Pacific Island Paradises

— V a n u a t u — – 228 – www.paradises.com R A T U A P R I V A T E I S L A N D This exclusive, all-inclusive private island retreat will transport you to a far simpler world where you will enjoy absolute relaxation with an unparalleled ambience. At Ratua Private Island, discover a stunning destination that sits in perfect harmony with local resources. This unique boutique eco-lodge is integrated within its natural surrounding environment and is hidden amongst the lost villages of the Vanuatu archipelago, only 30 minutes from Santo's International Airport. Exotic wonderland Once you step foot on the island, guests are immediately invited to learn "the art of living" and made to feel at home in this exotic wonderland. Your stay will directly contribute to the Ratua Foundation, an association which comes to aid the primary education of the children of the surrounding communities. Guests sleep in 13 original Indo-Oceania style bungalows grouped in three villages, each perched on their own private beach with stunning sea views. Each room is simple, but beautifully decorated with exotic Indonesian and Balinese antique furniture and has a separate adjoining bathroom. The terraces offer sumptuous daybeds perfect for reading and napping on in the late afternoon. Look out for the horses that like to graze on the doorstep at dusk. Ratua additionally offers guests an unforgettable luxury camping experience with a stay in a 35-metre square safari tent complete with private bathroom located on the southeastern part of the island overlooking a private white sand beach. On Ratua, there is a range of activities to enjoy such as snorkelling, diving, mountain biking, canoeing and horse riding along the beach followed by a dip in the water on horseback. Other local attractions well worth exploring are the Blue Hole—a crystal clear sparkling cerulean blue swimming hole at the end of a beautiful river journey—as well as cruising to nearby Turtle Island at sunset to enjoy a picturesque view that will be treasured for all time. For those connoisseurs of therapy, treat yourselves at Ratua's overwater Sunny Spa. Dine 100 percent organic at Ratua and enjoy succulent delicacies such as beef, pork, chicken, goat and eggs from the island's free-range livestock; coconuts from the palm plantation; fruit from the land, and fish and seafood supplied by local anglers. Top all that off by indulging in wines from the resort's private cellar. BP 396, Luganville, VANUATU Tel: + 678 300 20 Reservations: +678 75 111 02 Email: management@ratua.com www.ratua.com

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