Contents Introduction 4 Overview 6 Yachts & Cruises 8 Barbados 10 Antigua 22 St Lucia 34 Turks & Caicos 44
Grenada 50 The Grenadines 54 Anguilla & St Barths 62 British Virgin Islands 70 St. Kitts & Nevis 74 The Bahamas 78 Bermuda 84
Jamaica 90 Mexico 98 Dominican Republic 108 Puerto Rico 112 Villas 118 Booking Conditions 128 Carrier Portfolio 131
BERMUDA
BAHAMAS TURKS & CAICOS RIVIERA MAYA
CUBA
MEXICO
HAITI
BVI ANGUILLA
PUERTO RICO ST KITTS ANTIGUA NEVIS
JAMAICA
BELIZE GUATEMALA
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
HONDURAS
EL SALVADOR
THE GRENADINES GRENADA
NICARAGUA
ST BARTHS
ST LUCIA BARBADOS TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
COSTA RICA PANAMA
VENEZUELA SURINAME COLOMBIA
FRENCH GUIANA
GUYANA
ECUADOR
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Introduction /
Welcome to Carrier SPECIALISTS IN LUXURY, TAILOR-MADE HOLIDAYS WORLDWIDE
The Carrier difference
There is more choice than ever when it comes to booking your holiday. With a wealth of ideas and information at your fingertips, it is tempting to while away hours online undertaking your own research into the perfect getaway. This is where Carrier comes in; we will do the leg work for you. We know the best holidays in the world, inside out; saving you significant time and effort while tailor-making the perfect trip for you. A dedicated person at Carrier will manage your travel arrangements from start to finish. They will get to know what truly matters to you and will take personal responsibility to translate that into your ideal holiday. You’re in safe hands; our expert consultants handpick hotels, resorts and lodges with enduring appeal and superlative standards and take regular trips to re-familiarise themselves with our properties and destinations, meaning you receive genuine recommendations that will ensure your adventures are nothing short of unforgettable.
Carrier’s trusted partners
Ours is a relationship based-business and the effect of having the Carrier team negotiating on your behalf should not be underestimated; it can make a profound difference to your holiday. Our featured hotels are often in high demand, especially in peak seasons. We have a long standing partnership with many of them and as such, are well positioned to ensure our guests are particularly well taken care of, and on occasion securing hotels or particular rooms that are ‘fully booked’. Carrier is one of a handful of travel companies in the UK to have achieved British Airways Preferred Partner status, in recognition of how important Carrier customers are to the airline. Carrier and British Airways have a long established relationship giving us priority to the latest news as well as access to highly competitive fares across their network.
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Welcome to Carrier
The Carrier experience
VIP arrivals: We can arrange VIP Meet & Greet and Fast Track Immigration in Barbados, Antigua, Grenada, Jamaica, Bahamas and St. Kitts. There is no better way to arrive – especially when acclimatising to a humid, unfamiliar airport – than being met from the flight, whisked past a full plane’s worth of passengers through passport control and helped with your luggage into a swish, air-conditioned vehicle. Family-friendly: At Carrier we know how special a family holiday is and how important it is that it’s as stress free and memorable as possible. We’re often able to secure inter-connecting rooms at selected hotels; in addition, several resorts offer certified professional childcare and outstanding children’s clubs with a myriad of facilities and educational activities for your little ones. We can also recommend child-friendly dining options, family-friendly guides, and arrange rental of baby gear. Tailor-made holidays with a difference: Our expert team are on hand to add a unique dimension to your holiday; mix lazy beach days with Caribbean island hopping and let us create a flexible itinerary designed to satisfy even the most surprising demands or island combinations. We can offer first hand knowledge on which islands to combine, organise scheduled, shared and private charter flights; by taking the hassle out of the logistics, you are able to sit back, relax and tune out on your holiday. Honeymoons and Weddings: For those seeking true romance, the Caribbean delights with endless sandy beaches, gin clear waters, lavish accommodation and wonderful service. We offer a seamless service for those planning their honeymoon; our Honeymoon Contribution Scheme allows you to invite your wedding guests to contribute to the cost of your once in a lifetime trip as a wedding present. The
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sun-drenched islands of the Caribbean have some of the dreamiest locations for a wedding; choose from venues such as traditional plantation houses, cliff-top ceremonies offering spectacular views, white sand beaches and sweet wedding chapels; with the choice of everything from barefoot luxury to full service indulgence, there is something for every couple. Carrier Concierge: The Carrier Concierge is an enhanced complimentary service designed to help you get the most out of your holiday. Whilst there is an array of attractions in many of our resorts, the most popular can get booked months in advance, whilst others are hidden gems known only to a few. Our Concierge consultants have a wealth of knowledge and contacts to organise everything for you to create truly unique and unforgettable memories.
Book with Carrier in confidence
When you book with Carrier you may rest assured that your holiday is fully protected. We are ABTA bonded and all of our flightinclusive holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority’s ATOL scheme. We also work closely with our specialist travel agents to ensure that all aspects of your booking are secure. Our team in the UK is contactable 24/7, 365 days a year. You will always have personal assistance, whether that is during the booking process or while you are away. Our high service levels have been independently recognised with multiple awards. Carrier has won the coveted ‘Favourite Tour Operator’ award as voted by the readers of Condé Nast Traveller magazine more times than any other company over the past decade, and we have also won several national travel industry accolades, including ‘Luxury Tour Operator of the Year’ from TTG Luxury and Advantage Travel Centres.
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Overview /
Caribbean, Bermuda & Mexico SUN-KISSED ISLANDS WHERE LIFE MOVES DELICIOUSLY SLOWLY, SWEET CALYPSO RHYTHMS FILL THE AIR AND SUGAR-SOFT BEACHES INVITE INDULGENT RELAXATION.
Barbados And The Grenadines
Separated by a small plane hop, yet worlds apart, Barbados and The Grenadines encapsulate the colourful diversity of the Caribbean. Barbados, with its infectious vibe, exudes a welcoming ambience – its market towns alive and bustling, its beach resorts chic and sophisticated whilst the unspoiled Grenadines instil an immediate feeling of laid-back charm.
Antigua And The British Virgin Islands
The scent of spice fills the air in Grenada, a vibrant island with a distinct West Indian charm. Crater lakes pit the mountains, whilst along the shoreline warm waves lap against sun-kissed beaches such as Grand Anse and Pink Gin. Explore colourful spice markets, gushing waterfalls or unique underwater sculptures.
Jamaica
St Lucia
Anguilla & St Barths
Turks & Caicos
Life is about as unhurried as it gets on the islands and cays of the beguiling Turks & Caicos. Picture-perfect Providenciales is where the hip set hang out. After an idyllic day spent diving amongst kaleidoscopic reefs and kayaking the mystic mangroves it’s time
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Few holiday escapes compare to the pleasure of island hopping around the verdant British Virgin Islands, where harbours are dotted with glamorous yachts and colourful reefs invite underwater explorations, before heading across to enjoy the discreet charms of Antigua and the chance to stretch out on one of the island’s picture postcard beaches.
With its multi-cultural influences and spectacular geography, St Lucia promises an unforgettable stay. From the towering Pitons, sulphurous springs and steaming rainforests to famed dive sites, adrenalincharged activities and some of the most romantic hideaways in the Caribbean, this is an island for travellers in search of relaxation with a twist.
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to slip into the laid-back party vibe at one of the island’s chic evening venues.
Captivating bays, soft sands and cascading waterfalls…Jamaica is a place to throw off your shoes and tune into the island’s rhythm. Reggae music abounds, providing an uplifting soundtrack to innumerable activities, from beach lazing to scuba diving, jungle trekking to river rafting.
Scattered with unspoiled beaches that rank amongst the world’s finest and spoiling guests for choice with an array of fantastic restaurants, Anguilla has all the ingredients for a relaxed getaway. Across the water, A-listers hotspot and jetsetter’s favourite, St Barths, is peppered with luxury boutiques and eateries, oozing glamour and style.
The Bahamas
Whether your preference is for family fun in a world-class water park, strolling along a breathtaking beach where the sand is tinged with pink coral shells or stirring your limbs to the sound of a steel band, The Bahamas won’t fail to delight. The islands are melting pot of cultures, where the food
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is spicy and the mood is mellow.
Bermuda
Lapped by a vibrant turquoise sea, pristine Bermuda is a place to take life at a slower pace, soaking up the summer sun whilst lazing on a pink sand beach or enjoying levels of service and sophistication second to none.
Mexico
Ancient Mayan culture meets the exuberance of modern Mexico – hidden away in the jungle, or flanking endless stretches of powder white sand lie the stylish resorts and boutique retreats of the Riviera Maya and Baja California.
St. Kitts & Nevis
The small but mighty sister islands of the Caribbean, St. Kitts & Nevis are filled with history and exquisite, verdant scenery. St. Kitts is rife with colonial architecture and exotic greenery, while the unique character of Nevis is encapsulated within a concoction of plantation homes, tropical rainforests and evocative Georgian architecture.
Puerto Rico And Dominican Republic
Home to sun-kissed beaches and infatuating green landscapes unexpected of the Caribbean, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic promise a colourful getaway. Puerto Rico’s streets beg to be explored, hiding a historical wonder round every corner, while the Dominican Republic’s undoubtedly European influences offer a Caribbean island with a twist.
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Yachts & Cruises SAIL AS YOU PLEASE IN A SUBLIME TROPICAL PARADISE DOTTED WITH VERDANT ISLANDS THAT RANGE FROM THE DESERTED TO THE DECIDEDLY JET SET.
With their individual style and unique characters, the Caribbean islands are tailor-made for cruising. Sail in impeccable style on board a Silversea, Seabourn, Crystal or Regent Seven Seas cruise liner or an exclusive SeaDream mega-yacht. Our carefully-selected cruise partners offer an extensive range of itineraries throughout the Caribbean, an ideal way to experience a host of diverse islands in one go. Alternatively, feel the wind in the sails of a fully-crewed yacht or sunbathe on the deck of a sleek catamaran as it glides through clear blue waters – the enchanting atolls and archipelagos that make up The Grenadines and the British Virgin Islands are perfect for winter cruising. Experienced crews will customise itineraries giving you the freedom to plan your days, dropping anchor at will and swimming ashore to feast on a picnic of fresh seafood on a pristine beach only accessible by boat. Allow us to recommend yachts for couples, friends travelling together or families with older children who will undoubtedly enjoy the plethora of watersports available.
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Barbados
WITH A CHOICE OF LUXURIOUS BEACHFRONT RETREATS LAPPED BY GENTLE WAVES AND AN INFECTIOUS TROPICAL HEARTBEAT, BLISSFUL BARBADOS HAS AN ENDEARING CHARM.
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Barbados When To Go
Barbados is a year round destination with temperatures averaging 24°C-30°C, usually tempered by the cooling trade winds. January to April are the most popular months to visit, characterised by warm, generally dry days. Whilst the summer months between June and October tend to be hotter and more humid, with regular showers and the possibility of tropical storms. Festive and school holiday periods are always busy, early booking is essential.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time London to Barbados: 8 hours 50 minutes
Island Exploration
Away from the island’s flawless beaches, you’ll find a lush interior with innumerable places to discover. Cathedral-like Harrison’s Cave in St Thomas can be explored by tram, or combine exploration with a rockpool swim at Animal Flower Cave. Take in a visit to the Andromeda Botanical Gardens, Gun Hill Signal Station and the Mount Gay Rum Visitors Centre. Our dedicated concierge can arrange bespoke island tours with a private driver – hop on a jeep for some offroad adventures with an informative guide or catch a lovingly restored Bajan Bus.
Sporting Barbados
With so many sports-based options, Barbados is hard to beat. Cricket takes pride of place, and there’s a dedicated cricket museum at the Kensington Oval. December to April is international polo season or, if horse racing is your passion, head for the Garrison Savannah Racetrack – the most prestigious race of the year being the Sandy Lane Gold Cup in March. Golfers will appreciate the challenges of top courses at Sandy Lane, Royal Westmoreland and Apes Hill; swimmers, sailors and hikers are also supremely well catered for.
Culture Vulture
There’s an infectious vibe to Barbados, driven by a dynamic cultural scene ranging from the historic to the up-to-the-moment. Visit the plantation house where George Washington once resided, or combine colonial history with a part of the island’s rum-producing heritage by visiting St. Nicholas Abbey; one of only three Jacobean mansions in the western hemisphere. The lobster and jazz night at Colony Club is an absolute must; the island’s jazz festival every January features superb venues like the Sunbury Plantation, Farley Hill and the Garfield Sobers Auditorium.
Animal Flower Cave
Speightstown Cobblers Cove Saint Peter’s Bay The Lone Star The Fairmont Royal Pavilion Colony Club Coral Reef Club The Sandpiper Holetown Sandy Lane
Blue Waters
St Nicholas Abbey
St John
Galley Bay Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
Bathsheba Harrisons Cave
Hermitage Bay
Andromeda Botanical Gardens
Fisherpond Plantation House
Jolly Harbour
Sha
Fryes Bay Darkwood Beach
The House Sunbury Plantation House Barbados Golf Club
Bridgetown
Barbados Museum Garrison Savannah Race Course
Curtain Bluff Carlisle Bay
Oistins
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The Fairmont Royal Pavilion
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The Lone Star
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Coral Reef Club
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Colony Club by Elegant Hotels
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The House by Elegant Hotels
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The Sandpiper
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Bajan Blue, Green Monkey Golf Course, Dolphin Suite, Sandy Lane Bay
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Sandy Lane 113 rooms, suites, penthouses and 1 villa 40 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £4110pp in low season £6335pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
An iconic hotel for over fifty years and consistently ranked as one of the best in the Caribbean, here is supreme chic and serene comfort in a glorious setting. Accommodation is spread between four
different wings giving either ocean or garden views. Guests can choose between oversized rooms with terraces that double as alfresco living areas and residential-style suites, all boasting every modern amenity as well as valet service. For unbridled luxury The Villa at Sandy Lane boasts five en suite bedrooms, a private courtyard, pool, Jacuzzi and dedicated staff. The signature restaurant l’Acajou features light, gourmet cuisine whilst relaxed all-day dining is offered at beachfront Bajan Blue. The Spa Café and The Country Club provide alternative
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venues, the latter with stunning views across the greens. Equally impressive are the recreational facilities. The spacious spa is another world entirely, offering an irresistible array of treatments including an inviting hydrotherapy zone with experience showers, panoramic sauna and a Rhassoul. A swimming pool, tennis amenities, The Treehouse Club children’s facility and three acclaimed golf courses all vie with the crescent-shaped beach for your attention.
Used with kind permission of Sandy Lane Hotel Co. Limited
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The Sandpiper 50 rooms and suites 40 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £2180pp in low season £3665pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
As a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the intimate Sandpiper is unquestionably one of Barbados’ finest west coast hotels. Spacious accommodations include three luxurious Tree Top Suites, each decorated in a cool and contemporary colour palette with outdoor living areas, sea views and plunge pools. The Beach House Suites featuring large patios at the ocean’s edge are available independently or when
combined with the Curlew Suite result in the three bedroom Beach House, ideal for older families and friends. Cosy breakfasts are served on secluded balconies, informal lunches are taken around the pool or at the beach bar and intimate dinners are savoured in the award-winning alfresco restaurant. Entertainment is presented nightly during the winter months. Tranquil days are spent around the two pools or sipping cocktails as the sun sets at Harold’s Beach Bar. A tennis pro offers complimentary tennis instruction on the floodlit courts and a work out in the fitness room may be followed by watersports on the coral sand beach. Above: Beach House Suite Below: Swimming Pool
Above: Westerly House Right: Luxury Plantation Suite
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Coral Reef Club 88 rooms, suites, cottages and 2 villas 45 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £2180pp in low season £3665pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Overlooking a picturesque bay, this awardwinning hotel is a tribute to the creativity and vision of the O’Hara family. A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the style is reminiscent of a rich colonial
heritage. Elegant fabrics and furnishings alongside the tasteful interiors and private plunge pools of the Plantation Suites, Luxury Cottages and Suites ensure their ranking amongst the most sought after accommodation on the island. Convivial evenings start with cocktails in the piano bar followed by dinner in the oceanside terrace restaurant, the à la carte selections complemented by barbecues and buffets. Steel bands and gentle jazz rhythms
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enhance the Caribbean ambience. Set within the beautifully landscaped grounds, a tranquil spa offers treatment rooms with foot ritual patios and private gardens, shaded cabanas around the hydro-pool and a Thermal Suite with a crystal steam room and experience shower. Complimentary sporting activities include floodlit tennis, a well-equipped gym and nonmotorised watersports.
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Right: Swimming Pool Below right: Luxury Ocean View Room
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The Fairmont Royal Pavilion
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Colony Club by Elegant Hotels
72 rooms, suites and 1 villa 45 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £2285pp in low season £5490pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
An idyllic hideaway nestled amongst swaying palms and vibrant tropical gardens, combining the colonial charm of a private home with the modern comforts expected of an exclusive resort. Recently refurbished Oceanfront Deluxe Rooms reflect a relaxed island style, with glass-fronted balconies to make the most of the uninterrupted sea views. Beachfront Junior Suites with spacious outdoor terraces take service levels one step higher with a VIP airport
96 rooms and suites 40 minutes from Barbados Airport
greeting, butler service and complimentary evening canapés. Dine at Taboras restaurant, where the menu changes daily. Regular evening entertainment is presented by local artistes, and the popular Sunday Brunch is accompanied by the lilt of steel pans. At sunset, savour fine cuisine and enviable views at the seasonal Palm Terrace restaurant.
Prices from £2440pp in low season £3930pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Nestled amidst seven acres of sub-tropical gardens, this award-winning oceanfront hotel on the island’s famed Platinum west coast combines a colonial ambience with a modern style. Luxury Poolside and Ocean View Rooms boast a contemporary look, with a bottle of the hotel’s own rum punch
Relaxing days on the golden sand beach are enlivened by sets of tennis on floodlit courts, a few laps of the large freshwater pool, complimentary non-motorised watersports in the warm Caribbean Sea or join the daily swim with turtles from the shore.
offered as a welcome amenity. All rooms feature complimentary WiFi, Nespresso machines, air conditioning and private patios or balconies. Informal all-day dining and themed events such as Lobster & Jazz are on offer at the Sunset Deck or enjoy cocktails and dinner at the Laguna Restaurant & Lounge, where the seasonally inspired menus are complemented by herbs from the chef’s organic garden. Fill your days with complimentary watersports and enjoy yoga and Pilates, or explore Barbados on one of the complimentary local tours.
Above: Oceanfront Deluxe Room Below: Alleynes Beach & Resort View Left: The Great House Below left: Ocean Front Suite
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Cobblers Cove 40 suites 45 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £2740pp in low season £3715pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
This Relais & Châteaux country house hotel benefits from a tropical beachfront hideaway setting, providing an intimate and family-owned atmosphere. The pinkwashed Great House opens out onto a bar and houses the two signature suites - Camelot and Colleton - each boasting
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rooftop terraces, sea views and plunge pools. Spacious Ocean View Suites with air-conditioned bedrooms and sitting rooms with balconies stud the colourful, palm-filled gardens. Evening cocktails at the bar are a precursor to the fine dining experience that unfolds at the Camelot Restaurant, where talented Head Chef Jason Joseph marries local flavours and island-inspired ingredients with refined, creative flair. Indulge in leisurely recreations by relaxing by the pool and indulging in a massage. Or, be tempted by the complimentary watersports, including water-skiing and sailing or a game of tennis.
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Right: Cadillac Penthouse Patio Below right: Cadillac Penthouse Bedroom
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The Lone Star 6 suites 45 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £2175pp in low season £3275pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
If stylish beachfront living with a sociable twist is what you’re seeking, Lone Star heads the list with some of the most sought-after accommodation on the island’s west coast. Set on the beach, and named after vintage cars Buick, Cadillac and Lincoln, the Penthouses, Oceanfront Suites and Garden
Rooms can be configured in a variety of ways to create larger suites or even an entire beach house. The chic interiors, intimate ambience and personal service are attracting the smart crowd, making early booking an absolute priority. On the expansive terrace, plump day beds are positioned to maximise the views, whilst the adjacent restaurant continues to be one of the island’s true hotspots. For an extra dose of relaxation, spa treatments can be arranged in the privacy of your room.
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Left: Ocean View Junior Suite Below left: Hotel Entrance
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The House by Elegant Hotels 34 suites 35 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £3340pp in low season £4370pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Not so much a hotel as an inspired concept, The House is for those seeking a stylish adults-only holiday in an elegant and relaxed environment. Contemporary suites, each with a spacious patio or balcony, bespoke wooden furniture, crisp white linens, luxuries from deliciously scented candles
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to Nespresso machines and bathrooms with exquisite rain showers and state-of-the-art body jets. Guests are invited to unwind with a complimentary jet-lag massage, and start each day with a Champagne breakfast in the open-air lounge. Atmospheric lighting creates a relaxed ambience for pre-dinner cocktails and canapés at sunset, fine Italian cuisine can be savoured just next door at Daphne’s restaurant. A freshwater pool is complemented by an inviting beach where guests can take advantage of complimentary motorised watersports, including waterskiing, plus kayaking and paddle boarding.
Saint Peter’s Bay Luxury Resort & Residences
Top: Resort View, Above: Master Bedroom
57 residences 45 minutes from Barbados Airport Prices from £2065pp in low season £3070pp in high season based on 4 sharing a 2 bedroom residence including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A VIP airport greeting sets the tone for a stay of all-taken-care-of relaxation in these high spec beachfront residences just outside historic Speightstown. Luxurious turnished
two, three and five bedroom accommodation boast spacious terraces featuring outdoor dining and spa pools, fully-equipped kitchens and direct lift access to the pools and beaches. A magnificent six-bedroom suite comprises of two Three Bedroom Beachfront Residences, whereas the Five Bedroom Deluxe Beachfront Penthouse boasts a private pool and sun terrace. Daily housekeeping and a dedicated concierge ensure a comfortable and carefree stay. Dine at the poolside gazebo, hire a private chef for
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in-villa dining or take the complimentary water taxi across to Port Ferdinand marina for a superlative fine dining experience at the 13°/59° restaurant. Personal service extends to the large, lagoon style pool and the beach where motorised and non-motorised watersports are available. Children may enjoy a swim with the turtles or activities in the kids programme whilst parents relax at the spa at Port Ferdinand.
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Antigua
AN UTTERLY RELAXED ISLAND, BLESSED WITH ICING SUGAR BEACHES LAPPED BY CLEAR AZURE WATERS, PICTURESQUE COVES, EXCELLENT WATERSPORTS AND AN UNPRETENTIOUS CHARM.
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Antigua When To Go
A year-round destination, the best months to visit Antigua are generally during the drier winter months of December to April with temperatures averaging 24°C. The summer months between May and November can be more humid with showers and passing tropical storms a possibility.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time London to Antigua: 8 hours 45 minutes
Explore Barbuda
Take a trip to Antigua’s sister island, Barbuda, famed for glorious pink sand beaches, explorable caves and clear waters for snorkeling. The famed Frigate Bird Sanctuary, a national park attracts many bird species for breeding. Private or shared charter flights can be arranged or board a high-speed catamaran for closer views of the spectacular lagoon around which most of Barbuda is formed. Dine at The Mangrove in the family-owned Barbuda Belle resort, where locally-sourced ingredients including fresh fish and seafood are given a classic French twist.
Active Antigua
The relaxed charm of Antigua may be everything you dream of, but when adventure calls there’s plenty on offer. Fly in a helicopter over tropical rainforest to neighbouring Montserrat, famed for its Soufrière Hills volcano, bat cave and botanical gardens, or board an adrenalinpumping speedboat trip through the islands and reefs of the North Sound. Kids and adults alike will thrill to the thirteen-zipline rainforest tour, taking in aerial walkways and suspension bridges en route, while watersports fans can kite surf the ocean.
Festivals and Celebrations
Life seems like one long celebration on Antigua. On Sundays, street parties at Shirley Heights are a riot of rum, barbecues and dancing to live music until the early hours. If you’re on the island at the end of July, don’t miss the carnival – the Caribbean’s greatest summer festival, pulsating with music and colourful parades, with further partying ahead on Antigua and Barbuda Independence Day, 1st November. April/May is the time for Antigua Sailing Week, a spectacular yacht regatta held at Nelson’s Dockyard in St Johns.
Animal Flower Cave
Speightstown Cobblers Cove Saint Peter’s Bay The Lone Star The Fairmont Royal Pavilion Colony Club Coral Reef Club The Sandpiper Holetown Sandy Lane
Blue Waters
Hodges Bay
East Winds
Jumby Bay
St Nicholas Abbey
Cast
St John’s
Galley Bay
Stingray City
Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
Bathsheba Harrisons Cave
Hermitage Bay
Andromeda Botanical Gardens
Fisherpond Plantation House
Jolly Harbour
Shakerley Mountains
Fryes Bay
Betty’s Hope Plantation
Sunbury Plantation House Barbados Golf Club
Bridgetown
Capella Marigot Bay
Long Bay
Anse La Raye
Soufrière Half Moon Bay
The Inn
Curtain Bluff Carlisle Bay
Diamond Fall
Nonsuch Bay
Signal Hill
Darkwood Beach
The House
Barbados Museum Garrison Savannah Race Course
BodyHolida Cap Maison The Landings
Sugar Beach
Rabot Estate
English Harbour
Nelsons Dockyard
Shirley Heights
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Curtain Bluff
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Nonsuch Bay Resort
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The Inn at English Harbour
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Hermitage Bay
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Galley Bay Resort & Spa
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Hodges Bay Resort & Spa by Elegant Hotels
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Pool Grille View, Private Beach Dinner, Blue Room Private Dining Space at the Estate House, Jumby Bay Beach.
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Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort 40 rooms, suites plus villas 5 minute road transfer from Antigua Airport followed by a 7 minute boat ride Prices from £4980pp in low season £7755pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and transfers. Room upgrades available.
A tranquil island paradise just off the north-east coast of Antigua, boasting some of the finest accommodation to be found in the Caribbean. Just steps from the palm-
fringed sandy beach lie the Beachside Suites, characterised by high, vaulted ceilings, light, fresh colours, dark wood furnishings and seductive bathrooms featuring ebony, granite and stone vessels – guests having the option to bathe outdoors in private bath tubs under the sun or stars, with showers set amidst a courtyard garden. Pool and Estate Suites feature their own private pool and sun terrace. Dining is a marriage of simplicity and sophistication, with Caribbean-style dishes inspired by fresh local ingredients and
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international influences served in the relaxed surroundings of the Pool Grille, The Verandah or the Estate House. Relax by the oceanfront pool, one of two pools at the property, or at Sense, a Rosewood Spa. Further activities encompass bike rides around the island, tennis, snorkelling, kayaking and scuba diving. Nature lovers can spot Hawksbill turtles as they nest and children will enjoy the Rose Buds® activity programme.
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Nonsuch Bay Resort 41 suites, cottages and 3 villas 30 minutes from Antigua Airport Prices from £2100pp in low season £2670pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Picture an idyllic Antiguan hideaway facing placid waters dotted with sailing craft and surrounded by a rolling tropical coastline. Hillside infinity pools and terraces lead down through colourful gardens to a palmfringed sandy beach and the turquoise waters behind a barrier reef. Nonsuch Bay takes full advantage of ideal conditions for a plethora of water-based activities, from snorkelling in clear waters around a deserted
islet and gentle guided sailing tours to stand-up paddleboarding, kitesurfing and catamaran sailing. The well-equipped sailing school and expert kitesurfing school offer tuition and activities for adults and children. For younger children there is a crèche and supervised activities. For ultimate relaxation, enjoy spa treatments in the privacy of your hillside residence. Accommodation comprises attractively designed one, two and three bedroom suites, beach cottages - ideal for families - and spacious hilltop villas with incredible views. The enchanting vistas are also enjoyed from the dining terraces of The Bay @ Nonsuch. Above: Deluxe Suite Bedroom Below: Infinity Pool
Above: Carlisle Suite Right: Swimming Pool
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Carlisle Bay 82 suites 30 minutes from Antigua Airport Prices from £2860pp in low season £4230pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Carlisle Bay is a privately owned enclave that has raised the bar for contemporary excellence in the Caribbean. Firstly there’s the ravishing beach setting, enhanced by the backdrop of rolling hills and lush tropical
rainforest. Then there’s the true sense of arrival as guests are welcomed into a magnificent open plan lobby. And not least the spacious suites, with cool, calm interiors, a sea-facing sitting area or bedroom and a private terrace or balcony, most affording fantastic ocean views. Choose from delicious grills, fresh seafood and salads at Indigo on the Beach, exciting pan-Asian cuisine in the vibrant surroundings of East or lunchtime bites at beachside adults-only
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venue, The Jetty Grill. Relax by the swimming pool, practice yoga on The Jetty, trek through the rainforest or enjoy the complimentary non-motorised watersports. Further recreational facilities include the award-winning Blue Spa, Technogym-equipped fitness room, Yoga pavilion, an excellent children’s club and a luxurious air-conditioned screening room showing movies daily.
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Blue Waters & The Cove Suites 91 rooms, suites and 3 villas 15 minutes from Antigua Airport Prices from £2150pp in low season £2620pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A stylish resort set amidst colourful gardens leading down to two secluded white sand beaches. The public areas are a pleasing blend of classic colonial and contemporary styling with a simple and elegant white décor and architectural features that make the most of their proximity to the Caribbean Sea. The air-conditioned rooms and suites are well appointed with cable TVs, tea/coffee making facilities,
minibars and private patios or balconies. Perched on a breeze-cooled bluff with ocean panoramas, The Cove presents an exclusive collection of luxuriously furnished suites and penthouses housed within four villas, each fronted by its own infinity pool. For the ultimate indulgence, consider cliff-top Rock Cottage or the stylish oceanfront villas at Pelican House or Turtle Cottage. Dining options include the Palm Restaurant, Bartleys and The Cove where Caribbean flavours are served with a French twist. Leisure pursuits include complimentary non-motorised watersports, tennis, three freshwater pools, an ocean view spa and a Kids Club & crèche. Above: Deluxe Beachfront Room Below: Cove Suite Balcony
Above: Terrace Suite Right: CeeBee Kids Camp
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Curtain Bluff 72 rooms and suites 35 minutes from Antigua Airport Prices from £3295pp in low season £5635pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Following a multi-million dollar renovation, Curtain Bluff will reopen its doors in late October 2017 to reveal a brand new, contemporary design. Perched along a peninsula and flanked by two sandy beaches,
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the hotel enjoys a truly panoramic location on Antigua’s south coast, complemented by a reputation for personal service from friendly staff who have been welcoming guests for over fifty years. Newly-appointed Junior Suites line the bluff, whilst the Hulford Collection suites rank amongst the island’s finest accommodations; many with guaranteed sea views from the terraces or balconies. Pre-dinner canapés in the Sugar Mill Bar are a prelude to the gourmet dinner, with over four hundred carefully
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selected wine varieties. Or, guests can dine informally at the Italian-influenced beachfront restaurant lit by flickering tiki torches. Watersports, including scuba diving for certified divers, are complimentary, as are Pilates, yoga, squash and tennis. Children will enjoy creative activities at the revamped CeeBee Kids Camp, whilst adults may prefer to retreat for an indulgent spa session.
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Right: Gauguin Cottage Below right: Beach and Deck
Right: Junior Suite Below right: Swimming Pool
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The Inn at English Harbour
Galley Bay Resort & Spa
28 rooms and suites 30 minutes from Antigua Airport
98 rooms and suites 25 minutes from Antigua Airport
Prices from £2315pp in low season £3150pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Prices from £2965pp in low season £3685pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Set in nineteen coastal acres of Antigua’s National Park, this Caribbean hideaway overlooks the yacht-dotted English Harbour. Magnificent vistas consume the colonial-style Stone Bar and the gourmet Terrace Restaurant, which serves an inspired menu of local and international fare complemented by an extensive wine
list. Down by the beach on Freeman’s Bay, The Reef restaurant is open for breakfast and casual dining throughout the day. Four Beach Cabanas enjoy a sought-after location just steps from the water’s edge and in the luxuriant gardens, airy Junior Suites boast comfortable living areas. The beach, infinity-edge swimming pool and spa promise relaxation, whilst action seekers will enjoy the floodlit tennis courts, kayaking and laser sailing. A complimentary daytime water taxi is on hand to ferry guests across to historic Nelson’s Dockyard.
An idyllic, adult-only resort, naturally blessed with a crescent-shaped beach and saltwater lagoon. Steps from the ocean’s edge are the Beachfront rooms and suites, whilst the renovated Gauguin Suites with private splash pools are tucked away in tropical gardens. Cool white tile flooring, with stone accents, lends a sophisticated
Left: Hillside Pool Suite Below left: Beachfront Suite
Caribbean touch. Alfresco dining options encompass Euro-Caribbean menus in the Sea Grape and Gauguin restaurants, sweet treats at the new café and a fine dining menu at Ismay’s (supplement applies). A spacious sundeck edges out over the sands, and the verdant gardens house an enticing freeform swimming pool. Complimentary recreations include snorkelling, sunfish sailing, kayaking, recently expanded fitness room, rum shack, bicycle rental and treatments at Spa Indulge. Although delightfully secluded, the shops and nightlife of St John’s are just four miles away.
Left: Guest Room Below left: Swimming Pool
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Hodges Bay Resort & Spa by Elegant Hotels
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Hermitage Bay 30 suites 35 minutes from Antigua Airport Prices from £4275pp in low season £5740pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A secluded and intimate hideaway, flanked by unspoilt sands, an enchanting lagoon and lush tropical gardens. Dotting the hillside and beach, detached suites adopt a minimalist style, featuring crisp linens, contemporary bathrooms, garden showers and wrap-around verandas. The Hillside
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Pool Suites offer some of the best views in Antigua from their freestanding baths and private plunge pools, whilst the Beachfront and Garden Suites are just steps from the water’s edge. In the restaurant, modern European cuisine is fused with Caribbean favourites and American classics - the chef placing great emphasis on fresh produce from the organic garden and organising regular cookery demonstrations. Kick back by the pool or beachside bar, enjoy a spa treatment or take advantage of the fitness suite and non-motorised watersports including hobie cat sailing, paddle boards and kayaking. Yoga and Pilates are offered on a complimentary basis.
79 rooms, villas and penthouses 10 minutes from Antigua Airport Prices from £3515pp in low season £5245pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Antigua’s most talked about newcomer, Hodges Bay Resort & Spa is a stellar new luxury property by Elegant Hotels located on the island’s north coast and set to open its doors in autumn 2017. Deluxe accommodation ranges from impeccably designed suites to state-of-
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the-art penthouses and sumptuous villas boasting concierge and butler service, designer kitchens and expansive terraces for entertaining offering captivating ocean views. Naturally, villa guests can enjoy the use of all the excellent resort and beach facilities. Four on-site restaurants are complemented by a coffee shop, and poolside grill with evening tapas selections at the rooftop lounge. Recreations encompass watersports including hydrobikes and glass-bottomed kayaks, two swimming pools, spa, fitness classes and superbly equipped clubs for younger guests and teenagers. At night, gather round the fire pit for conviviality and conversation.
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St Lucia
RENOWNED FOR ITS TOWERING TWIN PEAKS AND VIBRANT ANNUAL JAZZ FESTIVAL, ST LUCIA EPITOMISES THE ESSENCE OF THE CARIBBEAN’S EASY GOING, UNDERSTATED LIFESTYLE.
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St Lucia When To Go
With its tropical climate and temperatures averaging 24°C, St Lucia is a year round destination, though the best months to visit are generally from mid December to May, when the island is drier and less humid. During June to November, the humidity level increases and intense tropical showers or occasional storms may be experienced. A popular island with families, the school holiday periods can be busy, early booking is essential.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time London to St Lucia: 8 hours 50 minutes
Rhythm and Rum
The rhythm of life here revolves around the rhythm of music. Friday night Jump Ups at the fishing village of Gros Islet are a celebration of bars, barbecues and beats, while jazz buffs flock to Pigeon Island in May for the annual St Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival. For a fun way to spend a day, join the Rhythm & Rum tour which takes in a tasting visit to the island’s main rum distillery and ends with a costumed carnival extravaganza complete with your own steel band music.
Tropical Adventures
Get ready for the adrenalin rush! St Lucia is teeming with adventure, from ziplining through the Morne Coubaril cocoa and coffee plantation to taking a tram ride through the rainforest canopy in Babonneau. Drive into the volcano at Sulphur Springs in Soufrière, or put on a Sea Trek Helmet to discover a vividly coloured underwater world – no masks or mouthpieces required. There are numerous biking trails, or rise above it all on a dramatic helicopter flight. Don’t miss a dip in the natural hot water Pool of Love.
Conquer the Pitons
Blissful backdrop for wedding ceremonies and countless films, the twin Pitons have UNESCO World Heritage status. Gros Piton rises to a breathtaking 2619 feet; the views over Petit Piton, Soufrière and Vieux Fort simply out of this world. Travel by private car from your hotel in the south of the island to Fond Gens Libre, a remote settlement dating back to the 1700s, where you will join your guide. Depending on level of fitness, the hike takes between ninety minutes to three hours each way.
Animal Flower Cave
Speightstown Cobblers Cove Saint Peter’s Bay The Lone Star The Fairmont Royal Pavilion Colony Club Coral Reef Club The Sandpiper Holetown Sandy Lane
Blue Waters
Hodges Bay
Stingray City
Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
Bathsheba Harrisons Cave
Andromeda Botanical Gardens
Fisherpond Plantation House
Hermitage Bay
Jolly Harbour
Shakerley Mountains
Fryes Bay
Betty’s Hope Plantation
Sunbury Plantation House Barbados Golf Club
Bridgetown
Curtain Bluff Carlisle Bay
Capella Marigot Bay
Long Bay
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Nelsons Dockyard
Grand Etang Conco National Park & Forest Underwater Grand Etang Sculpture Park Annadale F
Diamond Falls
Nonsuch Bay Soufrière Sugar Beach
Half Moon Bay The Inn
Gouyave
Anse La Raye
Signal Hill
Darkwood Beach
The House
Gros Islet
Castries
St John’s
Galley Bay
Golf Course
East Winds
Jumby Bay
St Nicholas Abbey
Barbados Museum Garrison Savannah Race Course
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Sulphur Springs
Pitons Rabot Estate
English Harbour
St Georges Silversands Spice Island Beach Resort Grand Anse Beach
Shirley Heights
Oistins
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Luxury Beachfront Bungalow Deck, Luxury Villa, Manatee Sailing Boat, Ocean View Grand Luxury Villa Terrace with Pool
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Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort 96 rooms, villas, bungalows and a collection of residences 45 minutes from St Lucia Airport Prices from £2370pp in low season £4075pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the twin Piton mountains and the Val des Pitons form a breathtaking setting for Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort. White walls contrast with dark wood floors, a private
plunge pool glitters on the terrace and in the butler-serviced villas a claw foot bath promises deep-soak relaxation. Just steps from the water’s edge lies a small collection of stylish beachfront bungalows, with larger residences available around the bay. Guests can satisfy their gourmet cravings in the charming Great Room, the Palm Court Lounge for afternoon tea or at Bayside on the beach. After dinner, in the Cane Bar the resident rummelier will pour your preference from an impressive specialist
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rum list. Tucked away in the rainforest, the spa has unique treehouse-style treatment rooms for high level pampering. Non-motorised watersports such as snorkelling, kayaking and windsurfing are complimentary; diving is available on site or for the simplest of pleasures, take a nature walk under the rainforest canopy. The Spice Club for teens and tweens has its own sailing club whilst the Sugar Club is available for younger guests.
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155 rooms and suites 1 hour 30 minutes from St Lucia Airport Helicopter transfers are available on request
30 rooms 1 hour 20 minutes from St Lucia Airport Helicopter transfers are available on request
BodyHoliday Prices from £3820pp in low season £4930pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
If relaxing, rejuvenating and recharging are your holiday priorities, this is the perfect Caribbean prescription. Perched directly on stunning Cariblue beach, this health and wellbeing resort comprises a range of colonial-style rooms and suites, some with large balconies, and an impressive Penthouse with magnificent views. Dining options encompass fine dining at TAO, international cuisine at Cariblue and
Right: Deluxe Garden Cottage Bedroom Below right: Swimming Pool
East Winds informal dining at the Pavilion or The Clubhouse. However, the resort’s true focus is the health and wellness centre, where a daily spa treatment for adults is included. Beauty therapies and massages are supplemented by complimentary holistic activities such as yoga, Pilates and meditation to complete an overall sense of wellbeing.
Prices from £3080pp in low season £4480pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Set amidst twelve acres of flower-filled gardens, leading down to its own sandy beach on La Brelotte Bay, this charming boutique hotel is stylishly furnished throughout. The private owners continue to add their unique touches whilst the hallmarks of friendly, personal service and fine dining remain. Indeed, the cuisine is of particular note, the award-winning chef preparing lobster grills
Complimentary water and land sports include shore dives for certified divers, water-skiing, sailing, windsurfing, tennis, cycling tours and the Golf Academy; feature months focus on specific activities such as yoga or dance. Children over 12 are welcome during Christmas, Easter and the summer months; at other times the minimum age is 16.
and international favourites alongside a healthy option, all served in the open-air Flamboyant Restaurant. Recently refreshed and renewed accommodation feature iPod docking stations and air-conditioning, whilst the Deluxe and Ocean View rooms also feature outdoor terraces and new appointed bathrooms. Complimentary yoga and Pilates classes are offered in the breeze-cooled Yoga Pavilion with pampering treatments available at the Spa Pavilion. Relax by the pool or sail around the picturesque bay in a hobie cat or kayak.
Above: Luxury Ocean View Room Below: Swimming Pool Left: Swimming Pool Below left: Villa Suite Lounge & Balcony
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Cap Maison 49 rooms and villa suites 1 hour 30 minutes from St Lucia Airport Helicopter transfers available on request Prices from £2580pp in low season £2800pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
This elegant boutique hotel and spa is located in the exclusive Cap Estate enclave above a secluded beach, with breathtaking sea views all around. Family-run, with a high level of personalised service, it is
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reminiscent of an elegant Spanish villa with landscaped patios and colourful courtyards. Rooms are furnished with designer touches and contemporary technology, some with private pools and Jacuzzis. A food lovers’ paradise, the panoramic Cliff at Cap serves sophisticated French Caribbean cuisine while beachfront restaurant The Naked Fisherman serves fresh seafood, grills and salads. Sample fine wines from the walk-in wine cellar and explore the region’s rums with the resident “rummier”. Watersports are available by the two main pools or in the gym. Or, for relaxation, unwind on the hotel’s private luxury boat or in Spa Maison.
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The Landings Resort & Spa by Elegant Hotels 85 villa suites 1 hour 20 minutes from St Lucia Airport Helicopter transfers available on request Prices from £2820pp in low season £3430pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
From the impressive lobby with its soaring atrium to the welcoming ambience of the villa suites, this resort exudes Caribbean chic. Furnished in West Indian or contemporary style, the one-to-three bedroom suites feature a large living space, en suite bathroom and a well equipped kitchen. Some boast plunge pools set on the balcony, others provide direct access
onto the beach – all benefit from entrancing marina or ocean views. Dine on fusion seafood at The Palms, or more casually with a refreshing cocktail at the Beach Club. Relax on the soft sands of one of the island’s best beaches or optimise your sense of wellness in The Spa, where exotic salt scrubs and volcanic wraps await. The shops and restaurants of Rodney Bay are close by, with Pigeon Island National Park just next door, championship golf within easy reach and Zipwire or Segway Experiences available locally. Children will enjoy adventures, sports and competitions at the Kids Club. Above: Beachfront Villa Master Bedroom Below: Beachfront Villa Terrace with Plunge Pool
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Marigot Bay Resort & Marina by Capella 124 rooms and suites 60 minutes from St Lucia Airport Prices from £1935pp in low season £2510pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Described by well-travelled author James Michener as ‘the most beautiful in the Caribbean’, Marigot Bay is the setting for this chicest-of-chic properties, transformed by luxury specialists Capella Hotels into one of St Lucia’s most upscale destinations.
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Top: Resort View Above: Lobby Lounge
Deluxe rooms with extensive resort or bay views are complemented by exquisite one-to-three bedroom suites – most with private hot tubs. Each suite has a superbly equipped designer kitchen, spacious balcony and terrace overlooking the bay, together with sophisticated entertainment via a Bose® home cinema system. Dine in impeccable style at the resort’s signature restaurant, The Grill at 14º61º, with open chef’s kitchen or visit The Hurricane Hole
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for more casual fare. Rum connoisseurs will appreciate the curated collection of speciality rums and aged blends at the Rum Cave. A tri-level series of swimming pools offer areas for quiet relaxation with a swim-up pool bar and poolside service throughout the day, or indulge in a massage at the Auriga spa where the signature treatments are based on the phases of the moon.
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Turks & Caicos When To Go
The Turks & Caicos islands enjoy a warm, subtropical climate that varies little year round – the most refreshing time to visit is from November to May, with average temperatures of 26°C, though evenings may feel fresher due to the cooling trade winds. The summer months are hotter and humid, with the possibility of tropical showers.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time London to Providenciales: 10 hours 55 minutes, with a 1 hour stopover in Antigua
Island Fish Fry
Unspoilt Cays
Picture the scene in Provo on a Thursday night, as the sun goes down and the aroma of freshly fired fish fills the air. In the Bight Park, just a stone’s throw from glorious Grace Beach, over a dozen local food vendors come together to set up their tents and serve up succulent crab ‘n’ rice, lobster mac ‘n’ cheese and a dizzying array of local fish straight from the grill. As the party gets underway, the Junkanoo Band starts to play and the dancing begins.
North Caicos
ST KITTS Oil Nut Bay
GRAND BAHAMA
Mount Liamuiga Olivee’s Mountain
Rosewood Little Dix Bay VIRGIN GORDA
With only eight of the archipelago’s forty ruggedly beautiful islands inhabited, this unspoilt paradise boasts a wealth of untouched natural beauty. Explore the remarkably clear waters, spotting dolphins and whales, diving down to shipwrecks and marvelling at the colourful fish on the reefs, or simply languish on a stretch of deserted beach. Kayaking through the tranquil mangrove channels is also popular, or take a full day charter, with lunch included, to visit some of the more remote and uninhabited islands like French Cay and West Caicos.
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National symbol of the Turks & Caicos, the conch shell has long been considered a symbol of good luck by sailors. Visit Caicos Conch Farm, the only such farm in the world, to see how the Caribbean Queen conch is raised from veliger to adult, and how the prized pink pearls are formed. On a Snorkel and Conch Cruise you can collect beautiful specimens as you snorkel the reefs, stopping at Half Moon Bay to sample a delicious conch salad – perfect with an ice-cold beer or rum punch.
CAICOS ISLANDS Middle Caicos
Providenciales
TURKS ISLANDS
South Caicos
Coral Sands, Harbour Island Bahama House
Conch and Cruises
Grand Turk
ELEUTHERA Salt Cay
Dolphin Quest Royal Naval Dockyard
CAT ISLAND Park Hyatt St. Kitts
Paradise Beach Four Seasons Resort Pinneys Beach Charlestown
Horatio Nelson Museum
COMO Parrot Cay
Nisbet Plantation Beach Club NEVIS
Hamilto H
Somerset
GREAT EXUMA
Nevis Peak
Conch Farm
Amanyara
Warwi Horseshoe Fairmont Southam
Gansevoort Grace Bay Club Downtown Golf Course
Botanical Gardens
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Grace Bay Club 84 suites, residences and 5 villas 15 minutes from Providenciales Airport Prices from £3330pp in low season £4790pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
A tropical haven bordering the pristine white sands of Grace Bay beach. Contemporary design characterises the spacious guest accommodations, whether in the adultsonly Hotel, the family-friendly Villas Suites or the ultra-luxurious Estates. Each suite is stylishly appointed with a sea view from the terrace or patio, many feature a fully equipped kitchen and all receive the services of a personal concierge. The Private Villa
Collection also offers the resort’s amenities in the comfort of a beachfront home. Dining options include gourmet fare at Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar, Caribbean-inspired tapas at the Lounge, comfort cuisine at Krave or a relaxed bistro menu at The Grill. An annually reinvented pop-up beach restaurant captures the latest trends, whilst the Infiniti Bar is the hottest venue for fabulous sunset cocktails.
Above: Hotel Junior Suite Below: Grace Bay Club Adult Pool
Active pursuits include complimentary nonmotorised watersports, tennis, bicycles, fitness centre, three freshwater pools, oceanfront outdoor Jacuzzis and the Anani Spa. The complimentary onsite Kids Town ensures that younger guests are entertained too.
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Love Pumpkin Terrace and Pool, Beach House Bedroom, Tiki Hut Lunch
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COMO Parrot Cay 66 rooms, suites and a selection of villas 40 minutes by boat from Providenciales Prices from £2640pp in low season £4100pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and road/boat transfers. Room upgrades available.
Situated on a private island, COMO Parrot Cay is an escapist’s paradise with an emphasis on rejuvenation. Nature pervades in its beautifully colourful grounds, with organic gardens and a mile long beach of
soft, powdery sand. Light and spacious, the rooms and suites are peaceful retreats, the décor delightfully understated with contemporary teakwood furnishings, flowing muslin drapes and indulgent amenities. Beach Houses and villas with private sundecks and heated plunge pool or swimming pool lie just steps from the magnificent beach. Further along Rocky Point is a collection of privately owned villas offering ultimate seclusion. Overlooking the island’s wetlands is the award-winning
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COMO Shambhala Retreat, a byword for holistic well-being achieved through yoga, Pilates and Asian-inspired treatments including Ayurveda. Dining is an exceptional experience, with casual Caribbean and Asian cuisine presented poolside at Lotus and an Italianinspired Mediterranean menu served in the Terrace Restaurant. Enjoy watersports, tennis and gymnasium workouts or simply relax by the infinity-edge pool.
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Amanyara
38 pavilions and 20 residences 25 minutes from Providenciales Airport Prices from £5665pp in low season £7330pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis (high season) or full board basis (low season) and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
This upscale addition to our Caribbean portfolio lies in a pristine beachfront location, its architecturally adventurous lines graced by towering columns of creamy stone and cathedral like spaces. Through reception lies a mesmerising reflection pond surrounded by mahogany trees and flanked by a library, restaurant, gallery and circular bar. The pavilions which form the accommodation feature a bedroom
and bathroom separated by a decorative wooden screen and glass walls on three sides which open onto outdoor lounging terraces. In the larger fully serviced villas, perfectly thought out for families, a private infinity pool provides cool respite. Casual fare is on hand at the Beach Club; the Restaurant specialises in first class Asian and Mediterranean cuisine served alfresco or in the air-conditioned interior.
Above: Bar Terrace Below: Villa Bedroom
Indulge at the spa, which also boasts a Pilates studio and yoga specialist, or relax by the dramatic volcanic rock pool, with further recreations including a fitness centre, screening room, tennis and exceptional diving and snorkelling in the crystal clear waters.
Above: Infinity Pool Right: Pool View Studio
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Gansevoort 91 rooms and suites 15 minutes from Providenciales Airport Prices from £2745pp in low season £4030pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A sleek boutique hotel with a sensual island vibe, this is where Caribbean cool meets urban chic. Located on the beachfront
at Grace Bay, interiors are completely contemporary in style with clean lines, a cool white palette and shots of vibrant colour; generously apportioned studios and suites boast sea views, iPod docks and kitchenettes, a useful feature for families. Savour Mediterranean and island cuisine just steps from the beach or sip a sunset cocktail before feasting on fresh seafood in the relaxed surroundings of Stelle, where dining choices include indoors, alfresco
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under the palms, or for a special occasion, on your own floating island in the pool. Local restaurants and the Thursday Fish Fry are an easy stroll away. Enjoy complimentary hobie cat sailing, kayaking, snorkelling or paddle boarding in the turquoise waters of the bay. The Exhale spa promotes wellbeing with its unique therapies and yoga classes or simply unwind by the pool or on the pristine beach.
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Grenada When To Go
Grenada is a year-round holiday destination with temperatures averaging 24°C-30°C. The winter months between January to April are the most popular months to visit, characterised by warm, generally dry days. Whilst the summer months between June and November tend to be hotter and more humid, with regular showers and the possibility of tropical storms.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time London to Grenada: 9 hours 45 minutes with a 1 hour stopover en route
Underwater Sculpture Park
A circle of life-sized figures holding hands; a worker at his desk; petroglyphs based on Amerindian art…the underwater sculpture park in the Molinere Beauséjour Marine Protected Area is an unforgettable sight, and ever changing due to the action of the ocean waves. Divers are also drawn to Grenada by the Bianca C – ‘Titanic of the Caribbean’ – one of the world’s top ten wreck sites. The 180 metre-long ship, which sank in 1961, lies close to an expansive reef system populated by nurse sharks, eagle rays, moray eels and barracuda.
Blue Waters
BodyHoliday Cap Maison The Landings
Hodges Bay
rrisons Cave
Andromeda Botanical Gardens
Fisherpond Plantation House
Hermitage Bay
St John’s
Jolly Harbour
Shakerley Mountains
Fryes Bay
Betty’s Hope Plantation
Curtain Bluff Carlisle Bay
Long Bay
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Nelsons Dockyard
Mount St Catherine
Capella Marigot Bay
YOUNG ISLAND BEQUIA
Gouyave
Grand Etang Concord Falls National Park & Forest Underwater Grand Etang Lake Sculpture Park Annadale Falls
Diamond Falls
Soufrière
English Harbour
Belmont Estate River Antoine Rum Distillery
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Nonsuch Bay
Half Moon Bay The Inn
In the mist-shrouded rainforest of Grenada – home to the island’s national bird, the Grenada Dove – you may come across the rare Mona monkeys, mongooses and ninebanded armadillos. Grand Etang National Park is hikers’ heaven, including the demanding climb up to Mount Qua Qua in the company of a guide, and to Lake Grand Etang which fills the crater of an extinct volcano. There are waterfalls galore, where swimming is a delight, or take the Grenada High Wire Challenge; an obstacle course adventure set high in the trees.
Gros Islet
Grenville
Mount Granby
Signal Hill
Darkwood Beach
Sunbury Plantation House Barbados Golf Club
Explore the Rainforest
Sauteurs Bay
Golf Course
Castries
Stingray City
Bathsheba
With an abundance of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg, Grenada truly is the Spice Island. Carrier-arranged tours will take you to cultivation spots such the De La Grenade Nutmeg Garden and the Gouyave Nutmeg Processing Station, from where you can take home a spice-filled jute bag stencilled with the wording of your choice. Treat your taste buds on a journey of chocolate discovery, the Belmont Estate combining cocoa with a goat dairy and craft cooperative, and finish off with a taste of spicy rum punch at one of the local distilleries.
East Winds
Jumby Bay Galley Bay
Spice it Up
Sugar Beach
Sulphur Springs
Pitons Rabot Estate
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Seven Sisters Falls South East Mountain
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Right: Seagrape Beach Suite Patio Below right: Resort View
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Spice Island Beach Resort 64 suites 10 minutes from Grenada Airport Prices from £3080pp in low season £4210pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
This award-winning family-run resort sets the bar for luxury accommodation on Grenada. Playing on the spice theme, the ultra-stylish suites reflect the exotic flavour of the resort and are dotted throughout the fragrant gardens or seductively positioned right on the edge of magnificent Grand Anse
Left: Ocean Room Below left: Bedroom
Above: Swimming Pool Right: Junior Suite
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Silversands Grenada
Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa 30 suites and 5 villas 10 minutes from Grenada Airport Prices from £2255pp in low season £3385pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A beguiling beachside sanctuary whose raison d’être is personal service and whose setting amidst the extensive flower-filled lawns is totally conducive to relaxation.
Beach. The Pool Suites take island living to new heights with generous indoor areas and private pools, whilst the beachfront Cinnamon and Saffron Suites are unmatched in elegance. Janissa’s Spa offers total relaxation with an outdoor whirlpool bath and therapies using restorative local herbs and spices. Leisure amenities include a freeform pool, floodlit tennis, dive centre and watersports, with complimentary green fees offered at the Golf Club. Savour Creole and international cuisine at Oliver’s whilst the Nutmeg Pod kids club keeps children content.
44 suites and 9 villas 10 minutes from Grenada Airport
Thirty spacious suites – some with their own private pools – form a horseshoe shape leading down to a natural sandy cove. Choose from Junior Suites with spacious sitting areas to Suites with a lounge and separate bedroom; all feature air-conditioned bedrooms, minibars and tea/coffee making facilities. Five private villas are located close by. Home-cooked breakfasts are served on your patio, balcony or the beach with light tapas-style lunches available in the Bash Restaurant by Mark B.
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In the evening, at Rhodes Restaurant, Gary Rhodes’ experience combines with fresh local produce to create tantalising dishes served by candlelight.
Prices from £3500pp in low season £4250pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Guests may relax around the pool, work out in the fitness room, enjoy sunfish sailing, kayaking and snorkelling or challenge fellow guests to snooker and tennis. Spa treatments, using natural products, are available in The Spa at Calabash and the yoga pavilion.
With a sense of calmness seemingly built into its very fabric, Silversands represents the first major new resort project on world famous Grand Anse Beach in over twenty five years. A boutique ambience pervades designer rooms, suites and villas, the latter the epitome of understated luxury with
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their choice of seaside or hillside settings. Outdoor pools, decks and alfresco dining salas are a feature of the Seaside villas, while their Hillside counterparts boast glorious hanging gardens. The excellent restaurant offers upscale all-day dining, or eat in casual chic style at the beach club and seaside lounge. Indulge in all manner of revitalising treatments and rituals in the spa; the spectacular 100 metre infinity pool is the longest in the entire Caribbean. Small wonder the resort’s March 2018 opening has been so eagerly awaited.
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The Grenadines When To Go
The Grenadines are a year round holiday destination with temperatures averaging 24°C-30°C. The winter months between January to April are the most popular months to visit, characterised by warm, generally dry days. Whilst the summer months between June and November tend to be hotter and more humid, with regular showers and the possibility of tropical storms.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time : Flying Time 8 hours 50 minutes to Barbados or St Lucia with an onward flight of 30 to 60 minutes
Wildlife Watching
From über-glamorous Mustique to escapist Petit St Vincent, the Grenadines radiate tranquillity, yet there’s excitement to be found in the shape of the giant humpback whales, sperm whales and pilot whales that swim these waters, mainly from December to April. There are several varieties of dolphin too, with an unforgettable opportunity to see turtles in the wild in the Tobago Cays Marine Park or Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary on Bequia. Night snorkelling brings a show of a different kind, as octopus, eel and ray come out to play.
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Sailing is a way of life for Grenadians and Vicentians, the easiest way to get around these jewel-like islands, whether by luxury yacht, classic sloop, catamaran or speedboat. Captain a chartered yacht yourself, or opt for crewed chartering which also includes provisions for the trip. With so many islands to choose from you can visit a different one every day, perhaps dropping anchor in a beautiful spot like Tobago Cays to enjoy a little snorkelling on the side. Deep sea fishing and scuba diving add to the adventure.
Sauteurs Bay
Golf Course
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Gros Islet
Castries
Stingray City
Betty’s Hope Plantation
Long Bay
Capella Marigot Bay
Mount St Catherine
Shirley Heights
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Gouyave
Diamond Falls
Soufrière
English Harbour
YOUNG ISLAND
Sugar Beach
Du Rive
Bequia Beach Hotel
Martha Brae
Montego Bay River Rafting Negril Sandy Haven Resort The Caves
The Cotton House
Nonsuch Bay
Half Moon Bay
Belmont Estate River Antoine Rum Distillery
Anse La Raye Mount Granby
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The Grenadines is a melting pot of cultures, including descendants of African slaves and English colonists, and while the official language is English you’ll also hear a French patois. As you delve into this fascinating heritage you will come across the fishermen of Barrouallie, the indigenous Carib people of Sandy and Owia and the boat builders of Bequia – the welcome invariably rum-laced and warm in the multitude of small villages that dot the islands. Festivals are a great time to get acquainted – try the Mustique Blues Festival or Bequia’s Easter Regatta.
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Jumby Bay
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Meet the Locals
Sulphur Springs
Pitons Rabot Estate
Grand Etang Concord Falls National Park & Forest Underwater Grand Etang Lake Sculpture Park Annadale Falls
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Seven Sisters Falls
Pink Sands Club
South East Mountain MAYREAU
St Georges Silversands Spice Island Beach Resort Grand Anse Beach
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Appleton Estate &Distillery
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Pink Sands Club 32 suites and villas 35 minute flight from Barbados followed by a 10 minute road transfer Prices from £6605pp in low season £9755pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
The long-awaited Pink Sands Club is a superlative island resort with breathtaking surroundings, classic architecture and superb leisure and dining facilities. The twenty six suites and six villas are designed with cool marble, cream fabrics, dark woods and splashes of signature pink but it is the cutting edge technology that steals the limelight – the floor-to-ceiling mirror and inbuilt TV moves aside to reveal views of the
mesmerising turquoise sea. There are five dining options including Romeo, offering authentic cuisine and family style platters with ingredients from the hotel’s hydroponic farm, or sip a cocktail at Turtles Bar just steps from the beach. The adjacent Canouan Estate offers fourteen luxuriously unique standalone villas, with joint access to the Pink Sands Club.
Above: Beachfront Suite Below: Swimming Pool
Explore the Tobago Cays by boat or stay on-site for an ESPA treatment in one of the hotel’s eleven palapas. An infinity pool, Jim Fazio-designed 18-hole golf course, non-motorised watersports and impressive Pirates children’s and teens’ club complete the picture.
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The Cotton House 16 rooms, suites and 1 villa 30 minute flight from St Lucia followed by a 2 minute road transfer Prices from £3385pp in low season £4350pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
Set in thirteen acres of tropical gardens, the colonial style Cotton House is the oldest building on Mustique. Converted
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Sea View Room, Beach Café, The Great Room
by Oliver Messel in 1968, the boutique hotel is the island’s social hub; the relaxed ambience being conducive to lively social gatherings where guests may mingle with villa owners over cocktails and canapés in the atmospheric Great Room. Dotted throughout the gardens, the villa-style rooms and suites are furnished in plantation style, some boasting exceptional sea views, others with private plunge pools; all are airconditioned, with minibar, flat-screen TV and a private terrace or balcony. The Cotton
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Hill Residence is an exclusive hideaway, with two en suite bedrooms, a large private pool, panoramic hilltop views and its own butler and dedicated staff. Nine deserted beaches invite exploration; horse riding, tennis, scuba diving and day sails are readily available and the spa is on hand for serious pampering. Savour fresh fish at the Beach Café and sundowner drinks at the Beach Bar, followed by dinner at the Veranda Restaurant.
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Petit St Vincent 22 cottages 45 minute flight from Barbados to Union Island, followed by a 20 minute boat transfer Prices from £4235pp in low season £6010pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a full board basis and boat transfers. Room upgrades available.
This private island hideaway and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers a rare opportunity for a handful of privileged guests to unwind and tune in to the soothing rhythms of the sea. Just a short boat ride from Union Island, Petit St Vincent is ringed by almost two miles of white sand, palms and tree-lined slopes that hide a collection of spacious cottages and beach villas, each
featuring a sitting room and air-conditioned bedroom (blissfully free from external intervention in the form of telephones and TVs) and outdoor sun deck with teak sun loungers and hammock. Dine on fresh local ingredients at the Main Restaurant or enjoy a toes-in-the-sand informal dining experience at the relaxed Beach Bar and Restaurant.
Above: Beach Bar Below: Two Bedroom Beach Cottage
Providing an atmosphere of serenity and indulgence, the Petit St Vincent Spa lies nestled in the treetops overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Guests may participate in watersports, take the hiking trail, play tennis or charter a boat to the Tobago Cays.
Above: Swimming Pool Right: Ocean Suite
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Bequia Beach Hotel 57 rooms, suites and villas 40 minute flight from Barbados followed by a 10 minute road transfer Prices from £1990pp in low season £2490pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
Situated on Friendship Beach, this Oliver Messel-inspired boutique hotel combines stylish interiors with colonial chic in a tropical garden setting. Uplifting colours
give rooms a bright and airy ambience, the two bedroom villas feature their own plunge pool, whilst the Beachfront Suites boast large en suite bathrooms, indoor lounge area and covered terrace with breathtaking views across to Mustique. Kick off your shoes in the beach bar and enjoy daytime light bites and pre-dinner drinks to the sounds of live music before dining at Bagatelle on the beach, serving exquisite food with a Caribbean twist or the seasonal Blue Tropic
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Restaurant and Bar. A tranquil spa overlooks the beach; the watersports centre offering windsurfing, paddle boarding, snorkelling and kayaking is located just a short stroll across the sand. There’s a supervised activity programme for children, whilst the hotel has its own luxury yacht which can be chartered for a truly unique experience; diving, sailing and hiking may all be arranged locally.
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The Grenadines & Barbados
Suggested Itinerary Days 1 -5 Fly to Barbados, on arrival connect with a 45 minute shared charter flight to Union Island followed by a boat transfer to the private palm-fringed island of Petit St Vincent for a 5 night stay (FB)
10 nights from £5450 per person, based on 2 sharing
The Grenadines
Radiating a calm and tranquil beauty, the islands of the Grenadines are the ultimate hideaway retreat. Encircled by a glorious reef, the unspoilt tropical green hills and ravishing beaches invite gentle relaxation. Each of the thirty two islands with only nine inhabited holds its own charming personality, meaning there’s something special to offer every guest. On impossibly glamorous Mustique there’s a friendly and informal vibe, where guests may rub shoulders with the rich and famous over cocktails at The Cotton House; Petit St Vincent offers escapism at its purest, the private palm-fringed island accessible only by boat whilst the charming Island of Bequia is irresistible… oozing traditional Caribbean colours, its pastel hued houses and lush green interior are fringed by quiet sandy beaches. Golf and sailing enthusiasts can enjoy more active pursuits at the luxurious Pink Sands Club on Canouan Island with its flotilla of yachts and a challenging Jim Fazio-designed 18-hole golf course. Charter a catamaran to glide through the cerulean seas, or swim with the turtles in the crystal waters of the Tobago Cays. Everything here is blissfully stress and fuss-free.
Barbados
Brightly-coloured rum shops, carefree calypso rhythms and fragrant Bajan cuisine – sunny Barbados is every bit luxurious with a deliciously eclectic flavour. Revered for its polished resorts, coral sand beaches and silky-sweet rum, this welcoming island in the Caribbean archipelago may be small in size – it only takes an hour to drive from north to south – yet it’s undoubtedly large in character. Experience authentic Bajan cuisine and vibrant nightlife at Oistins Fish Fry Friday, travel south to St. Lawrence Gap, where cocktail bars and international dining experiences line the streets neighbouring Dover Beach; a prime destination for watersports. Those seeking tranquil picnic spots and unspoiled terrain can head to the east coast, where you’ll discover Bottom Bay and its quiet, palm-framed beachfront and coral cliffs. Historic sites and points of interest are nestled amongst the rolling pastures and sugarcane fields further inland; explore the depths of Harrison’s Cave by tram to see the majestic stalactites and stalagmites first-hand. Relax on deck on a catamaran cruise, spot the green monkeys at play in Flower Forest or hire a car and explore this remarkable island.
Price includes economy international flights, internal flights, accommodation, meals as specified and transfers. BB - Bed & Breakfast FB - Full Board
St Nicholas Abbey
Speightstown
YOUNG ISLAND BEQUIA
Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
MUSTIQUE
Bathsheba
The Sandpiper
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Harrisons Cave
Holetown
Barbados Museum Garrison Savannah Race Course
Featured Hotels
Sunbury Plantation House Barbados Golf Club
Bridgetown
Petit St Vincent
Andromeda Botanical Gardens
Fisherpond Plantation House
TOBAGO CAYS
UNION ISLAND CARRIACOU
Day 11 Return to Barbados Airport for the overnight flight to the UK
Animal Flower Cave
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Days 6 - 10 Fly from Union Island to Barbados, on arrival transfer to the intimate Sandpiper for a 5 night stay, considered one of Barbados’ fine west coast hotels (BB)
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Anguilla & St Barths When To Go
Anguilla and St Barths both have a pleasant tropical climate with temperatures averaging 26°C, usually tempered by cooling trade winds. January to April are the most popular months to visit, characterised by warm, generally dry days, whilst the summer months between June and November tend to be more humid, with regular showers and the possibility of tropical storms.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time : 8 hours 45 minutes to Antigua with a 45 minute onward flight. Flights via Paris to St Martin are also available, followed by a boat transfer to Anguilla.
Beaches and Watersports
With startling white sands, and a sea that ripples through the spectrum from emerald to cobalt blue, the wow factor is high. Beaches on St Barths range from gentle Colombier to the wild side of Toiny, whilst the sugar-soft beaches of Anguilla are mostly uncrowded and unspoiled – Rendezvous Beach being perfect for sunset strolls, Shoal Bay for vibrant beach bars. Boat racing is hugely popular, along with kite surfing, deep sea fishing, scuba diving and submarine tours. There are secret coves ideal for picnics and glass-bottomed boats for visiting the teeming reefs.
Sauteurs Bay
YOUNG ISLAND BEQUIA
Bequia Beach Hotel
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Grenville
Concord Falls Seven Sisters Falls
Gastronomy and Nightlife
The islands make a mouthwatering prospect for foodies, St Barths being the epitome of French culinary chic while Anguilla exudes gourmet sophistication, revelling in its reputation as the ‘cuisine capital of the Caribbean’. Enjoy the simple pleasure of eating fresh lobster from a beach shack to the sounds of a live calypso band, or go for high-end dining at legendary eateries such as Bonito in Gustavia for ceviche overlooking the harbour; Le Tamarin Saline with its romantic tropical garden dining, and O’Corail Grand Cul-de-Sac for feasting on fresh fish with your feet in the sand.
Heritage Collection Museum
Belmont Estate River Antoine Rum Distillery
The Cotton House Mount Granby
Few Caribbean escapes can rival the sheer glamour of St Barths and Anguilla; as popular for designer shopping as for their incomparable beaches. There’s a distinctly chic, boutique feel as you browse among designerware from the likes of Stella McCartney, Hermés and Ralph Lauren, while Chopard, Cartier and Bvlgari sparkle among the jewellery elite. The promenade at Gustavia is a shopper’s nirvana, or explore the boutiques by Eden Rock hotel where you can have a Rolex watch customised by Bamford. The August shopping festival is a must-not-miss.
Scilly Cay Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa ANGUILLA
ST VINCENT
Mount St Catherine
Designer Shopping
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South East Mountain MAYREAU
Pink Sands Club
The Valley
Dunns River Falls
Martha Brae
Montego Bay River Rafting Negril Sandy Haven Resort The Caves YS Falls
Jamaica Inn GoldenEye Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios
Appleton Estate &Distillery
Port Antonio Frenchman’s Cove Strawberry Hill
Rio Grande River Rafting Blue Mountains
Kingston
Four Seasons Resort & Residences Barnes Bay
Reach Falls
Meads Bay
Road Town
Blowing Point Ferry Terminal
Anse du Grand Colombier Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France
TOBAGO CAYS
Corossol Gustavia
Petit St Vincent
Peter Island Resort
Le Guanahani Le Sereno Eden Rock
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Right: Swimming Pool Below right: Meads Bay Beach
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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla 181 rooms, suites and villas 15 minutes from Anguilla Airport or 25 minutes from St Martin by boat Prices from £3050pp in low season £4295pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
An über chic enclave straddling the white sand beaches of two of the island’s finest bays, Four Seasons Resort is the epitome of contemporary Anguillan architecture. Sleek and geometric, it boasts ravishing interiors styled by acclaimed designer Kelly
Above: Hotel Entrance Right: Oceanview Premium Room
Wearstler, who has graced the residences with organic driftwood lamps and silver travertine floors. Luxurious amenities abound – ocean view rooms and suites with plunge pools; villas with kitchens, private sundecks and infinity-edge pools. An eclectic array of dining experiences encompasses pan-Asian, continental and Caribbean cuisine; cocktails and tapas are served at the Sunset Lounge after dusk. Wellness and holistic therapies promise rejuvenation at the oceanfront spa, whilst more energetic activities include tennis courts and non-motorised watersports. A supervised kids’ club, family pool and separate teen activities provide adventure for younger guests.
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Malliouhana, an Auberge Resort 44 rooms and suites 15 minutes from Anguilla Airport or 25 minutes from St Martin by boat Prices from £3260pp in low season £4400pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Perched atop a panoramic bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, and stretching down towards the soft pristine white sands of Meads Bay and Turtle Cove, is the setting for
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Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa 65 rooms and suites 15 minutes from Anguilla Airport or 25 minutes from St Martin by boat
this luxurious private retreat. Contemporary, spacious guest rooms offer garden or ocean views feature an expansive terrace with hammock loungers whilst the suites boast private outdoor terraces with sweeping ocean views just steps from the beach. Dining centres around The Restaurant at Malliouhana, where the seasonal menu is inspired by Caribbean and Mediterranean flavours as well as unique themed cuisine presented throughout the year. Combined with guest chefs, all are part of Auberge
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Resort’s renowned Food of Place program. The Sunset Bar hosts an extensive collection of rums, with the resort’s mixologist on hand to craft the perfect sunset cocktail. Recreational facilities include the Auberge Spa, yoga, tennis courts, fitness centre, bicycles and two infinity-edge freshwater pools, one of which is reserved for adults only. Relax on one of three beaches and enjoy a range of complimentary nonmotorised watersports.
Prices from £2850pp in low season £3840pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Since opening in 2016, the resort has garnered a wealth of accolades; not only for the enviable location in Shoal Bay, but everything else from the spacious rooms to the irresistible cuisine. Bordering a thousand feet of sugar-white sand beach,
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Zemi welcomes guests into an enchanting mix of accommodations including Penthouse Suites and Oceanfront Villa Suites boasting Brazilian ipe furniture, petrified wood sinks and exotic decorative touches. Fresh-off-theboat seafood stars on the seasonally-inspired menus at Stone, while 20 Knots brilliantly fuses the flavours of the Caribbean and Latin America. Savour the delights of the Rhum Room, where rare single-estate rums are paired with tasty tapas. Ask the beach concierge to arrange watersports, such as snorkelling and kayaking, or cool off in the infinity pools; kids can get adventurous with Mermaid Experiences in the Zemi Kids Club.
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Right: Flamands Villa Below right: Swimming Pool
Right: Grand Cul-de-Sac Beach Below right: Grand Suite Plage
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Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France
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Le Sereno
40 rooms, suites and villas 5 minutes from St Barths Airport Prices from £3870pp in low season £5460pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
This small and stylish Maison is anchored on Baie des Flamand, one of St Barths’ most beautiful beaches. Nestled within the banana plants and bougainvillea of the tropical gardens or in the estate house overlooking the sea, the rooms, suites and bungalows are light, airy and individually-styled. Four
39 suites and villas 10 minutes from St Barths Airport Prices from £3690pp in low season £4995pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
elegant one bedroom Beach Suites boast infinity pools; the two exceptional Flamands Villas occupy an enviable location right on the white sand beach. Enjoy French cuisine with island flair at signature alfresco La Case de l’Isle or beachfront La Cabane de l’Isle. Snorkel in the crystal waters, lounge by the freshwater pool or visit the Cheval Blanc Spa for a range of Guerlain treatments, created exclusively for the Maison. Active guests can workout at the Technogym-equipped fitness centre or seek tailor-made excursions around the island.
Experience culture and style that captures the true spirit of St Barths in a glorious location blessed with 600 feet of pristine sandy beach on the picturesque Grand Cul-de-Sac. Created by renowned French designer Christian Liaigre, the hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the
World; its beautifully appointed suites and spacious four bedroom villas all offering ultimate privacy and incomparable sea views. Dine in casual elegance at the Mediterranean Brasserie or experience the classic creations of Chef Alex Simone in the signature restaurant. The spa is a genuine oasis of calm, while for activity lovers the shallow waters provide the perfect environment for paddling, kayaking and kite surfing. There are designer boutiques to explore, fishing villages to visit and hidden beach coves to discover – French West Indies’ life at its very best.
Left: Waterlily Diamond Suite Pool Below left: Heavenly House
Left: Hotel Beach Below left: One Bedroom Suite
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34 cottages, suites, beach houses and villas 5 minutes from St Barths Airport
67 rooms and suites 10 minutes from St Barths Airport
Eden Rock Prices from £4050pp in low season £6445pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
This small and stylish Maison is owned by the Matthews family, and managed by Oetker Collection. Beachfront accommodations perfectly complement the individually styled suites on the rock. Some have private pools, while all are expertly decorated in inimitable, chic, colourful
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Le Guanahani Eden Rock style. Two luxurious secluded villas, Nina and Rockstar, showcase the ultimate in cutting edge design. Excellence is evident in the restaurants, where creative menus are overseen by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Panoramic views accompany gourmet classics at On The Rocks, and a relaxed barefoot ambience sets the tone at the Sand Bar. The stylish Eden Being boutique offers a range of designer labels and international art is on display at the Eden Rock Gallery. Complimentary watersports include kayaking and paddle boarding, whilst windsurfing, kite surfing and sailing are available at local charges.
Prices from £3905pp in low season £5225pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
An oasis of relaxation seductively positioned on its own eighteen acre peninsula. Cottages and suites, decorated in a casually elegant Caribbean style with bold splashes of colour, are scattered amongst lush gardens, many with their own private swimming pools and expansive
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outdoor terraces. The resort’s spacious Signature Suites offer personalised services and an array of additional amenities. Relaxed evenings begin in the barefoot elegance of Indigo On The Beach, a perfect spot to watch the multi-hued sunsets, culminating in a fine dining experience at Bartolomeo. Overlooking the Grand Cul-de-Sac beach is Indigo, which regularly serves fresh, grilled lobster for lunch. Leisure pursuits encompass watersports, floodlit tennis, a fitness centre and supervised children’s activities. Or, relax at Le Guanahani’s sophisticated Spa My Blend by Clarins, two pools and two beaches.
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Suggested Itinerary
Anguilla & St Barths
Days 1 - 5 Fly to St Martin. On arrival, transfer by boat and road to Anguilla and on to Malliouhana, an Auberge Resort for a 5 night stay (BB)
10 nights from £4395 per person, based on 2 sharing
Anguilla
A dark stripe of ocean out on the horizon descends down the blue spectrum, through sapphire, cobalt and azure to diamond clear water. Anguilla’s shore exudes a deliciously languid vibe with its startling white sands and exquisite sea. Life is tranquil and unhurried on this enchanting island with its glamorous resorts, beautiful blue bays and lush tropical landscapes. Start the day with a round of golf on the challenging Greg Norman-designed PGA course, discover Anguilla’s colourful coral reefs on a snorkel exploration or wander through the many nature trails… keeping a look out for lizards and sun loving iguanas along the way. Experience the natural splendour of Anguilla’s coastline sailing to Scilly Cay, Prickly Pear Cay or Shoal Bay East where swimming, freshly caught lobster and cool rum punches will delight any visitor. Equally alluring is the prospect of high-end dining in some of the island’s excellent restaurants – ‘the cuisine capital of the Caribbean’ more than justifying its reputation.
St Barths
Impossibly glamorous St Barths is a tiny island with character aplenty fused with French sophistication and the slow tempo of the Mediterranean… it is the place to be and be seen. Frequently populated by jetsetters and guests who desire laid-back luxury, this chic island oozes style and is no stranger to A-listers. Amidst the luxury of St Barths still lie charming fishing villages, pretty towns flooded with character and hidden beaches. Explore by Mini Moke and delve deeper into this flavourful island; the roads winding and steep, with scenic surprises around every bend. Scents of sugar, spices and bougainvillea drift in the air as shoppers explore the galaxy of designer chic boutiques in the harbour town of Gustavia. Exquisite cuisine with a French flair makes a wonderful epicurean experience across the island. Feast on the fresh catch of the day whilst listening to the latest DJ sounds overlooking the beach to refined gourmet flavours on creative menus overseen by internationally-acclaimed chefs.
Days 6 - 10 Fly from Anguilla to St Barths, on arrival transfer to Le Guanahani for a 5 night stay (BB) Day 11 Return to St Barths Airport for the overnight flight to the UK Prices include all economy international flights and internal flights, accommodation, meals as specified and transfers. BB – Bed & Breakfast
Scilly Cay ANGUILLA Heritage Collection Museum
The Valley Malliouhana Meads Bay Barnes Bay Maundays Bay Anse du Grand Colombier Le Guanahani
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BritishVirgin Islands When To Go
With a tropical climate and average temperature of 26°C, the winter months between January and April are the most popular months to visit, and also the ideal months to charter a boat as the waters are calmer and the days drier. Expect increased rainfall and the possibility of tropical storms between July and November.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time : 8 hours 45 minutes to Antigua with a 60 minute onward flight
Natural Beauty
Sailing
Ringed by unpopulated beaches and whitesailed yachts at anchor, the British Virgin Islands are an escapist’s dream. Inland lies a riot of tropical flora and lush landscapes that make for memorable hiking trips and birdwatching expeditions. Whether you take a helicopter trip, or travel by paddle board, you’ll be enchanted by islands such as Anegada; surrounded by glorious reefs and famed for serving the best lobster in the Caribbean. Virgin Gorda boasts coral sand beaches and multi-hued sunsets best seen from a catamaran out on the North Sound.
BVI aficionados agree; the magic of this enchanted archipelago is found on the water. It’s one of the few places in the world where you can charter a luxury yacht and sail to an array of islands, uninhabited cays, famous beach bars and world-class snorkel spots – all in one day. Take a day trip by deluxe catamaran from Peter Island to explore the geological wonders of The Baths on Virgin Gorda; massive granite boulders studded with hidden caves and pools. Sailing lessons are available for beginners, the calm trade winds making this a perfect place to learn.
Underwater Adventures
There’s a certain magic to dropping anchor in a deserted cove before diving into a brightly coloured underwater show. In the BVI, first class diving sites abound, our three resorts in the archipelago each offering memorable underwater experiences. From Peter Island, guests can dive on the Wreck of the Rhone – rated amongst the world’s top ten dive sites. Snorkelling, too, is second to none at prime locations including White Bay Beach, Deadman’s Beach and Honeymoon Beach. Surfing, sailing and glass-bottom boat trips add to the aquatic fun.
Scilly Cay Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa ANGUILLA
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Heritage Collection Museum
Bequia Beach Hotel The Cotton House MUSTIQUE
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Dunns River Falls Martha Brae
Montego Bay River Rafting Negril Sandy Haven Resort The Caves YS Falls
Jamaica Inn GoldenEye Ocho Rios
Appleton Estate &Distillery
Port Antonio Frenchman’s Cove Strawberry Hill
Rio Grande River Rafting Blue Mountains
Kingston
Olivee’s Mountain
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Malliouhana
Dolphin Cove
Reach Falls
Four Seasons Resort & Residences Barnes Bay
Meads Bay
Mount Liamuiga
Oil Nut Bay Rosewood Little Dix Bay BEEF ISLAND
Brimstone Hill Fortress
Basseterre
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Road Town
Blowing Point Ferry Terminal
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Anse du Grand Colombier Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France Corossol Gustavia
Le Guanahani Le Sereno Eden Rock
Peter Island Resort
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Rosewood Little Dix Bay 79 rooms, suites and 5 villas 20 minutes by boat from Beef Island Airport Prices from £3175pp in low season £4720pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
Dotted along a natural crescent-shaped beach and framed by lush verdant hills, this acclaimed resort enjoys an enviable location on Virgin Gorda. Recently refreshed and renewed by a world-leading team of architects and designers, the revamped resort offers exciting new room categories including One Bedroom Pool Suites with terrace and plunge pool, and additional Tree House Suites with elevated views from their wrap-around balconies, all living spaces
decorated in restful island pastel shades. Dining venues, too, have enjoyed a major makeover; the new-look Pavilion and The Sugar Mill are now joined by Bungalow, a delightful spot for alfresco lunches and dinners. For a change of scene, the bars and restaurants of Spanish Town and the North Sound are within easy reach.
Above: Two Bedroom Beach Suite Bedroom Below: Little Dix Bay Beach
Aquatic activities include sunfish sailing, paddle boarding or relaxing by the beachfront or spa pools, with complimentary beach drops provided to secluded beaches or the famous Baths of Virgin Gorda. Scuba diving or day sails can be easily arranged, as can tennis and nature hikes.
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Peter Island Resort & Spa
Top: Deadman’s Bay Beach Above: Beachfront Junior Suite
52 rooms and 3 villas 30 minutes by boat from Beef Island Airport Prices from £2975pp in low season £4335pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and boat transfers. Room upgrades available.
The largest private island in the British Virgin Islands, this is a paradise of tropical vegetation, beautiful beaches and secluded bays. The spacious rooms lie either close to
the pool or along spectacular Deadman’s Bay Beach. In-room features include air conditioning, CD players, minibars, coffeemakers and patios or balconies. Three beautifully furnished private villas are also available for exclusive use, the spectacular Falcon’s Nest boasting six suites, an infinity pool and breath-taking views from its hilltop location. Dining is a leisurely affair, with informal meals at the Beach Bar and Grill, afternoon tea and tapas at Drake’s Channel
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Lounge and dinner at Tradewinds. The Spa at Peter Island embraces a contemporary design with a private pool and beachfront spa suites offering Ayurvedic treatments. Tennis, bicycling and complimentary non-motorised watersports are popular pursuits or stretch out at a yoga class in the Tranquillity Garden. Or, explore the blue waters of the British Virgin Islands aboard the resort’s private sailboat.
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St.Kitts & Nevis When To Go
St. Kitts & Nevis enjoy a warm, year round tropical climate. The best months to visit are generally during the drier winter months of December to April with temperatures averaging 24°C – 26°C. The summer months between May and November can be more humid with showers and passing tropical storms a possibility.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time: 9 hours 30 minutes to St. Kitts, with a 1 hour stopover in Antigua
Natural Attractions
St. Kitts, a haven of green hills and easy living, covers 174 km2, while enchanting Nevis measures just 93 km2. Endangered leatherback turtles lay their eggs between April and June, and both islands boast an amazing array of birdlife. Species to spot include Green Throated Hummingbirds, Brown Pelicans, Black-whiskered Vireo and magnificent Frigate birds. Green Monkeys can be seen everywhere, from the plains at Golden Rock on Nevis to the rainforest of St. Kitts. Beachcombing is a favourite pastime on the ebony black and golden brown sandy beaches.
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Four Seasons Resort & Residences Barnes Bay
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The Valley
Port Antonio Frenchman’s Cove Strawberry Hill
Rosewood Little Dix Bay BEEF ISLAND
Brimstone Hill Fortress
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Maundays Bay
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Corossol Gustavia
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Coral San Baham One&Only Ocean Club EL Atlantis NASSAU
Road Town
Blowing Point Ferry Terminal
Anse du Grand Colombier Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France
Endless possibilities beckon. Hike to Nevis waterfalls or to the 3,232-foot summit of Nevis Peak with an experienced guide, or tour the island by bike to view plantations and charming villages such as New Castle and Gingerland. On St. Kitts’ Wingfield Estate, there’s a Sky Safari to zip you along above the rainforest, or let the train take the strain on the St. Kitts Scenic Railway. Time your visit to coincide with an international cricket match, take a romantic sunset catamaran cruise or go horse riding on picturesque Pinney’s Beach.
ST KITTS
Heritage Collection Museum
Grande River Rafting
Outdoor Adventures
French and English settlers arrived on the islands in the seventeenth century, making their fortunes from sugar. They built opulent mansions and drew in high society from Europe, including Horatio Nelson who met and married his wife, Fanny Nisbet, here. Step into the Caribbean’s oldest wooden house at the Hermitage Plantation, and unwind at the Bath Hotel where the spring waters are reputed to have healing medicinal qualities. Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park on St. Kitts is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whilst Fairview Great House features an exotic botanical garden.
Scilly Cay Zemi Beach House Resort & Spa ANGUILLA
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Left: Guest Room Below left: The Great House
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Park Hyatt St.Kitts
Four Seasons Resort Nevis 196 rooms, suites and a collection of villas 50 minutes by road and boat from St. Kitts Airport
126 rooms and suites 20 minutes from St. Kitts Airport Prices from £2200pp in low season £3790pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and transfers. Room upgrades available.
Looking across tranquil Banana Bay towards the dramatic volcanic terrain of Nevis, this all-new Park Hyatt property - their first in the Caribbean region - is the island’s first true luxury beach resort. Opening late 2017, it brings guests the opportunity to enjoy a plantation-style mix
of contemporary and colonial architecture, the generously sized rooms and suites each having a private balcony or terrace, with suites featuring rooftop swimming pools and sun decks. Ocean-to-table dining is the speciality at the seafront Fisherman’s Village; The Great House has a Rum Bar and conservatory serving elegant afternoon tea. Kids will have a whale of a time at the Island Fort by Park Hyatt while adults can dive into a multiplicity of watersports, unwind in the spa or swimming pools, and enjoy a round of golf.
Prices from £2255pp in low season £3600pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and transfers. Room upgrades available.
From its enviable location on Pinney’s Beach this world-class resort offers inviting accommodations in an authentic Caribbean setting. Clusters of two-storey cottages house the spacious rooms and suites, refreshed with soothing Caribbean colours and canopied by swaying palms. All are equipped with air conditioning, flat screen TVs, minibars, verandas and oversized
bathrooms. Larger villas, most with private pool or plunge pool, line the golf course and are ideal for families. Dining experiences encompass sumptuous breakfasts at Neve, fine-dining at the Coral Grill, informal lunches at Cabana and Caribbean Rim cuisine at oceanfront Mango – also the perfect spot for sundowners at the 101 Rums Bar. Unwind at the THÉMAÉ Spa and tropical gardens or in a Beach House with concierge service, available for hire locally. Extensive recreational amenities include three seaside pools, fitness centre, complimentary non-motorised watersports, ten tennis courts and one of the world’s most scenic 18-hole golf courses. Children will enjoy the fun and games at the Kids for All Seasons programme.
Above: Beachfront Suite Below: Ocean swimming pool
Right: Premier Junior Suite Below right: Swimming Pool
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Nisbet Plantation Beach Club 36 rooms and suites 50 minutes by road and boat from St. Kitts Airport Prices from £1625pp in low season £2430pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and transfers. Room upgrades available.
The region’s only Plantation House on the beach, this is an intimate colonial-style retreat with magnificent lawns sweeping down to soft, white sands and the Caribbean Sea. Nestled beneath the palm groves are cottages and two-storey houses, each with patio or terrace, traditional Nevisian white pyramid roofs and decorated in contemporary Caribbean style. Outstanding
cuisine is guaranteed; the creative menus are elegantly presented for dinner in the eighteenth century Great House six nights a week, with a weekly themed evening taking place at the beach restaurants. Breakfasts are served at Coconuts, informal lunches savoured at the Sea Breeze Beach Bar, and complimentary afternoon tea is served daily on the Great House patio. On-site recreations include a freshwater swimming pool with hot tub, snorkelling, a small spa and fitness centre and tennis.
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The Bahamas When To Go
The sub-tropical climate of The Bahamas changes little over the course of the year. November to May is less humid, with temperatures averaging 26°C, though the trade winds may result in cooler, fresher evenings. The summer months are hotter with the possibility of tropical showers.
GMT -5 hours in winter, -4 hours in summer Flying Time : 9 hours 40 minutes to Nassau
Aquatic Playground
In the Bahamas, recreations focus naturally on watersports, be it diving the numerous wrecks, snorkelling or venturing into undersea caves. There’ll be fishing tales to tell for those who follow in Hemingway’s footsteps and go in search of marlin, tuna and wahoo off Bimini, whilst an exhilarating powerboat ride to the creamy sandbars of the Exumas may even result in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with wild pigs. Join a dolphin tour or don a snorkel mask to spot sea turtles and spiny sea stars.
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Each of the archipelago’s 700 outposts have their own distinct identity; from the funfilled waterparks of Paradise Island, to the tranquillity of Harbour Island, where golf carts are the preferred mode of transport and islets are inhabited solely by hermit crabs and seagulls. Stroll along the soft pink sands, dive into an astonishingly colourful underwater world, party with the friendly islanders at the Junkanoo carnival parade or sail to the Exuma Cays for a beach barbecue brimming with rock lobster and conch. Island hopping is a way of life here.
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Island Hopping
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There’s no end of family fun to be found in the Bahamas, from thrilling waterparks to horseback rides along the beach. There’s a Stingray Adventure Programme at Blackbeard’s Cay, or buccaneering action for young pirates at the Pirates of Nassau Museum. Go wild in Aquaventure at Atlantis where 20,000 exotic sea creatures enhance the sense of fun and amazement, with stupendous river rides, daring plunges and a shark-encircled waterslide. You can even put on a glass helmet to walk amongst sharks – no swimming experience necessary.
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Heritage Collection Museum
Family Adventures
Peter Island Resort PETER ISLAND
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Library Afternoon Tea, Dune Restaurant, Ocean Room Hartford Wing, Ocean Swimming Pool
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One&Only Ocean Club 102 rooms, suites, cottages and 3 villas 40 minutes from Nassau Airport Prices from £2960pp in low season £4160pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A private estate edged by miles of soft, duned beach, the celebrated One&Only Ocean Club languishes in tropical splendour. Dark woods and rich fabrics set the tone for the air-conditioned rooms and suites, with ocean
or garden views from the spacious patios and balconies. Three villas enjoy an enviable beachfront location and the services of a dedicated butler, chef and full staff who are quietly on-hand to attend to your every wish 24 hours a day. Balinese-style treatment villas, each with a pavilion and open-air garden, lend an oriental twist to the relaxed surroundings of the prestigious One&Only Spa. Great emphasis is placed upon dining, whether you prefer breakfast served on your terrace, a light lunch at the Versailles
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Terrace Café or an intimate dinner at newly renovated Dune by world renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. The clear Bahamian waters are famed for their diving, snorkelling and windsurfing – luxury yachts may be chartered for day sails to private outer islands, or hire a seaplane for an airborne safari. Three swimming pools, fitness and tennis facilities, 18-hole championship golf nearby and a complimentary KidsOnly Club are also available.
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Paradise Island, The Bahamas /
Atlantis
Harbour Island, The Bahamas /
Coral Sands
Paradise by name and by nature; this resort is the ultimate retreat. The centre-piece of the resort, Aquaventure is made up of an impressive 141 acres of water slides, river rides and a spectacular kids water-play fort - the largest waterpark in the Caribbean. Complemented with championship golf courses, world class shopping, a 30,000 sq.ft. Mandara Spa, combined with an amazing array of bars and culinary dining experiences.
44 rooms, suites and cottages 10 minutes by boat from North Eleuthera Prices from £1060pp in low season £1415pp in high season including 7 nights accommodation with breakfast. Flights and transfers not included. Room upgrades available.
Perched on a bluff overlooking a turquoise ocean and stretches of soft pink sand, this is picture postcard perfection on one of the Caribbean’s prettiest islands. The ultimate idyllic getaway, the resort has recently emerged from a transformative facelift which has added a new pool and deck area. colonialstyle rooms exude plantation chic, with entrancing ocean or tropical garden views. For privacy, the One Bedroom Oceanfront
Cottages and Two Bedroom Beach House and Sea Oats, designed by Barbara Hulanicki, feature paths leading directly onto the beach. At Harbour Island’s most exquisite dining venue, Latitude 25, you’ll find fresh creative dishes like a delightful French-Caribbean bouillabaisse from executive chef Ludovic Jarland, while the Beach Bar is the perfect spot to sample a Coral Sands Smash.
Below: Breezeway Lobby
The Cove Atlantis 600 suites 40 minutes from Nassau Airport Prices from £3035pp in low season £3520pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A lagoon-style heated freeform pool is tucked away in the fragrant gardens, with tennis, games room and complimentary watersports equipment such as kayaks and boogie boards available for guests’ use. Golf cart rental, fishing and diving can be arranged locally. Above: Premier Junior Suite Below: Beach Bar
From its ultimate oceanfront setting between two spectacular beaches, this all-suite hotel offers the last word in contemporary style. Open-air architecture and artful lighting effects create a seamless union between nature and state-of-the-art design. Each ocean view suite has floor-to-ceiling windows with aweinspiring water views, a spacious bedroom, marble bathroom, a step-down parlour with sofa, complimentary WiFi and in-room entertainment system. Two pool venues are reserved exclusively for guests at The Cove; The Cove Pool is a chic, adult-only pool and beach club with a live DJ, bar, stylish daybeds and exclusive cabanas, whilst families may relax at the zero entry pool of Cascades, shared only with The Reef Atlantis.
The Reef Atlantis 497 studios, suites and penthouses 40 minutes from Nassau Airport Prices from £2695pp in low season £3200pp in high season including 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
The contemporary Reef Atlantis bestows the freedom to enjoy deluxe self-catering with home comforts in a quieter area of the resort coupled with access to all of the exciting recreational facilities available at Atlantis. The renowned apartment style Studios, One and Two Bedroom Suites and spectacular Penthouses boast lavish living areas, private ocean-facing balconies and are conveniently placed on Paradise Beach, a pristine white sandy beach. There’s also a pool, a Starbucks lobby lounge for coffee and snacks and a convenience store for essentials. Should you wish to venture out for dinner, there are a host of restaurants at Atlantis to suit all tastes. Above: One Bedroom Suite
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Bermuda When To Go
The best time to visit is over our summer months, from May to October. Between June and September, expect warm, sunny days with temperatures averaging 22°C to 26°C. Greater rainfall and tropical storms may be experienced in September and October.
GMT 4 hours in winter, -3 hours in summer Flying Time : London to Hamilton 7 hours 25 minutes
Cities Couture
Whether you’re seeking culture, fine dining or just great shopping, cosmopolitan Hamilton and historic St. George’s are well worth exploring. In the winding cobbled streets of St. George’s, a town filled with seventeenth century National Trust properties, galleries and artisan boutiques abound. Pick up hand-made island scents or a classic pair of Bermuda shorts. Hamilton, with its evocative Victorian air, brims with exclusive designer labels, sophisticated nightlife and gourmet restaurants. On Wednesdays from April to August, the evening action is at Harbour Nights on Front Street.
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One&Only Ocean Club Atlantis NASSAU
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Middle Caicos TURKS ISLANDS
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Grand Turk
Rosewood Tucker’s Point
Nevis Peak Botanical Gardens
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ELEUTHERA Salt Cay
Dolphin Quest Royal Naval Dockyard
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Nisbet Plantation Beach Club NEVIS
Bermuda’s rich colonial past is best discovered by water, with the Royal Naval Dockyard an ideal place to start. From Hamilton the ferry takes around thirty minutes, bringing you to the Maritime Museum and Commissioner’s House which showcases a stunning mural. Stroll over to the Craft Market, ceramics studios and glassblowing works where artists will demonstrate the art of flameworking. Held every Monday evening, Destination Dockyard is a festive celebration of dance, music, gastronomy, arts and crafts. St. George’s has a number of historic forts, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Fort St Catherine
Providenciales
Coral Sands, Harbour Island Bahama House
Colonial Explorations
Bermuda is the setting for some of the world’s most scenic golf courses, most of championship standard, many designed by iconic names such as Robert Trent Jones and Charles Banks. The Port Royal course in Southampton parish boasts stunning ocean views, while the Turtle Hill Golf Club at Fairmont Southampton was the deserved winner of Golf Digest’s ‘Best Places to Play Golf’. The undulating fairways of Tucker’s Green are a stiff but delightful challenge, or test your skills at Belmont Hills with its elevated and doubletiered greens.
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Right: Deluxe Sea View Room Below right: Beach Cabanas
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Bermuda /
Fairmont Southampton
Rosewood Tucker’s Point 88 rooms and suites 15 minutes from Bermuda Airport
593 rooms and suites 35 minutes from Bermuda Airport Prices from £2205pp in low season £2360pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
This premier resort stands on the island’s highest point within a one hundred acre estate. Guest rooms afford spectacular balcony views across the gardens to either the ocean or the Great Sound. For a touch of added luxury, Fairmont Gold rooms offer exclusive amenities, with complimentary
Prices from £3065pp in low season £3440pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktail-hour canapés. Extensive dining choices include fresh, local seafood at The Ocean Club, Italian specialities at Bacci or sumptuous steaks at The Waterlot Inn. The Willow Stream Spa invites discovery with a menu of indulgent body experiences to excite the senses, a Couples Suite, indoor pool, Jacuzzis and state-of-the-art fitness centre. Leisure facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, all-weather tennis courts and an 18-hole executive golf course. The Kids Club presents fun activities for younger guests.
Gracing two hundred acres of beautiful waterfront, Rosewood Tucker’s Point boasts exceptional panoramas over Castle Harbour and Harrington Sound. It features the island’s only private hotel-guests-only beach so it’s highly likely that only the 18-hole, palm-tree-dotted golf course or the divine Sense Spa may tempt you away from the
pink-sand shoreline. In the Manor House, rooms are distinguished by ultra-luxurious bathrooms whilst Villa rooms and suites offer a more residential experience with unimpeded views. There are a host of dining options from gourmet presentations at The Point, styled with fine antiques and floor-toceiling murals that once hung in Manhattan’s Pan Am Building, to the classic Italian dishes of Sul Verde.
Above: Beach Below: Tucker’s Point Beach Club
Relax into a leisurely lifestyle with a game of tennis or croquet, a dip in one of four pools or a visit to the beach club for sailing and scuba diving. A Rose Buds® activity programme is available for children during the summer.
Left: Signature Guestroom Below left: Marcus’ Restaurant
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Hamilton Princess & Beach Club 400 rooms and suites 30 minutes from Bermuda Airport Prices from £2750pp in low season £2985pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Overlooking bobbing sailboats on the shimmering blue waters of the picturesque harbour, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, has emerged from a multi-million pound transformation into a luxurious urban resort. The hotel offers well-appointed rooms and suites, most with spectacular views, a full
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service marina which also offers a complete menu of watersports, two swimming pools, a putting green and alfresco dining at three eateries including celebrity Chef Marcus Samuelsson’s signature Marcus’ Bermuda. Blissful days can be spent at the private Princess Beach Club located at one of the island’s most picturesque spots, Slinky Bay or at the wellness spa complete with spa pool and yoga pavilion. Admire pieces of contemporary artwork by Andy Warhol and Damien Hurst posed against the historical crown mouldings in the hotel lobby on a guided tour.
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Suggested Itinerary
New York & Bermuda
Days 1 -3 Fly to New York. On arrival, transfer to Midtown Manhattan for a 3 night stay at Mandarin Oriental New York (RO)
10 nights from £4660 per person, based on 2 sharing
New York
This is the ultimate adrenalin-charged city. An exhilarating mix of world-famous sights and cutting edge culture, it simply fizzes with iconic attractions. Broadway and Times Square seem to pulsate with dazzling lights, whilst a horse and carriage ride around Central Park is both stately and serene. Circle the city in a helicopter or hop in a yellow cab to SoHo and Greenwich Village – dotted with historic townhouses, atmospheric boutiques and criss-crossed by Bleecker and Cornelia streets, where great little restaurants abound. Discover the Meatpacking District, New York’s new focus of cool, and ride the subway to the glorious shopping emporiums of Macy’s or Bloomingdales. Sip cosmopolitans in hip bars after taking in a hit show on its debut Broadway run, or go the full culture mile with visits to The Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim. Enjoy panoramic skyline vistas from Brooklyn Heights; feel the joyous exuberance of Harlem with its blues clubs and gospel choirs. Just a bite of the big apple will leave you hungry for more.
Bermuda
Days 4 - 10 Fly from New York to Bermuda. On arrival, transfer to Rosewood Tucker’s Point for a 7 night stay (RO)
A millionaires’ playground that holds a promise of sun and sophistication. Although still epitomised by a deliciously leisurely pace of life, rum swizzles and a vibrant colonial heritage, an eclectic in-crowd of jazz aficionados, film buffs and art lovers create a compelling cultural scene, whilst the translucent turquoise ocean is alive with kayakers, windsurfers and divers keen to explore the colourful reefs. Hire a scooter and feel the wind in your face, passing pastel-coloured villages bedecked with exotic blooms or stopping to picnic on a quiet, sandy cove. In the winding cobbled streets of St. George’s, galleries and artisan boutiques abound whilst Hamilton, with its evocative Victorian air, brims with exclusive designer labels and sophisticated nightlife. As for the cuisine, feast on fresh lobster, suckling pig and the legendary Bermudan fish chowder laced with spicy sherry peppers. There is an abundance of world-class golfing opportunities, innumerable pink sand beaches caressed by warm breezes and an ambience quite like nowhere else.
Day 11 Transfer to Bermuda Airport for the overnight flight to the UK Prices include all economy international flights, internal flights, accommodation, meals as specified and transfers. RO – Room Only
Bridgeport Stamford
New York City
Long Island
Fort St Catherine
Philadelphia
St George’s
Rosewood Tucker’s Point Atlantic City
Dolphin Quest Royal Naval Dockyard
Somerset
Devil’s Hole
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Jamaica When To Go
Jamaica is a year-round holiday destination with a tropical climate and temperatures that hover around 26°C along the coast, usually tempered by the prevailing trade winds. The winter months between January to April are the most popular months to visit, characterised by warm, generally dry days, whilst the summer months between May and November tend to be hotter and more humid, with regular showers and the possibility of tropical storms.
GMT -4 hours Flying Time London to Montego Bay/Kingston 10 hours 5 minutes
Natural Wonders
Watch the beauty of the jungle go by on a tubing adventure down gin-clear rippling rivers. In the hills of Ocho Rios there are guided river tours and other exciting pursuits including a cascade climb and rope swings. Nearby Dunn’s River Falls is a national treasure, but for somewhere more tranquil head for Reach Falls where the swimming is sublime, or try rafting on the Martha Brae. Ride into the sea on horseback, or catch the astonishing sight of the natural glowing phosphorescent lagoon during a night sail on Glistening Waters.
Rhythmic Roots and Routes
Food and music come together in vibrant style, with the legacy of Bob Marley and the famous Jamaican jerk leading the celebrations. Reggae buffs will want to explore the Nine Miles Bob Marley Trail, learning about the singer-songwriter and visiting his mausoleum, while a tour of Kingston and Trench Town reveals the places that influenced his music. Don’t miss the Reggae Sumfest, held in the heart of Montego Bay; travel the Jamaican Jerk Trail through twenty two top jerk locations from Negril to Boston Bay.
Mystical Mountains
Rising to over 2,250 metres, the Blue Mountains dominate Jamaica’s lush interior. With a cooler climate, it’s perfect terrain for hiking to deserted waterfalls via welcoming local villages – a Rasta guide can be arranged who will give insights into local flora and culture. Look out for streamertail hummingbirds and rare swallowtail butterflies in the Holywell Nature Preserve. The mountains are also coffee country, with opportunities to visit a plantation and sample different blends with a local expert – the perfect gift to take home.
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Belmont Estate River Antoine Rum Distillery
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Jamaica Inn 52 suites and cottages 1 hour 30 minutes from Montego Bay Airport Prices from £1810pp in low season £2685pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Hidden away on a secluded sandy cove just east of Ocho Rios, this family-owned idyllic retreat is renowned for its high standards of service and luxury. The genteel atmosphere is reflected in the well-appointed suites,
each boasting a spacious furnished balcony or terrace living room, with views towards the ocean. Perched on the bluff is a small collection of exclusive ocean view cottages, most featuring a private plunge pool. The magnificent Cottage 7 is the hotel’s premier suite, with an infinity edge pool and spectacular ocean views. Evenings are magical affairs, with complimentary hors d’oeuvres on the terrace and alfresco dining – an imaginative continental menu with a Caribbean twist is served with style
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and enhanced by fine wines. Dancing to traditional refrains is a nightly event. Blissful days are spent by the pool or on the 700 foot private beach where the complimentary beach service includes a morning round of refreshing fruit or Planters punch. The Ocean Spa nestled within the cliffs of Cutlass Bay, with open air spa rooms tends to the body’s physical and spiritual needs, whilst golf, horse riding and tennis are available nearby.
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Sandy Haven Resort 33 rooms 1 hour 45 minutes from Montego Bay Airport Prices from £1680pp in low season £1915pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
With a relaxed boutique feel, and glorious location on Negril’s seven-mile white sand beach, this is a destination for Caribbean connoisseurs. Whilst close to the hip strip action, guests can enjoy a stay of privacy and pampering, starting each morning with breakfast on your own private terrace before kicking back in a beach cabana with drinks’
waiters at your service. Jamaica’s colourful heritage is reflected in the swish rooms and suites, while lunch is a relaxed affair at Sandy Haven’s Beach Bar and Grill with a variety of day and night meal plans to experience. Sway to the strains of tropical music in the Piano Bar; mix at the Manager’s weekly cocktail party.
Above: Lobby lounge Below: Junior Suite
Anti-stress facials are a speciality in the spa, or get active with a Reggae Horseback Riding Tour. No visit would be complete without a sunset visit to Rick’s Café, by the West End Cliffs, where the adventurous can round off the day with a cliff dive.
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Beach, Bamboo Bar, Lagoon Cottage
47 beach huts, cottages and villas 1 hour 45 minutes from Montego Bay Airport Prices from £2430pp in low season £3150pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
The property where Ian Fleming wrote the James Bond novels has understandably acquired something of a celebrity status. Located near Ocho Rios in picture-perfect
Oracabessa Bay surrounded by tropical forests and lush gardens, the original Fleming Villa has been enhanced by the addition of stylish cottages, villas and beach huts boasting chic interiors and outdoor rainshowers. Beach Villas open out directly onto the golden sands whilst the Lagoon Villas and Cottages each have their own dock and kayak. Fleming Villa features Ian Fleming’s original three bedroom home as well as two poolside cottages, a private pool,
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media room, bar, garden and private beach. Feast on gourmet Jamaican cuisine in the Gazebo restaurant, famed for its fresh fish and lobster dishes, or relax at Bizot bar. Guests can cool off in a choice of fresh and saltwater pools, try paddle boarding and kayaking or snorkel in the warm Caribbean sea. A range of therapies using locally farmed and wild herbs and flowers are on offer at the FieldSpa.
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Jamaican Highlights
Days 1 - 2 Fly to Kingston Airport. On arrival, private transfer to Strawberry Hill in the Blue Mountains for a 2 night stay (BB)
9 nights from £3080 per person, based on 2 sharing hotspot Sans Souci; ideal for beginners and professionals alike. For an experience with The Blue Mountains, home of Strawberry a difference, admire the spectacular Hill, are an unexpected side to Jamaica’s coastline on a guided horseback ride sun, sea and sand status. Stretching for through the ocean at Chukka Cove, twenty eight miles, and the longest or visit hidden gem Island Gully Falls and mountain range in the Caribbean, it’s no climb a cascading waterfall, cliff dive or surprise that these remarkable mountains simply take in the stunning scenery. and their spectacular scenery have been Also not to be missed; scale the 600 feet of designated a UNESCO World Heritage Dunn’s River Falls, one of Jamaica’s Site. A nature lover’s paradise, the Blue national treasures. Mountains are peppered with exotic flora and fauna as well as rare wildlife. The seven mile Blue Mountain Peak Trail is perfect Negril for those seeking adventure, allowing A stay at The Caves is the perfect finale to guests to sample a cup of the world famous your Jamaican getaway given it’s location Dunnsin Negril; a place known for its laid-back Blue Mountain coffee while taking in River Falls breathtaking panoramic views the top. daytime charm and vibrant, bustling Marthaat Brae River Rafting Saunter through the spellbinding parting nightlife. Home to the illustrious Seven mist on a hiking trip through the Mile Beach, the pristine sands and gin-clear Rio Grande River Rafting mountains, or trek to hiddenAppleton waterfalls waters are lined with delightful restaurants Estate and &Distillery discover tiny stand-still and bars, making it a regular on the world’s YS Falls villages. top beaches list. Just south of Seven Mile Reach Falls Beach lies West End Road, a cliffside Oracabessa Bay coastal route which is also peppered with Made famous by the world-renowned hassle-free hangouts. A firm favourite is author, and a host of famous artists from clifftop bar Rick’s Café, where guests can film to music, GoldenEye near Ocho Rios is enjoy a few drinks while watching the where Ian Fleming wrote the James Bond thrill-seekers cliff dive. The place to be novels. North of the island, this location when the sun sets? Norman Manley hosts a bucket-list worthy collection of Boulevard is laced with catchy reggae experiences. Discover what lies beneath the beats and an infectious buzz. glimmering waters on a scuba diving trip to
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Days 3 - 6 Private transfer through the mountains to Oracabessa, near Ocho Rios on Jamaica’s north coast, for a 4 night stay at GoldenEye (BB) Days 7- 9 Private transfer along the northern coastline to The Caves, near Negril, for a 3 night stay (BB) Day 10 Return to Kingston Airport for the overnight flight to the UK Price includes economy international flights, accommodation, meals as specified and private transfers. BB – Bed & Breakfast
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Mexico When To Go
Mexico is enjoyable year-round, but October to May is generally the most pleasant time to visit. Humidity is at its highest from July to September, with occasional showers more likely to occur on the Gulf Coast.
GMT -7 hours Riviera Maya Flying Time 11 hours 5 minutes to Cancun
Beyond the Beach
Family Time
Mexico’s hinterland rivals the coast for breathtaking beauty – best seen from a private chartered plane as it swoops over iconic sites such as the Mayan temples of Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, Coba and Calakmul. From Calakmul, it’s around 300 kilometres to Campeche; a cobblestoned colonial gem declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The Yucatán is riddled with cenotes, including those at Cenote Maya Park where visitors descend a staircase to a spectacular underground pool with astonishingly clear water. At Chichén Itzá, Carrier can arrange an out-of-hours private tour.
North Caicos
A wealth of activities awaits families in search of fun and adventure, beginning with Xcaret, a superb eco-archaeological park south of Cancun, and Xel-Há, an all-inclusive paradise brimming with water activities. Thrillseekers will love XPLOR with its awesome ziplines and underground rafting in stalactite-studded caves. In the jungles on the Riviera Maya you can travel in Jeeps to visit and swim in stunning cenotes, while others may prefer to snorkel with elusive whale sharks at Isla Holbox. Small groups can see wild spider monkeys at the Jungle Place Monkey Sanctuary.
At one end of Mexico’s culinary spectrum, authentic street cuisine; at the other, sophisticated dining experiences showcased by the country’s leading resorts. There are ceviche and tequila combinations to savour at the Viceroy, with a Maestro Tequilero on hand to reveal the secrets of Mexico’s signature spirit. Cueva Siete at UNICO 20°87° Hotel specialises in the flavours of the Yucatán; the menu at Ixi’im, Chablé features herbs, fruits and vegetables harvested from the resort’s traditional Maya Garden. Guests at Banyan Tree Mayakoba can relive traditional Mayan culinary presentations deep in the jungle.
Fort St Catherine
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St George’s
Middle Caicos
Providenciales
TURKS ISLANDS
South Caicos
Grand Turk
Rosewood Tucker’s Point
Salt Cay
COMO Parrot Cay
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Dolphin Quest Royal Naval Dockyard
Somerset
Devil’s Hole
San José del Cabo Cabo San Lucas
Hamilton Hamilton Princess & Beach Club
Punta Mita Puerto Vallarta
Amanyara
Flavours of Mexico
Conch Farm
Gansevoort Grace Bay Club Downtown Golf Course
Warwick Long Bay Horseshoe Bay Fairmont Southampton
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Tenochtitlan
Chichén Itzá GULF OF MEXICO
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Cancun Riviera Maya
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Mexico City
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UNICO 20º 87º Hotel Riviera Maya 448 rooms and suites 70 minutes from Cancun Airport Prices from £2500pp in low season £3190pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Infused with the colourful traditions of the Riviera Maya, UNICO 20°87° Hotel is a newly opened paradise of laid-back chic, offering an exclusive adults-only experience. Accommodations mix Mayan and modern, to provide pampered private living spaces, from the Alcoba Swim-Up Rooms with private pools to PURE rooms designed especially for allergy sufferers to
wow factor Two Bedroom Hacienda Villas with expansive terrace and twin hydro hot tubs – all rooms having minibar, rain showers, 55 inch TV and pillow menus. Dining choices are equally impressive, a celebration of local and international cuisine ranging from Italian to cutting-edge Mexican, with mixologists on hand to create speciality cocktails in the Cuban-style Palmera Lounge, where there’s regular top class live entertainment
Above: Alcoba Swim Up Room Below: Swimming Pool
VIP cabanas can be hired by La Escondita pool and swim-up bar, or unwind with a yoga session in the Wellness Centre. Concierge will be delighted to arrange excursions to attractions such as Chichén Itzá, the Kukulkan Pyramid and Garrafon Natural Reef Park.
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Rosewood Mayakoba 136 suites and villas 35 minutes from Cancun Airport Prices from £3235pp in low season £4390pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Resting by a mile-long stretch of white sand beach, this centrepiece of the luxury Mayakoba development exudes island resort chic. Strikingly modern in design,
the generously proportioned suites are crafted from indigenous materials and boast oversized bathtubs, private bath gardens with outdoor shower, rooftop sundecks and plunge pool – the most dramatic being the overwater suites which appear to float along the water’s edge. A tempting variety of dining options includes haute cuisine in the signature Casa del Lago restaurant, beachfront tapas at Punta Bonita and a heavenly mix of sushi and tequila at
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Agave Azul. On its own private island is a breathtaking spa with eight sumptuous island suites, each with a treatment room and outdoor shower. There are three pools, a kids’ club and activities ranging from world-class scuba diving to horse riding on the beach and golf on the Greg Norman-designed course next door. Eco tours, in the company of a local biologist, are a speciality.
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya 539 suites 40 minutes from Cancun Airport Prices from £4035pp in low season £4480pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Idyllically poised on a pristine white beach, this all suite resort welcomes families and couples to the beautiful Riviera Maya. Each luxurious suite offers a private terrace, interior Jacuzzi and comprehensive entertainment technology. The adult only Grand Class and family friendly Ambassador Suites comprise breath-taking ocean views whilst Zen Grand Suites are spacious hideaways in a lush jungle setting. A range
of gourmet dining options is included from the surprises of Molecular cuisine to new takes on traditional French dishes and Asian fusion specialities. Balance body and soul in the exquisite spa, complete with hydrotherapy rituals, or perfect your game on the nearby 18-hole golf course.
Above: Grand Class Suite Below: Swimming Pool
Activities including snorkelling, kayaking and scuba diving are available, younger guests will be in their element at the Grand Velas Kids Club, whilst teenagers can escape to their own retreat. A host of entertainment choices will delight in the evening from romance and relaxation at Piano Bar to the lively frivolity of Karaoke Bar.
Above: Hippo’s Bar by Night Right: Resort View
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Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya 90 suites 25 minutes from Cancun Airport Prices from £2720pp in low season £3795pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis with private transfers. Room upgrades available.
A luxurious, colourful boutique resort focused on wellness and wellbeing set in leafy gardens fringing a white sandy beach. Guests are welcomed to the resort with a warm Mexican smile, presented with a
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bottle of tequila and introduced to Endless Privileges® where almost everything is included, from a Temazcal steam ceremony and a Thalasso treatment to all meals and premium beverages. Dining venues include Kaax, where local artwork partners the Yucatan cuisine, a Sushi & Ceviche bar and fine-dining restaurant La Canoa. Savour freshly cooked seafood at the beachside grill or a cocktail at Hippo’s Bar. Spacious One Bedroom Oceanfront Suites, some with private pool, feature separate living
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areas adorned with specially selected pieces of art, deep marble bath tubs, Bvlgari® amenities and aromatherapy pillows with fine luxury linens. Extensive recreational facilities include an infinity-edge swimming pool, a saltwater hydrotherapy pool, tennis, yoga, sailing and an award-winning Spa. Golfers are able to take advantage of complimentary green fees at the nearby 18-hole Grand Coral Riviera Maya golf course.
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Right: Mayakoba Mangroves Below right: La Laguna
Left: Swimming Pool Below left: Beach Terrace
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401 rooms and suites 40 minutes from Cancun Airport
29 rooms and villas 65 minutes from Cancun Airport
Prices from £2570pp in low season £3235pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Prices from £2850pp in low season £3935pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Fairmont Mayakoba
This eco-friendly resort is situated at the heart of the Riviera Maya. With its adultonly infinity pool and interconnecting rooms, the Fairmont Mayakoba is perfect for couples and families alike. Lavish rooms and suites are housed in the main complex and casitas are close to the beach or tucked away under the lush forest
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canopy. Accommodation is air-conditioned and features a spacious bathroom with a deep soaking tub. Dining venues include beachfront Las Brisas for an inspired menu of contemporary cuisine, Mexican specialties at poolside La Laguna and a market café. Indulge in treatments based on ancient Mayan traditions at the Willow Stream Spa. Further facilities include pools, complimentary non-motorised watersports, nature trails, scenic boat tours through the mangroves and an activity programme for younger guests at the Discovery Club.
Once the residence of an Italian duchess, this boutique-chic property sitting on a fifty acre estate between Tulum and Playa del Carmen feels like the home of a stylish family friend. Simplicity blends with relaxed elegance, the soft white décor interrupted by vivid splashes of colour. The Casa Principal houses nine rooms and suites; the rest,
Left: Lobby Below left: Beachfront Villa
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41 villas 40 minutes from Cancun Airport
40 casitas and villas 30 minutes from Mérida Airport, 3 hours from Cancun Airport
Viceroy Riviera Maya Prices from £3250pp in low season £3845pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers Room upgrades available.
Hidden along the pearlescent sands of the Riviera Maya, only fifteen minutes drive from Playa del Carmen, lies an intimate eco-conscious hideaway offering barefoot luxury and seductive seclusion exclusively for adults. Viceroy eschews formal hotel convention to maintain a natural harmony with the primitive Maya tropical forest.
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Tropical walkways lead to the forty one thatched palapa roofed private villas crafted with natural materials throughout, each with a private patio, plunge pool, outdoor shower and butler service. Dine alfresco at the casual Coral Grill & Bar where the menu showcases locally caught seafood and homemade pizzas baked in the wood fired oven; the romantic setting of La Marea features contemporary Mexican cuisine with Mediterranean influences. Lounge by the refreshing swimming pool or succumb to the ancient Mayan therapies in The Spa at Viceroy Riviera Maya.
some with private plunge pools, are dotted throughout the well-manicured gardens. There are two exquisite pools, a white sand beach and a romantic restaurant specialising in ethnic Meso-American cuisine using produce from the estate’s own garden. The organic spa also uses herbs grown on the premises as well as providing traditional Mayan aromatherapy treatments. Renowned local attractions, including spell-binding Tulum, the Mayan Pyramids at Chichén Itzá and deep underground cenotes, are all within easy reach.
Chablé Resort & Spa Prices from £1555p in low season £1730pp in high season including 3 nights accommodation with breakfast.
Immerse yourself in a thrillingly remote landscape, a world away from the coastal crowds. Winner of the ‘Prix Versailles 2017’ for outstanding architecture and design, Chablé ranges across 750 acres of pristine Mayan jungle in the Yucatán peninsula; a restored nineteenth century hacienda encompassing thirty eight super-chic standalone pool casitas and two expansive villas,
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all set within lush tropical gardens. There are multiple dining options including a farm-to-table restaurant and fine-dining venue Ixi’im - the signature sea bass ceviche being renowned. The spa is quite unlike any other; set beside an invitingly cool cenote believed to have been sacred to the Mayans, its treatments harness the mystery of Merida’s Mayan past. Venture to the Maya town of Chocholá alive with textile shops, markets and local cuisine or join local horticulturalists to learn about Mayan gardening.
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Suggested Itinerary
A Taste of Mexico
Days 1 - 7 Fly to Cancun Airport. On arrival, transfer to Grand Velas Riviera Maya for a 7 night stay (AI)
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Riviera Maya
Mother Nature’s Riviera Maya melds bustling streets with dense jungle and unblemished beaches. Porcelain white sands are lapped by a sapphire sea, a perfect playground for snorkelling kaleidoscopic coral reefs or for watching whale sharks migrate. Inland lies a landscape peppered with Mayan remains including the famed Chichén Itzá, chosen in 2007 as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. There are quaint fishing villages to explore, bonefish to catch and deep sea fishing expeditions to join. Playa del Carmen buzzes with intimate boutiques, busy restaurants and flamboyant night clubs, while Cozumel is known for its scuba diving, and Tulum for its beachside Mayan ruins.
Mérida
A UNESCO World Heritage City, the Yucatán‘s capital is the ideal base for exploration. Criss-crossed by cobbled streets, the White City brims with enchanting parks and plazas, lively markets, galleries and artisan boutiques, complemented by restaurants from the cheap and cheerful to the distinctly high end. No visit would be complete without a visit to the imposing cathedral, with its baroque
façade, or Museum of Modern Art housed nearby in the former archbishop’s palace. Spend a while beneath the laurel trees in the town’s pretty Plaza Grande, scene of regular cultural events such as folkloric dancing. Yucatán’s magical cenotes offer a never-tobe-forgotten swimming experience in an emerald underworld lost in time.
Days 8 - 11 Transfer by private car to Mérida on the Yucatán Peninsula for a 4 night stay at Chablé Resort & Spa (BB) Days 12 - 14 Fly from Mérida Airport to Mexico City. On arrival, transfer to Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City for a 3 night stay (RO)
Mexico City
Rich with history, culture and everything in between, the pulsating metropolis of Mexico City is a place for the curious and adventurous, where something unique and intriguing awaits around every corner. Built over the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, this thriving metropolis boasts countless museums, design-led hotels, eclectic fine dining experiences and most notably of all, artistic discoveries. Year after year, thousands of art-appreciators flock to Casa Azul, the former home of legendary artist Frida Kahlo. This vibrant house-cummuseum might be one of Mexico City’s most distinctive landmarks, yet explore beyond its cobalt walls and you’ll discover something more; the converted taco stalls and colour clad buildings of Roma, the contemporary art galleries of upscale Polanco and the overall beauty of a city steeped in contrasts.
Day 15 Return to Mexico City Airport for the overnight flight to the UK Prices include all economy international flights and internal flights, accommodation, meals as specified and private transfers. AI – All Inclusive BB – Bed & Breakfast RO - Room Only
BAJA CALIFORNIA
San José del Cabo Cabo San Lucas
GULF OF MEXICO Punta Mita
Puerto Vallarta
Tenochtitlan Mexico City
PACIFIC OCEAN
Four Seasons Mexico City
Cancun Mérida
Chablé Resort & Spa
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Dominican Republic When To Go
The Dominican Republic is an enticing year-round destination, with temperatures averaging 28°C-30°C. The winter months, between December to February, are the most popular months to visit in addition to whale-watching season from mid-January to mid-March. The summer months, from May to November, tend to be hotter and more humid with regular showers and the possibility of tropical storms.
GMT -5 hours Flying Time London to Punta Cana : 9 hours 15 minutes
Puerto Plata
Although steeped in history, Puerto Plata is best known for its beaches, extending over 100km along the Atlantic shoreline. It is here that Columbus made landfall in 1492, visitors can find the remains of the first European settlement in the Americas. For spectacular panoramic views of the city, board a cable car for the scenic journey up Mount Isabel del Torres; the mountain is also home to a botanical garden and a replica of Christ the Redeemer Statue. Dive and snorkel in the off-shore coral reefs, or try kite surfing at Cabarete – renowned for its seafood.
Santo Domingo
Designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, this vibrant colonial city is a joy to discover. Catedral Primada is the oldest in the Americas, while Plaza de España is the perfect spot to people-watch from one of the lively open terrace restaurants. Every corner seems to reveal another architectural gem or monument from centuries gone by, the cobblestone streets winding their way to intimate boutiques, more recently enhanced by shining malls. The botanical gardens are magnificent; the Malecón makes for a pleasant stroll beside the ocean.
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Private Tours and Guides
To learn more about the island’s colonial past, or immerse yourself in its natural treasures, Carrier can arrange customised private tours. Beyond the architectural attractions of Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata, there are quaint fishing villages to visit, local festivals to join and spectacular wonders such as the Samaná Falls to discover. Particularly popular are the helicopter flights to rum distilleries, chocolate factories and cigar factories, such as Babunuco’s in Cabrera. Learn merengue dancing, shop for amber and go whale watching – the opportunities are endless.
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25 casitas 75 minutes from Puerto Plata Airport Prices from £5800pp in low season £7810pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and private transfers. Helicopter transfers available.
Adventurers, sports enthusiasts and honeymooners alike will find their paradise here at this über luxurious Aman sanctuary. Perched atop sixty-foot cliffs, and amidst 373 acres of lush protected rainforest overlooking Playa Grande’s sugar-soft golden beach, Amanera is luxury personified. The twenty four romantically designed contemporary Casitas showcase locally-sourced Dominican art, wood and
marble furnishings and indigenous Aquayo tiles. With sleek contemporary expansive terraces, each has glorious views of the ocean beyond; many with private infinity pools. In The Restaurant, with its floor-toceiling windows, dining options showcase the best of Mexican, Italian and Caribbean cuisine, whilst local dishes and South American classics are on the menu at Club de Playa. As Aman’s first golf-integrated property, scenic play is guaranteed with many holes skirting the ocean cliffs of the Robert Trent Jones Sr. course.
Above: Ocean View Pool Casita Below: Casita Lounge
Further recreations include horse riding through plantations and mangroves, game fishing, cookery classes, rum distillery visits, and an array of watersports from kayaking to kite surfing.
Above: Blue Grill + Bar Right: Luxury Pool Junior Suite
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Eden Roc at Cap Cana 60 suites 10 minutes from Punta Cana Airport Prices from £2865pp in low season £2625pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Just minutes from Punta Cana Airport lies a Relais & Châteaux oasis of multigenerational appeal. Recently added to our portfolio, it stands within an exclusive gated community encompassing a marina,
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equestrian centre, restaurants and more. With its appealing mix of free-standing suites, larger villas with private pools and two bedroom beachfront suites, Eden Roc exudes more of a boutique village feel than that of a traditional resort. All manner of international flavours, from Japanese to Peruvian, will delight the palate at the Beach Club, while Mediterraneo – overlooking the swimming pool – specialises in the best of French and Italian. Explore the pathways around the
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resort’s extensive estate with its waterfalls, stalactites and azure cenote. The full service Solaya spa features rainfall showers, blissful hammam and Swedish sauna. Test your game on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, go fishing from the marina or immerse yourself in the culture of capital city, Santo Domingo. In the KoKo Kids Club, there’s a mini spa offering treatments specially adapted for younger guests.
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Puerto Rico When To Go
Puerto Rico’s climate varies little between 24°C-29°C year-round, with the driest months between January to April. Showers are possible throughout the year, although rainfall is greater from May to October when tropical storms are also a possibility.
GMT -5 hours Flying Time London to San Juan : 13 hours via New York
North vs. West
Utterly distinctive, but equally delightful, the North and West coasts vie for attention. On the northern shores, Puerto Atlántico is developing apace, its new luxury hotels and golf courses adding to the region’s stunning natural beauty. The Camuy River Cave Park is particularly worth exploring, some caves reaching ten storeys high and 200 feet wide. The west coast boasts the best beaches; Porta del Sol being the island’s undisputed surfing capital, while Cabo Rojo’s cliffs provide breathtaking beach views. La Parguera has one of the world’s few remaining bioluminescent bays.
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Golf Galore
Historic fortifications, shady plazas and iconic landmarks abound – the old city is a favourite film location that has welcomed the likes of George Clooney and Morgan Freeman. El Morro is the oldest Spanish fort in the New World, its enormous ramparts ideal for looking down over the island and old town, where seventeenth century Spanish ironwork graces the carefully-restored homes. Pick up one-of-a-kind handmade pieces in the artisan quarters, head to a market with a local chef or take salsa lessons before hitting the town.
Puerto Rico’s passion for golf goes back to the 1950s, when Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed a course for the Dorado Resort. Since then, the sport has flourished on the island and now offers twenty one worldclass courses and hosts the Puerto Rico Open, the only official PGA event in the Caribbean. Keeping it in the family, Robert Trent Jones Jr. created the oceanside fairways and greens at The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort. The Dorado’s East Course, Pineapple Course and Sugarcane course continue to offer every golfing challenge under the sun.
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Arecibo
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Arecibo Observatory
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The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort 139 rooms and suites 35 minutes from San Juan Airport Prices from £3170pp in low season £3540pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation with breakfast and private transfers. Room upgrades available.
Just thirty minutes away from the myriad attractions of Old San Juan, this becalmed resort by the beach is a haven for nature lovers, golfers and anyone in search of personal pampering. Amidst exotically verdant surroundings, relax into an airy Oceanfront Room or Deluxe Golf Room overlooking the fairways, or choose a lavish option such as the Governor’s Suite with its furnished second floor terrace and
mesmerising ocean views. Sophistication is the resort’s byword, epitomised by the exceptional dining options which range from the cutting edge gourmet creations of the Jean-Georges Vongerichten-inspired Fern restaurant to cuisine with Puerto Rican accents at the Beach Club and eclectic Mediterranean classics at Sea Grapes by the pool. Much of the property is given over to tropical nature trails, where hummingbirds flit by day and coquí frogs call at night – wooden paths snake around the grounds beneath towering palm trees. The 18-hole championship golf course is Robert Trent Jones Jr-designed; further recreations include sailing, canoeing, kayaking and cycling.
Above: Governor’s Suite Balcony Below: Sea Grapes Terrace
Above: Positivo Private Cabanas Right: Plunge Reserve King Room
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Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve 115 rooms, suites, residences and 1 villa 35 minutes from San Juan Airport Prices from £4730pp in low season £7480pp in high season including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis with private transfers. Room upgrades available.
For lovers of luxury and privacy, this is truly a place to immerse yourself in nature. Set between Caribbean coconut plantation and dense forest, along three miles of pristine coastline, it reflects the dreams and
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desires of its original creator, Laurance S. Rockefeller. Since its opening six years ago, it has drawn A-list attention; attracted by the white sand beach, impeccable service and über-chic accommodation comprising a five bedroom hacienda-style villa, swish guestrooms and opulent condo residences with easy beach access, rooftop lounge and infinity plunge pool. Eat oceanside at Encanto Beach Club, or at Mi Casa by José Andrés – a fine dining venue within a 500
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acre farm specialising in high-end Spanish cuisine. Culinary classes, and wine-themed dinners, are held at La Cocina Gourmet Culinary Centre. An adults-only pool at the beach club is complemented by a splash pool for kids, who can also enjoy their own ‘Ambassadors of the Environment’ eco-themed activities. Also on-site are three golf courses, spa, tennis courts and cycling trails.
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Itinerary Days 1 -2 Fly to San Juan, Puerto Rico. On arrival, transfer to The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort for a 2 night stay (BB)
Cruise with Silversea 14 nights from £10965 per person, based on 2 sharing Silversea’s intimate ships cater personally to no more than 596 guests. With a staff-to-guest ratio of nearly one-to-one, every detail will be taken care of from the moment you step on board. Relax on the pool deck, or rejuvenate in the spa, and enjoy the benefit of exclusive access to some of the most secluded harbours in the world. Beginning and ending in Puerto Rico’s capital San Juan, where the old town brims with colonial architecture, this enchanting cruise encompasses a myriad of delights from the brightly-painted houses of Road Town, Tortola to the volcanic terrain of Nevis. Take in Les Saintes in the glorious French West Indies and delve into the history of St. John’s in Antigua before sailing on to Gustavia and, penultimately, idyllic St. Thomas in the U.S Virgin Islands.
Day 3 Transfer to Puerto Rico cruise port. Board Silver Wind for a 7 night Caribbean and Central America cruise (AI)
Inclusive Cruising: * Award-winning cuisine, including gourmet fine dining inspired by Relais & Châteaux *
Selection of beverages including Champagne, fine wines, beer, premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, speciality coffees and teas served throughout the ship
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All suites have butler service and ocean views, many with private verandas, as well as walk-in wardrobes with stocked minibar replenished daily
Day 4 Road Town, British Virgin Islands Day 5 Charlestown, St. Kitts & Nevis Day 6 Les Saintes, French West Indies Day 7 St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda Day 8 Gustavia, St Barths, French West Indies
* In-Suite dining and room service * Complimentary WiFi throughout the ship
Day 9 St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands
* On board entertainment * Gratuities
Days 10 - 14 Arrive San Juan, Puerto Rico. Disembark and transfer to Dorado Beach, a RitzCarlton Reserve for a 5 night stay (RO) Day 15 Return to Puerto Rico Airport for the overnight flight back to the UK
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Prices include all economy international flights, 7 night Silver Wind cruise, pre- and post-cruise accommodation, meals as specified and preand post-cruise private transfers.
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Villas
SECLUDED RETREAT FAR FROM THE CROWDS OR A PRIVATE HIDEAWAY WITHIN A 5-STAR RESORT – THE CARIBBEAN OFFERS VILLA LIVING AT ITS LUXURIOUS BEST.
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Resort Villas Villa living spells freedom of the most intimate and luxurious kind, where privacy is paramount and service discreet. This is where family and friends can socialise and relax together, no-one to disturb, no-one to impose upon your day, children free to play as they please and everyone’s tastes catered for perfectly by experienced housekeepers, cooks and butlers. Resort villas offer the luxury of space with the benefit of 5-star resort amenities, the best of both worlds.
We’ve selected our favourite Resort Villas for you to fall in love with…
Jamaican specialities prepared by a private cook, meaning there’s no need to lift a finger.
Sandy Lane Villa, Sandy Lane – Barbados – 5 Bedroom (Page 14)
Tranquility Villa, Amanyara – Turks & Caicos – 4 Bedroom (Page 49)
Sandy Lane’s Beachfront Villa oozes the grandeur of a stately home with a Caribbean ocean view fit for a postcard. The exquisite gardens are home to a pool and oversized Jacuzzi, making it the perfect hideaway for multi-generational families. Sandy Lane’s illustrious service is guaranteed, with afternoon tea served daily by a dedicated team of villa staff.
A private paradise, Amanyara’s Tranquility Villa is ideal for travellers craving seclusion. Tranquil by name and tranquil by nature, the black infinity-edge swimming pool is perfect to unwind in. And, by night, guests can watch the sunset from the remote outdoor dining sala while sipping on a cocktail from their personal bar.
Additional Resort Villas: * Page 16 – Coral Reef Club, Barbados
Typical stay includes:
* Page 29 – Nonsuch Bay Resort, Antigua * Page 38 – Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, St Lucia
* Dedicated staff; typically a housekeeper, butler, cook and gardener
* Page 47 – Grace Bay Club, Turks & Caicos
* Private swimming pool / hot tub (subject to villa)
* Page 52 – Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa, Grenada
* Daily housekeeping and laundry services
* Page 53 – Silversands, Grenada
* Concierge service pre-arrival and in-resort * Indoor and outdoor dining areas / gazebos
* Page 57 – Pink Sands Club, Canouan Island, Grenadines
* Fully-equipped kitchens with no set dining times
* Page 65 – Four Seasons Resort and Residences, Anguilla
* Bathroom and beach towels included
* Page 72 – Peter Island Resort & Spa, British Virgin Islands * Page 80 – One&Only Ocean Club, Bahamas
Casa Laguna, Rosewood Mayakoba – Mexico – 3 Bedroom (Page 100)
Featuring impressive floor-to-ceiling windows, guests can revel over the surrounding tropical gardens and enchanting lagoon from every corner of Casa Laguna. Spend your evenings dining on your own private deck or indulging in a movie marathon in the media room. With room for six adults and four children, it’s ideal for family celebrations.
* Page 104 – Fairmont Mayakoba, Mexico * Page 105 – Hotel Esencia, Mexico
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Su Casa, Sandy Lane Villa’s private dining room, Pool deck at Villa 14, Amanyara, Aerial view of Fleming Villa
Su Casa, Dorado Beach, A RitzCarlton Reserve – Puerto Rico – 5 Bedroom (Page 115)
Peppered with palm trees and a haciendastyle authenticity, this renovated 1920s villa has an enchanting Spanish-Caribbean flavour. Evoking a real out-on-your-own feeling, the private ocean-facing infinity pool within the spacious gardens serves up captivating views. Inside await five bedrooms, with connecting bathrooms, and a gourmet kitchen made for entertaining.
Used with kind permission of Sandy Lane Hotel Co. Limited
Carrier Concierge
Let Carrier provide a full concierge service before you leave the UK, to ensure your villa holiday runs smoothly. We will take care of the finer details; from arranging a pre-arrival grocery package, golf tee off time and watersports activities to babysitting and car rental. We can arrange your table at an exclusive restaurant on island or recommend secluded beaches on a less familiar coast. Contact the Carrier Concierge team for recommendations on 0161 491 7588 or email concierge@carrier.co.uk
Fleming Villa, GoldenEye – Jamaica – 5 Bedroom (Page 94)
Renowned for being the spot where Ian Fleming wrote the James Bond novels, GoldenEye’s Fleming Villa is an escapeseeker’s dream. Guests can spend their days in complete seclusion on the villa’s private beach. And evenings will be filled with local
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Right: Bella Beach Villa Exterior
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Jumby Bay Villas & Estate Homes 16 villas and 17 estate homes 5 minute road transfer from Antigua Airport followed by a 7 minute boat ride Prices from £7610pp in low season £11700pp in high season based on 4 sharing a Harbour Villa, including flights, 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and transfers.
From elegant villas to breathtaking seaside estates, Jumby Bay features an unrivalled collection of luxurious, one-of-a-kind properties, each enjoying access to the resort’s world-renowned facilities and 300 acres of private, car-free island to explore. Set along the south shore and nestled in tropical gardens, the secluded villas feature two to four bedrooms, sea views from the custom designed pools and dining courtesy
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of the resort’s restaurants. With up to eight bedrooms, the larger estate homes are set in extensive grounds and offer the ultimate in luxury living. Styles vary from modern mansion to Caribbean or Asian inspired home, but all come fully staffed with a housekeeper, chef and butler; many boast impressive sporting and leisure facilities whilst all have pools, ocean views, bicycles and a golf cart.
3 suites and a collection of 1-6 bedroom villas 35 minutes by boat from Beef Island Airport Prices from £3935pp in low season £5765pp in high season based on 2 sharing the Cliff Suite including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and boat transfers. Villa prices available on request.
Ideal for families, friends or even wedding parties, homes can be matched to guests’ requirements – for extensive sporting facilities, Evangeline excels with a pool, tennis court, croquet lawn and fitness suite. Lazy Lizard boasts the island’s most magnificent pool, whilst beach enthusiasts may prefer La Casa set on the sands of Pasture Beach.
Hidden away on the eastern tip of Virgin Gorda, Oil Nut Bay is a low-density and naturally sustainable resort offering lavish living in a choice of exceptionally chic suites and villas. Ranging from one to six bedrooms, and serviced daily by dedicated housekeepers, each suite or villa features
spacious living areas and at least one private pool. Ridge Villas and Estate Villas boast spine-tingling views over the beach and marina, whilst Beach Villas wow with their proximity to the exclusive Beach Club. Here, guests can enjoy complimentary club amenities with a restaurant, bar and three tiered pools within the manicured gardens. Land and water-based activities, with assistance from qualified instructors, include guided snorkel trips, paddle boarding, sailing, kite surfing, hiking and cycling. Children will love the activities at the Nut House Kids Club and Nature Centre.
Top: Villa Kairos Above: Lazy Lizard Pool Below: Mariposa Estate Home Left: Villa Pool Below left: Villa Bedroom
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Paradise Beach 7 villas 50 minutes by road and boat from St. Kitts Airport Prices from £2610pp in low season £4285pp in high season based on 6 sharing a 3 bedroom villa including flights, 7 nights accommodation on a room only basis and transfers. 4 Bedroom Villa prices available on request.
Located just north of Pinney’s Beach, and below the towering Nevis peak, this gated offering has seven sophisticated private villas - the only beachfront villas on the island, affording the same high level of service that you would find at a top-notch hotel. These
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three and four bedroom Balinese-inspired thatched villas are ideal for couples, families or groups of friends alike and are designed for comfort and privacy with thirty-foot high vaulted ceilings, private plunge pools, secluded patios and outdoor showers, with on-call butlers and concierge services. Chefs can be hired to provide gourmet Caribbean dishes in your in-villa kitchen. A few steps from your villa, you’ll find Tiki beach bar - exclusive to guests - where you can relax on an island chaise longue and admire the beautiful views over to St. Kitts with a heavenly rum punch in hand.
For our latest Special Offers – please contact your preferred Travel Agent, call our reservations team on 0161 491 7620 or visit www.carrier.co.uk
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Individual Homes With different sizes, styles and budgets to choose from, jetsetters are spoilt for choice when it comes to Private Villas. From a contemporary beachfront haven to a rustic hillside paradise complete with an exceptional team of staff and facilities, there’s something for every kind of party.
Discover our favourite Private Villas, handpicked by our experts… The Great House, Barbados – 8 Bedroom
Spend your Bajan getaway in a delectable villa set in a dreamy location on Turtle Beach. Step inside and admire plush interiors and a cascading staircase. Outside, lush tropical gardens await complete with a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and children’s pool. Hosting sixteen guests, and equipped with a private boat for cruising and water sports, The Great House is perfect for large groups.
Fustic House, Barbados – 7 Bedroom
Set amidst eleven acres of tropical gardens, Fustic House is a nature-lover’s haven. Unwind on the sundeck, situated within a canopy of mahogany trees, while the children make memories in the natural cliffside pool or games room. With thirteen staff and a professional chef on hand, you can relax guilt-free.
La Petite Sereine, St Barths – 5 Bedroom
Wake up to spellbinding ocean views and behold pastel-hued sunsets by night at contemporary villa, La Petite Sereine. With expansive pools on the lower and upper terraces, in addition to a dedicated home cinema, it’s the ideal spot for family bonding. Guests can enjoy seclusion outside of their villa too with exclusive access to Eden Rock’s private beach.
Destinations:
Palm Point, Antigua – 7 Bedroom
Opening onto a flawless private beach, guests can experience complete seclusion at Palm Point. As well as six en suite bedrooms, there’s an exquisite master suite set on its own over-water peninsula and boasting a glorious 360-degree view. Equipped with a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and dedicated staff, guests are guaranteed relaxation at Palm Point.
* Antigua * Anguilla * Barbados * British Virgin Islands * Jamaica * Mustique * St Barths
Fisher House, Mustique – 5 Bedroom
* St Lucia
Fall in love with Mustique from the comfort of Fisher House, taking in the unrivalled panoramic views. Swathed in quirky décor and featuring refreshing outdoor living areas and a dining gazebo, revel in an authentic taste of the Caribbean. The team of staff are happy to arrange unique experiences, such as beach picnics, and with the additional two bedroom cottage large families are perfectly catered for.
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Pool & terrace at Fisher House, Great House & pool, Inner Courtyard – Fustic House, Alfresco dining at La Petite Sereine
Typical stay includes:
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* Dedicated staff; typically a housekeeper, butler, cook and gardener
Let Carrier provide a full concierge service before you leave the UK, to ensure your villa holiday runs smoothly. We will take care of the finer details; from arranging a pre-arrival grocery package, golf tee off time and watersports activities to babysitting and car rental. We can arrange your table at an exclusive restaurant on island or recommend secluded beaches on a less familiar coast. Contact the Carrier Concierge team for recommendations on 0161 491 7588 or email concierge@carrier.co.uk
Amazing Grace – Turks & Caicos – 5 Bedroom
A stone’s throw from Grace Bay Beach, and oozing an authentic plantation manor feel, Amazing Grace epitomises indulgence. Families can dabble in kayaking and go swimming off the private 100 foot dock during the day. Evenings can be spent relaxing in the media room, after a delightful outdoor meal prepared by the private chef.
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* Private swimming pool / hot tub (subject to villa) * Daily housekeeping and laundry services * Concierge service pre-arrival and in-resort * Indoor and outdoor dining areas / gazebos * Fully-equipped kitchens with no set dining times * Bathroom and beach towels included
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Right: Bali Cliff Below right: Great House Room
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1 villa - 11 rooms 10 minutes by boat from North Eleuthera Airport Prices from £2860pp in low season £4130pp in high season Based on 22 sharing with breakfast on an exclusive basis including 7 nights accommodation. Flights and transfers not included.
Harbour Island’s newest draw for the jet set lies at the heart of the Dunmore Town community and commands views across Eleutheran Bay from its upper floor. The style is laid-back chic boutique, with tasteful use of print wallpapers, natural fabrics, rattan and bamboo, liberally sprinkled with exotic greenery. Uniquely furnished living spaces are set in separate buildings arranged around the swimming pool, guests being
provided with tablets to control the lighting and air conditioning, while AirPlay gives access to music stored on your phone. Up to twenty two people can enjoy exclusive use of the property which comes with two stocked private bars, jet tub, snorkels, sea kayaks and paddle boards, the services of a gourmet breakfast chef and lunch either on site or a picnic at a location of your choice.
1 villa - 14 bedrooms 35 minutes by boat from Beef Island Airport Helicopter transfers are available on request Prices from £13425pp for 2 persons in a Celebration week £16025pp for 34 sharing based on exclusive use including 7 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and private transfers. Excludes flights.
Kick back on the island’s famous pink sand beaches, scuba the crystal clear waters or join a guided bone fishing excursion – the water-based recreations are endless. Service is friendly and unfussy, with an Experience Manager to tailor-make your customised retreat.
Sir Richard Branson’s private island paradise is a place of pristine beaches and dramatic headlands, the Great House atop Devil’s Hill offering eight beautifully furnished bedrooms, whilst six additional Balinese houses allow for a total accommodation of
up to twenty eight guests. The island may be hired exclusively throughout the year; however guests may take individual rooms during Celebration Weeks which are offered on specific dates, usually in September and October. Accommodation is on an allinclusive basis - meals from breakfasts and brunches to beach barbeques and candlelit dinners are served whenever requested. Recreations encompass swimming in the 135 foot long freshwater pool and an array of watersports such as kite surfing, kayaking, snorkelling, sea fishing and sailing excursions to neighbouring islands. A team of ninety staff is on hand to take care of every need.
Above: Dunmore Room Below: Bahama House Exterior
Left: Point Lookout Villa Below left: Les Jolies Eaux
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Mustique Villas A collection of 1-14 bedroom villas 5-10 minutes from Mustique Airport dependant on villa location Prices available on request, please contact our reservations team.
A halcyon retreat where families can reconnect and teens can roam safely, Mustique combines privacy and exclusivity with warm hospitality. Couples and honeymooners will appreciate the intimate comforts of the two bedroom cottages; larger parties can spread their wings in private estates where 8-10 bedroom villas come with a private pool and a variety of sports amenities. Choose from
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idyllic locations such as beachfront or hillside and enjoy dedicated service from fully trained staff who will show you how to explore the island by mule – the island’s preferred method of transport. The resident social director is on hand to arrange activities such as under the stars movie nights, pony camp, picnics and treasure hunts, whilst there’s a chance to get acquainted with homeowners and hotel guests at The Cotton House manager’s cocktail reception.
For our latest Special Offers – please contact your preferred Travel Agent, call our reservations team on 0161 491 7620 or visit www.carrier.co.uk
Booking Conditions The holidays featured in this brochure are operated by Carrier Ltd of No 1 Lakeside, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 3GW, Company no. 02671002 (“Carrier”, “we”, “us” and “our”). All bookings are subject to our full booking conditions and Essential Holiday Information which appear on our website www.carrier.co.uk. A copy of these can also be e-mailed or posted to you on request. By asking us to make your booking, you confirm you have had access to and agree to the full booking conditions which you should read. In these conditions, “you” and “your” means all persons named on the booking or any of them, as the context requires and “lead name” means the person who makes the booking. MAKING A BOOKING AND PAYING FOR YOUR HOLIDAY To confirm a holiday booking you must pay a deposit of £250 per person or 10% of the total holiday cost, whichever is the greater, or any applicable higher deposit. If you book 70 days or less prior to departure, full payment is due at the time of booking. After your booking is taken, a confirmation invoice will be sent to you. A contract between us will come into existence when this invoice is issued. Full payment must be received not less than 70 days before departure. We accept various methods of payment, however please note that if you choose to pay by credit card, there will be a charge levied. If you do not pay in full by the due date, cancellation charges as shown in our full booking conditions will be payable. Any money paid by you to one of our authorised travel agents for holiday arrangements which do not include flights arranged by us is held by the agent on our behalf. For flight inclusive bookings, all monies paid to an authorised travel agent for your holiday with us will be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust subject to the travel agent’s obligation to pay such monies to us in accordance with our trading terms unless we fail. In the unlikely event of our financial failure, all monies then held by or subsequently paid to the travel agent for your holiday will be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation on the agent to pay such monies to us. FINANCIAL PROTECTION AND ABTA We hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence (ATOL number 2968). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us, you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable).You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. We are a member of ABTA (ABTA number V0391). If you book a combination of services (for example, accommodation and car hire) for your holiday with us at the same time as part of the same booking which does not include flights, ABTA will financially protect your holiday in the same way except that, if already abroad, you will be returned to the point where your contracted arrangements with us commenced. Please go to www.abta.com for a copy of the guide to ABTA’s scheme of Financial Protection. ABTA and ABTA members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go
according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint contact ABTA at 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ or see www.abta.com PRICES AND YOUR INVOICE Before confirmation, we reserve the right to change our prices or any brochure information. Pricing errors sometimes occur. If we become aware of any error, we will endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or within 7 days of the time of booking, or as soon as reasonably possible. We must reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is actually applicable to the holiday in which case, you will be given the choice to amend your booking to an alternative holiday, at the correct price. It is important to check your invoice as soon as you receive it. In the event of any discrepancy please contact us or your travel agent immediately. We regret we cannot accept any liability if we are not notified of any inaccuracies (for which we are responsible) in any document within 10 days of our sending it out (5 days for tickets). We will do our best to rectify any mistake notified to us outside these time limits but you must meet any costs involved in doing so. OUT OF DATE-RANGE FLIGHTS Please see our full booking conditions for terms applicable to holidays including flights which are out of date range and therefore not available to book when the booking is made. A contract between us will then come into existence on the basis that the price payable will be that applicable when the airline releases the seats and the timings and other flight details will be those confirmed at that time which may be different to those advised at the time of booking. OUR PRICE GUARANTEE All prices quoted in this brochure are calculated based on known costs and exchange rates as published in the Financial Times of 15 July 2017. PRICE GUARANTEED – IF YOU PAY IN FULL AT THE TIME OF BOOKING When full payment of the price is received, we will guarantee your holiday price will not change. PAYMENT OF DEPOSIT ONLY – AT THE TIME OF BOOKING The price of your confirmed holiday is subject to change for the following • (i) transportation costs, including the cost of fuel; or • (ii) dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports. Up to 2% increase - Absorbed by Carrier Over 10% increase - Option to cancel No changes within - 30 days of departure HOLIDAY INSURANCE It is a requirement of booking that you hold adequate travel insurance which is suitable for your particular needs. TRAVEL INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTS Approximately 7 days before departure you will receive your flight/ e-ticket together with an itinerary. Please ensure that you check the flight timings on your tickets carefully. The correct timings, using the 24-hour clock system, may have been adjusted since we published the brochure or you received your invoice. CHANGES TO YOUR HOLIDAY Requests for changes must be made in writing by the lead name and, where these can be made, will be subject to the charges shown in our full booking conditions. TRANSFERRING BOOKINGS If you are prevented from travelling, you may transfer the place on the booking to someone else, subject to the conditions and charges set out in the full booking conditions. CANCELLING YOUR HOLIDAY Cancellations must be notified by the lead name. Any notification by telephone must also be confirmed in writing or by e-mail within 24 hours by the lead name. Cancellation will take effect from the working day we receive your notification provided that written confirmation of any telephone cancellation is received by us within 24 hours of the original notification. Cancellation charges will then be
payable as shown in our full booking conditions. DELAY AND DENIED BOARDING REGULATIONS In the event of any flight delay or cancellation at your UK or overseas point of departure, the airline is responsible for providing such assistance as is legally required by the Denied Boarding Regulations (see below). The ferry, tunnel or rail operator is similarly responsible in relation to any delayed or cancelled sea crossing or international rail departure. Except where otherwise stated in our brochure or on our website, we regret we cannot provide any assistance in such circumstances other than information and advice to the extent we are in a position to do so. FLIGHT CHANGES The flight timings shown in our brochure, on our website and/or detailed on your confirmation invoice are for guidance only and are subject to alteration and confirmation. Flight timings are outside our control. They are set by airlines and are subject to various factors. We will advise you of any significant change as soon as we are informed by the airline. Minor timing changes will be shown on the flight tickets. Should the changes involve a material reduction of your holiday duration, we will offer you a refund of any applicable costs. Any change in the identity of the airline, flight timings and/or aircraft type (if advised) will not entitle you to cancel or change to other arrangements without paying our normal charges except where specified in these conditions. IF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY We reserve the right to make changes to and cancel confirmed holidays. Most changes are minor but may occasionally be significant. Examples of significant changes are shown in our full booking conditions. Some of our holidays require a minimum number of participants to enable us to operate them; if the minimum number is not reached, we are entitled to cancel. We will notify you or your travel agent of cancellation for this reason no later than 70 days prior to departure. If we have to make a significant change or cancel, we will tell you as soon as possible. If there is time to do so before departure, we will offer you the choice of (a) accepting the changed arrangements; or (b) purchasing an alternative holiday from us (paying or receiving a refund in respect of any price difference); or (c) cancelling or accepting the cancellation in which case you will receive a full and quick refund of all monies you have paid to us. If we have to make a significant change or cancel we will, where compensation is appropriate, pay you the compensation payments shown in our full booking conditions depending on the circumstances and when the significant change or cancellation is notified to you subject to the following exceptions. Compensation will not be payable and no liability beyond offering the above mentioned choices can be accepted where (1) we are forced to make a change or cancel as a result of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which we could not have avoided even with all due care or (2) we have to cancel because the minimum number of bookings necessary for us to operate your holiday has not been reached (see above). Other exceptions apply as referred to in our full booking conditions. FORCE MAJEURE Except where otherwise expressly stated in these booking conditions, we regret we cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our obligations under our contract with you is prevented or affected by or you otherwise suffer any damage, loss or expense of any nature as a result of “force majeure”. In these booking conditions, “force majeure” means any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events are likely to include (whether actual or threatened) war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, adverse weather conditions, fire, closure, restriction or congestion of airspace, airports and ports and all other events outside our control. Force majeure also includes the UK Foreign Office advising against all travel or all but essential travel to any country, region or destination. OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU FOR YOUR HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS (a) We promise to make sure that the holiday arrangements we have agreed to make, perform or provide as applicable as part of our contract with you are made, performed
or provided with reasonable skill and care. This means that, subject to these booking conditions, we will accept responsibility if, for example, you suffer death or personal injury or your contracted holiday arrangements are not provided as promised or prove deficient as a result of the failure of ourselves, our employees, agents or suppliers to use reasonable skill and care in making, performing or providing, as applicable, your contracted holiday arrangements. It is your responsibility to show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make a claim against us. We will only be responsible for what our employees, agents and suppliers do or do not do if they were at the time acting within the course of their employment (for employees) or carrying out work we had asked them to do (for agents and suppliers).(b) We will not be responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss (including without limitation, loss of enjoyment or possessions), damage, expense, cost or other sum or claim of any description whatsoever which results from any of the following: - the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected or any member(s) of their party or the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of your holiday and which were unforeseeable or unavoidable or ‘force majeure’ as defined above. (c ) For claims which do not involve personal injury, illness or death, the most we will have to pay if we are liable to you is twice the price the person affected paid for their holiday (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We will only have to pay this maximum amount if everything has gone wrong and you have received no benefit from your holiday. Where enjoyment of only some days has been affected, we will refund reasonable related expenses and pay a daily sum of compensation up to £50 per day per person affected. (d) Subject to (b) above, if you are killed, injured or become ill during or as a result of, carriage (including the process of getting on and/or off the transport concerned) by aircraft, ship or train forming part of the holiday arrangements booked before departure from the UK and to which any international convention or EU regulation applies, our liability (including the maximum amount of compensation we will have to pay you, the types of claim and the circumstances in which compensation will be payable) will be limited as if we were the carrier in question. The most we will have to pay you for that claim or that part of a claim if we are found liable to you on any basis is the most the carrier concerned would have to pay under the international convention or EU regulation which applies to the travel arrangements in question (for example, the Warsaw Convention as amended or unamended and the Montreal Convention for international travel by air and/ or for airlines with an operating licence granted by an EU country, the EC Regulation on Air Carrier Liability No 889/2002 for national and international travel by air, the Athens Convention (as amended by the 2002 protocol where applicable) and EC Regulation 392/2009 for travel by sea and COTIF, the Convention on International Travel by Rail). Where a carrier would not be obliged to make any payment to you under the applicable international convention or EU regulation in respect of a claim or part of a claim, we similarly are not obliged to make a payment to you for that claim or part of the claim. When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the carrier for the claim in question. Copies of the applicable international conventions and EU regulations are available from us on request. (e) Please note, we cannot accept responsibility for any services which do not form part of our contract. This includes, for example, any additional services or facilities which your hotel or any other supplier agrees to provide for you where the services or facilities are not advertised by us as forming part of your holiday and we have not agreed to arrange them as part of our contract and any excursion you purchase in resort. In addition, regardless of any wording used by us on our website, in any advertising material or elsewhere, we only promise to use reasonable skill and care as set out above and we do not have any greater or different liability to you. (f ) Our suppliers (such as airlines, accommodation or transport providers) have their own booking conditions or conditions of carriage, and these conditions are binding between you and the supplier. Some of these conditions may limit or remove the relevant transport provider’s or other supplier’s liability to you. You can get copies of such conditions from our offices, or the offices of the relevant supplier. (g) Operational decisions may be taken by air carriers and airports resulting in delays, diversions or rescheduling. Carrier has no control over such decisions, and is therefore unable to accept responsibility for them. Where, as a result of force majeure we are obliged to change or end your holiday after departure, but before the end of your holiday (which we must reserve the right to do), we will not pay
compensation or refunds (unless and to the extent that any refunds are obtained from suppliers) or reimburse you for expenses incurred. You should have adequate travel insurance for your holiday and claim via your insurance company for any loss or damage to luggage and/or personal possessions or for any expenses incurred. In the event that any claim is made directly with us, our liability to pay compensation and/or the amount of compensation will be limited in accordance with the conventions referred to in (d) where applicable. EXPERIENCES FORMING PART OF YOUR HOLIDAY Please see our full booking conditions for applicable terms. LOCALLY BOOKED EXCURSIONS/ACTIVITIES AND EXPERIENCES NOT FORMING PART OF YOUR HOLIDAY Whilst on holiday, you may be offered the opportunity to buy optional excursions and activities. Your contract for these will be with the local provider and will be subject to the provider’s terms and conditions, some of which may exclude or limit its liability to you, and will be governed by local law and jurisdiction. We accept no liability for any breach of contract or negligent act or omission of any provider. Some excursions/activities may contain an element of risk or require a good level of physical fitness. If in doubt, you should make direct inquiries with the local provider before deciding to buy, and check that you are covered by your travel insurance policy. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT If you have cause for complaint whilst on holiday, you must bring it to the attention of our local representative and/ or the supplier (eg hotel manager) immediately, or call the emergency contact number provided in your travel documents. They will do their best to rectify the situation. If you do not raise concerns immediately, this may affect our ability to investigate and take remedial action and it may impact on the way your complaint is dealt with. If you remain dissatisfied, you should send us a complaint in writing within 28 days of the completion of the holiday. Please remember to quote your holiday booking number and daytime telephone number. If your complaint cannot be resolved, you may use the ABTA arbitration scheme which is summarised in our full booking conditions. Full details are available on request or from www.abta.com LAW AND JURISDICTION We both agree that English law (and no other) will apply to your contract and to any dispute, claim or other matter of any description which arises between us (“claim”) (except as set out below). We both also agree that any claim (and whether or not involving any personal injury) must be dealt with under the ABTA arbitration scheme (if the scheme is available for the claim in question and you wish to use it – see above) or by the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and claim governed by the law of Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you do not so choose, English law will apply). DATA PROTECTION POLICY For the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998, we are a data controller. Our full Data Protection Policy appears on our website and the following is a summary only. Appropriate personal data will be passed on to the relevant suppliers and any other third party who need to know it so that your holiday can be provided. The information may also be provided to government / public authorities such as customs, immigration and the security services or as required by law. We may disclose personal data to companies in the Kuoni Group. Other than in relation to government / public authorities, we will take appropriate steps which are intended to ensure that anyone to whom we pass your personal data for any reason agrees to keep it secure and only uses it for the purposes of providing their services. If we cannot pass on personal data, we will be unable to fulfil your booking. In making your booking, you consent to personal data being passed on to the relevant suppliers and other third parties. We take appropriate technical and organisational measures which are intended to prevent unauthorised or unlawful processing of personal data and accidental loss or destruction of, or damage to, personal data. Your personal data may be stored, used and otherwise processed within the UK and/or any other country(ies) of the European Economic Area (EEA). We may also store, use or otherwise process personal data outside the EEA. Data protection laws may not be as strong outside the EEA as they are in the EEA.
We would also like to store and use your personal data for future marketing purposes unless you have told us that you do not wish us to do so. If you do not wish to receive future marketing material, please write to us or e-mail aspects@carrier.co.uk. For our latest Booking Conditions please visit our website www.carrier.co.uk/booking-conditions
Essential Information USA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The US Government has strict entry regulations which must be adhered to. Please note if you or your dependants do not have the appropriate personal documentation the US Customs will not allow entry. Please see some guidelines below and for full advice visit the US Embassy website on www.uk.usembassy.gov or phone 0207 499 9000. •
All passports must be valid ePassport, machine readable with a digital photograph and an electronic chip. You can check the validity of your passport on the useful link on the US Embassy website. A passport indicating that the bearer is a British Subject, British Dependant Territories Citizen, British Overseas Territories Citizen, British Overseas Citizen, British National (Overseas) or British Protected Person does not qualify for travel without a visa or someone who has indefinite leave to remain in the UK. NB: Some passports issued by British Consular posts abroad may not be machine readable – please check with the UK Passport Service on 0300 222 0000 or www.gov.uk/passport-adviceline for further information.
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Also applicable to passengers in transit in the US. The US Government requires advance passenger information detailing your country of residence, as well as postal address of the first hotel where you will be staying in the US, which can be found on the contacts page of your final itinerary. This information will be collected by the airline upon check-in and will also be required on the Visa Waiver form on the aircraft. Finger scanning and Facial recognition is a standard security process for all travellers to the US on arrival. British Citizens holding a UK passport can enter under visa waiver program and do not require a visa prior to travel providing: † Duration of stay is no more than 90 days and the traveller has a valid onward or return ticket. † Travel is for business, tourism or transit only. † Traveller is not a journalist or seeking employment. † Traveller has never been arrested, refused entry or deported from the US or previously violated the terms of admission under the visa waiver program
ESTA — ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION It is compulsory for all British Citizen passport holders to obtain an electronic travel authorisation prior to boarding a carrier to travel by air or sea to the US under the visa waiver program and also includes passengers in transit to/from the US. Applications can be submitted anytime however we recommend no later than 72 hours prior to travel. For further information and to apply online visit https://esta. cbp.dhs.gov This does NOT however include British Subjects, British Dependent Territories Citizens, British Overseas Territories Citizens, British Overseas Citizens, British National (Overseas) and British Protected Persons passport holders who must have full visas if they want to travel to the US and should contact the US embassy for more information. IMPORTANT NOTE; Not all British citizens holding a British passport will qualify for the Visa Waiver Program. You will need to apply for a visa if you have ever been arrested (even if you were not convicted of an offence) or have a criminal record of any description. Other exceptions apply. If you are in any doubt as to whether you require a visa, please contact the US Embassy. If you are denied boarding on your flight or entry to the US due to failure to satisfy US entry requirements, full cancellation charges will apply and you will be responsible for all charges and expenses arising as a result. CANADIAN ENTRY REQUIREMENTS If you have committed or been convicted of a criminal offence including driving whilst impaired, you may be prohibited from entering Canada. It is compulsory for all British Citizen passport holders to obtain an electronic travel authorisation prior to travel. For further information please contact the Canadian High Commission on 0207 004 6000.
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