Welcome to our monthly E newsletter for September.
As the Southern Hemisphere begins to emerge from Winter to Spring, and the Northern heads out of one of the hottest summers on record it’s great to reflect upon the events of 2010 in our Elite World.
In order to present all of these events, Elite has developed a truly informative Elite Library!. In this amazing new addition to our site, our library holds articles, media clippings, images, destination ideas, facts, figures, videos – you name it!
If we have found it, it’s in the Elite Library
This section is open to all as we continue the online culture of sharing information and providing a quality, informative source of travel and leisure entertainment. So please come, have a look around. Fortunately, in this library, there is no one to shsh… you at all! The library is a continual work in progress so please check back now and then to find what great new articles and features we have discovered!
September also brings with it 4 new Elite Resorts. We are so very pleased to introduce Ananda in the Himalayas, The Maharajas Express, Elites luxury train of India, The Royal Residence, Nusa Dua, Bali, and the unique Tree of Life Resort & Spa, India.
These are all wonderful additions to our Elite World including our first member luxury train. Please take time to explore these uniquely outstanding resorts.
Why not visit them, after all at this point in the year it is the best time to pause and recharge those batteries before we look towards 2011!
Our interesting Elite Insider today comes to us from the Karma Kandara, Bali as General Manager, James Sullivan-Tailyour, lets us in on which villa has the best sunset to share with your loved ones.
So please read on and Enjoy this September E, share this newsletter with your friends and family and do remember if you want to include your friends in this Elite world, please tell them to get their copy of E all they have to do is sign up at I WANT MY E!, visit the Elite Blog to discuss the Elite World and have a great month!
Thank you from all the Elite Team.
Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific launches the Elite Library
We are proud to launch our new Elite Library. A depository for all information related to the Elite World.
Encompassing video, Press releases, magazine or newspaper articles, the Elite Library functions as a visual and informative representation of the resorts and destinations that create the Elite World.
This is a work in progress and always will be and we do encourage our readers out there to send us any information you feel is relevant to a Elite resort or an Elite destination or anything else you may think is interesting and will of course give credit where it is due.
Here is an example of one of the new destination articles you can find in the Elite Library:
5 Of The Best Sights In Singapore:The tiny country of Singapore is in South East Asia but many could spend hours trying to locate it on a map. This is because it is signified only as a little dot even though the country has become increasingly prominent on the world stage. Many now regard Singapore as a very modern, clean and efficient country with strong governance.
Article author care of Chin Hock.
Please enjoy our vision of an Elite Library
Featured Elite Episode – Banyan Tree Phuket – DoublePool Villas Package Elite Episode!
Banyan Tree Phuket – DoublePool Villas Package Elite Episode!
Banyan Tree Phuket provides guests with a Sanctuary for the Senses. The sight, sound, touch, smell and taste will be stimulated as you experience a holistic and sensual sojourn that promises to ignite passion and romance. Relax pool side in your villa private villa, indulge with a pampering spa treatment or explore the many attractions of the island. Laguna Tours offers multitude of excursions, be it a day trip to Phi-Phi Island, Phang-Nga Bay or Similand Island by speedboat or a Phuket tour to discover the island cultural richness.
With minimum 2 nights stay, booked at Best Available Rates (BAR), enjoy:
- One complimentary set dinner for 02 persons at Saffron for 1 bedroom DPV
- One complimentary set dinner for 04 persons at Saffron for 2 bedroom DPV
- One complimentary set dinner for 06 persons at Saffron for 3 bedroom DPV
To find out more about this amazing Elite Resort please visit Banyan Tree Phuket at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific. For further offer details please visit Banyan Tree Phuket Elite Episode!
Featured Elite Episode – Ananda in the Himalayas – Elite Episode Offer!
A unique destination spa located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills, close to the spiritual cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, Ananda is surrounded by graceful Sal forests and majestic Himalayan mountains. Overlooking the holy river Ganga as it meanders into the distance. Ananda is not just a retreat that will leave you breathless with the enchantment of its surroundings, but assists in redefining lifestyles through its renowned well programs.
For all stays of 5 nights and above till 24th December 2010:
- A complimentary upgrade (from Deluxe Palace View Room to Deluxe Valley View Room, from Ananda Suite to Viceregal Suite and from Viceregal Suite to One-Bedroom Villa with pool). The upgrades are subject to availability at the time of arrival at the resort.
- One unique dining experience for the couple – a private dinner by the Poolside or on the Viceregal Terrace (Palace wing) or at our Music Pavillion
To find out more about this amazing Elite Resort please visit Ananda in the Himalayas at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.To read the full details of this incredible Elite Episode and for available dates, terms and conditions and reservation links please click here.
Featured Elite Insider – Karma Kandara, Bali
Karma Kandara, Bali General Manager, James Sullivan-Tailyour
Born in Singapore and educated in the United Kingdom, James brings more than 20 years’ experience in five-star resorts and hotels to his role as General Manager of Karma Kandara in Bali. His career has included management roles with major hotel companies in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, such as InterContinental, Hilton, Six Senses, and The Vijitt Resort in Thailand, and most recently as Managing Director of Ayanna Hotel Management Consultants in Asia, supporting the opening of a one of a kind residential meditation centre in Phuket.
Favourite villa:It’s difficult to choose because each one is unique and magical, but our two Grand Cliff-Front Residences, perched 85 metres above the Indian Ocean, are probably the best I’ve ever seen. Offering one of the most breathtaking views on the island, these five- and six-bedroom villas are superbly appointed with large infinity-edge pools. Each villa is different – one is very much a lifestyle villa with a contemporary feel, while the other offers the ultimate in luxury. Each has a private screening room, one has a wine cellar, and the other its own spa. As with all the villas at Karma Kandara, they’re equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, home theatre systems and wi-fi internet, although the sound of the rolling surf may be the only music you need.
Best villa for sunrise or sunset:Any of our three Cliff Front Villas – they all face west – with the most incredible panoramas that will take your breath away, especially at sunset when the sky lights up with fiery colours. The entire resort is designed to make the most of the views, so whether you’re down on the beach, lounging by the main pool, in our Veritas wine lounge or signature di Mare restaurant, you’ll have equally stunning views of the sun dipping into the sea.
Best beach:Kandara’s beach is consistently rated as the best in Bali, and for the third year running we’ve been voted among the world’s top beaches. Geger Beach, at the southern end of Nusa Dua, is also very beautiful. It’s a little cove protected by a reef creating a lagoon-like beach, and is bustling with hard-working seaweed farmers. Very photogenic! While the reef has some of Bali’s most powerful waves, the beach is totally safe making it a great place for families to relax.
Most romantic spot in the resort:While Kandara didn’t invent the word “romantic”, we do have a few special places. One of the private pavilions at our Nammos Beach Club with cocktails, fresh oysters from the oyster bar, and a seafood lunch prepared by our chef is fabulous. At sunset, the North African-inspired Temple Lounge is a super place to relax with stunning views over the ocean. Alternatively, let our Executive Chef Simon Blaby and his culinary team prepare a magical private barbecue in your villa or down on the beach.
To find out more Elite Insider information about this Elite Resort please click here.
Elite travellers seek the extraordinary, they desire excitement, motivation and learning and mostly they demand excellence in style, grace and service. As such, Elite Resorts must not be limited to a commoditised or standard formula but rather seek the bold, refined and yet special in character. Simply put, Elite Resorts must be as unique as their customer and as diverse as the country and setting for which they reside. From boutiques, to ranches, to tents, ships, trains, safaris and even private islands – Elite Resorts will have something for you!
- The Amala
- Ananda in the Himalayas
- Angsana Velavaru
- AYANA Resort and Spa
- The Balé
- Banyan Tree Hangzhou
- Banyan Tree Lijiang
- Banyan Tree Madivaru
- Banyan Tree Phuket
- Banyan Tree Ringha
- Banyan Tree Samui
- Banyan Tree Sanya
- Capella
- Dolphin Island
- The Empire Hotel & Country Club
- Hayman Great Barrier Reef
- Huka Lodge
- Huvafen Fushi by Per AQUUM
- Karma Jimbaran
- Karma Kandara
- Karma Samui
- Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi
- Mandarin Oriental Sanya
- The Royal Residence, Nusa Dua, Bali
- Orion Expedition Cruises
- The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra
- The Oberoi Rajvilas Jaipur
- The Oberoi Udaivilas Udaipur
- The Oberoi Vanyavilas Ranthambhore
- Pangkor Laut Resort
- The Samaya
- The Serai
- Silversea
- Tree of Life Resort & Spa
- Trisara
