Antigua, Grand Pineapple Beach Resort ****
Destination: Caribbean - Antigua
Resort: Antigua
Depart: Gatwick - 24DEC07
Duration: 14 nights
Rating: 4 Stars (Tour Operator rating)
Board: All Inclusive
Cost: £2309 pp (Based on 2 sharing)
Acc Name: Grand Pineapple Beach Resort
Room Type: Twin
Description:
Situated on the tranquil stretch of Long Bay, spread across 25 acres of lush tropical gardens. This Occidental hotel is a wonderful choice for active guests as there's a generous array of activities included.
Ocean lovers will enjoy snorkelling on the reefs in the shallow waters and lying on the beautiful white sand beach to top up their tans. While if relaxing closer to the bar is more your thing, you've got the choice of 2 beautifully landscaped pools.
Where is it?
On Long Bay beach, on the northeast coast. 30 min to St John's. Transfer time from airport: 30 min.
Eats and Drinks
Topaz (offering a variety of international dishes), Pineapple Grill which serves Caribbean specialities (reservations are required). Chef Pietro's offers delicious à la carte dining at least 2 nights a week (booking is essential). There are also barbecues held regularly at the unique location of Mary's Cliff-Top 'Out-House'. 4 bars: Out-House, serving light snacks, beer and sodas 12 noon-5.00pm; Pelican, also open 12 noon-5.00pm for drinks and light snacks; Piano Bar, serving early morning coffee, afternoon tea and all-day drinks; and Pineapple Sports Bar & Disco serving drinks and late-night snacks 6.30pm-1.30am. Late snacks are served from 11.00pm-1.30am at the Pelican Snack Bar.
Entertainment
Live entertainment such as bands, theme nights and weekly cocktail parties.
Fun and Games
2 swimming pools, 4 tennis courts, fitness centre, aerobics, beach football, basketball, beach volleyball, table tennis, darts, games room, pool and water sports including windsurfing, snorkelling, Sunfish sailing, Hobie Cats, kayaks and aqua aerobics. Golf at the 18-hole, par-70 Cedar Valley course (30 min away) is also available (local charge).
Handy stuff
Babysitting service, laundry service, gift shop and Internet access (all payable locally).
Rooms
180 rooms on up to 3 floors in 11 buildings. All with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, telephone, tea/coffee maker, safety deposit box, bathroom and hairdryer. Standard Rooms have a queen-size bed, sleeping 2 adults.
Room Upgrades
Garden View Rooms - have a private or shared balcony, are larger with queen-size, king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.Ocean View Rooms - set back in the hillside and overlooking the resort, these rooms have fabulous sea views, private balcony, 1 king-size bed, sleeping max 2 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child with a rollaway bed. Beach Waterfront Rooms - are located right on the beach or near the water and some have private balcony or terrace. With 2 doubles or 1 king-size bed, sleeping max 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 years.
All Inclusive Of
All meals and snacks, unlimited drinks (including premium brands), all sports and activities above unless otherwise specified.