Welcome to our monthly Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific Elite News & Events update for November 2011.

2011 is rushing by and 2012 is almost with us. To all our Hindu Friends this Deepavali, we wish you a joyous celebration of the Festival of Light… Shubh Diwali!

Traditionally this brings us to the very busy festive season, with Hari Raya Haji, Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year celebrations gearing up. Keep an eye out for our Elite Celebrations packages coming in the very near future, some very Elite ways to celebrate our worlds cultures.

This month we will be introducing you to an exciting new chapter in Elite Resorts young life. Mid-November, in conjunction with Lightfoot Travel, we will be introducing E.T.C – Elite Travel Consultancy.

E.T.C provides personalised travel planners who will intuitively create your Elite travel bookings in a bespoke style. You can customise your travel plans from start to finish.

If you are a dive fanatic, what could be more exciting than diving on a rarely visited ship wreck, while staying on your own private island in the Maldives? E.T.C can make it happen for you.

Perhaps hiring a private jet for a simple but spectacular escape with a special friend is more to your liking? Then leave it all in the capable hands of E.T.C. They can help make your dreams come true!

All you have to do is click on the E.T.C button on your selected Elite Resort and you will be rafting the whitewater on the Himalayas or petting your own elephant in no time!

Elite Episodes brings us an amazing offer from The Empire Hotel & Country Club in Brunei.

Elite Living epitomizes the Elite Life and what better way to enjoy this than with your own private residence. The Six Senses Residence Con Dao, located on the South Coast of Vietnam, provides the best of luxury living set amongst the unspoiled natural beauty of Vietnam’s natural Marine Park.

The Elite Experiences and E.T.C showcases the amazing Elite Experiences to enjoy at the Huka Lodge in Taupo New Zealand.

Finally, enjoy this months Elite Insider, with information on the Sankara Hotel & Spa Ryokan in Japan, and our Elitist author Joy’s excellent series; Once in a Blue Moon Matters of the Heart Part 3, India.

Keep an eye on the Elite Resorts website in the next few weeks for new resorts and more exciting announcements Please continue to share and introduce your friends to the Elite world!

Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific presents Pangkor Laut Private Island Elite Episode

Set on the private island of Pangkor Laut, here you will find no other resorts – just secluded bays curled around pristine beaches, evening skies etched with colour, and a deep sense of serenity reserved exclusively for our guests. A combination of luxury, natural beauty and age-old wilderness woven together to produce an environment where peace and magically memorable moments are the currency.

Elite Episode - Your Luxury Estate On a Private Island

An exceptional one week package at the award-winning Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia.

Discover what makes The Estates at Pangkor Laut feel like paradise as YTL Hotels offers guests an exclusive seven-night getaway. Arrive in Pangkor Laut in style with the inclusion of a two-way transfer from Subang Airport, Kuala Lumpur on the newly acquired AgustaWestland 139 twin-engine helicopter. Relax in one of the eight Estates and be pampered with a host of activities throughout the week.

The Estates at Pangkor Laut is offering a week of pure luxury. Enjoy a scenic two-way transfer by helicopter from Subang Airport Kuala Lumpur, directly to the Island. With each Estate, there is a personal butler to provide bespoke service throughout the stay. Dining is a gourmet adventure with the aroma of freshly baked bread, exotic tropical fruits, fresh seafood and several dining options around the Island with cuisine from Thai and Malaysian, to Chinese and Western. The week’s package includes all food and non-alcoholic beverage in all restaurants or In-Villa dining for 6 to 8 people for 7 nights (excluding alcoholic beverages), as well as an overnight stay at sea on the luxury yacht, the ‘YTL Lady’; a day filled with spa treatments at the award-winning Spa Village or a deep sea fishing expedition.

To make a reservation and for further details for this incredible episode visit the Your Luxury Estate On a Private Island Elite Episode today!.

For more details about this amazing Elite Resort please visit Pangkor Laut page at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

Welcome to our monthly Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific Elite News & Events update for October 2011.

We commence this last quarter of 2011 with an amazing array of creative and unique travel options. Ready for you to plan your last holiday of the year, before the end of year rush overtakes us all!

First, is the all inclusive ‘Your Luxury Estate On a Private Island’ from Pangkor Laut Resort Malaysia, it includes private helicopter transfers, private Estate accommodation for 7 nights, all F&B (excluding Alcohol) for up to 8 people and a almost endless variety of unique inclusions. An incredible Elite Episode perfectly designed to celebrate, with friends or associates, End of Year, Christmas, C.N.Y, or a personal special occasion.

New Zealand provides us with amazing lifestyle Featured Resort, to celebrate the Mana of the nation. The Featured Resort, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs New Zealand Lifestyle Packages, include, Couples Retreats, Spa Treatments, Fishing Adventures and Family Indulgences aimed to rejuvenate the soul in Gods Country. You can experience your personal heaven at either Cape Kidnappers, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs or Matakauri Lodge. The PURE beauty of New Zealand with Elite style sophistication. A perfect ‘recovery’ from the Rugby World Cup party before the ‘ON ON’ towards years end.

Elite Luxury Alliance, introduces the Private Jets of Mjets, to allow you to travel in Elite Style, while Elite Living destinations, offers Six Senses Private Residences, on the Laamu Atoll, Maldives. This is to truly “Live Elite.”

Our Elite Reporter Joy continues the Once In a Blue Moon series, this time looking at the Elite Resorts of Thailand, whilst our Elite Insider continues to explore the mysticism of the Japanese Ryokans, this time at Niki Club.

As always please do share this E newsletter with all and enjoy the Elite World this October!

Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific presents Silversea Silver Savings Elite Episode

Silversea creates exceptional ocean journeys with unique opportunities to explore remote ports-of-call from an intimate haven of incomparable luxury, each voyage a unique masterpiece. Discover genuine European expertise reflected in every detail, from our tranquil all-suite accommodation and uncompromising service to distinctive fine dining and a carefree all-inclusive philosophy.

There is no better time than now to take that Once in a Lifetime cruise you have been dreaming about!

Silversea Cruises, recognised as the best of the best small luxury cruise ships, has released, for a limited time only, their “Silversea Silver Savings of up to 65%”

And in almost all cases a Passport to Luxury Onboard Spending Credit of of up to US$1,000 is included in your fare. So experience Silversea Elite Cruise quality, their itineraries, the all inclusiveness, their newly rejuvenated ship, Silver Shadow and the ‘no expense spared’ nature of Silversea to ensure the comfort and happiness of your Silversea Experience.

This is that once in a lifetime Experience!

To join these Experiences follow this link to sign up to become a friend of Elite.

Silversea’s All-inclusive Lifestyle

• Intimate ships from 296 to 540 guests
• All ocean-view suites, over 85% with private verandas
• Butler service for every suite, every guest
• Complimentary wine, champagne and spirits
• In-suite bar with your beverage preferences
• Open-seating restaurant with menu selections by Relais & Châteaux
• A choice of speciality restaurants
• Included gratuities

Passport to Luxury Onboard Spending Credit options

• Spa treatments
• Specialty restaurants
• Premium spirits and rare vintages from the Connoisseur’s List
• Silver Shore excursions (none are excluded)
• Boutique purchases
• Internet packages
• Laundry service
• Personal fitness training
• Direct-dial phone calls

To view the exclusive packages, just click on the following link, Silversea Silver Savings, then make your booking using the buttons on the bottom right of the page.

For more details about this amazing Elite Cruise please visit Silversea page at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific presents the reopening of Dolphin Island Fiji.

Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific & the Huka Retreats are proud to announce the re-launch of Dolphin Island, Fiji. This stunning 13-acre private retreat now re-joins sister properties Huka Lodge, New Zealand and Grande Provence Estate, South Africa following an extensive period of renovation and refurbishment. The property now boasts a magnificent new presence and offers a maximum of just eight guests the ultimate private Pacific island experience, on an exclusive-use basis.

Located just 20 minutes by boat from shore, on the tip of Viti Levu, Dolphin Island nestles like a precious jewel, surrounded by crystal-clear waters. Guests arrive by the island’s own private boat and are immediately enveloped by the beauty and luxurious accommodation that awaits.

The main bure, with its fabulous traditional palm-thatched roof and architecturally detailed elevation holds centre court, with a pair of equally picturesque guest bure suites sitting to each side in perfect harmony. This group of buildings are at one with the landscape and every aspect of their design ensures perfect enjoyment of the island’s nurturing and lush natural landscape.

Dolphin Island Reopening Special!

To celebrate the Reopening of this amazing resort and between 1 July – 12 December 2011, Dolphin Island is offering a 3 for 4 Package meaning you pay for a 3 night stay and receive the 4th night free!

As well as this Elite Episode, Dolphin is offering some fantastic package rates, Rates for 1 January 2011 – 31 March 2012:

• One room – AU$7,500
• Two rooms – AU$9,000
• Three rooms – AU$10,500
• Four rooms – AU$12,000

For further package details and to make a booking visit the Dolphin Island Elite Episode page at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific

For reservations or more details about this amazing Elite Resort please visit Dolphin Island page at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.