Aman Resorts, Featuring The Far East, Moroco, Indian Ocean and Indo-China — Aman Resorts — Kuoni Travel World Class 2008 online holiday brochure

AMANRESORTS AMANPURI, PHUKET, THAILAND AMANSARA, KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA AMANKILA, BALI, INDONESIA AMANRESORTS The vision for Amanresorts was a collection of intimate retreats in beautiful surrounds with the unassuming, warm hospitality of a gracious private residence. In 2008, it will be 20 years since Amanpuri, the first Aman resort, opened on Thailand's tropical island of Phuket, giving birth to the concept of the luxury boutique resort. In the subsequent creation of 18 luxury resorts worldwide, each has held fast to this original vision. Certain elements characterise all Aman resorts: a beautiful natural location, often adjacent to a historical, cultural or natural landmark of international renown, a visually arresting design realised by some of the world's leading architects, outstanding facilities and exceptional service. Acknowledged by frequent travellers and the travel industry as one of the world's leading hotel groups, Amanresorts has always preferred to think small. Each Aman resort offers a different location, look, mood and guest experience. Always on the lookout for exceptional circumstances in which culture and history combine strongly in a unique natural environment; Amanresorts continues to expand its worldwide presence. While singularly unique, Aman resorts offer an experience that is intimate and discreet, with a small number of rooms to ensure exclusivity and privacy. The décor of each Aman resort makes use of locally sourced materials, reflecting elements of the natural surroundings and the traditions of local cultures. Since 1988, when flagship Amanpuri (`place of peace') opened in Phuket, Thailand, Amanresorts has established resorts in Bhutan, Cambodia, France, French Polynesia, Indonesia, India, Morocco, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Turks and Caicos and the USA. A small selection of Aman resorts worldwide is available to book through Kuoni World Class. AMANPURI, PHUKET, THAILAND On Thailand's tropical island of Phuket, Amanpuri embraces the Andaman Sea and features 40 Thai-styled pavilions and 30 private villas interspersed throughout a mature coconut plantation. Home to South-east Asia's largest, hotel-based fleet of cruisers, Amanpuri is renowned for its abundance of boating and watersports activities. Amanresorts' flagship resort, Amanpuri is also home to a full service Aman Spa. Prices from £1749 for five nights flying with Eva Air to Bangkok from Heathrow and onwards with Thai Airways to Phuket based on two adults sharing in a Garden pavilion room on room only basis. AMANJENA, MARRAKECH, MOROCCO The first Aman resort on the African continent, Amanjena is located just outside the ancient African city of Marrakech. Capturing a unique blend of traditional tadelkat, Berber decor and minimalism, Amenjena fuses the architectural lines and high arches of Moorish design with contemporary comfort. Creating a palatial residence there are just 32 enormous pavilions and seven mansions, nestled in an oasis of olive trees around a natural basin. This peaceful paradise is a haven for those with relaxation in mind. Prices from £1399 for four nights flying with British Airways from Gatwick based on two adults sharing in a Pavilion room on room only basis. AMANJENA, MARRAKECH, MOROCCO 206 CALL KUONI 01306 747001 OR WWW.KUONIWORLDCLASS.CO.UK

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