Raffles strengthens its presence in the Caribbean
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Raffles strengthens its presence in the Caribbean
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Category: North America & West Indies / Carribean islands
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2007-09-03
Raffles Tortola, British Virgin Islands to open in 2010
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with Greenfield Property Holdings Limited to manage a new luxury resort and residence, Raffles Tortola, in the British Virgin Islands.
The British Virgin Islands comprise of 60 islands, of which Tortola is the largest and most populated. Warm Caribbean trade winds, clear blue waters and sheltered anchorages give Tortola its reputation as the "sailing capital of the Caribbean". Tortola is also a favoured stop of many luxury cruise ships and travellers visiting the Virgin Islands. Secluded white sand beaches make for excellent swimming and snorkelling. The island has many well-equipped facilities for fishing, scuba diving, golf or horseback riding, and is also home to centuriesold ruins such as Fort George and the lush green Sage Mountain National Park.
Set on 50 acres of pristine beachfront property at the northeastern end of Tortola, Raffles Tortola will offer residents a secluded half-mile white sand beach and sweeping views of the shimmering Caribbean Sea. Raffles Tortola, scheduled to open in 2010, is an elegantly appointed 100-room resort with 250 Raffles Residences: luxury villas, casitas, condominiums and estate lots are available for ownership. In addition, residents will have a choice of four restaurants and bars, three swimming pools, RafflesAmrita Spa, a fitness centre and two beach clubs, as well as generous meeting space for conferences, corporate and social events.
Said Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, Chief Minister and Minister of Tourism of the British Virgin Islands, "Raffles will bring to Tortola a degree of luxury which is truly first rate and world class. The business and tourism communities have long asked for a resort of this stature on Tortola and Raffles will meet that demand."
My partner,Percy Rhoden and I are thrilled to be part of The British Virgin Islands dynamic tourism growth, and Raffles Tortola can only add to the island reputation as a choice destination for visitors to the Bristish Virgin Islands. This is Raffles' first project in the Virgin Islands and we are very pleased to be working with such a world renowned brand."
Mark Vanterpool, Co-Director, Greenfield Property Holding Ltd
"Raffles Tortola will be distinguished by the heartfelt service and residential charm that is characteristic of the Raffles brand," said Diana Ee Tan, Managing Director of Raffles Hotels & Resorts. "We are delighted that Greenfield Property Holdings Ltd. has appointed Raffles to manage this gem in such an awe-inspiring locale and destination."
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