Welcome to the January 2010 edition of Postcards from Paradise. In this issue we look ahead to the exciting events which await us this year; the majestic leatherback turtles of Tobago, the Great Migration in Kenya, cricket fans get ready for the ICC Twenty20 tournament in the Caribbean and celebrity chefs indulge us with Caribbean cuisine.
The team at rex resorts and rex safaris wishes you a happy new year. Enjoy!

Celebrity chefs join in the celebration of Caribbean cuisine

taste of rex resortsIf you want to learn about, cook and eat fabulous food with celebrity TV chefs in the Caribbean this year then head to rex resorts this March for our annual food festival ‘Taste of rex resorts’. BBC2’s Something For The Weekend chef, Simon Rimmer and BBC presenter, Gregg Wallace will be helping to guide guests through food demonstrations and food tasting at rex resorts in St Lucia and Antigua from 2-10th March 2010.

BBC presenter Gregg Wallace, will be based in Antigua from the 2-3 of March and will be on hand to talk to guests about all the weird and wonderful Caribbean fruit and veg grown on the Island and how best to cook them, including tips on how to recreate these exotic dishes back in the UK.

BBC’s Simon Rimmer, will be travelling to St Lucia to treat guests at The Royal and St Lucian by rex resorts to food demonstrations to create dishes such as a ‘Salad of Caribbean Lobster’.

If you are interested in taking part in ‘A Taste of rex resorts’, then holiday packages are available through all major tour operators.

For more information or to make a direct booking call 02087415333, email res.mriuk@rexresorts.com or visit www.rexresorts.com

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Turtles in Tobago, book now to see eggs laid in March
 
Turtle Beach by rex resorts

Turtle Beach by rex resorts is a true Caribbean escape, tucked away on the shores of its own palm-fringed beach, on the natural paradise island of Tobago. Perfect for children, the hotel’s beach is where giant leatherback turtles lay their eggs from March to July. A morning walk on the beach reveals the discarded shells of the baby turtles that have hatched and made their perilous way down to the sea.

Turtle Beach has been designed to ensure you enjoy the best of the Caribbean beach. All public rooms and guest rooms face towards the sea, and the pool with its swim-up bar and whirlpool is right next to the shore.

For bookings and more information click here


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ICC World Twenty20 West Indies 2010

Cricket lovers come and watch this fast and exciting series of knock out matches with teams from around the world. Rex resorts are situated on two of the three ICC World Twenty20 tournament locations, with many fans already booking their stay.

Tournament Details:

St Lucia
May 1 - India v QI & Pakistan v Bangladesh
May 2 - South Africa v India & Pakistan v Australia
May 10 - Pakistan v South Africa & New Zealand v England
May 11 - Sri Lanka v India & West Indies v Australia
May 13 - Semi Final
May 14 - Semi Final

Accommodation:
Royal by rex resorts | St Lucian by rex resorts

Barbados
May 5 - Bangladesh v Australia & South Africa v Q1
May 6 - Pakistan v England & South Africa v New Zealand
May 7 - Australia v India & Sri Lanka v West Indies
May 8 - Pakistan v New Zealand & England v South Africa
May 9 - India v West Indies & Sri Lanka v Australia
May 15 - Final

Accommodation:
Discovery Bay by rex resorts

For bookings and more information click here

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Be part of the Great Migration in the jewel of Kenya's wildlife viewing areas, the Masai Mara

Of all the 95 species of mammals, amphibians & reptiles, the wildebeest are by far the dominant inhabitants of the Masai Mara between July and September. With their numbers estimated in the millions, the Great Migration is a sight not to be missed!

At rex safaris we recommend the following tours that will take you into the Masai Mara and the heart of the wildebeest migration in 2010.

2 night "Mara Highlights Safari"
US$599 per person sharing a twin room

2 nights at a safari lodge in the Masai Mara, transfers from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, extended game drives and full board meal arrangements. 


3 night "Taste of Kenya"
US$899 per person sharing a twin room

The price includes 1 night in Lake Nakuru and 2 nights in the Masai Mara



6 night "Best of Kenya"
US$1699 per person

This tour continues to be one of our most popular Kenyan safari tours as it covers all of Kenya's best known safari parks.


All safari prices are valid between July 01 and 31 Oct, 2010 and can be combined with a stay at our Papillon Lagoon Reef resort set on the pristine white sand of Diani Beach, Kenya’s finest!

Island Focus: Grenada

Grenadian by rex resorts is in the perfect location for that beach holiday. Situated on two beaches, one dedicated to sunbathing and the other for watersports and diving, the Grenadian is great for keeping everyone happy including the kids at its rexplorers kid’s club. Just 5 minutes away from the airport and 10 minutes away from the charming harbour town of St Georges, there is plenty to do on the Island. Go trekking up Grand Etang to see the monkeys, dive to the underwater sculpture park or visit the market to sample the many spices this island is famed for!

For a gentle, friendly, tropical experience - Grenada awaits you.

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Join us on Facebook

Don´t miss out on the latest news, offers and events. Post your accommodation queries on our fan page or just drop a line to say hello, we would love to hear from you.

Click here or log in and type in rex resorts in facebook search.

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Visit us at the Destinations holiday and travel show

destinations show

Come chat with us about your Caribbean dream or safari adventure holiday wishes at this years 16th annual Destinations holiday and travel show .

Earls Court 4-7 February




Happily married

:: Flowers & Sparkling wine in room / suite on day of arrival
:: Services of a wedding coordinator
:: Bridal Bouquet
:: Grooms Buttonhole
:: Decorated Location for the Ceremony
:: Registrar, Legal Fees & Officiant
:: Transportation to Registrar
:: Wedding Cake


For wedding enquiries or to book
click here




Be inspired; A tale from the Royal by rex resorts

Join Pam & her husband as they discover St Lucia at the Royal by rex resorts...

“ The Royal “ is an all-suite hotel and our room had the most breathtaking view – a perfect combination of sparkling azure sea dotted with luxury yachts anchored off the bay, a long stretch of fine white sand and dramatic sunsets. It was tranquil and only made more interesting by the friendly watersports operators and the fruit seller in his brightly coloured boat gradually stirring into action every morning."

Click here to read full review (pdf)



Lord Taveners tribute lunch to Nicholas Parsons

rex resorts are proud to have contributed to the recent charity auction held at Lord Taverners tribute lunch to Nicholas Parsons.
The Lord Taverner's focus their fund raising towards providing specially adapted mini-buses, hoists for swimming pool, sports wheelchairs, adventure playgrounds and adapted equipment to actively encourage disabled and disadvantaged youngsters to participate in all sporting activities.The event raised a total of £50,000 with rex donating a week's stay at our Halcyon Cove resort in Antigua.




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