sister resort the BodyHoliday at LeSPORT
Swimming Pool
St.Lucia Golf & Country Club adjacent – the only 18-hole championship course on the island. 6,813 yards, Par 71 course can be booked with the concierge. Driving range and golf academy is available.
Yoga
Casuarina Spa & Fitness Centre offering aerobic classes, wet & dry treatment rooms, steam room, relaxation room, outdoor treatment gazebo and more.
Tennis at nearby Smuggler’s Cove

Airport: George F.L. Charles Airport (SLU) – 11 km; Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) – 90 minutes.

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Puerto Rico

The Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel Spa and Casino |…

LUXURY BEACH RESORT • 416 ROOMS & SUITES

Enjoy a leisurely stroll down the Avenida Isla Verde, as your senses delight in crashing ocean waves, gentle sea breezes and the welcoming sights, sounds and sensations of San Juan, Puerto Rico’s tropical, coastal paradise.

Ideally located on eight acres of prime beachfront property in beautiful Isla Verde, and just minutes from historic Old San Juan, The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan Hotel, Spa & Casino offers:

416 well-appointed guestrooms; including The Ritz-Carlton Club Level, one Ritz-Carlton Suite, five one-bedroom Executive Suites, and four Garden Suites

Five exceptional restaurants including BLT Steak and Il Mulino, New York

30,000 square-feet of conference and banquet facilities, including an 11,840 square-foot ballroom

12,000 square-foot Caribbean spa with 11 treatment rooms

24-hour casino

Guest Room Features & Amenities

* 37-inch Philips flat-panel LCD televisions featuring cable, main channels, sports channels and latest movies
* Sumptuous marble baths
* Gourmet in-room coffee and tea
* 400 thread count, 100% cotton Frette linens
* Bulgari bath amenities
* High-speed internet access
* Goose down and non-allergenic foam pillows
* Plush lightweight bathrobes and generously sized terry bath towels
* Lighted makeup mirror, hair dryer and scale
* Business desk
* Suit, skirt and padded hangers
* Digital air conditioning with individual control
* AM/FM clock radio with alarm and CD player
* Three telephones with dual phone lines and data port
* Fully stocked mini refreshment bars
* In-room safe
* Smoke detectors and sprinklers
* All rooms are non-smoking

Property Features & Amenities

Oceanfront pool and Jacuzzi
24-hour casino
Fitness center and luxury spa
5 dining experiences including BLT Steak and Il Mulino New York
Complete concierge services
Full childcare facility (babysitting services upon request)
The Ritz-Carlton Signature Shop
Overnight laundry service
Twice daily housekeeping service including nightly turndown
Safe deposit boxes on property
24-hour room service
24-hour valet parking
Complimentary overnight shoeshine
Complimentary morning “Times” fax

Business Services

In room high-speed internet access
Comprehensive business center
Audio-visual equipment and services
Shipping and receiving services
Security services
Electrical services
Conference Concierge
Standard meeting amenities
Highly trained, professional business staff

Location Description: OLD SAN JUAN – 5.25 KILOMETRES

Rooms: Standard room-One king bed with pull-out-chair twin bed or two double beds with upholstered reading chair/ottoman. Pillowtop mattress(es). Frette Italian linens. White down comforter(s). Foam pillows. City or ocean view from window. (No balcony.) 37.25 sq m (400 sq ft). Work desk. 37-inch, flat-panel TV with premium cable channels. CD player/radio alarm clock. Three dual-line speakerphones with data ports. Complimentary high-speed Internet connection. Minibar. Marble bathroom with shower/tub combination. Bathrobes. In-room safe. Air conditioning.

Pool View Room-One king bed with pull-out-chair twin bed or two double beds with upholstered reading chair/ottoman. Pillowtop mattress(es). Frette Italian linens. White down comforter(s). Foam pillows. Pool/courtyard view from window. (No balcony.) 37.25 sq m (400 sq ft). Work desk. 37-inch, flat-panel TV with premium cable channels. CD player/radio alarm clock. Three dual-line speakerphones with data ports. Complimentary high-speed Internet connection. Minibar. Marble bathroom with shower/tub combination. Bathrobes. In-room safe. Air conditioning.

Club Level Room-One king bed with pull-out-chair twin bed or two double beds with upholstered reading chair/ottoman. Pillowtop mattress(es). Frette Italian linens. White down comforter(s). Foam pillows. Ocean or city view from ninth-floor window. (No balcony.) 37.25 sq m (400 sq ft). Work desk. 37-inch flat-panel TV with premium cable channels. CD player/radio alarm clock. Three dual-line speakerphones with data ports. Complimentary high-speed Internet connection. Minibar. Marble bathroom with shower/tub combination. Bathrobes. In-room safe. Air conditioning.

Club-level rate includes access to exclusive check-in/check-out lounge with concierge, ocean-view balcony, and complimentary food/drink service consisting of Continental breakfast, light lunch, afternoon tea, evening cocktails/appetizers, and desserts/cordials at night.

Ocean View Room-One king bed or two double beds. Ocean view. Frette Italian linens. Desk. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. 37-inch cable TV. CD player. Clock radio. Minibar. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. In-room safe.

Club City View Room-One king bed or two double beds. City view. Frette Italian linens. Desk. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. 37-inch cable TV. CD player. Clock radio. Minibar. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. In-room safe.

Ocean View with Balcony-One king bed or two double beds. Balcony with ocean view. Frette Italian linens. Desk. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. 37-inch cable TV. CD player. Clock radio. Minibar. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. In-room safe.

Check-in: 4:00 PM – Check-out: 12:00 PM

Attractions: Little Switzerland Store – Less Than 1 block
Piñones Forest – 4.5 kilometers
Old San Juan – 5.25 kilometers
Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico – 5.25 kilometers
Centro de Bellas Artes (Performing Arts) – 5.5 kilometers
Plaza Las Américas (Shopping, Dining) – 9.0 kilometers
Cruise Ship Piers – 11.25 kilometers
La Fortaleza (Governor’s Mansion) – 12.75 kilometers
Puerto Rico Indian Museum – 12.75 kilometers
Puerto Rican Children’s Museum – 12.75 kilometers
Pablo Casals Museum – 12.75 kilometers
African Heritage Museum – 12.75 kilometers
Las Américas Museum – 12.75 kilometers
San Felipe del Morro fortress – 13.5 kilometers
Casa Bacardi Visitor Center – 13.5 kilometers

Address: 6961 Avenue of the Governors, Isla Verde, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00979 – U.S.A.

Transportation: From Luis Munoz Marin International Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 2.5 kilometers.

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Tanzania

Al Johari Boutique Hotel | Stone Town | Zanzibar…

BOUTIQUE HOTEL • 15 ROOMS & SUITES

Al Johari meaning ‘Jewel’ in certain translations of Kiswahili and Arabic is a small 15 room Boutique Hotel in the Stone Town area of Zanzibar, and is the result of a careful refurbishment combining two ancient buildings in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stone Town.

We have endeavoured to produce an exceptional hotel property while keeping within the Architecture and dimensions of Stone Town history and have placed an emphasis on modern state of the art amenities as well as the opulent luxuries of the Omani, Persian, Indian and Swahili influences that have dwelled in the Islands of East Africa and particularly Zanzibar.

STONE TOWN

The Stone Town of Zanzibar is a fine example of the Swahili coastal trading towns of East Africa and is the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar, where little has changed for hundreds of years. For many centuries there was intense sea borne trading activity between Asia and Africa, and this is illustrated in an exceptional manner by the architecture and urban structure of Stone Town.

Most of the buildings were built by the Omani sultans in the 19th century when Zanzibar was one of the most important trading centres in the Indian Ocean and western influences such as balconies and verandas were added some years later one common feature are the barazas which are long stone benches built along the outside walls of the houses which also serve as raised walkways when Stone Town gets flooded in the rainy season.

You can spend hours getting lost in the fascinating network of alleyways full of shops and stalls selling spices, coconuts, mangos and lots of fresh seafood. It’s a good place to pick up souvenirs such as jewellery, colourful clothes, beaded leather shoes and wood carvings. Stone Town is also the starting point for a Spice Tour to the surrounding countryside and sites such as the Slave Caves of Mangapwani, Zanzibar has great symbolic importance in the suppression of slavery, since it was one of the main slave-trading ports in East Africa and also the base from which its opponents such as David Livingstone conducted their campaigns.

The Town of Zanzibar is an outstanding material manifestation of cultural fusion and harmonasition. Mosques to churches, Indian temples to the Omani palaces and so forth are a testimony to the thousands of years of mutual tolerance among communities of different cultural origins.

Zanzibar Stone Town was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2000.

AL JOHARI FUSION LOUNGE & RESTAURANT

The Fusion Lounge is probably the most fashionable bar of its kind in Stone town, it elegantly leans towards opulence in its décor and furnishing, and our courteous staff will serve you in a manner befitting the atmosphere with a selection of perfect sundowners as you watch a glorious sunset over the Indian Ocean. Later in the evening there is a laid back ambiance with a medley of lounge music, Sheesha’s, Havana Cigars and Tapa’s to indulge you.

The Restaurant emphasises it name FUSION in its Décor and atmosphere, and more so in the menu which is Our Chef’s composition of Dishes utilizing only the freshest local Seafood , Poultry and vegetables & meat from Pemba or Arusha prepared using most of the spices Zanzibar is famous for . The menu offers a variety of delicate Fusion and traditional recipes all prepared for a variety of palettes.

ACCOMMODATION

Al Johari offers 15 Rooms in four categories:Two Deluxe Suites, Six Junior Suites, Four Standard Suites and 3 Superior rooms. Each room is superbly appointed with marble flooring, Persian rugs, Flat Screen LCD Screens with Cable Television, well stocked mini-bars, and all the rooms are climate controlled.

The Bathrooms feature Kama Ayurveda Spa Toiletries and products and have Massage Showers with the Suites featuring Jacuzzis.

There is free Wireless internet access in all the rooms and throughout the Hotel.

KAMA AYURVEDA SPA

We offer the following Treatments at our Spa:

The Kama Ayurveda Facial
This cleanses, detoxifies and nourishes the skin & the alive and nutritive ingredients heal and sooth the skin, resulting in a glowing, flawless, radiant skin. It also relieves congestion and pent up emotions & enhances health and beauty from within with a heightened state of awareness.

The Kama Ayurveda Head Massage
The head is considered to be the center of the body’s nervous system and we utilize Kama Ayurveda Bringadi Oil for the massage. This treatment helps to increase blood circulation to the scalp and the herbal oil nourishes not only the scalp but the hair. In addition, the process relaxes the one by addressing the pressure points on the head.

Kama Ayurveda Body Massage
This treatment relaxes the mind and body , we use a warmed herbal-oil to nourish the skin and stimulates both arterial and lymphatic circulation which removes stagnant waste and heightens the state of awareness

Kama Ayurveda Ubtan Body Polish
This treatment softens and smoothes the skin and effectively exfoliates the outer tissue layers to stimulate circulation and cleanse the pores bringing a glowing luster to the skin.

Kama Ayurveda Pedicure
The treatment begins with soaking the feet in warm water and cleansing them using Kama Bath Salts and after the pedicure a massage of the calves and feet with the Rejuvenating Body Treatment Swagandhadi and Cleansing using the Soap Free Cleanser Ubtan prior to completing the treatment.

RECREATION & ACTIVITES

Enjoy a pleasurable and fun day trip on the beautiful waters of Zanzibar. We invite you in one of our jet boats to enjoy a day out snorkelling or visiting secluded beaches on the smaller isles such as Prison Island where there is a sanctuary for an endangered species of the Giant Tortoise and a beautiful beach where you can relax and take in the beauty of the Indian Ocean, and we can arrange all kinds of delicious picnic hampers for the day out upon request.

Diving can be arranged from one of the PADI Certified Diving Companies that we use and is an unforgettable experience for the more adventurous.

The Spice Tour: An enthralling visit to a Spice farm and see the variety of local herbs, medicinal plants, cosmetic plants, tropical spices and flowers that gave Zanzibar and Pemba the name “Spice Islands”.

The Stone Town tour: takes you around the historical old town the architecture of which is very much influenced by the Omani Arabs since the 14th century. This tour includes a visit to the former slave market site, now standing as an Anglican Church, built back in 1817, the town market, the Zanzibar Memorial Museum, The House of Wonders built in 1883 (Beit-Al-Ajaib), the Old Arab fort, the Palace Museum, the old Indian Dispensary (cultural centre), the Maruhubi Palace Ruins as well as Livingstone House.

There are a variety of places to visit on the Island ; one can take a trip to Kizimkazi beach, an unforgettable experience where you can swim and play with resident spinner and bottle-nose dolphins or visit Jozani Forest which is home to red colobus monkeys, or one can take a trip back into the history of the infamous Slave Trade by visiting the Mangapwani slave caves.

Address: AL JOHARI 116 SHANGANI (STONETOWN) P.O.BOX 3234 ZANZIBAR – UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

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Portugal

Lapa Palace Hotel | Lisbon | Portugal

5 STAR LUXURY HOTEL • 109 ROOMS & SUITES

The magnificent Lapa Palace is set on a hilltop overlooking Lisbon’s Tagus River and the city itself, amid tranquil gardens dotted with ornamental fountains and streams. Built in 1870 as a private residence, the Lapa Palace lies at the heart of Lisbon’s modern business and shopping districts. Its beautiful gardens provide a true oasis in the city of Lisbon, just one reason why this historic hotel has been favorued and frequented by international aristocracy, politicians, and artists alike.

Please note that from January 2008 Lapa Palace is a non-smoking hotel. Guests will be allowed to smoke in the balconies and for the cold season we provide heating in the balconies, upon request.

Rooms & Suites

Lapa Palace has 109 guest rooms, all are fully equipped, many with magnificent views over the River Tagus and Lisbon, or over our oasis like gardens. 109 Rooms, including 8 Suites, 11 Signature Rooms, 8 Deluxe Rooms and 8 Palace Rooms.

Services

* Broadband Internet access in all the rooms
* Air conditioning
* Fully equipped Business Centre
* Secretarial services on request
* 24-hour room service
* Concierge
* Spa w/fully equipped cardio fitness gym and two heated swimming pools
* Boutiques
* Baby Sitting Service and Playground for Children
* Complimentary private parking for 120 vehicles
* Car Wash
* Limousine
* Medical Assistance
* Newspapers and Magazines
* Rent-A-Car – Europcar
* Laundry and Dry Cleaning
* Room and Front-Office safes
* Outdoor and indoor pool heated all year long

Recreation

Sporting Facilities

* The only hotel in Lisbon to offer a heated swimming pool set within tranquil gardens
* Indoor, heated swimming pool
* Five golf courses nearby
* Tennis facilities nearby
* Horse riding facilities nearby
* Sailing

Health Facilities

Spa with indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, fully equipped gym and massages on request.

Lapa Palace
Rua do Pau de Bandeira, 4
1249-021 Lisboa, Portugal

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Mexico

Las Alamandas Resort | Costa Alegre | Puerto Vallarta…

LUXURY BOUTIQUE BEACH RESORT • 14 SUITES

Media Quotes

“A Garden of Delights for a Happy Few, Las Alamandas is something of a modern miracle…Ms. Goldsmith’s gift to the Mexican coast.” – The New York Times

“One of the World’s Most Romantic Hotels.”– Forbes

“Hideaway of the Year!” – Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report

“Best Chance to Vacation Like a Hollywood Hotshot” – GQ

“A luxurious oasis where privacy and quiet are the most important amenities.” – Town and Country Magazine

“A stay at the resort is like having the run of a really wealthy friend’s gorgeous estate.” – USA Today

“A ‘Hedonistic Hacienda’ and ‘Romantic Hideaway’… a perfect place to be alone together.” – Coastal Living Magazine

“Perfect for an intimate family gathering or an ultra-clandestine honeymoon.” – Elegant Bride

“If one had to choose a single word to define this little corner of paradise, that word would be harmony. Owner Isabel Goldsmith takes the principle of careful attention to detail to new heights. Her tireless efforts ensure that, no matter what your everyday routine, a stay at Las Alamandas always offers an enchanting break.” – Air France

When celebrities need to look their very best, they choose Las Alamandas as the perfect paradise to relax and train with their favourite personal trainers- keeping in mind that complete privacy offered in a setting of unparalleled beauty, is key. Las Alamandas has been a favourite fitness retreat for actress Minnie Driver and her training coach Rich Guzman, the famed L.A. trainer who has coached many celebrity clients, and who developed ”L.A. ROX” – his own successful fitness program based in Los Angeles. Also from Los Angeles is fitness guru Jim Brasher, who chose Las Alamandas as a dynamic retreat for his exclusive list of private, discerning cliental.

Las Alamandas Resort is located midway between Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo along the famed “Costalegre” region of Jalisco Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Managed as an elegant, private estate where guests are accorded the highest standards of hospitality, this exclusive beachfront hideaway is situated on over 1,500 acres of pristine tropical Paradise with only six villas accommodating a maximum of 30 guests.

“…a luxuriant solitude, and a fulfilling experience…”
– New York Times Sophisticated Traveler

Enjoy Elegant Relaxation!
Dine to the strains of Mexican music in a palm grove right next to the ocean! Las Alamandas’ full-service Oasis Restaurant serves fresh and healthy cuisine along with a variety of liquors and fine wines. In the evening, the terrace is candlelit and the surrounding gardens are illuminated. The menu includes many Mexican specialties from which to choose, as well as a selection of continental dishes. All ingredients are fresh; fish and seafood are brought in daily from local fisherman; eggs and chicken are free-range; Pastries are prepared daily by the chef; and many of the fruits and vegetables are grown organically on the property. Upon request, the Oasis Restaurant will prepare an elaborate dinner buffet, complete with mariachis and bonfires to enjoy on the beach.

“OASIS” RESTAURANT

A full-service restaurant surrounded by palm trees overlooking the ocean. Meals are served on the terrace to the beat of Mexican music. In the evenings, the gardens are illuminated and the terrace is candlelit.

Well-versed in a variety of gourmet cooking styles, Las Alamandas’ Executive Chef Alejandro Aguilar Morales creates wonderfully exotic and delectable dishes of Sushi, Mexican regional, Continental, and American fusion cuisine. All ingredients are fresh; fish and seafood are brought in daily from local fisherman; eggs and chicken are free-range; and most fruits and vegetables (and all herbs) are grown organically on the property. Exotic Spanish, French, Argentinian, Chilean and Mexican wines have been hand-picked to enhance the flavour of Chef Morale’s creations, and irresistible pastries prepared fresh daily are sure to delight. For festive relaxation, owner Isabel Goldsmith-Patiño has developed a tropical tequila & margarita bar featuring tantalizing concoctions made from the resort’s magical herbs and exotic fruits.

“LA PALAPA” BEACH CLUB
An oversized, thatched palapa situated by the beach is adjacent to the fresh-water swimming pool, and serves as a welcomed retreat from the sun. Guests relax in the shade after tanning on one of many sun beds or while swaying gently to the Pacific breezes in a palapa-shaded hammock. La Palapa also serves as a beach bar and an ideal place to enjoy lunch in your bathing suit. Boogie boards are available for your enjoyment.

SWIMMING POOL
The 60-foot freshwater pool is directly alongside the ocean and is equipped with message jets for relaxation.

ART GALLERY / TV LOUNGE
Art Gallery, TV and Library Lounge, and Conference Room: Highlighted by Alamandas’ signature bright colours, surrounded by gentle fountains and magically lit at night, the Gallery showcases a revolving collection of artwork by various local Arts and Crafts Masters. The Gallery at Las Alamandas also serves as a spacious new reading, relaxing, meeting and media room complete with oversized sofas for comfortable gatherings in front of a large-screen TV. Here, guests may view International Satellite programming, choose from an extensive collection of classic and current movie hits, or conduct small business meetings, briefings and/or presentations in great comfort and style. There is also a selection of board games including backgammon and chess to enjoy in a relaxed and luxurious setting.

ROOF – TOP LOUNGE BAR
“Estrella Azul” Rooftop Lounge Bar: Las Alamandas turns up the heat with this hot and sexy latest addition to its already romantic and sensuous surroundings. Combining all the chic lounge tactics found in the world’s elite bar hideaways with Alamandas’ idyllic warm climate and ocean breezes- “Estrella Azul” creates the mood for enchantment and excitement. Whether curled up in the cushions as a couple, or gathered socially around the colorfully illuminated bar with friends, here guests feel on top of the world.

With a name meaning “Blue Star,” the blue bar merges with the sky as you lie back amongst oversized turquoise cushions with the sound of a cool breeze softly swaying in the palm tops. Relax under “Orion’s Belt” and gaze at the night’s skies, a telescope to explore further and catch those shooting stars! Discover the world of Tequilas and aphrodisiac mescal, nibble on freshly prepared Hors d’oeuvres and dream away the night to the sounds of music.

BOUTIQUE
Offers authentic Mexican items and resort wear as well as pharmaceutical items.

GYM
Fully-equipped with state of the art weight machines and a complete cardiovascular workout area including treadmill, Stairmaster, Versa Climber and Lifecycle

KID’S CLUB
The new Las Alamandas Kids’ Club offers a sophisticated mini-resort all its own, specifically designed for the young vacationers to Paradise. Surrounded by lush lawns directly beside the beach with panoramic ocean views, the Kids’ Club consists of an open-air pergola with programmed kids’ activities (colouring, painting, crafts), fun-filled playground equipment (“Jungle Gym” with spiral slide, swings, monkey bars, playhouse and more), a variety of toys, games, badminton setup, and mini football field. Child-sitting services are also available upon request.

Sports Equipment
Enjoy one or some of our sports at Las Alamandas with the best weather of the Mexican Pacific such as volleyball in any our 4 beaches, a fantastic outdoor half basketball court to shoot some hoops in front of the ocean. Also, please find some other options as tennis, table tennis, badminton, croquet, petanque, giant chess and soccer. Also, we offer water sport equipment as snorkeling, surf boards, and boogie boards.

Horseback Riding
With local guides or solo. One hour free for all guests. Horses are $10.00/hour thereafter.

Mountain Biking
High quality mountain bikes are available at no charge.

Hiking
Dozens of miles of hiking trails wind throughout the property.

Scuba Diving
Diving trips to Bird Island are arranged with two-day notice for an additional charge.

Snorkeling
Clear blue water on the private beach makes this a favorite of Las Alamandas guests.

Tennis
The lighted tennis court is available to all guests. One hour free. Additional play at $15.00/per hour. Rackets and balls are available upon request.

Boat Rides
A scenic ride along the Rio San Nicolas River, which winds through the property, surrounds guests with the natural beauty of Las Alamanda.

Services

Car Service
Chauffeur driven vehicles are available within the property at no charge or for excursions at $75.00 per hour.

Rental Cars
Available from Puerto Vallarta & Manzanillo airport upon request through our Front Office Concierge.

Picnic Catering
The Hotel staff will provide picnic baskets for hikes on the lush trails or on nearby beaches.

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Morocco

Amanjena Resort | Marrakech Palmeraie | Morocco

5++ STARS • 34 PAVILIONS & 6 RESIDENCES

Amanjena’s 32 sunset-red-coloured private pavilions are spacious and exquisitely designed; eight with private pools, and all with multi-faceted high domes with dimmer switches to highlight or lowlight the occasion and wood-burning sunken fires appealing to primal desires. The terraces have pillared gazebos with cushioned seating areas and candle lanterns creating a secluded area to chill or dine, from sunrise to sunrise.

Amanjena is honest and faithful to the ethos of Morocco, using exotic local materials to maximum effect. The chorus of colours at Amanjena; turquoise, midnight blue, burnt rouge, muted glazed greens and rose pink, serenade the beauty of its surroundings: olive groves and fruit trees, snow-capped Atlas Mountains, authentic Berber villages and the intriguing Medina of Marrakech.

The health and beauty centre, with indigenous hammams or steam rooms, alongside a glass-encased whirlpool, is both quintessentially Moroccan and deeply nourishing. Essential oil massages are skilfully carried out in inviting candlelit rooms with burning incense, floating rose petals and warm mint tea.

The magic here is that the resort caters for individuals who wish to maintain a high level of physical activity by making use of the ‘timber-floored gym, being privately coached on the clay tennis courts, working the manicured golf courses or hiking in the mountains. However, it is also fully possible to simply lie back like a pampered Pasha in a tranquil paradise.

Cuisine

Open only for dinner, the Restaurant offers innovative approaches to the local cuisine as well as Continental dishes. Soft lighting lends warmth to the generously proportioned room. A scalloped onyx fountain rimmed by olive trees climbs to a commanding central skylight. Moucharabieh-wood screens play at the higher reaches. The tinted plâtre ciselé walls are the colour of honeyed eggshell and chiselled with ancient Berber designs. Banquettes and tables dressed in white cloth, pink rose petals and thuja-wood settings hug the walls. During the summer months, dinner seating is moved outdoors. The Thai Restaurant alongside the swimming pool is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Authentic Thai cuisine is featured for lunch and dinner. The light-filled room features banks of glass doors and coral-tadlekt walls spiked with old Moroccan leather horse saddles. The Pool Terrace is open for breakfast and lunch and overlooks the pool and the adjacent championship golf course. Guests can enjoy private dining in their Pavilion or Maison. Special dinners or buffets to celebrate a unique occasion can be arranged. Upon request, intimate dinners accompanied by local music can be organised in the Caidal Tent, a traditional and romantic setting located in an olive grove.

Library

Ceiling lanterns and Arabic carpets colour the two storey room. Light filters in from dozens of windows cut, on varying levels, into the Library’s tadlekt walls. Recessed glass shelving keeps books, magazines and newspapers, as well CDs and DVDs and the distinctive green pottery of Tamegroute, in the Moroccan Sahara. There is also a selection of travel books and boardgames available. Library tables are of wild-cherry wood inlaid and stained to an ebony gloss. The room’s upper level is cloaked in a Moucharabieh-screened railing, which runs round most of the room. The fireplace is framed by cozy masria (Moroccan daybeds). A laptop is available for Internet access.

Boutiques

There are three boutiques within the cedar-ceiling colonnade that follows the swimming pool. The shops have some exclusive objects including a good selection of Moroccan art and handicrafts, jewellery, brass lanterns, pottery and antiques. All the linens, which include shawls, tablecloths, caftans and djellabas, are hand-woven. Some of the boutiques’ offerings are created exclusively for Amanjena.

Health and Beauty Centre

The hammam or steam bath is central to Moroccan life. Unsurprisingly, it has pride of place at the heart of the Amanjena Health and Beauty Centre. Each hammam (one each for men and women) is complemented by showers, washrooms, a change area and glassed-in whirlpool. Treatments at the beauty centre include massages, manicures, pedicures and facials. The Centre also features a timber-floor gym.

Swimming Pool

Amanjena’s heated outdoor 33m swimming pool is finished in zellij (mosaic) of glittering green écaille de poisson tiles. The patio is filled with chaise lounges and bordered by hibiscus flowers. The pool area features a pisé-style arch over a wide wall fountain and a separate shallow pool.

Tennis

Two clay tennis courts, floodlit for night play, are available with complimentary rackets and balls. The tennis grounds include a central arched pavilion with minzahs for drinks and rest breaks.

Internet

Wireless broadband connections are available in all resort accommodations and public areas.

Location

The Moroccans call their country Maghrib which, in Arabic, means “sunset” or “west”, acknowledging this North African kingdom’s place as the westernmost Arabic country. Bordered on the north by the Mediterranean Sea (Spain is just an hour’s ferry ride away) and on the west by the Atlantic Ocean, Morocco has numerous beaches and a long, dramatic coastline. With four mountain ranges, great oases and the dunes of the Sahara, Morocco is a land of remarkable geographic diversity.Most international flights to Morocco from Europe and North America fly daily into Casablanca, where they connect with frequent daily internal flights to Marrakech. British Airways has a daily direct service from London and Manchester to Marrakech, and Royal Air Maroc has daily flights between London and Marrakech. Ryanair offers direct flights from London to Marrakech four times a week. There are also daily direct flights between Paris and Marrakech with Air France and Royal Air Maroc.From Marrakech airport, it is a ¼ hour complimentary transfer to Amanjena. A car transfer may be arranged between Casablanca airport and Amanjena for Dhs 2,500 + 10% per car per way. This takes approximately 2½ hours.

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Australia

Daintree Rainforest Lodge and Spa | Queensland | Australia

4 STARS • 15 VILLAS

Wake to the gentle sounds of nature in your Daintree rainforest accommodation. Enjoy total pampering in the unique Daintree Spa. Discover the secluded pristine waterfall. Breathe in the freshest of air. Dine in the enchanting Julaymba Restaurant & Gallery and experience the taste sensations of the tropics, try innovative contemporary Australian cuisine with a native twist. An ideal tropical north Queensland haven to explore the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Daintree River and Cape Tribulation.

Accommodation

A private, boutique accommodation in an ecological environment of exquisite natural beauty – rainforest villas set amongst the miracles of nature. Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa offers award winning, unique tree house style resort accommodation.

Spa

In the world renowned Daintree Spa, you will be taken into another world as you succumb to the pleasures of unique Aboriginal inspired massages and spa therapies bringing you in tune with the vibrations of the earth as its essences are applied gently to your body.

Weddings

Your rainforest Wedding at Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa is tailored to suit your individual needs and budget. Beginning your new life together with a wedding at an exclusive rainforest retreat offers you the ultimate in tranquility, privacy and seclusion for your perfect rainforest wedding.

Aboriginal Experiences

Experience Aboriginal Culture and unique Workshops not found elsewhere. Join our Indigenous Guided Rainforest Walk and our unique Aboriginal Art & Cultural Workshop where you can create your own art work and take it home with you. These unique Aboriginal Experiences are also available for day visitors with a variety of Day packages available.

Dining

Julaymba Restaurant & Gallery, with it’s balcony terrace, for all weather al-fresco dining, overlooks the peaceful lilly pond. uniquely crafted to compliment the Daintree rainforest setting and capture the serenity. Cuisine in deliciously Australian with a native twist, licensed and open for guest and public. Authentic Aboriginal artefacts and original artworks are on display in the Julaymba Art Gallery and available for purchase… take a little culture home!

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Maldives

Kuramathi Blue Lagoon Resort | Ari Atoll | Maldives

DELUXE LUXURY RESORT | SUPERIOR ACCOMMODATION OVER-WATER AND BEACH

Kuramathi Blue Lagoon Resort		Rating :
	Location : North Ari Atoll Distance from airport: 35 miles Boat Transfer: 90 minutes Seaplane Transfer: 15 minutes Last transfer to Kuramathi is at 1530 hrs No of rooms : 56 [20 Water Bungalows 36 Beach Bungalows ]

The Blue Lagoon, one of three resorts located at the very Western tip of Kuramathi Island, is a wondrous holiday experience for the exclusive traveller. The Blue Lagoon is a narrow sandbar running far into the ocean, surrounded by crystal blue water with gentle waves constantly lapping at your feet. This isolated existence with nothing but the beach and the lagoon as your sole company is the ultimate Robinson Crusoe experience you could have ever dreamed of.

A palm-fringed paradise on water… The sky is the limit to relaxation at Blue Lagoon. A ‘relaxation jetty’ runs out far away into the lagoon where you can take a stroll or just sit and relax right next to the deep blue ocean. If it is intimacy with nature that you are seeking in this secluded unpolluted environment, come and witness the schools of stingrays that gently gather around the ‘relaxation jetty’ each evening.

ACCOMMODATION
Total number of rooms 56
20 Water Bungalows 36 Beach Bungalows

In room Facilities (By Room Category)


Water Bungalows [20]	Beach Bungalows [36]
Air Conditioning Mini bar In-room Safe IDD Telephone Hair Drier Balcony Terrace Shower Only Pipe-in Music Beach Towels	Air Conditioning Mini bar In-room Safe IDD Telephone Hair Drier Balcony Terrace Bath and Shower Open Air Shower Pipe-in Music Beach Towels

Restaurants & Bars

Blue Lagoon
Coffee Shop
La Lagoona Grill
Blue Lagoon Restaurant (Main Restaurant)
Laguna Bar

Dininig
Apart from the main restaurant an Indian Restaurant opens for dinner and a Coffee Shop where you have the choice of eating out side sitting under the palm trees or if you like to sit inside while enjoying the very Maldivian style interior. You can order from breakfast to prime cuts of meat and from snacks to ice cream. If you prefer a light snack for your lunch visit to Palm Court, an open air restaurant in the middle of the island among the palm trees over looking the lagoon of Kuramathi.

Island Barbeque , located in Kuramathi Village. This grill is open for dinner, situated on the beach just few feet away from the shore. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh air from the ocean while you judge your plate. Selected flambé dishes and prime cuts of meat and seafood dishes are available.

A Thai restaurant situated in the lush vegetation of the island is definitely a place you must visit for a dinner at least once. With a variety of authentic dishes, you will be able to enjoy wonderful Thai food in a beautiful Thai setting.

La Laguna Grill situated at the very edge of the beach overlooking the huge lagoon of Kuramathi is a very popular place. It’s the perfect place to enjoy that special occasion by candlelight. At La Laguna Grill, guests are offered an excellent a la carte menu including prime cuts of meat, chicken and seafood that is prepared in front you by the grill. The specialty is the sizzling steak.

FACILITIES
Email Facility T.V Lounge Medical Center Decompression Chamber Laundry Service Swimming Pool Children’s Pool	Windsurfing Catamaran Sailing Water skiing Rental of Snorkelling Equipment Diving School Deep Sea Fishing Canoes/kayaks	Volley Ball Tennis Billiard Room Gymnasium Spa Photo Lab Jewellery Shop

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Sri Lanka

Apa Villa | Thalpe | South Coast | Sri…

BOUTIQUE VILLA | 7 SUITES

“The best thing about the villa, however, is its surroundings. Cicadas, birds and silver-haired monkeys have made the adjacent tropical gardens their playground while further afield, spice and rice fields disappear into the distance” – The Independent UK.

“Since I have a long way to go, I break journey at Unawatuna to have a quick lunch at Apa Villas, the beach property owned by Hans Hoefer, who till recently, was publisher of Insight Guides.

Apa Villas is perfectly placed for those who want to escape the city and yet be close enough to experience the sights of a part of this magical island. Hoefer seems to have got his formula right. The airy beach property looked after by a British couple, is as friendly as a large home can get. The rooms are remniscent of the British era with all comforts, built in a style befitting the tropical life of monsoon rains and incredible sunsets. Fully modernised, each villa is designed to take full advantage of spectacular views across the Indian Ocean that pounds onto the beach.” – The Hindu Sunday Magazine.

Apa Villa is a charming property that lies amidst a mature coconut grove, in fantastic surrounds on the south coast of Sri Lanka. Just 8km south of the historic city of Galle and its ancient Dutch Fort, the villa is an ideal getaway for those seeking sun, surf, the best sunsets and total relaxation. Whether with family or friends it’s minimal fuss and children are also welcome. With advanced notice the management will arrange for baby-sitting services when required. Apa Villa encourages bookings of the whole house, so bring your friends.

The style of the villa befits a gentle tropical existence of monsoon rains, golden beaches, surf and splendid sunsets. All suites are oriented to the sea. A unique elongated swimming pool is shaded by swaying palm trees and is the central attraction in the gardens. At its beach end is a wooden deck positioned to watch the rolling waves and spot the occasional ship passing or a sea turtle surfacing for air.

Come late afternoon, sit back with favourite cocktail to watch the most incredible sunsets one can ever imagine.

Apa Villa welcomes you to its breezy, sunny, open spaces in and around the villas. Whether seated in the interior lounge of your suite or surrendering yourself on the sun deck, where you feast your eyes on the lush greenery, the clear blue waves and a colourful sky. Then you notice that the tiled sloping roofs, elegant pillars, wood-steel-and-glass furniture add up to the aesthetics and charm of the setting.

ACCOMMODATION

Cinnamon Villas x 3: Light and airy corner suites with spacious lounge area facing both the garden and sea. Double beds under large mosquito net canopy are placed on a cool cement base. There are en suite bathroom with hot showers, wardrobe cupboards and writing table-cum-dressing table. Spill out to the verandah for dining outside. The rooms are air-conditioned. Connecting doors combine the suites making ideal lodgings for a family or group.

Cardamon Villa x 2: A complete suite with ensuite bathrooms, walk-in wardrobe dressing area, a seating area and air-conditioned bedroom screened off by accordion door panels. The choice area is the shared verandah with comfortable banquette and dining table on one side. The view is to the pool and ocean.

Safron Villa x 2: These designer suites are excellent with own verandah overlooking the garden and sea. The suite has a double bedroom, a master bathroom with door to the garden, a living room and garden pool. All rooms have ceiling fans too.

CUISINE

The staff at Apa Villa serve breakfast on the verandah of each suite at your time, any time. There’s a standard breakfast of fresh fruit, blended fruit juice, tea or coffee and milk. The main breakfast is Western fare with eggs and sausages, bacon and cheese. There are also local Sri Lankan breakfast specialties of plain or egg hoppers, a pancake of sorts made with rice flour and coconut milk with an egg added. Hoppers have to be ordered the evening before. A favourite for breakfast is the buffalo milk curd with sweet treacle.

Dine in the shade of the coconut palms. Gather on the beach deck. The staff carry out your every wish, effortlessly. Your choice of meals – Sri Lankan curries, fresh lobsters, tiger prawns and yellow-fin tuna cooked to recipes of the world. Taste a young jackfruit curry, fresh herbs, red rice and local specialties harvested from the villas own estate.

Tropical fruits of pineapple, mango, banana, watermelon and passion fruit are simply delicious. Out of this world homemade desserts include pancakes with coconut and palm sugar filling, buffalo curd and treacle, and chocolate and fruit fondue.

SERVICE

Without boasting, Apa Villa garners praises for its standard of service. Not overwhelming, not pretentious, always in anticipation, unobtrusive and discreet – A fresh beach towel, a nice cup of tea and a ready smile always.

The villas trained English-speaking staff will help to arrange transport, massage service, baby-sitter, laundry, scuba diving and gives friendly tips on local sightseeing. The library has a stunning collection of reference books, children’s books and travel guides from around the world for guests to dip into.

Products & Services: English-speaking staff – Local transport services – Massage service – Baby-sitter – Laundry – Scuba diving – Local sightseeing – Internet access – Library: adult/children’s books and travel guides.

Check-in/Check-out Time Normal Check-in Time is 12.00 noon and Check-Out time is 11.00 a.m. Earlier Check-in Time or later Check-out time could be requested on a case by case basis and the hotel may agree depending on availability.

Apa Villa is not available for online bookings – Send us an email by clicking on the ‘Contact’ tab above and we will confirm availability and make the booking on your behalf.

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W Retreat & Spa – Maldives

Standard Amenities for All Room Classes

In room Facilities (By Room Category)

Beach Oasis

Ocean Oasis

Seascape Escape

Ocean Haven

DIVING

Recreational Activities

DINING