Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific presents Cape Kidnappers, New Zealand

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is one of the world’s extraordinary top luxury destinations, set on a 6,000 acre sheep and cattle farm with breath-taking views over the Pacific in the Hawke’s Bay wine region, a stay at Cape Kidnappers is truly “farm luxe” at its best. With just 24 ultra-comfortable and spacious lodge suites and a four bedroom “Owner’s Cottage”, all with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. This stunning Lodge exterior resembles a cluster of farm buildings and exudes great character the interior giving way to beautifully appointed and graciously scaled lounge and dining rooms, full of natural light and perfectly designed to capture the unparalleled views.

Food and wine are highlights of any visit – The Farm offers gourmet à la carte dining in a number of unique lodge locations and there is also a wine tasting room and cellar showcasing top wines from New Zealand and beyond. The Tom Doak designed Cape Kidnappers Golf Course has international status as a “must play” course, voted 27th in the world by Golf Magazine.

Cape Kidnappers Elite Episode

– A Kiwi Retreat!
Friends with Benefits

To celebrate Cape Kidnappers membership with Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific, you can take advantage of some exclusive packages for a Kiwi Retreat! When making your reservation quote “ELITE” & all three lodges will welcome you with a complimentary bottle of New Zealand wine.

Treat yourself to the most memorable luxury lodge experience in New Zealand, by taking advantage of one of our special accommodation packages below. These value-added packages represent great value, and we trust that one of the following inspires you to visit New Zealand.

KIWI RETREAT 1 – The Ultimate New Zealand Package

Experience the very best of New Zealand – Three fabulous lodges, three spectacular settings, and nine glorious nights. Stay nine nights across the three luxury lodges and take advantage of some special offers within one unforgettable ultimate New Zealand adventure including your choice of a quintessential New Zealand adventure at each property. From NZ$6,995 +GST per person for 9 nights.

KIWI RETREAT 2 – Winter Ski at Matakauri Lodge

Days of perfect skiing then back to Matakauri lodge for après ski, what could be better? Be quick to take advantage of this amazing value at Matakauri Lodge. The Winter Ski package is an all-inclusive offer with suite accommodation, transfers to/ from Coronet Peak from Matakauri Lodge, a 50-minute massage per person per night, pre-dinner drinks and canapés, dinner, full breakfast and complimentary non- alcoholic mini- bar and use of lodge facilities. From NZ$750+ 15% GST pp/pn. Available now to 31 August 2011.

For reservations or more details about this amazing package offer please visit Cape Kidnappers Elite Episode.

For more information on this amazing Elite Resort please visit the Cape Kidnappers at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

And don’t forget to Enter the massive Live Elite Competition on Facebook for a chance to win one of 4 accommodation packages. Just ‘Like’ the Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific Facebook Page and find out entry details at our Live Elite – Snow page.

This is your chance to ‘Live Elite’ and experience some of the most amazing resorts in the Asia Pacific region, courtesy of Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

Prize Details:
The prize for the Live Elite competition for July 2011 is a 4 day / 3 night experience at the amazing Green Leaf Niseko Village in Japan.

The Green Leaf Niseko Village

Located at the base of Mount Niseko An’nupuri in Japan, The Green Leaf Niseko Village is a dynamic 200-room destination hotel. Orchestrated by award-winning New York based firm Champalimaud Design, renowned for creating distinctive interiors that complement their unique setting, The Green Leaf Niseko Village reflects everything a winter break should stand for.

Contemporarily redesigned to embrace the creative touch of renowned local artists, original works by Soichiro Tomioka and graphic installations by Emi Shiratori are featured throughout the hotel.

This vibrant hotel provides ski-in ski-out accommodation right at the base of the Niseko Village ski area, a spa, an authentic onsen and excellent access to the finest powder snow in the world.

To find out more about this amazing Elite Resort please visit The Green Leaf Niseko Village at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

Enter ‘Live Elite’

Competition Details:

• ‘Like’ Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific, authorise the ‘Live Elite’ application – (10 points – *required)
• Subscribe to our monthly ‘E’ Email Newsletter – (10 points – *optional)
• Invite your friends to enter ‘Live Elite’ through our application and increase your chances to win – (10 points per referral – *optional)
• Share the ‘Live Elite’ competition details on Facebook or Twitter and increase your chances to win – (5 points per referral – *optional)

Competition Starts
July 01, 2011 @ 09:00 am (SGT)

Competition Ends
July 31, 2011 @ 11:59 pm (SGT)

Proud member of Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific, the majestic Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai has been featured in an episode of the hit primetime TV reality show The Bachelorette, Season 7.

Viewers of the ABC romance reality series’ seventh edition, which aired this week got watch the latest installment in bachelorette Ashley Hebert’s search for love unfold within the resort’s luxurious setting. This series of The Bachelorette, which started off in Los Angeles, focuses on exotic locations in Asia. Chiang Mai and Phuket feature as the only destinations in Thailand.

Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai and the Tourism Authority of Thailand worked together to help bring The Bachelorette to Thailand and with it, the show’s immense global viewership and following. Ashley and 12 of the hot and eligible men still in the running for her love stayed at the resort in April for two weeks, to film episode five of The Bachelorette.

“Hosting such a popular TV show as The Bachelorette is indeed a great honour for us” noted Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai general manager Greg Liddell. “At the same time, the promotional value for Chiang Mai and Thailand as a holiday destination, considering the show’s enormous viewership, is immense.”

To find out more about this amazing Elite Resort please visit The Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi page at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific presents Hayman Great Barrier Reef Private Beach Villa Elite Episode

Hayman rests at the gateway to the expansive Great Barrier Reef offering an iconic and incomparable natural setting to enjoy unique leisure experiences and rejuvenate.

This island destination offers resort living at its best, international dining in a collection of superb restaurants, and a world-class spa for pampering and relaxation as well as exciting resort and reef activities.

After some amazing additions to this exclusive Australian enclave, Hayman reopens with their fabulous new Beach Villas, offering a fabulous location overlooking the sparkling Coral Sea and beyond with unsurpassed interior appointments, a private pool and personalised Butler Service.

The classic resort is seamlessly integrated with nature, a quality exemplified by these eight new Villas, which are positioned on the rim of Hayman Beach.

Customised service and care ensures a visit to Hayman will be enriched with exquisite moments, both personal and shared.

Hayman Great Barrier Reef Elite Episode

– Hayman Great Barrier Reef Private Beach Villa

Stay a minimum of 3 nights in a Beach Villa and receive private dinner for 2 people (3 – course dinner with one bottle of wine) served on the Villa terrace and in addition a 10 minute scenic helicopter flight over the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef for 2 people.

$1590.00AUD per room per night inclusive of breakfast for 2 people.

This package is valid for Beach Villas / Penthouses and reservations booked made between 1 July – 31 August, for stays between 1 August – 31 March 2012 (excludes 19 Dec – 9 Jan).

For reservations or more details about this amazing package offer please visit Hayman Great Barrier Reef Private Beach Villa Elite Episode.

For more information on this amazing Elite Resort please visit the Hayman Great Barrier Reef at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

And don’t forget to Enter the massive Live Elite Competition on Facebook for a chance to win one of 4 accommodation packages. Just ‘Like’ the Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific Facebook Page and find out entry details at our Live Elite – Spa page.

Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific presents Taj Falaknuma Palace Hyderabad, India

Retrace the steps of Nizams, European royalty, enchanting Begums, distinguished Heads of State and walk the walk of Kings through this Palace in the sky. 2000 feet above Hyderabad, Taj Falaknuma Palace’s 60 beautifully refurbished and lovingly restored rooms allow you to journey into the clouds and into the gilded ages, where grandeur and excess is celebrated and savoured in equal measure.

Those who have revelled in its opulence have revelled in its large Venetian chandeliers, rare furniture, grand marble staircases and gurgling fountains, priceless statues, and objects d’art, stained-glass windows, unique sketches and murals encased in ornate frames, a world-class collection of crystal as well as the elaborate gardens said to be personally conceived by the Nizam. The Palace Library, a replica of the one at Windsor Castle, is a collector’s envy as it is home to the rarest of manuscripts, books and encyclopaedia’s , all of which were selected and brought back by the Nizam himself.

Elite Episode – Taj Falaknuma Palace Royal Retreat Room Packages

To celebrate Taj Falaknuma membership with the Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific, you can take advantage of some exclusive rates for a Royal Retreat!

Royal Retreat Room Rates by category:

• Luxury Room – Single: INR 32000, Double: INR 35000
• Palace Room – Single: INR 35000, Double: INR 38000
• Royal Suite – Single: INR 50000, Double: INR 50000

These room package’s include:

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Airport transfers by Luxury car
• Traditional welcome with non alcoholic welcome drink
• Historical walk
• Complimentary afternoon tea
• 15% discount on spa treatments
• One complimentary dinner per stay
• Bottle of House wine per stay
• 20% discount on Laundry, Telecom, Food and Beverage and car rentals

In addition you will be able to enjoy an complimentary Live Cultural Performance!

For reservations or more details about this amazing Elite Resort please visit Taj Falaknuma Palace Royal Retreat Elite Episode page at Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific.

And don’t forget to Enter the massive Live Elite Competition on Facebook for a chance to win one of 4 accommodation packages. Just ‘Like’ the Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific Facebook Page and find out entry details at our Live Elite – Spa page.