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RAFFLES RESORT, Canouan Island

Price Level: $$$$$$

Raffles Resort Canouan Island is located on the western side of Canouan in a beautiful protected bay that forms a natural amphitheater with 300 acres stretching up the mountainside from the Caribbean...

 
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HOTEL INFORMATION

              RAFFLES RESORT CANOUAN ISLAND
                         Grand Bay
                       Canouan Island
               St Vincent &; The Grenadines, 
                       West Indies


Distance from Canouan Airport- 2 miles, distance from town- 1 mile.

Raffles Resort encompasses 200 glorious rolling acres of 
nature's very best, gracefully offering breathtaking views 
of turquoise sea and the coral reef beyond. Its facilities 
and services match the very highest standards of excellence. 
The exhilarating and challenging 18-hole championship golf 
course is set on dramatic sloping hills and along the ocean's 
edge. The spa provides a haven of relaxation and nurturing 
by highly skilled international therapists with a menu of 
treatments that are of rare quality and exceedingly high standards.
Other hotel amenities include two white sand beaches, snorkeling,
scuba, scuba diving, one of the Caribbean's largest fresh water
swimming pools and the Sugar Palm Kid's Club.
 
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HOTEL AMENITIES

24-Hour Front Desk           24-Hour Security
Activities Desk              Babysitting Service
Ballroom                     Banquet Room
Barber Shop                  Bars: 4
Beach (on-site): 2           Beach Volleyball
Beauty Salon                 Bicycle Rental
Billiards                    Boat Rental
Business Center              Casino (on-site)
Cell Phone Rental            Children's Activities
Children's Playground        Concierge
Conference Rooms             Currency Exchange
Dive Center                  Doctor On Call
Elevators                    Entertainment
Fitness Center               Gift Shop
Golf (on-site)               Health Club
Hiking Trail                 Internet Access (Wireless)
Jogging Trail/Track          Laundry Service
Library                      Massage
Meeting Room                 Multilingual Staff
Children's Pool              Outdoor Pool
Poolside Beverage Service    Poolside Meal Service
Porters                      Putting Green
Restaurants: 4               Rooms: 56
Shoe Shine                   Safety Deposit Boxes (Front Desk)
Spa                          Suites: 100
Sundries Shop                Swim-Up Bar
Tennis Instructor            Tennis Court (lit for night play)
Tour Desk                    Tours and Excursions
Beach/Pool Towels            Beach/Pool Umbrellas
Watersports (Non-Motorized)  Wedding Coordinator
Wedding Site

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.

Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above 
may have an additional fee associated with them.
 
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ROOM CATEGORIES and DESCRIPTIONS 2007

Arrival/Departure Time:
Raffles Hotels &; Resorts offer all residents flexible 
24 hour check-in and check-out times. For example, if 
a guest arrives at 3:00pm, check-out time is 3:00pm 
as well.

Children Policy:
The hotel welcomes families year-round. There is 
no additional charge for one child under 12 years 
staying in parent's room.

Maximum Occupancy:
Gardenview Orchestra     - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
Gardenview Suite (*)     - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Oceanview Mezzanine      - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
Oceanview Orchestra      - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
OV Orchestra Jr Suite (*)- 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
OV Mezzanine Suite       - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
OV Orchestra Suite       - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
OV Personality Suite (*) - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

(OV = Oceanview)

(*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given.

GARDEN VIEW - VILLAS (12, 20, 21, 22 and 24)
Accommodations, which do not feature ocean views
from the terrace due to the left side location 
on the bay or due to surrounding vegetation.

OCEAN VIEW - ALL VILLAS OTHER THAN GARDEN VIEW
Accommodations, which feature a full ocean 
view from the room and terrace.
 
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ROOM CATEGORIES and DESCRIPTIONS (cont'd)

Location/Personality Suites
ORCHESTRA ACCOMMODATIONS, Location - Villas 10-65
(with the exception of Personality Suites). One-story
villas located within first 4 levels or 'orchestra'
of the resorts amphitheater setting.

MEZZANINE ACCOMMODATIONS, Location - Villas 70-92
Two-story villas located on the top level or 
'mezzanine' of the resorts amphitheater setting.

PERSONALITY SUITES, Villas 10, 11, 62, and 63
One-story villas located within first four levels 
or 'orchestra' of the resorts amphitheater setting
which are selected for their prime locations and 
views, and feature private swimming pools, one for
each 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom suite within the villa.

Interiors/Types
ROOM, Spacious bedrooms featuring king or two double 
beds, private luxury bathroom with separate deep 
soaking tub, shower, hairdryer, walk in closet, 
mini-bar, safe, large walkout terrace, air 
conditioning and ceiling fan, telephone with voice 
mail, and satellite TV.

JR SUITE ORCHESTRA, Junior Suites living areas, 
bedrooms with king bed, luxury bathroom with
separate deep soaking tub and shower, hairdryer,
walk in closet, air conditioning and ceiling fan,
mini-bar, safe, telephone and satellite television
and a large walk out patio.

ONE BEDROOM SUITE ORCHESTRA &; MEZZANINE, These suites
offer one master bedroom with king or two twin beds,
two full bathrooms, hairdryers and large vanities, 
walk in closets, air conditioning and ceiling fan,
mini-bar, safe, telephone and satellite television,
a large parlor, wet bar and a large walk out patio.
Orchestra 1 Bedroom Suites feature flat screen 
televisions in the living room area.

In room features: air conditioning, alarm clock, balcony, bathrobes,
bathtub, board games, CD player, ceiling fan, coffee/tea maker, crib,
DVD player, hairdryer, housekeeping daily, internet access (wireless),
in-room safe, iron and ironing board, daily maid service, mini-bar,
patio, radio, rollaway bed, 24-hour room service, safe deposit box,
shower, smoke detector, telephone, turndown service daily, satellite
TV with remote control, voice mail, and wake-up calls.         

Please Note: 
-During the following time period all room 
 categories will be on an 'On Request' basis
 only: 12/16/07-01/07/08.
 
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DINING

JAMBU'S, With a name of Sanskrit origin, this signature
restaurant is a spectacular poolside all-day dining venue
with Palapa roofing. Life is lived to the fullest when 
the bold flavors of the restaurant's trans-ethnic cuisine
bring a new meaning to all day dining. All dishes are
created in true Raffles style, cooked to perfection and
served with finesse. This unique cuisine embraces the 
additional essences drawn from Latin and Japanese cuisine.

LA VARENNE, Located at the Villa Monte Carlo, La Vareene
offers panoramic views of the Caribbean, overlooking the
resort and the islands of St. Vincent &; The Grenadines.
This gourmet restaurant lends itself perfectly as an
exclusive retreat within the island. A superb selection
of unsurpassed gourmet dishes capturing only the best of
European cuisines is offered alongside the finest selection
of Raffles private-label caviar. Fine champagnes and
European wines also dominate the large wine list.

LA PIAZZA, A stylish Italian concept restaurant, La 
Piazza pampers its guests with its sleek and contemporary
design and trendy services. The highlights of this 
restaurant include a centerpiece work of art - a golden
bowl suspended in air, a 3 story wine cellar with one 
of the world's largest collection of Italian wines, and
superb views of the bay. The menu is a tantalizing blend
of authentic Tuscan cuisine which features white Alba
truffles and premium aged Parmesan cheeses.

GODAHIS BEACH BAR &; GRILL, This casual beachside bar &;
grill at Godahi beach is a hot spot for guests during
the day with its beautiful views of the ocean and
unspoiled coral reefs of Canouan Island. Built from 
tropical woods, bamboo and palm trees, this is an
ideal venue for spending a day at the beach and
enjoying a vast variety of beach and water sports. 
Innovative and flavorful Caribbean-Cuban dishes
make up the casual menu complemented by Caribbean
cocktails, and a fine selection of healthy drinks
and juices.
 
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BARS and LOUNGES

BELLINI'S, Adjacent to La Piazza, Bellini's is the 
resort's signature bar. Cascading water features,
as well as views of the golf course and Mount Royal
await guests while they enjoy a selection of fine
cocktails and signature Bellinis which are perfect
complements to the delectable cuisine of La Piazza.
The bar is only open in the evenings and serves up
designer canapes, Italian-style tapas, pasta samplers 
and creative tasting portions of the catch of the 
day promises to please any palate.

JAMBU'S BAR, This lounge and Martini-Prosecco bar at
the beachfront pool offers 88 different types of 
martinis, including the resort's signature $300.00
Martini which comes with the ultimate souvenir -
a 24 carat gold handcrafted olive sword. A great
start to each evening.

POOL BAR, Set distinctively in the center of one of
the Caribbean's longest outdoor pools, this swim-up
bar is sheltered by exquisite Palapa roofs. A lighter
version of Jambu's a la carte menu is offered alongside
other poolside snacks. Caribbean cocktails complement
the light fare.

TRUMP CLUB PRIVEE, A revival of the long-forgotten 
tradition of European-style gaming in an elegantly
exclusive venue has now been recreated in a building
looking as though it were straight out of a James
Bond film. Trump Club Privee features a private 
salon for members only. Villa Monte Carlo, where
Trump Club Privee is located, features La Varenne,
a European gourmet restaurant with stunning views,
and a Grand Ballroom for exclusive private functions.
Law prohibits persons under the age of 18 years.
 
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MEAL PLAN OPTIONS

2007:
Adults
-Dinner Plan: Dinner a la carte (excluding degustation menus)
-Lunch and Dinner Plan: Lunch and Dinner a la carte (excluding 
 degustation menus)
-Epicurean Gastronomic Experience: Lunch and Dinner a la carte
 including pre-dining glass of champagne and special degustation 
 menus in La Varenne and La Piazza Restaurant at dinner only. 
 
Children
-Dinner Plan: Dinner a la carte including soft
 drinks (excluding degustation menus)
-Lunch and Dinner Plan: Lunch and Dinner a la carte
 including soft drinks (excluding degustation menus)
 
Please Note:
-Beverages other than American coffee and tea
 are not included in any of the meal plans.
-Children five years and under are complimentary.
-Parents and children must be on the same meal plan.
-Supplemental charges may apply for the degustation menus of the
 specialty restaurants for guests on the Lunch and Dinner Plan.
-Unused meals cannot be redeemed or exchanged for cash or credit.
-It is suggested to confirm meal plans at time of booking.
-Meal plans can only be taken for the entire length of stay. 
 
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SPECIALTY PACKAGES 2007 (HONEYMOON)

LUXURY HONEYMOON PACKAGE 01/08/07-12/15/07
-7 nights accommodation
-A champagne breakfast in bed for two
-A private candlelight dinner for two at a selected pool 
 palapa, including 4-course, vintner dinner and champagne
-A scene-setting hibiscus and candlelight turndown
 including aromatherapy, sweet savories, music and more
-One couples massage in a private palapa
 at the Raffles Amrita Spa
-Roundtrip air transfers for two from Barbados, 
 St. Lucia, Martinique (additional fee see
 below), or Grenada. 
-Roundtrip ground airport transfers for two

Please Note: 
-Valid categories: Mezzanine Room, Orchestra Room,
 Orchestra Jr Suite, One-Bedroom Suites (Mezzanine,
 Orchestra or Personality), based on double occupancy
-There is an additional fee per person for
 air transfers from Fort de France Airport.

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
 
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BONUS FEATURES

2007
-Full American Breakfast
-Tropical Fruit Basket upon arrival
-Complimentary in-room (non-alcoholic) beverages,
 replenished daily
-All suites (except Junior Suites) come with 
 Lavazza Espresso Coffee Machine, with daily
 complimentary replenishment
-Personal golf cart per accommodation for length
 of stay
-Use of tennis facilities, Raffles Amrita fitness
 center, and non-motorized water sports
-Use of DVD, CD, and Literature libraries
-Weekly Cocktail reception with the management 
 team
-International selection of daily newspaper
-Complimentary use of Business Library with
 internet access
-Complimentary access to Sugar Palm Kids Club
 (for children 4-14 years old)
-Beach bags for children 4 to 10, toy selection,
 Sugar Palm Kids Club Polo shirt, denim Sugar
 Palm Beach cap, personalized business cards, 
 and coloring book
-Access to Trump Club Privee
 
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MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Children's Programs 2007:
-The Sugar Palm Kids Club is available 
 complimentary to children ages 4-14 years old 
-Open daily 9:00am-5:00pm and closed for 
 lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm.
-Includes all activities, afternoon kids 
 snacks, and soft drinks

Dress Policy 2007: 
After sunset, gentlemen are asked to wear trousers, a 
shirt with collar, and closed-in footwear. Ladies may 
wear suitable evening attire. Swimwear, shorts, jeans,
and tennis shoes are not permitted in the restaurants 
after sunset. During the day, guests should wear a 
shirt, wrap, or cover-up over bathing suits in select 
public areas. Evening attire is required at La Piazza 
and at Villa Monte Carlo.

Marketing Categories:
-Beach
-Casino
-Dive
-Family Friendly
-Gay/Lesbian Friendly
-Golf
-Honeymoon
-Romance
-Spa
-Wedding

Meet and Assist Information:
-Upon arrival into Barbados, having disembarked your international
 flight all passengers are directed to the arrivals hall. A Raffles
 Resort representative, holding a Raffles Resort sign, will meet
 guests at this point (before the immigration desk lines). They
 will instruct guests as to which forms must be completed for both 
 in-transit through Barbados and for St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
-The Raffles representative will ask guests for their luggage tags
 and direct you to the in-transit lounge while they secure the guests
 luggage and ensure that it is loaded onto your Canouan flight.
 Luggage clearance, dependant upon your international carrier can
 take up to 50 minutes. Barbados airport is currently being upgraded
 and limited facilities are available. We would recommend that you
 take a few of these minutes to complete your immigration and customs
 forms for St. Vincent &; the Grenadines.
-The representative will return to meet you at the in-transit
 lounge and escort you to your flight.
-The twin propeller aircraft to Canouan Island will take approximately
 40 minutes. Please note that the maximum weight allowance is 20 (kg) 
 or 44 (lbs) per person on a shared Charter. Excess luggage may be
 delayed until the next flight into Canouan.

Flight Concierge Program via Barbados &; St. Lucia only:
-For all passengers flying in to and out of Barbados and St. Lucia,
 Raffles Resort will handle all flight connections, or transfers, to
 Canouan Island.
-Passengers arriving in these points of entry will be 
 Greeted by airport staff at the arrivals hall. 
-Once their luggage has been identified, they will be
 Escorted to the in-transit departure areas, where they
 will board for Canouan.
-There will be no tickets issued, as this is, technically,
 a private charter. There is an additional fee per flight
 transfer, per person.
-The charge remains the same whether you have one passenger
 Or up to 16. Children under age 2 fly free.
 
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MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS

All minimum lengths of stay requirements 
are subject to change without notice.

2007
12/16/07-01/06/08, arriving before 12/25/07, 
                   10-night minimum stay required.
12/16/07-01/06/08, arriving  after 12/25/07,
                   12-night minimum stay required.
 
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