Raffles resort on Canouan Island better known as the island of turtles is truly a sanctuary for the soul. Canouan Island is about 100 miles off the coast of Barbados. This island is very accessible as it is only a 40 minute flight from Barbados and 50 minutes from Martinique. Scheduled flights available with Grenadine Airways and LIAT; or just 20 minutes on our private or shared charters on the Luxury Citation Jets. You also have the option to arrive by yacht and dock at Raffles private marina on property. It is an island to get away from it all, to heal, to renew, and start a new. It is set on the windward side of the island, on 300 acres of a 1200 acre private estate. Completely private, secure, and serene.
Raffles Canouan is a luxurious five star retreat that showcases 88 rooms, suites and two to five bedroom private villas, with chef and butler, three picture perfect white-sand beaches, four tennis courts, water sports, five gourmet restaurants, a large freshwater swimming pool, Sugar Palm Kids Club, Raffles Amrita Spa and Fitness Centre and a 17th Century English Church which forms the centre of the Resort. It is completely inclusive and who could want for more.
If golf is your passion indulge in the 18 hole championship golf course, designed by Jim Fazio.
Raffles Canouan is the perfect destination for your destination wedding or honeymoon. The resort boasts a historical 17th century English Church, perhaps a more inatmate and elegant affair held in Villa Monte Carlo, or on beautiful white sand beaches. There are meeting rooms as well as a breathtaking ball room overlooking the ocean to celebrate the special moments of your life. Perhaps give your guests an evening to remember on one of the islands in Tobego Cays. The special events concierge will plan ever detail as no fuss is necessary.
No matter if your getaway is business or pleasure retire at the end of the day to the Amitra Spa. The name 'Amrita' is inspired by an ancient Sanskrit legend and means the elixir of eternal youth. The spa features 9 hillside Palapas with Jacuzzis and two Grand Palapas set over water with glass bottom floors. A truly mystical experience will transform and melt your cares away. Voted 'Best Spa Treatment Rooms' BRIDE'S Magazine 2007 Caribbean Hot List & Best Spa 'Raffles Amrita Spa by the Robb Report in 2005.
Raffles Canouan is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and one of the destination resorts on my wish list.
Bookings Provided by:
Allison C Patton
AllisonCTravels@SkylineDestinations.com
http://www.SkylineDestinations.com
