Luxury Travel Advisor - February 2008 - (Page 12) DESTINATIONS Escapes Caribbean Five-star service awaits at these four Caribbean retreats. BY LINDSAY LAMBERT Situated on a 300-acre private island two miles off the coast of Antigua, Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort (www.jumbybay.com) is noted for its white-sand beaches and lush flora, but we bet A-listers Angie Harmon, Eddie Murphy, Jim Carrey, Hilary Swank and Queen Latifah came here for its plush accommodations and unwavering service. These Hollywood headliners likely opted for a stay in Jumby Bay’s Estate Homes, which are inclusive of a full staff—housekeeper, private chef and gardener, as well as private butler service upon request—and are available with private pools and tennis courts. (With all of these offerings on hand, we say Estate Homes are the best pick for families and groups, too.) Tip: January 4-March 31 marks the resort’s busiest period, so plan to book well ahead for a stay during those dates. Book up to a year in advance to secure the most in-demand accommodation of all: Hawksbill Cove Estate Home, a Caribbean-plantation-style home offering six master bedrooms, a private beach, lagoon-style swimming pool and Koi pond, flood-lit tennis court with a pavilion and gym, five separate guest cottages (each housing a master bedroom) and a dedicated housekeeper, chef and gardener. For something a little simpler, suggest one of Jumby Bay’s suites; all are situated near Pond Bay and feature private-entry courtyards with fountains, as well as terraces with private plunge pools. Guests enjoy the best views from Oceanview and Oceanview Courtyard Suites, Villas and Estate Homes. To book, contact Mandy Cameron (mandy.cameron@rose woodhotels.com; 268-462-6000) and Sandy Joseph (sandy.joseph@rosewoodhotels.com; 268-462-6000) in the reservations department. Ask Guest Services Manager Rita James (rita.james @rosewoodhotels.com; 268-462-6000) or concierge Karen Henry (karen.henry@rosewoodhotels.com; 268-462-6000) to assist with pre-arrival arrangements, whether it’s setting up a private dinner on the beach or a massage, acupuncture or reflexology treatment by Su Hua in your client’s room, in the Beach Pavilion or on Pasture Beach (as there’s no spa here, treatments are administered at these designated PRIVATE BEACH DINNERS are among the many uses of a romantic boardwalk and gazebo at Jumby Bay. 12 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | February 2008 http://www.jumbybay.com
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