Luxury Travel Advisor - March 2008 - (Page 56)

THE PULSE THE MASTER BEDROOM (this photo) epitomizes Polynesian design. THE VILLA’S POOL (right) overlooks the ocean and features a day bed. Balinesian Bliss An always-popular honeymoon destination, Bali is more romantic than ever now that The Ritz-Carlton, Bali Resort & Spa (www. ritzcarlton.com) has unveiled its brand-new Villa Ayana, a three-bedroom abode on the cliffs above Jimbaran Bay. We say it’s the ideal destination for your high-profile honeymooners or a public figure who craves true privacy. Guests arrive at the 4,500-square-foot Villa Ayana, which occupies 32,000 square A shade apart. www.pinkbeach.com • e-mail: reservations@pinkbeach.com 1.800.355.6161 feet of landscaped gardens in a secluded corner of the resort, via a private driveway and are greeted by an illuminated, terraced water feature that’s reminiscent of Bali’s rice fields, with fountains that flow toward a pair of carved Balinese doors leading into the home. Once settled in, your VIP won’t have to set foot outside this private paradise—a separate building housing a double massage room, steam shower and private gym complete with treadmill and free weights occupies one corner of the villa’s lot. Private yoga and meditation classes are also available. Additionally, Ayana guests are spoiled by their own personal staff, including a 24-hour on-call butler and a personal chef. Tip: Planning a destination wedding? Ayana can accommodate up to 280 guests for a special gathering, and a traditional Indonesian gazebo perched above the cliffs is a pictureperfect backdrop for the ultimate “I dos.” What do we love? The villa sports its own infinity-edged pool and a Jacuzzi, and a cushy lounge area boasts a 60-inch plasma TV and an Ironwood bar that opens up to a sun-room. And who could resist hosting their closest friends and family for a lavish dinner on the villa’s eight-person dining table? It’s made of a single, 400-year-old piece of jackfruit wood. Luxury touch: The villa’s private cellar is stocked with fine vintages, including private reserve labels, as well as a selection of Cuban cigars, cognac, vodka and herbal teas. To book or to request personalized welcome amenities (champagne, your clients’ favorite flowers and magazines), contact Sales & Marketing Director Haryadi Satriono (haryadi@ritzcarlton-bali.com; 62-361702222). Book your clients’ stay at Ayana as early as possible to ensure availability. 56 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | March 2008 http://www.ritzcarlton.com http://www.ritzcarlton.com http://www.pinkbeach.com http://www.pinkbeach.com

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Luxury Travel Advisor - March 2008 Contents Editor's Letter Dublin: We Tour the Irish Capital’s Top Offerings Puglia, Italy: Where to go for Complete Tranquility Small Meetings: Inspiring Settings for your Corporate Client The Thompson Beverly Hills: Bold New Style Arrives in Southern California US Grant: Unabashed Luxury in Downtown San Diego Sailing the Danube: Low-Key Luxury on River Cloud II Sin City Spas: The Latest From Some of our Favorite Las Vegas Retreats Bob Boulogne: Rosewood Hotels & Resorts' COO Targets Elite Travel Advisors The Pulse Exotic Car Rental Jetset Report Sightings Source List

Luxury Travel Advisor - March 2008

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