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| The development of a perfect tropical escape was the vision
of Emmy-award winning Australian television producer Henry Crawford, and his
creative partner, Martin Livingston, a fifth generation European Fijian. The
result is Vatulele (pronounced Vah-too-lay-lay), on one of the
southern islands of the Fijian group. |
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| The Fiji group consists of more than 300 islands, spread
over 1.3 million square kms (502,000 square miles) of ocean in the heart of the
South Pacific. |
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| There are 18 villas (bures) of equal standard. Some are
further away from the central bure (located between 3 & 4) than others. The
bures are around 50 metres apart and are set in natural jungle, allowing
privacy. |
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| The largest island in the Fiji group of islands is Viti
Levu, and on the Western side of this island lies Nadi (pronounced
Nandy) International Airport, just six hours flying time
south-west of Hawaii or four hours north-east of Sydney, Australia. |
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| Temperatures range from 20-30 degrees. C (70-90 degrees.
F). The warmest and most humid months are December to March. |
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| Vatulele is the only five star island resort in Fiji with a
PADI (Golden Palm status) dive facility and resident instructors.
Vatulele offers a variety of courses: Resort courses, full
Open Water certification courses, and various specialty courses.
The resort can offer a cross-section of diving possibilities: soft coral, hard
coral and pelagics. |
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| Vatulele is well recognized for its food, ranging from
Californian to Thai, Japanese, Austral/Asian and Indian. Fresh ingredients are
flown in daily from Australia and New Zealand. Naturally there is an emphasis
on seafood. |
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| For many career-minded couples, organizing a wedding takes
such enormous effort that the idea of eloping can be very
attractive, especially when the wedding can take place in the romantic setting
of Vatulele. |
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Vatulele Island Fiji U.S. Reservations:
904-288-0036
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| It took two years to find the ideal South Seas location,
and three more to enhance the natural beauty of the site with man-made luxury
where stressed-out guests could escape the pressures of Western society. |
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| Twelve doors open to an expansive terrace, and from the
living room you walk up three steps to the bedroom, with a king size bed and a
dressing area. |
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| The villas or bures (pronounced boo-rays) are
spacious and identical, enjoying easy access to the water, each with its
stretch of white sand. |
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| Underwater visibility ranges from above average to
excellent and there are few currents. The island is surrounded by deep water
with large drop-offs, offering twenty-two dive sites within fifteen
minutes travel. |
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| The quality of the scuba diving sites at Vatulele has been
one of the South Pacifics well-kept secrets for many years, and only
recently has it been revealed as one of the premier dive destinations in the
region. |
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| By night, tables are set under the stars and lit by
lanterns and candlelight. At full moon, the dining room is usually
set by the waters edge. Dining is usually communal, and hosted by the
management - in the style of the Captains table on a ship. |
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| Dress on the island is informal. Evening is smart casual,
and footwear is optional at all times. Definitely no jackets or ties. The
resort supplies hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner, beach towels, snorkeling,
tennis and scuba diving equipment. The gift shop stocks a limited variety of
suntan creams, film and cigarettes. A pair of rubber soled shoes plus some reef
walkers or waterproof sandals are recommended. Although the year-round
temperature is warm, you may experience some cool evenings in the winter months
(June, July, August). Pack some warmer clothes if your stay falls in this
period, as guests dine outside year round. |
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2006/2007 Daily Double Rates in USD include government taxes:
April 1, 2006 - October 31, 2006...Deluxe Bure $1,338 (double) $934
(single). Grand Bure (Vale Viqi) $1,719 (double). The Point $2,192 (double).
November 1, 2006 - December 21, 2006...Deluxe Bure $1,026 (double) $698
(single). Grand Bure (Vale Viqi) $1,719 (double). The Point $2,192 (double).
December 22, 2006 - January 10, 2007...Deluxe Bure $1,338 (double) $934
(single). Grand Bure (Vale Viqi) $1,719 (double). The Point $2,192 (double).
January 11, 2007 - March 31, 2007...Deluxe Bure $1,026 (double) $698
(single). Grand Bure (Vale Viqi) $1,719 (double). The Point $2,192
(double).Transfers per person round trip $450. Special charter flight (up to
four persons, ONE way) $1,035. Honeymoon Special...For bona fide honeymoons
(proof of recent marriage may be required) stays of eight or more fully paid
nights attract TWO additional FREE nights. Applies only to DELUXE bures.
Nightly accommodation charge includes private beach front villa, ALL meals, ALL
beverages including French Champagne, ALL activities with the exception of
scuba diving, fishing (should it become an available activity) and massage.
Minimum stay is 4 nights. Based on guest response we recommend a stay of at
least 5 nights. Average stay is 6-7 nights with most honeymooners taking our
generous 10 night package. It is our desire to provide a unique adult
experience at Vatulele guests over the age of 12 are welcome. A deposit
of $2,000 per villa is required within 7 days of confirmation of reservation
(Note that 50% of this $2,000 deposit in non-refundable in the event of a
cancellation). On payment of this deposit you will be deemed to have accepted
these Terms and Conditions. We reserve the right to cancel a reservation
without notice if the deposit is not received within seven days of the booking
being made. BALANCE The balance of the billing (including transfer charges) is
to be received by us at least 45 days prior to the first day of your stay with
us. As our accommodation is limited, if we do not receive the balance by the
due date, we may assume that you have cancelled your proposed stay with us.
CANCELLATION Cancellations must be made and received by the Company IN WRITING
either by fax or email. More than 60 days notice: Cancellations received more
than 60 days prior to arrival incur a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the
deposit paid. 46 to 59 days notice: Cancellation fee will be forfeiture of
whole deposit; 45 days or less and more than 14 days notice: 50% cancellation
fee for every night cancelled; Less than 14 days notice: 100% cancellation fee
for every night cancelled. No Shows or days not used due to premature
departure: No refund will be given.
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