What's Floating Around Cloud 9? 11 May 2015

Welcome to another week and we're following last week's look at some of the new hotels opening around the world, with a few more we've found. To mark the start of what will hopefully be a sunnier period, weather wise, we thought that we'd just look at the Caribbean. That way even if the good old weather in blighty lets us down, we can always dream of that fabulous Caribbean sunshine.

Or you may even decide to take a last minute holiday to one of these hotels if, like us, you just love being in the sun...

We begin with Paradise Beach Nevis which opened on 26 January 2015 and is a stunning island beauty offering the only private beachfront Villa Resort on Nevis.  Located just feet from the white powdery sands of the Caribbean, their villas are distinctive for their unforgettable views of the ocean overlooking the island of St Kitts and the impressive, Mount Nevis.  Beckoning back to a time when the world was untouched, you will experience complete privacy and island grandeur in their unique luxury villas, built with Indonesian-thatched roofs, hand cut exposed beams, and 20-foot vaulted ceilings.

Very shortly after, Sandals opened their new, beautiful resort in Barbados on January 28, which is an all-new retreat in the spirited St. Lawrence Gap area, offering undeniable luxury with inventive accommodations spanning three unique villages, world-class cuisine with international appeal, including a festive Indian cuisine restaurant, and innovative bar and pool designs. Unwind to the relaxed calypso beat, enjoy the sun & surf and explore the sexiness of your suite, an abode designed with your utmost comfort in mind and featuring everything from ocean views, Butler Elite service and zero-entry access to Barbados' largest and longest lagoon pool, to private tranquility soaking tubs on most patios and terraces.

However, the most intriguing upcoming venue in the Caribbean is The Baha Mar Resort which in total, will have 2,900 hotel rooms and residences, a 100,000 square foot casino, an 18-hole, 72-par Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, an ESPA spa and more than a dozen pools. Plus a 200,000 square feet convention centre - sounds insane we know!

Of course, we're most interested in the hotels that will open and it's quite a mix, they are as follows: 

Baha Mar Resort and Casino
Summer fun is a breeze at Baha Mar Casino & Hotel, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course, cool off in one of the 6 outdoor swimming pools, and enjoy a treatment at the full-service spa. Want a nice, cool drink? Try the beach-side bar or one of the resort's other drinking venues including a beach bar and a swim-up bar. Additional amenities at this 4-star resort include a water park, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness centre! 




Rosewood at Baha Mar 
Nestled against the famed sands of Cable Beach, Nassau, the Bahamas, Rosewood at Baha Mar will be island hospitality at its finest. This is a place that wears its British colonial heritage proudly on its sleeve, while melding it with every global amenity imaginable. A stunning mix of intuitive service, culinary treasures and Bahamian culture, Rosewood at Baha Mar will offer a range of authentic restaurants, an apothecary-style Tea and Floral shop and an array of distinctive Bahamian artwork. Minutes away the bustle of downtown Nassau awaits, the Bahamian capital providing a lively contrast to the serenity and tranquility of the resort. Epitomizing relaxed oceanfront living at its best, Rosewood at Baha Mar will give every guest a gilded glimpse into the soul of the islands, gracing every holiday not only with crystal waters and pure white sands, but also warmth, joy and opportunity. Truly, this is a destination to be savored, and explored!



SLS Lux at Baha Mar
In the heart of Baha Mar – The New Riviera, SLS Hotels takes its standards of style, luxury and service to an exotic new locale with SLS LUX Hotel & Residences at Baha Mar. A feast for the senses.  A creative cocktail of sophistication and playfulness.  A hotel with style, luxury and service with elements of creativity and community, SLS LUX at Baha Mar will be an irresistible Bahamian retreat for the most discerning global traveler. Featuring 300 rooms, including 107 residences, world-class décor, unforgettable dining and nightlife experiences, exclusive access to the sbe Collection and global concierge—this unprecedented destination and ownership opportunity can be yours.



Grand Hyatt at Baha Mar

As part of the epic endeavour at Baha Mar, their awe-inspiring resort overlooks the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Cable Beach. Grand Hyatt at Baha Mar features 707 opulent rooms and suites including 85 stunning residences with contemporary décor, high-end amenities and mesmerizing vistas. Lounge on their pristine beach, enjoy the vibrant nightlife at the 100,000 square foot Las Vegas style casino enhanced by ocean views, indulge in rejuvenating spa rituals at the 30,000-square-foot spa, ESPA at Baha Mar, and savor soulful cuisine at more than 40 restaurants, bars and lounges. From the lush landscape blooming with native flowers to the glistening show lake fountains, guests will indulge in an unforgettable Bahamian experience.

Looks like there will be something for everyone!

Well we hope that has put you in the mood and from all of us here at Cloud 9, we wish you a great week!