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LAZING IN LAUCALA
FIJI
Juliana Mare shares the luxury that is Laucala Resort, in Fiji.
he ‘home of happiness’, Fiji, is
renowned for its tropical waters,
pretty palm trees and luxurious beachside
villas.

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Two hundred and five kilometres south of
Nadi, one of Fiji’s main cities, is a 3,500acre island that will surpass your
expectations of luxury – on every level.
Laucala Island is home to the aptly
named, Laucala Island Resort, a member
of The Leading Hotels of the World; and
deservedly so. A fusion of traditional
Fijian style, contemporary comfort and
first-class amenities, the 25 private villas
on the island’s northern tip are
uncommonly luxurious.
Leading London-based interior designer
Lynne Hunt styled the villas, drawing
inspiration from the breathtaking natural
landscape of Laucala Island.
The one, two and three bedroom villas all
feature their own swimming pool, private
beach access and large outdoor decking
areas. While each villa is exceedingly
opulent in its own right, it’s the Peninsula
Clifftop Villa, which is the epitome of
splendour.
Nestled on the cliff side, the panoramic
beach views from this villa are
unparalleled; and the interior is just as
stunning. Locally sourced wood and
fibres have been incorporated into the
design, finished with vases of wild orchids

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harvested from the island’s natural rain
forest.
That’s the beauty of Laucala; it is 100
per cent sustainable and dedicated to
offering
the
freshest
resources,
ingredients and produce from its farms.
Everything from fruit and vegetables to
poultry and cattle is sourced on the
island.
With five exclusive restaurants nestled
around the island, there’s plenty of
variety in how this fresh produce is used.
With top international chefs from Europe
and Asia manning the kitchens, guests at
Laucala can enjoy a diverse range of
Western, Asian and local cuisines.
The Beach Bar will serve barbequed
barramundi, freshly caught from the
ocean. The Rock Lounge offers cocktails
as enticing as the scenic views of
Seagrass Bay, while the Plantation House
features a gourmet menu and wine list in
a colonial-style replica mansion.
While the temptation of spending all day
lazing by your private pool or exclusive
slice of beach might be difficult to resist,
Laucala offers an alluring range of leisure
activities for its guests.
The most notable of which is the 18-hole
championship golf course, designed by
award-winning Scotsman David McLayKidd. Golfers of all skill levels will be in

awe of the stunning course, which is set
among the natural mountains, valleys
and plantations of the island.
If you prefer exploring the sea from a
fish-eye’s view, Fiji is home to some of
the most beautiful marine environments
and Laucala offers snorkelling and scuba
diving for guests to explore the pristine
waters from within. Or, you could opt for
a more luxurious ride in the DeepFlight
Super Falcon Submarine!
Of course, no resort is complete without a
Day Spa. Laucala is home to the Spa
Suites, where you can enjoy a tailored
experience with relaxation techniques
based on the island’s natural resources.
Treatments include hot stones, massages,
scrubs and reflexology.
Laucala Island Resort is committed to
delivering exclusive luxury, which
combines all the modern hotel services
and amenities with the culture and grace
of traditional Fijian hospitality.
A stay at this premier resort is allinclusive, encompassing accommodation,
fine dining and leisure activities, with
prices starting from US$4,600 (onebedroom), US$7,700 (two-bedroom) and
US$9,600 (three-bedroom) per night.
Full details, including online reservations
can be found on The Leading Hotels of
the World website at www.lhw.com