8 Days For 4 At The Verandah Resort & Spa Antigua

$ 150.00

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THE WINNING BIDDER AND UP TO 3 GUESTS WILL ENJOY 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS, IN ANTIGUA, AT THE VERANDAH RESORT & SPA! THIS AMAZING TRIP WAS DONATED DIRECTLY BY THE GENEROUS FOLKS AT ELITE ISLAND RESORTS CARIBBEAN TO THE CANCER RELIEF ASSOCIATION, A PROGRAM MANAGED BY THE CENTER FOR CANCER RESEARCH FUNDING, INC.! MAKE A BID MAKE A DIFFERENCE GET A DEAL! THE FUNDS RAISED IN THIS AUCTION WILL GO DIRECTLY TO CENTER FOR CANCER RESEARCH FUNDING, INC., BECAUSE CENTER FOR CANCER RESEARCH FUNDING, INC., IS HOLDING THIS AUCTION, TO BENEFIT THE CANCER RELIEF ASSOCIATION! SEE OUR WEBSITE CAREFORCURES.ORG. WE WELCOME ALL QUESTIONS! RESORT DETAILS: The Verandah Resort & Spa provides a stunning setting for romance, family fun and sumptuous indulgence. Nestled along Antigua’s pristine northeast coast, this eco-friendly luxury resort encompasses 30 spectacular beachfront acres traversed by hiking trails and bordered by Devil’s Bridge National Park with its dramatic landmark rock arch. Kayak, snorkel, windsurf or even swim in the tranquil waters of the resort’s two reef-sheltered beaches and discover eco-adventures at the resort and around the island. The adventures are yours to choose from. Unwind at the island’s largest free-form swimming pool or indulge in rejuvenating and exotic treatments at the resort’s signature Spa Tranquility or work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center. Kids enjoy supervised activities at the resort’s dedicated Kid’s Club, featuring its own pool and climbing adventure, while teens gather for volleyball and other fun-filled activities. You’ll have your choice of restaurants – both casual and gourmet. Inviting bars, live entertainment and a mini-cinema also vie for your attention. Whether you want to be active or simply soak in the natural beauty, The Verandah Resort & Spa is your place to relax, reconnect and share new experiences. The Verandah Resort & Spa caters to all ages. Verandah lies adjacent to a National Park and its grounds incorporate marked nature trails, two soft white-sand beaches and tranquil waters on a protected covelike bay – just perfect for swimming or snorkeling in its crystal-clear waters. The resort’s expansive, shimmering free-form pool is the island’s largest, an excellent spot for lounging in the sun or enjoying a cooling dip.The Verandah offers nonmotorized water sports, including windsurfing, Sunfish sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, and hobie-style catamaran sailing. On land, guests can partake in tennis and table tennis, or enjoy the spacious, well-equipped fitness center. Younger guests are sure to enjoy fun and games at the beautiful Kid’s Club. Three palate-pleasing restaurants invite guests to savor familiar and new cuisines, while four bars and lounges keep visitors refreshed both day and night. The expansive Tranquility Spa offers a host of soothing treatments. Guests can also enjoy a short walk to the nearby historic Devil’s Bridge attraction for excellent photo opportunities. The uninhabited island sanctuaries of Green Island and Bird Island also are accessible by a short boat ride. Sightseeing, dining and shopping in historic St. John’s are only 30 minutes from the resort by car, as is Antigua’s international airport. Our Suites are air-conditioned, single-story junior suites, with 700 square feet and classic Caribbean-style architecture and décor, all with private verandahs offering beautiful views through sliding-glass doors. Each has the look and feeling of a cozy Caribbean cottage, with white-washed trim and pale-green exteriors and fronted by a welcoming porch. Inside, emerald-green and apricot touches punctuate the cool white interior. A comfortably appointed floor plan with combined living and sleeping area accommodates up to four guests, with a king-size bed and queen sleeper sofa. Vaulted ceilings create a sense of spaciousness, and elegant touches, like cool granite countertops, wood, bamboo and rattan, bring nature indoors. Convenient exterior connecting doors between adjoining units make it easy for family and friends to stay together at Verandah. Glistening white-tiled bathrooms offer a deep soaking tub, shower and his-and-her sinks. Accommodations are equipped with flat-screen, satellite TV, safe, and direct-dial telephone, as well as mini-fridge, microwave, a wet bar with coffee/tea making facilities and iron/ironing board. The Verandah offers a range of dining experiences in three exciting restaurants, operated under the watchful eye of Executive Chef Ronaldo Collantes, a native of the Philippines. All three restaurants are centered in an expansive, centrally located activities complex on The Common, overlooking the pool and manicured grounds. It’s a meeting spot for old friends as well as a place to make new ones. Seabreeze, the resort’s main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It offers a wide range of a la carte choices that are sure to please guests of all ages. The lovely, open-air dining room is enhanced by light pine pergolas, ceiling fans and exposed beams and dark wood, with lofty vaulted ceilings for an airy, outdoor feeling. Seabreeze will be offering alternative a la carte dining and themed buffet evenings. Nicole’s, the fine-dining restaurant offers a blend of stylishly presented, Caribbean-inflected cuisine. Warm red walls and dark wood trim create a cozy ambience, and rattan, bamboo and soft upholstered furnishings create a welcoming, Caribbean feel. (For a $25 surcharge, you can celebrate that special occasion or romantic evening looking out at the Caribbean Sea.) Casual and fun, the Buccaneer serves lighter, family-friendly fare with an alternative a la carte menu, as well as afternoon tea from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. SPA & Fitness SPA Tranquility Spa Tranquility is an expansive and elegantly appointed hideaway for pampering, restorative treatments for the body and skin. Surrounded by French doors that let in the light and beautiful outdoor views, guests are greeted by soothing sounds and a relaxing cup of herbal tea. The décor is serene, with natural elements such as rattan, sea grass, wood and cool, glowing white tile. Tranquility offers three well-appointed massage rooms that offer private bathrooms and showers and a lovely facial room replete with products to be purchased for at-home use. At the spa, a carefully considered menu of tension-beating treatments will leave guests feeling refreshed and recharged. For those who want to turn up the heat, the self-contained sauna is the ideal place to really relax and unwind. Salon Need to look your best for a special night, or just hoping to freshen up your look while you’re on vacation? Tranquility Spa offers a full-service hair salon, so guests can look their best for a special day, or just for the fun of it. Try out a new look with a stylish hair cut, color or hair style – and even up-dos for your special event. Fitness Center We know that even though you’re on vacation, your fitness regiment isn’t. The Verandah’s spacious onsite gym, replete with Cybex cardio, treadmills, weight-training machines and free-weight equipment will help keep your routine on track while you’re away from home. You can keep an eye on your form with full-length, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, fluffy towels and chilled water provided at the gym. Yoga and aerobics classes are available as well. Golf Golfers can perfect their strokes at two 18-hole courses. The Cedar Valley Golf Course, designed by Ralph Aldridge, is an 18-hole, 6,157 yard, par-70 course with beautiful greens and sweeping views of the surrounding hilltops and the Caribbean sea. The 5,587 yard, par-71 Karl Litton-designed Jolly Harbor Golf Club course offers challenging play and a lovely setting, with seven lakes and hilly fairways surrounded by tropical greenery. After your game, there is excellent shopping nearby, as well as several beaches. TERMS: THE WINNING BIDDER IS SUBJECT TO THE MANDATORY SUPPLEMENT PLAN WHICH IS, ($125 per person/per night), THIS PLAN PROVIDES DINING, BEVERAGES, RESORT FACILITIES, ACTIVITIES, TAXES & SERVICE CHARGE.This Resort Certificate provides 7 nights accommodation (double occupancy) for up to 2 rooms (value from $2,100-$4,200 on average based on season, RATES PROVIDED BY ELITE ISLAND RESORTS CARIBBEAN) at The Verandah Resort & Spa, Antigua. All reservations are subject to a mandatory surcharge which provides dining, beverages, resort facilities, activities, taxes & service charges. Guests choosing to upgrade to a higher suite category may do so for as little as $40 per day.Reservations are subject to availability, some restrictions apply. Air transportation is not included.EXPIRES JANUARY 1, 2013. “By listing this auction I verify that I am the actual travel agent or travel provider and not a third party affiliate. The travel/accommodations in this auction will be booked directly through me and not an outside agency. I also verify that, other than the government taxes and related government fees stated within the listing description itself, there will be absolutely no additional fees, charges or after auction purchases associated with booking the travel within this listing.”

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