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THE HISTORY COLLECTION
Busby Manor
Bay Of Islands, North Island, New ZealandBusby Manor offers accommodation for families as well as couples wanting a quiet getaway. Relax at the outdoor swimming pool and spa, and you can enjoy a barbeque from the poolside deck with a scenic view of the ocean. Located on the beachfront, Busby Manor offers rental of kayaks and fishing rods as well as mountain bikes, and through the resort you may book trips and tours including kayaking, swimming with the dolphins, fishing trips, golf and more. On less than sunny days, enjoy the Guest Lounge with games and reading, along with wireless Internet access throughout the resort. Busby Manor is in the heart of the Bay of Islands, with more than 150 sandy-beached islands of unspoiled beauty. The whole region is steeped in a culture and history that includes boating and fishing. Discover ancient kauri forests, miles of stunning coastline, pleasure cruises, fishing and diving activities. This region enjoys a subtropical climate with typical summers having long spells of sunshine and warm balmy evenings. Here you can enjoy fine Bay of Islands food and wine, arts and crafts and internationally renowned fishing, diving and boating.
Okawa Bay Resort
Rotorua, North Island, New ZealandInland from the Bay of Plenty, with its magnificent beaches, lies the internationally recognised tourist destination of Rotorua. Here, thermal activity has created a feast of natural wonders, from slow bubbling mud pools and thermal springs to spouting geysers. It is amidst this natural splendour that you will find VR Rotorua Lake Resort, formerly known as Okawa Bay Resort. The Resort goes to great lengths to provide all the comforts you might wish for and more. There is a full supply of linen, crockery and kitchen equipment for six people. In addition, a washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, microwave, Sky TV and DVD player are in each villa. All villas deliver gorgeous lake views, over expansive lawns and gardens. Make the most of your lakefront location, with a private boat launching ramp and marina just metres from the front of your apartment. And remember your fishing rod! Don't fish? Just bring a good book. You may find it hard to convince yourself to go out! Sample the fare in the excellent Resort restaurant and bar. Try your hand at the world-famous trout fishing right on your doorstep. Take boat trip for two to visit natural hot thermal pools down the lake and accessible only by boat. Water ski. Charter a boat for trout fishing or just a cruise. Come and revitalize yourself in this unique 'spa town,' where even the old bathhouse is a delight. Come to Okawa Bay Resort.
Club Paihia
Bay Of Islands, North Island, New ZealandClub Paihia is poised upon a leafy and scenic hillside on six-and-a-half acres of native North Island bushland. This is the ideal location for making the most of the awe-inspiring beauty of the magnificent Bay of Islands. Even at the busiest of times, the wealth of secluded coves and quiet island walks will have you feeling like you're the only ones enjoying the serenity of this seemingly endless maritime playground.<br /><br />After a day of exploration, make the most of excellent resort amenities that include three swimming pools, spa pools, barbeques, a gymnasium, tennis court, petanque, outdoor chess and bicycles. The Club even has its own private bushwalk, incorporating a magnificent orchid house. In the building housing the owners lounge, you will find the library, pool table and table tennis. Here, the booking kiosk will organise tours and help you make the very most of this aquatic wonderland.<br /><br />In the town of Paihia, you'll find everything from fine art to fine wine and a selection of world-class restaurants. Enjoy a little recreational boating and then, having got your sea legs, tackle up for an unforgettable deep-sea charter in the game-fish-rich waters of the Bay. Visit fascinating historic sites. Revitalise and recharge on one of the many unspoiled beaches. Play a round of golf on world-class local courses. Have a tramp along the Northland's most spectacular bushwalks. Watch the whales. Swim with the dolphins. Dive the Rainbow Warrior. Discover a holiday you'll treasure for years - at Club Paihia.
Mayan Palace Riviera Maya
Playa Del Carmen & Riviera Maya, MexicoWelcome to one of the most popular destinations in México, Mayan Palace Riviera Maya, where the fragrant, singing tropics meet pristine white sands and warm sea. Your accommodation selections vary in size but not in luxurious, pampering features. The comfortable master room offers gracious views of the ocean or jungle, a private terrace, and two full-sized beds or one king-sized bed. The larger suite gives you more space to stretch out, with two sofas, a kitchen and dining area, and an individual terrace. The largest accommodation at Mayan Palace is the master suite, which boasts two full bedrooms and two full bathrooms, a living area, kitchen and dining area, and three private terraces. Think of this resort as your passport to unforgettable fun. Here, sparkling waves break on the beach within a stone's throw of spectacular unspoiled jungle. Add sunshine, exotic cocktails, acres of swimming pools and a full complement of amenities, and you have a recipe for a truly memorable vacation. Come and discover your own personal paradise at this premium Méxican resort. The on-site amenities at Mayan Palace Riviera Maya include a wine bar, a Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole golf course, the Brio Spa and Fitness Center, a children's club with activities for little ones ages five to twelve, a boutique, tobacco shop, Internet café, and a 24-hour concierge to help you plan your stay. One of the most popular draws, however, is the resort's swimming pools with water sports and sumptuous poolside cabanas, a lazy river to float the day away, and bubbly whirlpools. Mayan Palace is conveniently close to the town of Playa del Carmen, as well as many of the finest restaurants and shops in the Riviera Maya area. Think fun, sun, sand and sea. Think Mayan Palace Riviera Maya.
El Dorado Royale
Playa Del Carmen & Riviera Maya, MexicoThis casually elegant, adults-only beachfront resort offers an ideal setting for romantic and relaxing getaways. Luxuriously romantic and stretching along a secluded white sand beach, El Dorado Royale is ideal for vacationers seeking laid-back luxury.<br /><br />El Dorado Royale provides indulgences such as nine a la carte gourmet restaurants, 24-hour room service, two full-service spas and fun activities such as tequila tastings, yoga, salsa classes and live entertainment. The 478 spacious suites include in-suite whirlpool tubs for two, daily restocked mini-bars, double sinks and private terraces. El Dorado Royale has earned the coveted AAA Four Diamond Award. Voted one of Conde Naste Travelers Top 100 Hotels in the world, El Dorado Royale is Mexico's premier adults-only, beachfront resort where couples, wedding parties and honeymooners savor a vacation that fosters togetherness. Luxuriously romantic, stretching on a secluded beach, the resort provides indulgences from gourmet cuisine, luxury swim-up suites, to a lush health club and personalized concierge service.<br /><br />Situated in the center of the Riviera Maya, facing the beautiful Mexican Caribbean, the resort is 25 minutes south of Cancun International Airport, 15 minutes north of Playa del Carmen, only 10 minutes from Mayakoba championship golf course, 25 minutes away from the Playacar Golf Club, five minutes south of Puerto Morelos and 35 minutes south of downtown Cancun.<br /><br />It's an ideal location on a serene beach, yet close to everything.
Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Resort - AI
Playa Del Carmen & Riviera Maya, MexicoLocated on the breathtaking Riviera Maya on Mexico's Caribbean coast, the Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya luxury resort boasts beautiful beaches, natural caves, a coral reef, and ample activities for guests of all ages and interests. <br /><br />The resort offers spacious suites with a comfortable, modern design and amenities that will make it hard to leave when your vacation ends, including furnished balconies, mini bars replenished daily, and double Jacuzzi tubs. You'll enjoy access to a-la-carte restaurants, indoor and outdoor lounges, seven bars, and prompt, friendly room service. You'll enjoy all-inclusive dining and drinks, so the hardest decision you'll make all day is which delicious meal to savor. <br /><br />Enjoy a bounty of resort activities ranging from an introductory diving lesson in the pool to day and evening entertainment. The resort has a beautiful gymnasium and activities like tennis, table tennis, football, beach volleyball and even dance lessons. Or you can just relax poolside with a cool drink and a good book. For those who love the water, there are plenty of activities to choose between. Relax in one of two gorgeous swimming pools and separate children's pools. Float down the lazy river, or stroll the pristine beach sands. <br /><br />Leave every care at home when you pack for your vacation at Grand Sirenis on the Riviera Maya. You'll be too relaxed to worry about a thing.
Shearwater Resort
Devonport, Tasmania, AustraliaNestled in an idyllic location on Tasmania's ruggedly beautiful north coast, the award-winning Shearwater Resort is central to some of the Island State's most spectacular tourist attractions. Set in beautiful gardens on 30 acres, adjacent to the resort's 16-hectare golf course, you'll be just short stroll from the water's edge at Freers Beach. <br /><br />The studio, one and two-bedroom self-contained units come equipped with TV, foxtel and STD/ISD phones. Prepare a home-cooked meal on your bench cooktop, or make popcorn in your microwave to go along with a movie. All kitchen essentials are provided for your convenience. As you'd expect, the resort boasts a fine choice of amenities, including a bistro and an al fresco dining and entertainment area. Relax by the pool and plan a day of sightseeing you'll never forget.<br /><br />Proximity to both Devonport Airport and the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal makes reaching the resort easy by both air and sea. A car will help to enhance your holiday experience, because you'll want to visit Cradle Mountain, nearby waterfalls, National Parks, wineries, caves, beaches and quaint country towns. Fairy Penguins, Narawntapu National Park and Squeaky Point are all close by.<br /><br />You'll find there's no better place to unwind, indulge, revitalise and refresh than Shearwater. It's sheer pleasure.