Historic Luxury at the Crane Hotel in BarbadosWritten by Kris King
Historic Luxury at Crane Hotel in BarbadosRead Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/globe02/Carib02/barbados/luxury/luxury2.html Set high on a cliff above Atlantic Ocean stands magnificent "CRANE", Barbados' oldest resort hotel. The original hotel, built in 1700s, was integrated into expansion of 1887, which was also integrated into expansion of 2001, and features quite possibly THE most spectacular views on entire island, from world-renowned pool, framed by a row of classic Greek columns overlooking Crane Beach, to ensuite private pools, Resort Apartments, or Private Residences; magnificent views are de rigueur at The Crane. Crane Beach, a mere 200 steps below hotel, was named one of "World's Top 10 Beaches" by "The Lifestyles of The Rich and Famous". Dramatic cliffs embrace great expanse of pink sand and bright turquoise waters offering guests a compelling view in a private, intimate setting.
| | Royal Luxury at the Royal Pavilion, BarbadosWritten by Kris King
Royal Luxury at Royal Pavilion, BarbadosRead Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/globe02/Carib02/barbados/luxury/luxury4.html An avenue of perfectly aligned Royal Palms leads to exquisite Fairmont Royal Pavilion. This magnificent resort is surrounded by eleven acres of lush tropical gardens and private ocean front property in parish of St. James on scenic West Coast of Barbados. The Fairmont Glitter Bay, sister resort of The Royal Pavilion, resides within same property, a quarter mile away, and as a guest of The Royal Pavilion you will be encouraged to enjoy amenities offered at both resorts. All 72 ocean front deluxe rooms overlook sparkling turquoise waters of Caribbean, and feature private terraces that open onto a seven-mile stretch of smooth white sand. All bedrooms are decorated in soft Caribbean tones, air-conditioned and furnished with king- or twin-size beds. Seersucker bathrobes and bathroom amenities are provided along with a fully-stocked mini bar, hair dryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, cable TV, in-room safes, clock radio, direct dialing telephone with voice mail, and twice daily maid service. A luxurious three-bedroom private Villa set among spectacular gardens accommodates up to six guests. A spiral staircase leads way to an upstairs bedroom with a lovely ocean view from balcony. A sitting area and two additional bedrooms are at ground level with views of colorful gardens. The Villa is approximately 1,100 sq. ft. and overlooks Café Taboras, pool, and Caribbean. The same amenities are provided at Villa as in deluxe rooms. Although it must be noted that certain amenities are not available at resort, such as, sofa beds, refrigerators, kitchen facilities, or whirlpools, non-smoking rooms are available.
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