Press Releases

February, 2010

TREASURE BEACH BARBADOS

OFFERS TRAVELERS PEACE OF MIND WITH A
"HURRICANE GUARANTEE"

Barbados is seldom hit by a hurricane. In fact, the island has not been hit by a hurricane since 1955 and that was not even a direct hit. However, visitors planning a trip to Treasure Beach Barbados can do so with greater peace of mind due to the first-ever Hurricane Guarantee program offered by the hotel. While the law of averages dictates that Barbados will most likely not be hit by a hurricane in 2010, Treasure Beach takes the worry out of booking and provides guests with
complete confidence that their vacation dreams will not be ruined, should the unlikely occur.

The Hurricane Guarantee programme was therefore created to protect guests during a possible hit while guests are registered at the hotel.

The programme is as follows:

The Treasure Beach Hurricane Guarantee policy will take effect as soon as the US National Weather Service announces the formulation of a hurricane in the area. If the hurricane interrupts the use of all included services, Treasure Beach will offer a replacement vacation. This offer will be for the same duration as the original booking, regardless of the number of days which were affected by the hurricane. The category of rooms booked would be the same as booked in the original booking and will be subject to space availability. The offer is valid for one year. Other expenses including, but not limited to, airfare, F&B, incidental room charges are not included or covered by this guarantee.

November 1, 2006

FAR MORE THAN A DAY TO REMEMBER AT THE ALL NEW TREASURE BEACH HOTEL, BARBADOS

For couples seeking a blissful retreat, Treasure Beach Hotel in Barbados is the wedding venue of choice. Set on the glamorous west coast of Barbados, the hotel has recently transformed in to a chic and stylish haven following a complete make-over.

Treasure Beach offers a stunning location and quiet, intimate charm, making it the most romantic of venues to exchange vows. Located on one of the island’s best white sand beaches, the boutique hotel is set in lush, tropical gardens. Its suites form a horseshoe shape around the fresh water pool and are cool and contemporary in design.

Caribbean interior designer, Simone St Rose, has retained the hotel’s much loved charm creating a genuine style that mixes the contemporary with the tradition and culture of Barbados and the Caribbean as a whole. Specially designed mosaics feature throughout and the artwork and sculptures have been hand selected from Guayana. Colour schemes feature a combination of cool, creamy whites, rich textures and brightly coloured furnishings which stand out against the neutral background of the coral stone walls, reflecting the life and soul of the Caribbean. Floors are hardwood timber and lighting is simple but sophisticated to create an intimate and elegant ambience.

Each of the 35 suites is finished to the highest specification. All rooms feature air conditioning and ceiling fan, a living area with plasma screen TV and high speed WiFi internet access as well as coffee and tea making facilities and a mini bar for comfort. Patios with outdoor furniture and sun loungers offer guests time to relax in private.

Stylish new bathrooms have contemporary fittings, twin sinks, separate shower and bath and smart new flooring using light ceramic tiles. Treasure Beach has partnered with Temple Spa for bathroom treats – an indulgent lifestyle, spa-based skin and body care range for men and women.

The hotel’s three new deluxe suites – the Hemingway Suite, Hibiscus Suite and Hummingbird Suite – offer spacious accommodation and are cool and contemporary in design. All are beautifully furnished with four poster beds and decorated with hand selected works of art. Perfect for romance, all suites boast stunning views over the white sand beach and turquoise sea and offer the ultimate in privacy, space and comfort. All feature a private terrace with a plunge pool and are located right on the edge of the beach.

Delicious offerings from the kitchen make the award-winning ‘Al Fresco’ Restaurant a must where newly weds can dine under the stars and enjoy a variety of culinary experiences all using fresh local ingredients prepared to an excellent standard.

Couples can choose to host their ceremony in the picturesque gardens or on the stunning white sands of Paynes Bay.

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ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE AT TREASURE BEACH, BARBADOS

What better way to start married life than at Treasure Beach, Barbados where a stunning location and quiet, intimate charm combine with the friendliest Bajan hospitality to ensure your very own Caribbean paradise?

Located on one of the island’s best white sand beaches and set within lush, tropical gardens, Treasure Beach is a beautiful boutique hotel ideal for both weddings and honeymoons. With a full-time wedding co-ordinator on hand to ensure that each wedding is totally unique plus a guarantee of no more than one wedding per week, couples can be assured that their special day will truly be one to remember.

For couples wishing to start married life in style, Treasure Beach boasts two deluxe honeymoon suites - the Hibiscus Suite and Hummingbird Suite - which are cool and contemporary in design. Located right on the edge of the beach, both feature a private terrace with a plunge pool. Champagne breakfasts and romantic dinners can be served on the terrace and there is a complimentary mini-bar as well as a dedicated concierge service. These add to the renowned and recently renovated Hemingway Suite which is already well-established as a honeymoon favourite.

Although Treasure Beach offers a number of wedding and honeymoon packages the hotel’s general manager, Hamish Watson, strongly believes these should be used as a guide only and that couples should get together with the hotel’s wedding coordinator to discuss their dream day. The wedding coordinator is full of great and fun ideas and knows how to add that Bajan touch to the celebrations while respecting the brides every wish.

Kuoni (01306 747008 or www.kuoni.co.uk) offers seven nights at Treasure Beach, Barbados from £1,178 per person including return flights from London Gatwick with Virgin Atlantic, in-resort transfers and accommodation in a Garden View Suite with daily breakfast.

For further information on Treasure Beach call 001 246 432 1346 or visit www.treasurebeachhotel.com

TREASURE BEACH RECRUITS BAJAN CULINARY STAR TO RUSTLE UP NEW CULINARY DELIGHTS

Treasure Beach is delighted to announce the appointment of Kirk Kirton as Head Chef. Kirton takes the helm at the hotel’s award-winning ‘Al Fresco’ restaurant in time for the winter season and promises a mouth-watering menu for guests and visitors alike.

A culinary star in Barbados, Kirton combines a Mediterranean style with the use of fresh, local ingredients and has already created a range of wonderful recipes to tempt the most refined taste-buds. Signature dishes include a delicious ‘Half Local Baby Chicken, roasted and served on Sweet Potato Puree with Piperade and Herb Butter’ and a mouth-watering ‘Cream Cheese Bavarian with Local Guava and Cinnamon Cookie’.

Kirton brings 14 years experience to the position at Treasure Beach including the Head Chef post at west coast favourites such as The Lone Star and Olives Bistro. A period in the UK followed where Kirton headed up the kitchen at The Inn on the Green in Cookham Dean, The Globe in Cowes and Incognico in the heart of London’s theatre district. On return to Barbados, Kirton was employed by Master chef Hans Schweitzer at the fine dining restaurant La Mer in Port St Charles before becoming Executive Chef at Royal Westmoreland. A Barbadian national, Kirton studied and graduated from the Florida Culinary Institute.

Treasure Beach’s ‘Al Fresco’ restaurant is well established on the island but the appointment of Kirton and his culinary expertise is sure to secure its position as one of the island’s finest dining experiences for hotel guests and visitors alike.

Visit www.treasurebeachhotel.com for more information.