… beaches on Great Exuma, just a short flight from Miami.
The largest of the 365 mostly uninhabited islands, or cays, within the 190-kilometre (120-mile) Exuma archipelago, Great Exuma rests on the Tropic of Cancer, just 209 kilometres (130 miles) southeast of Nassau. Here, temperatures average 26°C (78°F), all year round. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters, the island's gently sloping beaches are floored in soft, white sand that simply invites sunning, snorkelling or wading. Sunlight refracts through the shallow water, creating a kaleidoscope of vivid aquamarine. Yet, this island paradise remains largely undiscovered, and home to only 3,400 residents.
Of all the beautiful beaches on Great Exuma, crescent-shaped Emerald Bay is particularly scenic. And, just outside the bay, a rainbow of brightly coloured tropical fish, delicate coral and graceful manta rays abound in the pristine waters. Further away is Exuma Cays National Land and Sea Park, a 453-square-kilometre (175-square-mile) preserve founded in 1958, the first of its kind in the world. Home to several rare and exotic species of birds, reptiles, fish and flora, the park welcomes visitors, above the water or below, to an inspiring sanctuary, unspoiled by fishing or hunting. Divers can explore the magnificent coral reef of Exuma Sound, filled with caves, drop-offs and blue holes.
Combining sophisticated comfort and an unspoiled setting, Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay is a convenient, 15-minute drive from Exuma International Airport, with its direct flights to Nassau (40 minutes) or Miami (1 hour and 30 minutes).
Landscaped pathways connect beachfront and ocean view guest rooms with the main building, white sand beach and swimming pools. Guests enjoy a complete range of recreational options, including golf, a full-service spa and fitness centre, a tennis centre and extensive water sports. One highlight is Four Seasons Golf Club Great Exuma at Emerald Bay, a 6,880-yard, par-72 jewel designed by Greg Norman, with six dramatic ocean-side holes ? one of the finest tests of golf in the Bahamas and the Caribbean. The Resort is also adjacent to a deep-water marina, due to open in 2005, with 125 state-of-the-art slips for ocean-going yachts.
Restaurants feature indoor and alfresco dining. Function spaces, indoors and out, facilitate creative options for staging meetings and receptions. Every aspect of the Resort is infused with Four Seasons service. Consistently warm, personalised and intuitive, it ensures an unparallelled experience in The Bahamas.
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Guestrooms & Suites : Combining sophisticated comfort and an unspoiled setting, Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay offers 183 guest rooms and suites. Designed for spacious comfort and privacy, all guest rooms and suites have furnished terraces or balconies; many with scenic vistas of Emerald Bay. All rooms and suites are equipped with hairdryer, iron with ironing board, coffee and tee making facilities, minibar and in-room safe.
- The Garden View Rooms have a size of 44 squaremetres ( 475 square feet) and they are equipped with one king-size bed or two double beds. Designed for spacious comfort and privacy, Garden View Rooms on the ground and second floor feature furnished terraces or balconies overlooking landscaped gardens surrounding the swimming pool. Luxurious conveniences include an entertainment armoire with TV and DVD or video player, a built-in safe, high-speed Internet connection and two dual-line telephones (one with speaker) with data and fax ports. These rooms are furnished in either a sky, seagrass, shell or vibrant Nassau colour scheme. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The spacious bathrooms include a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large, dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove, with telephone. One rollaway or one crib is available only in king-bedded rooms. Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
- The Partial Ocean View Rooms have a size of 44 Quadratmetern (475 square feet) and they are equipped with one king-size bed or two double beds. Designed for spacious comfort and privacy, these ground or second floor guest rooms feature furnished terraces or balconies with partial views of the ocean through the palm trees. Luxurious conveniences include an entertainment armoire with TV and DVD or video player, a built-in safe, high-speed Internet connection and two dual-line telephones (one with speaker) with data and fax ports. These rooms are furnished in either a sky, seagrass, shell or vibrant Nassau colour scheme. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The spacious bathrooms include a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large, dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove, with telephone. One rollaway or one crib is available only in king-bedded rooms. Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
- The Ocean View Rooms have a size of 44 squaremetres (475 square feet) and they are equipped with one king-size bed or two double beds. Designed for spacious comfort and privacy, Ocean View Rooms are on the ground, second or third floors and feature furnished terraces or balconies with views over the landscaped garden toward the beach and ocean. Luxurious conveniences include an entertainment armoire with TV and DVD or video player, a built-in safe, high-speed Internet connection and two dual-line telephones (one with speaker) with data and fax ports. These rooms are furnished in either a sky, seagrass, shell, or vibrant Nassau colour scheme. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The spacious bathrooms include a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large, dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove, with telephone. One rollaway or one crib is available only in king-bedded rooms. Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
- The Beachfront Rooms have a size of 51 squaremetres (550 square feet) and they are equipped with one king-size bed or two double beds. Beachfront Rooms are located just a few steps from the white sandy beach of Emerald Bay. Ground or second floor rooms have sweeping views overlooking the beach, the brilliant turquoise waters of the bay and the ocean-side holes of the golf course. These rooms feature furnished terraces or balconies. Luxurious conveniences include an entertainment armoire with TV and DVD or video player, a built-in safe, high-speed Internet connection and two dual-line telephones (one with speaker) with data and fax ports. these rooms are furnished in a variety of palettes of sky, seagrass, shell or Nassau vibrant colours. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The spacious full bathroom includes a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove, with telephone. One rollaway or one crib is available only in king-bedded rooms. Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
- The Four Seasons Junior Suites measure 84 squaremetres (900 square feet) and they are equipped with one king-size bed. Four Seasons Junior Suites offer the privacy of a bedroom and living area separated by French doors. These suites provide all the amenities of the guestrooms, but with the addition of a comfortable living room. Located throughout the Resort, these suites offer gracious vistas of Emerald Bay or the gardens and some are conveniently located near the Kid?s Centre. They feature furnished terraces or balconies and a comfortable living room with a sofabed and separate closet. Luxurious conveniences include an entertainment armoire with TV and DVD or video player, a built-in safe, high-speed Internet connection and two dual-line telephones (one with speaker) with data and fax ports. The junior suites are furnished in a variety of palettes of sky, seagrass, shell or Nassau vibrant colours. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The master bathroom includes a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large, dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove, with telephone. There is a guest powder room with shower off the living area. One double sofabed or one crib is available. Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
- The One-Bedroom Beachfront Suites have a size of 116 squaremetres (1,252 square feet) and feature a spacious furnished terrace. These suites are located on the ground floor and offer view of the Emerald Bay. Ideal for families travelling together or for private entertaining, One-Bedroom Beachfront Suites furnish ample space for privacy and relaxation. These suites offer a master bedroom with king-size bed, walk-in closet, living and dining room with a pull-out sofabed. Suites are equipped with a large stereo-sound television with DVD and CD player. Rooms are furnished in either sky, seagrass, shell or vibrant Nassau colour scheme. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The master bathroom includes a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large, dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove with telephone. The second bathroom features a shower, WC and vanity. One rollaway or one crib is available. Maximum Occupancy 3 adults and 1 child, or 2 adults and 2 children.
- The One-Bedroom Beachfront Suites can also be converted into Two-Bedroom Beachfront Suites with a size of 167 squaremetres (1,802 square feet). These suites are located on the ground floor with view of the Emerald Bay and feature a spacious furnished terrace. Ideal for families travelling together or for private entertaining, Two-Bedroom Beachfront Suites furnish ample space for privacy and relaxation. These suites offer a master bedroom with king-size bed, a second bedroom with a king-size bed or two double beds, walk-in closet, living and dining room with a pull-out sofabed. Suites are equipped with a large stereo-sound television with DVD and CD player. Rooms are furnished in either sky, seagrass, shell or vibrant Nassau colour scheme. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. The two master bathrooms include a deep soaking tub, separate glass-walled shower and large, dual-sink vanity. The WC is secluded in a separate alcove with telephone. The guest bathroom features a shower, WC and vanity. One rollaway or one crib per bedroom, in king-bedded rooms only are available; one double sofabed in living area. Maximum occupancy 6 adults and 1 child, or 2 adults and 5 children.
- The Royal Beachfront Villa is a luxurious, two-storey, private beachfront residence with stunning views in all directions and this Three-Bedroom Royal Beachfront Villa fosters a unique sense of seclusion. The 536-squaremetre (5,767-square-foot) Royal Beachfront Villa features a private pool and peaceful patio courtyard for alfresco dining, relaxing or entertaining. On the main floor are two spacious bedrooms, linked by the living and dining room. The master bedroom occupies the entire second floor, and features a walk-in closet, a den and a balcony. The suite features a 107-centimetre (42-inch) plasma television and surround-sound DVD/CD player. Rooms are furnished in a variety of colour schemes: sky, seagrass, shell or vibrant Nassau colours. The stone floors have custom area rugs, and the dark-stained handcrafted furnishings feature impressive white painted millwork and British Colonial-inspired decorative castings and trims. The windows are framed by plantation shutters. These villa offers three spacious bathrooms each with a deep soaking tub, separate shower, dual sink vanity and secluded WC and a guest powder room off the living area. One rollaway or one crib per king bedded room are available. Maximum occupancy with two king-size beds and two double beds 9 adults, or 6 adults and 3 children.
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Cuisine & Cocktails : The elegant restaurants of Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma Hotel offer fresh island seafood and Bahamian specialities, indoors or outdoor:
- The enchanting Bahamian ambience of gourmet restaurant Il Cielo is accentuated by floor-to-ceiling glass panels and screens to create a light and airy dining experience, backdropped by views over the pools and the ocean. Il Cielo serves breakfast daily, offering a spectacular buffet along with an ? la carte menu. For dinner, dine on Italian cuisine while gazing at the landscaped gardens and stars overlooking Emerald Bay. On the menu is a wide selection of Italian dishes and fresh, locally caught seafood ? stylishly prepared and accompanied by offerings from an impressive wine cellar. A variety of vegetarian dishes and an inspired selection of nutrionally balanced, healthier fare is offered on all menus. A children's menu is also available.
- Located beside the pool area, the Sea Breeze Grill offers a shaded, open-air terrace. This casual dining experience offers an alfresco setting for lunch and dinner. Live nightly entertainment is offered. The Sea Breeze Grill offers a tasty selection of casual fare, from grilled meats and seafood to pizza (prepared in a wood-burning pizza oven) and gourmet sandwiches ? all prepared with Caribbean flair. A variety of vegetarian dishes and an inspired selection of nutrionally balanced, healthier fare is offered on all menus. A children's menu is also available.
- Adjacent to Il Cielo, Il Cielo Lounge is a perfect spot for relaxing over a quiet drink or a snack. In the evening, enjoy tropical libations and classic cocktails on the outdoor patio, with your favourite Cuban cigar and grappa.
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Leisure & Wellness : This wellness resort is offering 17 indoor treatment rooms and 2 outdoor treatment cabanas, the full-service spa and fitness centre measures 3,011 squaremetres (32,406 square feet). A secluded, tranquil garden peacefully anchors the Resort's wellness program. Homeopathic spa therapies, using natural salts extracted from local salt beds and indigenous herbs, flowers and oils, relax the body and activate its natural healing processes.
Specialised treatments are also available for younger guests. The Teen Spa Lounge, located on the second floor of the main spa building, is a relaxing oasis for teens aged 13 to 17 and offers a selection of services tailored to meet their specific needs. The Starfish Salon treats 5 to 12 year olds to pampering and fun.
The Quiet Pool is located close to the beach, providing a haven for guests who want to relax poolside in a quiet and secluded area. This is a step-entry pool. The free-form Active Pool is the centrepiece of the Resort, surrounded by attractive tropical landscaping, furnishings and the poolside Sea Breeze Grill. Poolside beverage service is available. Attendants provide guests with iced water, cold towels and refreshing chilled spritz. The Turtle Pond is a shallow, sloped children's pool, located within the Kids For All Seasons centre.
The Fitness Club offers a wide range of cardiovascular equipment, including Cybex stations, treadmills, elliptical crosstrainers and free weights. All cardiovascular exercise stations are equipped with mounted personal television sets, and fitness attendants are always on hand to assist. A variety of high- and low-impact aerobics classes are offered, as well as organised outdoor runs and walks.
Four Seasons Golf Club Great Exuma at Emerald Bay is a championship 18-hole golf course designed by golf legend, Greg Norman. Set to become one of the world's greatest ocean-side clubs, the course uses an environmentally friendly seashore paspalum grass, which offers a lush, deep green canopy. Nestled in a series of dramatic fairways along the oceanfront that wind through seaside dunes, the course finishes on a rocky peninsula with a spectacular view of the ocean. Six signature holes hug the perimeter of Emerald Bay's scenic peninsula, providing unparalleled vistas along its turquoise waters. Welcome to Golf Hotel Four Seasons Great Exuma Resort!
Managed by world-renowned Peter Burwash International, the Resort's tennis facilities offer six Har-Tru courts. Har-Tru is a preferred clay-like surface manufactured from crushed green and gray stone to create an exceptional playing experience. Tennis courts are lit for night play. Equipment is available at the pro shop, where lessons can also be arranged.
To make the most of the beautiful surroundings, Four Seasons offers a wide choice of water sports and seafaring activities, from private charter sailing and catamaran cruises complete with food and beverage service and crew, to expert instruction in snorkelling, windsurfing and kayaking. Guests have complimentary use of all non-motorised water-sports equipment or may simply choose to laze on the powdery-soft sand beach of Emerald Bay.
In 2005, the Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma will boast a new 7-hectare (17-acre) deep-water marina that can moor up to 100 ocean-going yachts, several up to 60 metres (200 feet) in length, as well as the Resort's fleet of watercraft for charters and day excursions.
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Meetings & Banquets : Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay as conference hotel accommodates meetings and events for groups of 10 to 500 people. Its intimate setting, with a quintessential island backdrop, lends itself to strategic meetings, seminars, conferences, banquets and executive retreats or high-level incentive groups. Dedicated conference and banquet facilities, beside the Resort's main building, work equally well for small groups or large. In addition to 13,022 square feet (1,210 squaremetres) of indoor meeting space, there is also 12,000 square feet (1,116 squaremetres) of dedicated outdoor function space spread over landscaped grounds and a pool terrace, with spectacular views of Emerald Bay.
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Other Facilites : 24-hour business services, secretarial services, translation services. 24-hour room service. Air conditioning. Nonsmoking rooms. Handicapped facilities. Valet parking, car rental. Airport transfer. Limousine service. Baby sitting. Pets are allowed on request.
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