Paradises

Hotel Experience: Honeymoon Bliss

Honeymoon Bliss

The Seminyak

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The Seminyak is a stylish beachfront resort set amidst lush native greenery, lily ponds and traditional thatched pavilions. With distinct Balinese touches, this modern retreat provides a welcome escape.

Stylish Balinese luxury

A choice of stylish accommodation has been designed for optimal comfort to accommodate the needs of today’s savvy travellers. Each room features a 42” LCD TV with satellite channels, DVD player, Wi-Fi internet connection, in-room safety deposit box, IDD phone, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, air-conditioning, a private balcony and pillow options.

The Beach Wing Room categories feature elegant decor complete with lavish bathroom facilities and a private balcony. The Ocean Suite category celebrates island sophistication with modern furnishings, and a jacuzzi overlooking the ocean provides the ultimate in bathing luxury. One-Bedroom Garden Pool Villas and One-Bedroom Ocean Pool Villas, available with garden or beach views, perfectly embody the concept of tropical living with an open-style design that incorporates a generously sized swimming pool and a shaded pavilion. Bedrooms feature an indulgent en suite and jacuzzi. The Two-Bedroom Garden Pool Villa is a haven of relaxation nestled within the confines of a Balinese-style garden. With a spacious living environment, family-sized swimming pool and shaded outdoor pavilion, it is the perfect setting to enjoy quality leisure time in the company of loved ones.

The Santan Restaurant, a collection of modern dining pavilions surrounded by lush tropical scenery, conveniently features an all-day dining menu of authentic Balinese and South-East Asian dishes. Unwind and enjoy Bali’s celebrated sunset over a refreshing drink at The Sanje Restaurant & Lounge that boasts prime ocean views. A poolside bar serves an extensive beverage menu including beer, exotic cocktails and blends of seasonal fruit juice. Adjoining Klass & Brass is a private dining room and wine cellar. It is perfect for birthday parties and family celebrations, where you can enjoy exemplary personal service, fine wines and elaborate Rijsttafel feasts, comprising a medley of intriguing traditional dishes showcasing the diverse cuisines of the Indonesian archipelago.

The sensational Purnama Beachfront Pavilion offers a romantic wedding venue. Its glass walls, roof and façade, provide a full view of the ocean and sky from every angle.

Leisure activities include an impressive infinity pool, and bicycles are available for rental. Keep active at the resort’s fitness centre, or find balance, peace and tranquillity at the Kahyangan Spa, a sanctuary that embraces your wellbeing with a concise treatment menu.

Breakas Beach Resort

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Breakas Beach Resort provides a magical holiday experience and intimate retreat for those seeking relaxation in an adults-only environment.

Only a 10-minute drive from Port Vila and 20 minutes from Bauerfield International Airport, the resort offers an unrivalled backdrop, nestled amidst swaying palms and coconut trees on a private pristine stretch of beach.

Breakas Beach Resort offers perfect accommodation options for romance and escapism. Awarded for their distinctive tropical design, the 63 fares (bungalows) feature traditional Pacifica and Melanesian design elements including thatched roofs, open-air coral bathrooms and local timber shutters.

The Tropical Garden Fares are nestled amongst lush tropical foliage, or positioned directly on the beach are the Beachfront Fares that boast perfect views of the turquoise waters, only steps away from you.

EXQUISITE RELAXATION

Step into a world of exquisite relaxation at the resort’s spa. Choose from a selection of heavenly massages and luxurious beauty treatments to refresh and revive body, mind and soul. With a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean, the resort’s restaurant sits on the edge of the sea – enjoy innovative menus that showcase seasonal flavours and the island’s freshest produce. The oceanfront bar features an extensive cocktail, wine and premium spirit list, and a selection of tapas.

Take part in a cultural village tour to discover how people live here. Enjoy the Pango Peninsula with spectacular views and immediate access to Vanuatu’s best surfing beach and a private cove which makes swimming, snorkelling, diving, surfing, kitesurfing, kayaking and relaxing on the beach possible all year round.

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

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Imagine swimming with gentle turtles in the wild just steps from your room or suite at The Rarotongan!

Immerse yourself in paradise at this signature Cook Islands’ resort set right on Rarotonga’s best white sandy beach. Here the crystal-clear blue waters of Aroa Lagoonarium offer the island’s best snorkelling where you can play with beautiful Green and rare Hawksbill Turtles and jewelcoloured tropical fish. Relax with wonderful water views and a cocktail or cold beer on the new lagoon deck at Captain Andy’s Beach Bar & Grill and chase that with some delicious island fare. Enjoy The Rarotongan’s unique guided night snorkelling tours or complimentary stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling or hand-feeding the reef fish.

Discover authentic Cook Islands culture through complimentary lessons – learn to dance the ‘ura (hula), make a fresh flower ‘ei (lei), tie a pareu (sarong), play the ukulele or island log drums, or husk a coconut. Regularly voted a top 10 family-friendly resort, The Rarotongan offers the famous Moko Kids Club and Little Dolphins mini waterpark where kids 4-11 years play free. Choose from a wide range of accommodation options including three-bedroom pool villas and new two and three-bedroom suites. For couples in love there’s a personal wedding planner to create your dream all-inclusive island beach wedding specialising in groups of 30-80 people. Wedding guests also have the option of staying at adjacent boutique sister resort, Sanctuary Rarotonga – on the beach Adults Only. After the big day, newlyweds love to escape for their honeymoon to stunning sister resort, Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort Adults Only, the only Cook Islands’ resort with Overwater Bungalows set directly on the World’s Most Beautiful Lagoon. Be sure to check out the resort websites first for the best rates and deals.

Entire resort is exclusively for in-house guests only, including restaurants and bars.

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa

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Reflecting the island’s natural beauty, this luxury resort beckons you to unwind on 50 oceanfront acres.

Celebrate in a water wonderland of multi-level pools with a waterslide and saltwater lagoon, enjoy experiential Hawaiian cultural activities, golf at Poipu Bay, savour island flavours, and refresh in Anara Spa’s relaxing open-air setting. Acres of lush oceanfront await your discovery.

CLASSIC HAWAIIAN-STYLE

Relax in elegantly designed accommodation reflective of the resort’s renowned classic Hawaiian-style. Bringing the beauty of Kauai indoors and creating a personal retreat for guests, design elements reflect the roots of Hawaii’s plants, people and culture. Perpetuating the resort’s pervasive sense of style, the resort’s refreshed suites have been exquisitely appointed with features incorporating the many influences of the island. Hardwood floors hint of island plantation homes, while clean lines and beach décor blend the blue of the sea, white of the sand, and ochre of the land.

The 605 guestrooms are available in a range of categories, each complete with private lanai and luxurious pillowtop beds. Modern amenities include high-speed wireless internet access, 65 inch television with in-room movies, in-room safe, full bath amenities as well as a hairdryer, bathrobes, Nespresso coffee makers, a refrigerator and iron with ironing board, with turndown available on request.

BLISSFUL RELAXATION

Amidst lush gardens, waterfalls, and peaceful pools, discover blissful relaxation at the sumptuous spa where a menu of treatments based on traditional Hawaiian healing is offered.

A myriad of recreational options and first-class facilities are available. Choose an action-packed adventure, spend your day filled with sunshine, swimming in sparkling pools or opt for a round of golf on the Poipu Bay Golf Course.

One of the first places people think of for a romantic getaway, it is the site of many proposals, weddings and honeymoons. Holding a special place in people’s hearts brings them back year after year to celebrate their love. Swings and hammocks located throughout offer ocean views, tradewind breezes and fragrant tropical air. Pop the question at a private dinner on the beach served by your personal butler or looking out over the tiki-torch lit lagoons at romantic Tidepools restaurant. Once the excitement of your future together begins, relax and indulge in a lavish couple’s spa massage in a garden-set thatched roof bungalow at Anara Spa.

FINE FARE

Choose from extensive dining options, from fine cuisine to poolside fare. The resort boasts its own hydroponic garden which grows and harvests fresh baby lettuce used in all of the resort’s restaurants.

Savor the flavors of the island Hawaiian-style at Tidepools, set over a koi-filled lagoon at the base of a waterfall, where you’ll dine on the freshest local fish and succulent steaks. Seaview Terrace’s new menu features delicious Asian cuisine.

From an elegant celebration to the most casual gathering in one of the many restaurants, you’ll discover why these popular eateries have attracted so many awards and accolades.

CONSERVATION COMMITTMENT

Strongly committed to conservation and preservation of natural resources, the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa takes action to reduce its environmental footprint. Educating guests about the island’s precious resources and endangered species inspires respect and wonder in visitors for the island’s unique habitat.

The resort provides refillable aluminum water bottles in each room, reducing the use of 600,000 single-use plastic bottles per year. A broad-based recycling program diverts more than 13 tons of materials from the landfill monthly while a photovoltaic system generates nearly 450,000 kWh of electricity per year, and integrated pest management reduces the amount of chemicals used.

The resort is home to Ke Kumu O Hihinui, a cultural center designed to help travelers learn about native Hawaiian history and culture. Guests can visit the center and meet the resort’s Manager of Hawaiian Culture, Moani Tolentino, as well as take part in unique activities such as Hawaiian language, hula and ukulele classes, coconut basket weaving, and more.

The property also provides a weekly luau showcasing the vibrant dances of Polynesia and a feast including traditional and modern Hawaiian cuisine.

LAVISH AMENITIES

Set between lush mountains and rugged ocean cliffs, Poipu Bay Golf Course boasts 18 championship holes with seashore paspalum greens that are as visually stunning as they are challenging.

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Poipu Bay is one of the most highly acclaimed resort courses in the Pacific.

As the host course of the ’94-’06 PGA Grand Slam of Golf, it has wholeheartedly earned its title of one of America’s finest places to golf.

An extraordinary experience awaits, where impeccable service and lavish amenities greet you at every turn at this luxury resort.

Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa

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Get ready to enter a world of pristine white sand, magnificent coconut palms and pure bliss.

Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa, has all the exotic ocean views and dramatic sunsets you need for the perfect tropical holiday with a streamlined, sophisticated take on resort accommodations. Located on Hembadhu Island, less than 32 kilometres from Male airport, this tropical retreat is meticulously designed to offer a personalised holiday experience.

Your personal haven

Complete indulgence awaits you with five-star accommodation boasting awe-inspiring views of the sea along with every modern convenience, bringing you the very best there is to offer.

Superior and Deluxe Beach Villas feature large beachside porticos, brilliant views, outdoor showers and a uniquely designed open space. Premium Water Villas will indulge all your senses with 85 square metres complete with an outer deck overlooking the water with sun loungers, an open-air shower and a wide wooden ladder leading straight into the lagoon.

The two-bedroom Nirvana Presidential Suites are utterly remarkable. Constructed as duplex villas with thatched roofs, each suite is spread over two floors and has a large living area overlooking the Indian Ocean, and a private deck overlooking the lagoon with a private outdoor plunge pool.

An array of appetising cuisines to enjoy awaits. Relish exquisite Asian, Indian and Continental cuisine at Bokkura, the all-day dining restaurant, and fresh woodfired pizza is available at any time of the day at Pizzeria. Overlooking the lagoon and the swimming pool, dine al fresco at Open-the Grill.

Extensive fitness and wellness amenities include the exclusive Jiva Spa that delights you with natural treatments that draw on India’s ancient approach to wellness and healing wisdom. For those who can’t miss their daily fitness regimen, there is a 24-hour fitness centre and an infinity swimming pool.

Coral Reef offers a diverse range of fun experiences and breathtaking escapes. Get whisked away to an exotic bank for a romantic escapade. Snorkelling trips to the Blue Lagoon can be organised where you can swim amongst schools of colourful fish and marine life. Go big game fishing in a specially designed fishing boat, perfect for casting, or bring on the excitement with a deep-sea dive to an authentic shipwreck that’s covered with coral and home to thousands of fish. The possibilities are truly endless.

Royal Island Resort & Spa

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Surrounded by an unspoiled white sandy beach, the private island is covered in lush tropical vegetation. This exotic paradise is just 20 minutes by aircraft from the international airport followed by a 10-minute speed boat.

Set on Horubadhoo Island, located in the Baa Atoll, 118 kilometres northwest of Male, Royal Island Resort & Spa is a tranquil and secluded oceanfront resort that offers breathtaking views and five-star amenities at every turn.

There are 148 Beach Villas, offering complete privacy and a warm and welcoming ambience, with the beach and lagoon just a few steps away from their private veranda.

For something extra special, there are two spectacular presidential suites, each featuring elegant decor and access to a private beach and sparkling lagoon. Luxuries include king-sized beds, a spacious veranda, swimming pool, and jacuzzi. Air-conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, internet access, open-air showers and private sun decks are standard in all rooms.

Relax and unwind at the lavish Araamu Spa, which offers a delectable menu of treatments to calm the senses, soothe the body and invigorate the spirit. Treatments offered include aromatic baths, Ayurveda, aromatherapy, reflexology, massages, herbal and beauty treatments. There is also a jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and whirlpool for resort guests to relax in.

Whether you choose traditional Maldivian dining specialties, international fare or haute cuisine, there are a number of dining choices available at Royal Island Resort & Spa. Other facilities and services include a pool, gym, tennis and squash courts, plus a myriad of sports and recreational activities to ensure a truly unforgettable holiday in paradise.

Watersports in the clear lagoon include snorkelling, waterskiing, jet-skiing, windsurfing, catamaran sailing and canoeing. There is a PADI dive centre offering lessons and guided diving tours, while fishing enthusiasts can indulge their passion with day or night fishing trips.For guests who enjoy exploring, there are daily excursions to enjoy around the atoll, such as island hopping on traditional wooden dhonis and romantic picnics on deserted tropical islands.

Special packages are available for weddings and couples honeymooning at Royal Island, ensuring a stress-free and romantic escape. For the ultimate tropical holiday, Royal Island Resort & Spa is the perfect destination.

Sun Island Resort & Spa

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For those seeking a relaxed, funfilled tropical holiday in paradise, Sun Island Resort & Spa is nestled on Nalaguraidhoo, in the South Ari Atoll.

Sun Island Resort & Spa boasts 462 beautifully furnished guestrooms and suites, all offering striking views of the sapphire Indian Ocean, as well as a host of modern conveniences for the contemporary traveller. Indulge in the sumptuous luxury of the expansive, two-bedroom Presidential Suite, featuring a private beachfront terrace and jacuzzi tub. Or make the most of the island location with the unique Water Bungalows, perched on stilts above a tranquil lagoon with private stairways leading to the water.

All rooms and bungalows at the resort are comfortably furnished and feature air-conditioning, satellite TV, IDD phone, email, minibar, in-room safe, open-air shower and room service.

From invigorating activities to precious tranquillity, Sun Island Resort & Spa will captivate the heart with extraordinary experiences and unforgettable memories. Cruise along the stunning sapphire lagoons by jet-ski, canoe, windsurf or catamaran, explore the spectacular local scenery and culture with excursions to neighbouring islands, or simply relax and let the ocean breeze caress you as you sway gently in your hammock.

A host of facilities include a flood-lit tennis court, badminton, volleyball and squash, and a freshwater swimming pool and children’s pool are set in landscaped grounds, and beach lovers will enjoy snorkelling and diving. Additional facilities include a gym, beauty salon, video games, in-house doctor, and currency exchange.

Visit the Araamu Spa and indulge and rejuvenate the body and mind. Special treatments use flower, marine and plant essences and include Ayurvedic and Ytsara treatments. Spa packages are also available.

Inspire the palate with the rich flavours and innovative cuisine of Sun Island Resort & Spa. There is a myriad of bars and nightspots, as well as five restaurants, each showcasing a different aspect of Maldivian dining, from fresh, locally caught seafood to exotic Thai and Oriental influences. Enjoy beach barbecues, Maldivian theme nights, karaoke rooms and disco.

From the international airport, the island can be accessed via a 17-minute domestic flight followed by a 10-minute boat ride. Sun Island Resort & Spa boasts unique Ultra Gold and Ultra Platinum packages for guests.

The Fortress Resort & Spa

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Set on the pristine white sands of one of Sri Lanka’s bestloved beaches in Koggala, The Fortress Resort & Spa is an iconic getaway and the true embodiment of luxury and relaxation.

Sanctuary of serenity

One of Sri Lanka’s finest boutique resorts, The Fortress is a sanctuary of serenity and private luxury with world-class facilities that has earned itself a place among international luxury standards. The Fortress was awarded Best Luxury Coastal Hotel at the celebrated World Luxury Hotel Awards 2011, and best Luxury Resort Spa in 2014 while also being one of just 10 hotels in Sri Lanka recognised by Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

The hotel houses 53 decadent rooms and suites, including the exclusive poolside Beach Splash Rooms where you can enjoy true luxury with a private plunge pool and daybeds. All rooms and suites have been designed to reflect the resort’s colourful charm and tranquillity, allowing guests to relax and unwind. All accommodation is smoke-free and features spacious open-plan bathrooms, fulllength mirrors, dual designer sinks and luxury hardwood flooring. They are equipped 55-inch Samsung Hospitality TVs with Geneva wireless sound system, on-demand movies and cable TV. In-room amenities include a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and MD telephones. Fortress Residences, Beach Splashes and Beach Rooms, also come with a jacuzzi.

The Fortress’ cuisine is legend; pizzas from its own wood-fire oven, signature seafood extravaganza, fresh and spiced to perfection. Complementing these is a range of mouthwatering desserts. From the best of Sri Lankan cuisine to a mix of continental, Mediterranean and Asian flavours, The Fortress’ spread offers a veritable smorgasbord created by a team of highly trained chefs.

Oasis of tranquillity

Discover the true meaning of bliss at the spa and awaken your inner spirit with signature Ayurvedic therapies that are designed to rejuvenate and replenish your body and soul. Experience a Twilight Spa, an exotic ritual under the starry sky in the courtyard garden. Complimentary water therapies are offered where you can luxuriate in a hot steam bath or lounge in the soothing warmth of the sauna. The spa offers six dual spa suites, an Ayurvedic lounge and treatment sanctuary, manicure/pedicure and facial zone, aroma steam, sauna, jacuzzi and vitality showers as well as a yoga pavilion and fitness studio.

The Library

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The Library is a stunning conceptual hotel created under a semi-minimalist architectural style and shaped by the hands of an island local who was inspired by books.

Winner of the 2018 BCI Asia Interior Design Awards, The Library contains an intimate collection of pool villas, suites and studios, all built in a contemporary style and equipped with ultra-chic modern facilities.

The pure vibration of white spaces wash over as relaxation overtakes. This sheer absence of stimulation is an effect in itself; there is no clutter, no paintings to irk and no busy prints to agitate.

The hotel’s new luxurious pool villas, known collectively as Secret Chapters, complement its brilliant stable of unique accommodations. These beautiful spaces carry the same design ethos The Library is renowned for but with a more intimate approach. The Secret Pool Villas form the crux of this collection, together with two special villas, namely, The Writer and The Editor.

The Library offers a service concept that is unique in character from other properties on the island. Each service outlet and accommodation space is equipped with convenient facilities, but at the same time, provides a touch of nature. This ensures that guests remember their holiday as a fantastic experience with the opportunity to get closer to the earth.

For the ultimate breakfast in bed experience, guests can lay on one of the crisp white mattresses dotting the beach at The Page restaurant, an all-day dining venue which features prominently in Thailand Tatler’s famed list of best restaurants seven years in a row. Cuisine at The Page is a mix of Thai and international with a special focus on rare old-kingdom Thai cuisine.

Gastronomic originality

The hotel’s beach bar is famous for its extensive selection of creative cocktails. The Library’s penchant for gastronomic originality extends to the Drink Gallery, and an al fresco Tapas Bar that serves authentic Thai tapas, Pad Thais and hand-crafted cocktails.

An award-winning, red swimming pool is surrounded by a wooden deck with direct views of the beach, and the hotel’s namesake inhouse library has a collection of over 1400 books available to borrow. A full wall of glass provides natural light that softens and warms the space, which also offers a computer workstation and a large comfortable lounge.

If you want to enjoy a relaxing book-reading lifestyle where simple sophistication is king, The Library is sure to inspire and indulge your imagination.

Paradise Island Resort & Spa

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Paradise Island Resort & Spa offers a tropical escape in the middle of the Indian Ocean, surrounded by white-sand beaches and a lagoon awash in cobalt blues and aquamarines.

Tropical splendour

This luxurious resort features a network of paved pathways that wind through the lush grounds connecting oceanfront accommodations. Blending modern luxury and comfort with tropical allure, a wide range of accommodation is available to suit all types of travellers. There are 220 Superior Beach Bungalows and 40 Water Villas offering sweeping ocean views and a host of superb luxuries including air-conditioning, minibar, in-house movies and satellite TV. Each bungalow boasts an open-air shower as well as stunning ocean views and beach access.

The exclusive Haven Suites each feature a plasma TV with satellite channels, spacious private veranda with cushioned daybeds, a freshwater bath and panoramic vistas of the blue sea that extends from right under your feet. With their own private swimming pools, the two magnificent Ocean Suites are perched at the edge of the reef and have breathtaking views of the crystal clear lagoon and ocean.

No island holiday would be complete without experiencing the colour and life of this vibrant underwater world. The Maldives is a spectacular destination to enjoy snorkelling and diving, windsurfing, waterskiing, jet-skiing, windsurfing, canoeing and much more.Satisfy your appetite at Al Tramonto Italian Restaurant or delicious Japanese food can be enjoyed at the Fukuya Teppanyaki Restaurant. Theme nights at Paradise Island include a beach barbecue and a Maldivian night. Enjoy cocktails and a glorious sunset under the thatched parasols of the Beach Bar.

Tranquil hideaway

The Araamu Spa offers a precious retreat within the resort where health, vitality, and radiance are rediscovered. With 10 delightful Maldivian-style pavilions, the spacious Araamu Spa offers an atmosphere of absolute tranquility. For medicinal purposes, there is an exclusive Ayurvedic menu of treatments and guests can consult with an in-house Ayurveda specialist.

Situated on the eastern edge of the North Male Atoll just 20 minutes by speedboat from the international airport, the massive, reef enclosed lagoon and beautiful white beaches of Paradise Island are unbeatable.