Anguilla
Dresses Up For Winter
Anguilla
is a pristine and private escape wrapped in a beautiful and
brilliant turquoise sea. The island features 33 stunning, powder-soft
white sand beaches, warm and friendly people, a wide range of
first-class lodging options, activities and entertainment that
can provide you with fun long into the night and more.
The
fabulous Caribbean enclave of Anguilla is hotter than ever -
and easier to get to - with increased airlift, major enhancements
and activities to indulge the most discriminating traveler.
The unique combination of spectacular beaches, over the top
cuisine, accommodations to suit every budget and some of the
nicest people on the planet put Anguilla on the top of the must
visit list. Highlights of special offerings and what’s
new island wide for the 2005/2006-winter season include:
Don't
forget that the two best ways to reach Anguilla are via our
local hub, S! t Maarten, with direct non-stop weekly flights
from Toronto on Air Canada Vacations, Air Transat and Skyservice
as well as daily service on US Airways and American Airlines.
Once on St Maarten your option is to take a 20-minute ferry
from the island's French port of Marigot or a 7-minute island
hopper into Wallblake Airport on Anguilla.
American
Eagle Enhances Service Between San Juan & Anguilla. Commencing
December 15, 2005 American will introduce a second flight between
San Juan and Anguilla, three times per week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays
and Saturdays). Flight 5120 will depart San Juan at 1:05 pm
and arrive Anguilla at 2:20 pm and then depart Anguilla 2:05
pm arriving San Juan at 4:05 pm. The second American Eagle flight
will leave San Juan at 8:40 pm arrive Anguilla at 9:45 pm and
depart Anguilla the following morning at 8:00 am arriving San
Juan at 9:10 am.
Kú
To Open next month
The 27-suite Kú, a spirited newcomer on Anguilla set
on Shoal! Bay East beach, is set to open October 15, 2005 (formerly
the! Shoal B ay Beach Resort). A project of the same team who
have guided Cap Juluca to its top ranking among Caribbean hotels,
the luxury hybrid features 775-square-foot air-conditioned suites
featuring oceanfront or ocean view balconies, dining and living
rooms with pullout couch, full kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.
Ku will feature a beachfront pool, a 75-foot beachfront bar,
boutique, provisions shop, a "petit" spa, gym and
dive center. French-influenced Caribbean cuisine will be featured
in the restaurant, which will be open for continental breakfast,
lunch and dinner. From Oct. 15-Dec. 16, 2005, "Celebration
Opening" daily rates, based on double occupancy per suite,
range from US 35-US 75. From Dec. 17, 2005-March 31, 2006 and
April 1-Dec. 14, 2006, rates range from US 95-US 95 and US 60-US
00, respectively. Two children under the age of 7 are free when
staying in the same suite as their parents. Otherwise, an additional
person in the suite ranges from US 5-US 0 per day, depending!
on the season. A 10% gratuity and 10% accommodation tax are
extra.
WHERE
THE GIRLS ARE
Arawak Beach Inn celebrates bachelorettes with a three-night
“Hens Night” getaway for the soon-to-wed and her ladies
in waiting. The three-night getaway starts at US 99 per person
January 3, 2006 through April 16, 2006 based on two rooms for
a group of four (not including tax and service). The party starts
upon arrival with a six-pack of Carib, the Caribbean’s
famous beer, and an assortment of “bachelorette paraphernalia”---
including a veil, feather boa and disposable camera -- in each
of the oceanfront accommodations. Included is a day excursion
to a secluded, uninhabited island. Boasting a gourmet picnic
lunch and transportation on a powerboat captained by one of
Anguilla’s most eligible bachelors, this day trip is the
ultimate escape from pre-wedding stress. Since a night out on
the town is what everyone is looking for, Arawak Beach Inn will
make sure! the girls hit all the hot spots by arming them with
a list of! local b ars for partying around the island. One-day
car rental for exploring the island, daily breakfast and roundtrip
airport or ferry dock transfers are also included. A five-minute
phone call back to the waiting groom is also thrown in to assure
him the wedding is still on.
CAP
JULUCA SETS 2006 GASTRONOMIC CELEBRATION
The monthly event pairs renowned chefs with the world’s
best wines, with dinner personally presented by the chefs and
the winery owners/winemakers. The five day/four night Food and
Wine Lovers Getaway is set for Jan. 3-March 31, 2006, and costs
US ,930-US,505 per couple, depending on accommodations and includes
beachfront accommodations for two; wine and hors d’oeuvres
on arrival; two gala celebrated chef’s dinners for two;
two dinners for two at Cap Juluca’s George’s, Pimms
or Kemia restaurants or from room service (beverages not included);
half-day snorkeling trip to Little Bay Marine Preserve, including
beverages; one group Tai Chi ! class for two; a gift bottle
of wine; taxi transfers to and from the airport or the ferry;
and 10% tax and 10% service charge for items in the program.
Chef/Wine participants for 2006 are:
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Jan. 14, 15: Robert Price of the Wild Boar restaurant in Nashville.
Claus Janzen of California’s Bacio Divino & Caymus
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Feb. 4, 5: Jean-Luc Brendel of Table du Gourmet in Alsace, France.
Philippe Blanck of Domaine Paul Blanck in Alsace
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Mar. 4,5: Robert Allen Sulatycky of the Beverly Hills Hotel
in Los Angeles. Tom Shelton of California Joseph Phelps
CUISINART
RESORT & SPA
Take an early holiday and save at CuisinArt Resort & Spa!
>From December 10 to 21, take advantage of special package
rates and enjoy spa treatments, fitness classes, cooking classes
and more. Visit the orchard and the hydroponic and organic farms,
wander through the lush botanical gardens. Relax by the pool
- savor your escape. The Early Hol! iday Escape package gives
you five nights, six days in an ocea! nfront v illa, starting
at US ,215. Or pamper yourself with Relaxation or Indulgence
packages offering spa treatments and culinary delights, from
US ,785 with three-night getaways, to US,320 for a complete
week. Culinary packages, with master cooking classes, chef's
tasting menus, and wine pairing with meals take you on a gastronomic
adventure. The Culinary Weekend Escape for three nights, four
days starts at US,785, and the Gourmet Holiday for a week of
culinary experiences starts at US ,110. All packages are based
on double occupancy.
ENJOY
AN OASIS EMBRACE AT THE MALLUIHANA HOTEL & SPA
Discover a world of tranquility and serenity with the Oasis
Embrace spa package at Malliouhana. Experience a peaceful sanctuary
that will rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit and explore
the luxurious treatments offered in their 15,000 square foot
oceanfront spa. Based on five nights minimum, the package includes:
welcome greeting and roundtrip airport/ferry/hotel transfers;
a wel! come bottle of French Champagne and petit fours; continental
breakfast daily served in the dining room, spa or on your private
covered terrace; a 3-course dinner each evening chosen from
the full à la carte menu; a daytime cruise aboard the
hotel’s 40’ day cruiser “Dakota” to a deserted
bay for swimming, sunbathing or snorkeling with therapeutic
massage treatments, body polish, facial treatments; a warm oil
scalp massage for each person; an Oasis Manicure and Pedicure
for each person. Rates begin at US ,750 in an Ocean View Double
Room for November 1-19, 2005 and US ,005 for November 20 - December
16, 2005, based on double occupancy.
CARIMAR
BEACH CLUB REFURBISHES
Carimar Beach Club, at the water's edge on spectacular Mead's
Bay, rolls out the welcome mat for the new season with a host
of upgrades including new rattan living room furniture sofa
lamp tables, coffee tables of yellow backgrounds with rust,
green and brown tropical colors, complement! ed with green valances
and rust colored throw pillows. Enhanc! ements i nclude high
speed internet in all rooms; new walkways in the courtyard;
king size beds in all master bedrooms; new twin beds in second
bedroom; washer and dryer in guest laundry area; clock radios
in bedrooms; hair dryers in bathrooms and twelve of their twenty-four
1,100 sq. ft. apartments have been re-tiled with off white porcelain
tiles laid on a 45 degree angle that gives depth to the rooms.
COVECASTLES
NAMES NEW GM
Covecastles Resort has appointed Candis A. Niles as their new
general manager.
Prior to her appointment, she served as Manager at KoalKeel
Restaurant, one of Anguilla’s leading fine dining establishments,
and from 1995 to 2004 she was Deputy Director of Tourism for
the Anguilla Tourist Board.
Additionally,
air conditioning has been added to all the property’s guest
bedrooms, providing guests the option to be cooled by the natural
Caribbean breeze or enjoy the comforts of an air-conditioned
accommodation.
SHERITON ESTATES LAUNCHES NEW VILLAS
Sheriton Estates, located in Anguilla’s West End, will
launch the first three of seven luxury villas this December.
Villa
Mañana TO OPEN
Villa Mañana, a new two-bedroom luxury villa set on the
sea at Seafeathers Bay will open to guests December 2005. Affording
spectacular views of St. Martin and St. Barts, the newly constructed
villa features an open concept living room, dining room, and
kitchen, decorated with an eclectic mix of antiques and comfortable
sea grass furnishings. The two bedrooms, ensuite with shower,
have ocean views from the doors opening onto the wrap around
verandah. High wooden ceilings, granite counter tops, Mexican
Saltillo tiles and polished stonework by Anguilla craftsmen
complete this island getaway. Equipped with infinity edge pool
and all amenities. Nightly rates, Winter US 80.00 Summer US
75.00.
Caprice
Restaurant NEW FOR THE WINTER
Caprice Restaurant will open! in December 2005 and join the
ranks of Anguilla's fine dining! offerin gs. Specializing in
Northern Italian cuisine, guests will find many of their favorite
dishes, along with innovative, new creations prepared by Chef
Diego Pasi. Born in Switzerland and trained in Italy (Professional
Institute "Nazzareno" Carpi), Chef Pasi has spent
the past several years working at Ristorante Giardino at Niagra-on-the-Lake,
Canada. The brainchild of Christine Janot (owner of Sebastiano’s
Restaurant in St. Martin for 30 years) and long time friend,
Henriette Johnson, who both long loved Anguilla and decided,
for fun, and on a bit of a whim, to open an upscale new restaurant
in Anguilla -- this is their “Caprice” (French for
whimsy). Designed by New York interior designer David Kaplan,
the restaurant will have outstanding views of Maundy’s
Bay and the mountains of St. Martin.
The
Loblolly Art Gallery
Located in a 100-year-old restored cottage built by a sea captain,
the Loblolly Gallery represents resident artists -- Paula Walden!
, Marge Morani, Iris Lewis, Heather Lewis -- and features visiting
artists who conduct art classes on the island. The winter season
will present a new collection for all the resident artists and
the works of local artist Gina Grell, who will showcase her
decorative pottery. The Haitian art collector Pat Butler will
show her collection of works by such recognized names as Henri-Robert
Bresil, Audes Saul, Jacques-Richard Chery, Tiga, Prosper Pierre-Louis,
Louisianne Saint-Fleurant and Gerard from December 26 - January
6th.
The
Pavillion Hotel Announces New Rates
Overlooking the turquoise blue Caribbean Ocean and lovely St.
Martin, The Pavillion Hotel is the perfect spot for relaxing
and unwinding from your adventures in paradise. Each suite consists
of a full kitchen, dining and living area, a bedroom, and bathroom.
The Penthouse consists of a Jacuzzi, air conditioning, a large
cathedral living and dining area, full kitchen, two bathrooms
and three bedroo! ms (king, queen and a single). Rates are US
9 for a Junior; U! S 9 Delu xe; and US 59.00 for the Penthouse
(not including taxes and service charge). Room rates for the
Junior and Deluxe units are based on double occupancy; the Penthouse
is for four people.
EDEN
HOUSE VILLA Adds Pool Suite and Fitness ROOM
Eden House Villa and Pool House suite overlooks Little Harbour
Anguilla, with spectacular views of St. Martin and the neighboring
islands. A relatively new comer to the Anguilla villa market,
they have just completed a new self contained, air-conditioned
pool house suite, pool and exercise room for the winter season.
The main house has three air-conditioned bedrooms, two-and-a-half
bathrooms, a spacious, fully equipped kitchen, library/family
room, living and dining room that open onto a spacious porch.
High-speed internet access is available. Tropical gardens, featuring
an assortment of color in flowers, foliage and tropical fruit
provide a setting of relaxation, peace of mind and comfort.
The entire property sleeps up to e! ight persons privately,
ten persons max. Weekly rates (not including tax and service
charges) begin at US 00 for the pool house now through December
14th and US ,500 from December 15 through March 31. The three
bedroom main house begins at US ,825 through December 14th and
US ,750 for December 15-March 31.
Rainbow
International Airways
Will now be providing private jet charter service non-stop into
Anguilla from Miami and Atlanta. Their new aircraft, a Citation
II jet, will accommodate 8 passengers and can fly 1550 miles
non-stop. Service begins December 2005.
Charanell's
Personal Concierge Services
Charanell's Personal Concierge Services has opened on Anguilla,
catering to the villa and apartment guest market and offering
visitors vacation planning for a wide variety of activities
and services. Just like a hotel's concierge, CPCS provides customized
service for day-trippers and visitors staying in villas without
a concierge. Whether! it is a private air or boat charter, a
spectacular lunch on a! private cay or a local restaurant, dinner
arrangements, flowers, limousines, snorkeling, massages, taxi
service, babysitting or a basic car rental and much more, CPCS
will eliminate the task of booking and making the arrangements
yourself. From arranging transportation to and from the airport/ferry
to romantic sunset sailing cruises and special activities for
your children, Charanell's Personal Concierge Service will do
it all. Bookings may be made prior to your arrival in Anguilla
or while you are on holiday.
For
additional information call the Anguilla Tourist Board of Canada
at 1-877-(GO ANGUILLA) 462-6484. www.go-anguilla.com
