RAFFLES RESORT, Canouan Island 
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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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Features of this Hotel
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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