Archive for October, 2009

Rendezvous St Lucia emerges from $15million Makeover

Monday, October 26th, 2009

For a couple looking for an all inclusive Caribbean holiday the Rendezvous St Lucia has always been at the top of the list.  Earlier this month the resort opened its doors again after a huge renovation and upgrade. For repeat visitors there is always a slight feeling of trepidation when a favoured resort undergoes a revamp. You can breathe easy as the Rendezvous has lost none of its beautiful boutique charm.

While retaining all of the features that we love, the Rendezvous renovation has been enhanced with the addition of new and luxurious facilities. You’ll find that the new reception area boasts a chic new look while retaining all of the charm and elegance that is this resort hallmark.

To add to its already highly rated facilities, Rendezvous now can boast its own luxury spa. Housed in a classical West Indian colonial building these new spa facilities rival those of the resort’s sister hotel The Body Holiday Lesport. The range of treatments here offers a full body treatment of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Just next to the spa is a lovely free form pool. The word “pool” doesn’t do justice to the sweeping sculptured river which flows along through rockery gardens and is dotted with little islands. Couples can find romantic seclusion in the smooth stoned gardens and top up their tan by sunbathing on one of the islands. To compliment the popular beach-waiter service the hotel now also offers a water-waiter service. So your relaxation in the new pool area is not interrupted by trips to the bar for fruity cocktails.

We think that returning travellers will find that Rendezvous St Lucia is still a dream Caribbean holiday destination. If you’ve never tried this slice of paradise before we are certain it will become a favourite after your very first visit.

Holiday Inn Male opens in the Maldives

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

The Maldives is world famous for the stunning secluded island resorts, but there is so much more to this beautiful country.  We always suggest that you spend a few days of your Maldives holiday in the capital Male. Thanks to the newest hotel in the Holiday Inn family you can stay in style and comfort at the heart of the Maldives capital.

Holiday Inn Male opened its doors to guests last month. As Male’s newest and tallest hotel it is already proving highly popular with holiday makers who want to see the cultural and historical sites that Male has to offer. A gentle stroll through the markets will bring you face to face with the Presidential Palace, the Old Friday Mosque and Sultan Park. A visit to these wondrous places is highly recommended.

Located by the harbour front the Holiday Inn Male is right in the heart of the hustle and bustle that defines any capital city. By stepping through the hotel’s doors you leave all that behind you and enter an oasis of peaceful tranquillity.  At the stylish reception desk you’ll find friendly and welcoming staff, whose high level of customer care training shows in their easy manners and attention to detail.

The elegant reception decor of creams and dark woods is continued throughout the hotel. This gives the rooms and suites a comforting and soothing ambience that aids your relaxation. In the dining rooms and lounges this decor has a chic modern edge that reflects the Holiday Inn Male’s air of easy elegance. The dining options have a cosmopolitan feel.  Ranging from an international breakfast buffet and all day Asian dining in the Lime restaurant to the European and Japanese fusion found in the Azur Rooftop Restaurant. For a light snack try the Panini Lobby Cafe, which has a fantastic range of sandwiches and serves a great latte.

As with most new hotels the Holiday Inn Male boasts an infinity edge pool and as seasoned travellers these are something we have become accustomed too. However, this rooftop infinity edge pool will take your breath away. As the tallest building in Male the Holiday Inn offers unrivalled views over the surrounding Indian Ocean.  Taking a dip in the infinity edge pool immerses you in the jaw dropping beauty of these views in a way that has to be experienced to be believed.

So whether you take a few days in Male at the start or at the end of your Maldives holiday the Holiday Inn provides the perfect setting for you to enjoy this island capital.