Pacific Island Paradises

TAhITI InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa is set amongst 12 lush hectares on the sunny west coast of Tahiti. Accommodation is in 258 guestrooms including 166 standard rooms, 16 overwater bungalows set around an island, 14 over-water bungalow lagoon junior suites, 60 five-star panoramic rooms and two suites. The hotel is air-conditioned throughout. All accommodations have direct dial telephone, television, radio, mini bar, refrigerator, personal safe, and tea and coffee making facilities. There is 24hour room service and internet access. All guests have high speed internet connection in their rooms and bungalows as well as Wi-Fi internet access in all public areas. There are two infinity swimming pools— one has a sandy bottom with a swimup bar and a jacuzzi while the other is 1200 square metres with cascades and a jacuzzi. A unique feature in French Polynesia is the natural Lagoonarium, closed off to guarantee safe underwater observation of marine life. Conducted tours with mask and snorkel unveil the beauty of Tahiti's underwater world. An oasis of pleasure A wide range of watersports is offered through the Bathys Diving Centre, from scuba diving to kayaking and whale watching. Adults and children can participate in activities and take courses. There are also land activities available including two floodlit tennis courts and a jogging track. To assist guests, there is an activities desk as well as a travel agency, car rental and a babysitter on call. InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa has three bars—the Lotus swim-up bar, the Tiki Bar, and the Lobby Bar which is open at night only. All three bars serve exotic tropical cocktails as well as your favourite drinks. There are two restaurants at the resort. The all-day dining Tiare restaurant opens out theatre-style towards the pool, Lagoonarium and the island of Moorea. Tahitian dance shows are performed here three nights a week. The romantic Le Lotus over-water restaurant is threestar Michelin rated and offers gourmet luncheons and dinners, seven days a week, accompanied by fine French wines and stunning views. Guests can also relax in the Deep Nature Spa. For a special treat, guests staying in the over-water bungalows can have their breakfast delivered by outrigger canoe. This property successfully obtained the Earthcheck Silver Certification 2010 and 2011. Point Tata'a, BP 6014 faa'a Tahiti fRENCh POLYNESIA Ph: +689 86 51 10 fax: +689 865130 Email: reservationspf@interconti.pf www.tahiti.intercontinental.com www.paradisesonline.com 227

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