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Vacation Express' Top 5... for Foodies
Posted by Claire Kennard, 19 November 2009, 18:17
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Forget calorie counting – you’re on vacation!
For many of us, one of the best aspects of being on vacation, apart from the sun, sand and opportunity to relax, is that the diet stays at home. It’s often one of the few times of the year when we let ourselves go, enjoy eating what we like and sample new cuisines (maybe even over-indulge a little!).
We know how important it is to choose a hotel or resort for your vacation that offers the culinary experience you are looking for. With that in mind, we’ve scoured our selection of hotels and resorts to bring you our Top 5 for Foodies. If you want a vacation that will also deliver a culinary experience, these resorts are for you. Some offer gourmet experiences while others provide an opportunity to sample the local delicacies. No matter what your tastes or dietary requirements are, you are sure to find plenty of delicious dishes to enjoy.
Bon appétit!
Our top 5 hotels and resorts for foodies:
1) Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, Puerto Vallarta One of 'The Leading Hotels of the World' and winner of the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award, the luxurious all-inclusive Grand Velas Resort is located in Vallarta's exciting Riviera Nayarit area on a spectacular stretch of golden sand beach. Cuisine at Grand Velas crosses the culinary world, fusing traditional flavor with artful presentation. Guests experience incredible á la carte dining in three gourmet restaurants; Frida offers fine gourmet Mexican cuisine, flavorful Italian-Mediterranean cuisine is served at Lucca, and Piaf offers exceptional French cuisine in an elegant setting. Casual dining is also available throughout the day with buffets, appetizing snacks and light fare served indoors, poolside or under a giant palapa overlooking the bay. Lucca and Piaf restaurants offer one of the most extensive collections of international wines in Nuevo Vallarta, and the sommelier will gladly guide guests to the ideal choices.
2) Grand Case Beach Club, St. Martin
Nestled on a picturesque oceanfront cove adjacent to the charming village of Grand Case in French St. Martin, the beachfront Grand Case Beach Club welcomes repeat visitors year after year who come back for the exceptional service, spacious accommodations and laid-back ambience. The resort’s restaurant, Sunset Cafe, specializes in French cuisine and at night offers a romantic, candlelit setting with beautiful views of the sea and neighboring Anguilla. Just a short walk from the resort, Grand Case is home to an amazing selection of fine restaurants and cafes, and is renowned as the gourmet capital of the Caribbean.
3) Anse Chastanet, Soufriere, St. Lucia
Anse Chastanet occupies a 6OO-acre site of tropical gardens, bordering one of the island's best beaches, with the dramatic backdrop of St Lucia's trademark peaks - the Pitons. This spectacular resort has been thoughtfully and innovatively designed in harmony with nature, to complement the island's natural beauty. The Piti Piton and Treehouse Restaurant is home to award-winning 'Tropical World Cuisine', blending Caribbean cuisine with other world cuisine experiences from French to Mediterranean and from Fusion to New World. In keeping with the local and slow food movements, the resort is now cultivating some of its own produce amidst the ruins of the Anse Mamin plantation on the resorts grounds. Apsara The Trou au Diable restaurant offers a special Indian theme menu titled Apsara - an innovative fusion of modern East Indian and Caribbean cooking, a celebration of St. Lucia's historical and cultural ties with East India. On Tuesday evenings, all guests enjoy the special Caribbean Buffet, with its festive atmosphere.
4) Casa de Campo, La Romana, Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo is a 7,000 acre beachfront playground offering a unique combination of action, relaxation and pampering service. Guests of all ages will find an amazing variety of unusual activities and facilities including an equestrian center, a dude ranch, the Sport Shooting Center, a 16th century-style art and entertainment village, a full service marina village with shops and restaurants and so much more! Exceeding guest expectations is a Casa de Campo trademark that extends to every aspect of the resort including the culinary experience. Guests will find a variety of restaurants catering to every palate. Recently, the Maccioni family of the world famous Le Cirque restaurant in New York has joined forces with the resort to create an unforgettable dining experience on Minitas Beach. The Beach Club by Le Cirque chefs are all trained at the original in New York. With a myriad of restaurants, guests can choose to dine at the picturesque Mediterranean village of Altos de Chavon, just off the links, at the plush marina, and of course at the main resort. Almost every type of cuisine imaginable is available. Bars throughout the resort make it easy to revive the spirit anytime. In the evenings, gather for lively conversation, dance to provocative Merengue rhythms or sit back and enjoy live entertainment.
5) Hotel Heliconia, Monteverde, Costa Rica
Hotel Heliconia is located in Monteverde, near two of the most beautiful protected cloud forests in Costa Rica; the Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves. This charming family owned and operated hotel offers a perfect Swiss-chalet type setting for visitors who love bird-watching, nature photography and the serenity of a mountain retreat. Hotel Heliconia offers visitors an enchanting space, surrounded by vibrant gardens, lush with local plants, and 55 comfortable, well-equipped rooms. The Mediterraneo Restaurant features Italian specialties, great seafood and typical Costa Rican dishes, featuring several local and sustainable ingredients. Attracting guests and locals alike, the restaurant is open for buffet breakfast and á la carte lunch and dinner daily. The lively bar is a fun place to wind down after a day of adventure.
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