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Long Bay Beach Resort & Villas

(British Virgin Islands)

After the beach, the tennis, the exploring--whatever you fill your day with--you will return to rooms which offer all the comforts of home and all the beauty of Tortola. All accommodations are fully appointed and beautifully furnished, reflecting the air of casual sophistication at Long Bay. Each room comes with air conditioning, direct dial telephone, wet bar, coffee maker, alarm clock, hair dryer, and security safe. Choose from a variety of private, informally elegant accommodations, all commanding palm-framed views of Tortola's most magnificent beach.

Accomodation

Hillside Oceanview - Dotted on the hillside among lush tropical vegetation, these rooms are about 100 yards from the ocean at elevations of 75 to 100 feet. All have large balconies or patios with dramatic ocean views, separate dressing areas, and bathrooms with showers. These are spacious, comfortable units, many with separate sitting areas and king-sized beds. Hillside Oceanview Deluxe Large and spacious with a choice of king-size or twin beds, these tastefully furnished rooms are equipped with cable TV and VCR's and offer refined luxuries such as marble vanities.  Rooms have either large covered private deck or balcony and connecting rooms areavailable for families.

Jacuzzi Junior Suite - Situated on the hillside among lush tropical vegetation with glorious ocean views. These spacious split-level rooms are very private and particularly popular with couples and honeymooners. All have spacious balconies, lounge area with TV and video with steps leading up to the bedroom level. Featuring king-sized beds and a full size Jacuzzi and shower, these are perfect for a romantic hideaway Beachfront Deluxe Grand scale beachfront living just yards from the surf and our powdery white sand beach.

The accommodations consist of a spacious air conditioned bedroom with a four poster king or two queen size beds, opening onto a spectacular covered sitting area on a 120 square foot deck or balcony. Views extend across the blue Caribbean sea to the neighboring islands. In addition to a wet bar, the units have a separate shower room, marble vanity and dressing room area, bathroom, walk-in closet and cable TV.

Beachfront Cabanas appeal to the Robinson Crusoe instinct. There are just ten units, built on stilts and spread among the palms along at the water¹s edge. These cabanas have been completely remodeled, and offer barefoot seclusion and romance with the comforts of quiet air conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV and VCR¹s. Units feature special touches like marble vanities and your own private hammock under a spacious full length deck overlooking the ocean.

Family Villas Long Bay also offers a variety of two and three bedroom, luxurious full-service homes and apartments located on and around the resort. Each property is unique, but all have views of the ocean and many have pools. Guests have access to all resort facilities, and meal plans are available. These Villas are ideal for families, group vacations or a private getaway.

Rates

2008 - 2009, European Plan

Early Bird Specials - Christmas and New Year 2008/2009

December 22^nd, 2008 - January 4^th, 2009

Regular Rate - Christmas and New Year 2008/2009

December 22^nd, 2008 - January 4^th, 2009

Winter

January 5^th — April 5^th, 2008

Spring and Autumn

April 6^th — June 1^st and November 1^st — December 20^th, 2008

Summer,

June 2^nd — October 31^st, 2008

Long Bay Rack Rates 2008 - 2009, European Plan

• Earlybird offer applicable to bookings received by June 30^th, 2008

• Christmas and New Year may be subject to minimum stay requirements

• Tax & Service is an additional 17%

• Extra Person Rate $35 per night plus Tax and Service at 17%

• Modified American Plan (Breakfast & Dinner or Breakfast & Lunch) $48 per person per day plus 10% service charge, and must be taken for entire stay or minimum of 7 nights

• Children under 12 in parent’s room are free of charge. 2 Children sharing second room pay single rate. Children’s M.A.P. - $30 per child, plus 10% Service. Children under age 2 - Free M.A.P

Long Bay is a complete vacation resort, providing amenities and activities to meet the needs of every guest. Information about individual on-site offerings is available by clicking the listings below. For more activities easily accessible from Long Bay, click on "nearby adventure." Dining Watersports Tennis Spa Shopping Conference Center Nearby Adventure Gymnasium

Garden Restaurant Sophisticated Continental and Caribbean gourmet fare, acclaimed as the finest cuisine in the BVI, is offered in an elegant setting with a backdrop of floodlit tropical gardens. Dinner is served nightly from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The à la carte menu is complimented by daily specials and is famous for its fresh fish, delicious vegetarian dishes, and fine desserts. The wine list is extensive, featuring the finest North American and European wines. Reservations are recommended. The Beach Cafe The Beach Cafe is open from 7:30 am to 9:30 pm. Lunch features casual island delicacies; dinner is served under the stars and next to the ocean in the refurbished ruins of an old sugar mill. The à la carte menu features exciting North American and Caribbean cuisine and regular evening buffets with live entertainment. To dine on the popular balcony, reservations are recommended. Beach Bar The Beach Bar is open throughout the day and evening. Try an Island Fizz with breakfast, a Long Bay Cooler with lunch, or a Papaya Daiquiri with dinner. Happy hour is held every evening from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and features live entertainment.   The Pelican Pool Bar A gorgeous new addition to Long Bay serving tropical refreshments and tasty snacks to swim up customers and poolside loungers. Terry's Bar Named for Long Bay founder Terry Ford, who began hosting guests and friends with his wife Mary at Long Bay more than thirty years ago.  A popular spot to unwind over cocktails, service is from 6:30 pm onwards in the bar and on the terrace.   

Colombian Emeralds Long Bay Beach Resort is proud to offer Colombian Emeralds for that very special gift.   The Elegant Pelican Located next to reception, the Elegant Pelican is a unique island shopping experience. Enter a typical Caribbean home through its courtyard and delve into the hidden treasures of luxury resort wear and gifts. The shop also stocks basic vacation necessities, as well as reading material and video rentals. The Sporting Pelican The Sporting Pelican offers a range of colorful tropical and sports clothing, including t-shirts, hats, bags and beachwear. Tennis racquets, boogie boards, snorkeling equipment and other water sport gear is available for rental. The Pelicatessen The Pelicatessen is your resort source for tasty snacks and gourmet specialties, plus a full range of grocery items for villa guests. Provisions include fresh breads, milk, vegetables, meat and other household goods. Daily delivery direct to your villa is also available.

Long Bay is proud to offer a comprehensive tennis program under the direction of Peter Burwash International and our on-site pro. Complimentary clinics are offered and lessons are available. A new pro shop and two lighted artificial grass courts have recently been added. There is a nominal charge for court time. Special tennis packages are available for the tennis enthusiast.   Peter Burwash International is the premier tennis management company in the world. Its mission is to staff and manage quality resorts, hotels and clubs with highly trained tennis professionals. Founded by Peter Burwash in 1975, the company has been highly successful in fulfilling that mission. Through a meticulous process of selecting professionals and sites, and an exhaustive training program, PBI has grown to include over 80 professionals who staff 53 sites in 24 countries. Built on a foundation of attention to detail in providing first-class service to guests and members, PBI has reached over 3 million tennis players in the past 20 years. Return to menu. o Long Bay's mile-long beach is white, powdery, and the perfect spot for water sports. In the summer, the beach provides excellent snorkeling; in the winter, bodysurfing is a popular activity. Snorkeling equipment and boogie boards are available for rental at our shop, The Sporting Pelican. The resort also features two fresh water pools, one with lovely ocean views. Return to menu.  

The Virgin Islands Conference Center is the newest addition to Long Bay Beach Resort & Villas. Our main hall can accommodate 50 to160 people, and opens onto an outdoor terraced reception area perfect for breakout sessions or cocktail receptions up to 450 people. We offer a separate conference office, which is fully equipped with telephones, computers, and fax machine. Secretarial services and catering can be provided. In addition, the conference center features a full range of state of the art equipment. Details are available from our in-house Meeting Planner; please see Reservations for further information.

Spa The brand new Spa at Long Bay offers a tempting variety of treatments designed to rejuvenate the mind and body.  All treatments can be booked and paid for locally. 

Sample details are a follows: The Spa and Fitness Center at Long Bay Beach resort Open Monday to Saturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday from 11 am.  

Sample prices

    Fitness Center Personal Coaching Session ­ includes orientation and body composition analysis, 30 minutes $45, 60 minutes $60, 90 minutes $75      Massage Therapy ­ experienced male and female therapists, 30 minutes $50, 55 minutes $85, 85  minutes $110     

Kombu Sea Tangle Body Wrap ­ aroma steam sauna and ozone therapy, body wrap and aloe treatment, 60 minutes $75      

Rose Clay Body Wrap ­ aroma steam sauna and ozone therapy body wrap and aloe treatment ­ excellent for ski problems, 60 minutes $75     

Caribbean Body Scrub ­includes loofah herbal scrub and Swedish massage, 80-Minutes $110     

Cellulite Treatment ­ a combination of derma-ray and electro crystal biogenetic therapies with powerful herbal creams and vigorous massage, 80-Minutes $110

Spa Combo ­ aroma steam sauna, massage, aloe vera body treatment and facial, 120 minutes $135

The Gymnasium at Long Bay The new air conditioned gymnasium at Long Bay is complimentary to guests and is the most sophisticated facility of it's type in the British Virgin Islands.  Facilities include Hoist fixed weight multi-gym with 400 lb. maximum weight setting.  The setting combinations allow all body parts to be exercised. This is complimented by dumbbell free weights, up to 50 lbs, incline and decline benches and bench press.  The gymnasium has extensive mirrors, which provide a safety angle when lifting weights and an array of stretch mats to allow for pre and post exercise  stretching. Cardio-vascular exercise is well catered for and includes Schwin treadmills, Stairmaster and exercise bicycles. Return to menu.      

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