The new InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa has been included in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List, one of only three South Pacific hotels and resorts to make the definitive list of the world’s best new hotels.

Its position on the Hot List coincides with confirmation of opening dates for the resort’s new Club InterContinental, which will be ready for bookings from 1 June 2010.  Once unveiled, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa will be the only resort in Fiji to offer a Club product for its premium guests.

“I cannot think of a more extraordinary accolade for a new hotel or resort than to be included in the Condé Nast Hot List.  The annual showcase is a catalogue of the world’s most aspirational destinations; it’s fantastic to be recognised by such an esteemed judge of sensational resorts,” said InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa general manager, Neil Houghton.

“We’re about to raise the bar again though, with the opening of Club InterContinental Fiji.  Being the first resort in Fiji to introduce a Club concept, we’ve been working for months to deliver something visitors to the archipelago have never seen here before.”

Set high on the hill, with sweeping views of Natadola Bay, the resort’s Club InterContinental will offer seasoned travellers the exclusivity of a resort within a resort.  Surrounding its private entertainment pavilion including an infinity pool, lounge area and al fresco dining, Club InterContinental boasts 55 hilltop suites all with luxurious Cleopatra baths and many featuring private plunge pools.

Access to Club InterContinental at InterContinental Fiji comes with a 24-hour personalised butler service, complimentary breakfast in a choice of three stunning venues, afternoon tea and cocktails with canapés in the evening.

“To have made the list without the availability of our stunning new Club is a great achievement for the resort.  With the addition of Club InterContinental, we are certain the resort’s reputation as a luxurious pacific retreat will be elevated even further,” said Neil.

The Condé Nast team was particularly taken by InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa’s magnificent setting on Natadola Beach, the only stretch of natural, white sand on the main island of Fiji, Viti Levu.

According to Condé Nast, the palm fringed sands and clear water together with the resort’s expansive grounds, sizable rooms and endless possibilities for leisure make it a destination that guest “might happily decide to go no farther” from. 

To celebrate the Condé Nast accolade and the eminent opening of Club InterContinental, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa is offering a special early bird rate for travel between 1 June 2010 and 31 March 2011.

GIVE ME A SMILE

Fiji’s National Airline, Air Pacific, today unveiled its new brand showcasing the airline’s new tag-line “The World’s Friendliest Airline”. In the coming weeks, advertising featuring the airlines’ employees portraying the Fijian spirit will launch. Air Pacific and its regional airline Pacific Sun are uniquely capable of this positioning due primarily to the wonderful reputation of the Fiji islands and their people.

Managing Director and CEO John Campbell said, “Our entire team at Air Pacific are excited about this new positioning. We come from the world’s friendliest place and this gives us the confidence to call ourselves the world’s friendliest airline. Thousands of travelers visit Fiji every year and experience the warmth and friendliness of our people. As Fiji’s international airline we deliver that genuine warmth with passion and pride. Our motivation is to offer the best of Fiji to all our guests. For Fiji customers traveling abroad you do not leave Fiji until you step off our aircraft and for everyone coming into Fiji, you are at home the moment you step on board and our crew welcome you with a friendly Fijian “Bula!”

Air Pacific’s new positioning complements Tourism Fiji’s “Fiji Me” brand which will be used extensively in overseas marketing campaigns to showcase the diversity of the Fiji experience and reinforce the special beauty of Fiji, our people.

The launch of Air Pacific’s and Pacific Sun’s new brand follows a number of initiatives targeted at providing greater value for customers