Island Spirit Issue 64 Oct - Dec 2013

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The Havannah is an intimate, beachfront resort at Samoa Point, Vanuatu set amidst flame trees and tropical gardens. With only 15 villas and three-room categories, the resort is an oasis of peace and tranquility. Each villa is furnished in a tastefully modern style with air conditioning and ceiling fan, king sized bed, private day bed on your terrace, Bose iPod docking station and mini bar. The Waterfront villas enjoy their own plunge pool.

T: +678 551 8060 F: +678 551 8062 www.thehavannah.com

Activities on site include pool-side lazy afternoons, reservations@thehavannah.com beach picnics, snorkeling, kayaking, petanque and tennis. Scuba diving, island tours, scenic flights and car rental can all be organized from the Havannah. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the public areas and in all the villas for our guests. The Point Restaurant, offers gourmet cuisine using the freshest of local ingredients with fine wines from Australia, New Zealand and France, while The Samoa Point conference room is ideal for executive retreats and small seminars. The Havannah also has a wedding co-coordinator to make your special day perfect. Whether on your honeymoon, in need of a quiet and relaxed break away from it all, or looking for activities in a beautiful environment, The Havannah is your perfect boutique resort in Vanuatu. The Havannah does not cater to children under 16 year old .












Come and have a taste of the opulence, glamour and excitement of Monte Carlo right here at Vanuatu’s premier casino. The Grand Hotel & Casino is in the heart of town, with crystal chandeliers, gold leaf ceilings and meticulous attention to detail throughout, you’ll feel like you’re there, and best of all it’s at a price you can afford! With Roulette tables starting with a minimum bet of only 100vt, as well as Blackjack, Baccarat and our newest game Texas Hold’em Bonus. Or just try your luck on any of our state of the art poker machines and have a chance of winning one of our many jackpots for as little as 1vt.

p +678 27344 hotel Lini Highway, Port Vila, Vanuatu e info@grandcasinovanuatu.com www.grandvanuatu.com

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Lelepa Island Day Tours

So many have called it Paradise… but we call it home. ■ 100% owner operated by the local Lelepa Islanders

■ We operate every day except Saturday.

■ Fishing Charters half day and full day available. Your day tour includes:

Return transfers, morning and afternoon refreshments, BBQ lunch, snorkelling at our beautiful coral garden, visit our historical cave, learn about native herbs used for medicines and visit the kids in our village.

Phone: +678 23144 or +678 77-42714 | Email: lelepatours@vanuatu.com.vu | Web: www.lelepaislandtours.com











Vanuatu Food Safari

Slip your curiosity in high gear and join me on a culinary day out on our beautiful island. You are invited on my own cook’s journey through the South Pacific, a unique food experience that’s inspiring, informative and fun! Cooking classes by appointment. Conducted by Christiana Kaluscha, Food Editor of Pacific Island Living. For details, bookings and availability please contact at the following: W: www.vanuatufoodsafari.com T: +678 26 108 M: +678 775 1793 E: bookings@vanuatufoodsafari.com









Y ur bank crosses borders. ANZ is in 28 markets across Asia Pacific. In Vanuatu, ANZ provides convenient access to your money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the islands' largest ATM network accepting all major credit cards.

ANZ has a Foreign Exchange centre in Port Vila and Luganville open from Monday to Friday offering competitive exchange rates. Call us on +678 26355 or visit our branches in Port Vila and Luganville.

anz.com/vanuatu Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) ABN 11 005 357 522.


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SOUTH PACIFIC SMILES

Dental Clinic, Cabinet Dentaire

At South Pacic Smiles our fully qualied specialised doctors and trained staff welcome you to Vanuatu and are ready to provide you with advice and treatment in Endodontic, Orthodontic and Cosmetic dentistry using our new Australian Standards state of the art facilities and equipment, including the latest digital X-Ray machine and universal standards of precaution. Being aware that even during your holiday, dental emergencies do happen. We at South Pacic Smiles are ready and available 24/7 to ensure that your Vanuatu holiday remains a dream holiday. C

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À South Pacic Smiles nos docteurs specialisés ainsi que notre personnel qualié vous souhaitent la bienvenue au Vanuatu et sont prêts à vous fournir des conseils et des soins en endodontie, orthodontie et dentisterie esthétique. Notre matériel aux normes australiennes est à la pointe de la technologie, nous disposons du modèle le plus récent de machine radiographique numérique et nous adhérons aux normes universelles de prudence. Il faut savoir que, même pendant les vacances, vous n’êtes pas à l’abri d’une urgence dentaire. South Pacic Smiles se tient à votre disposition 24/7 et veillera à ce que votre séjour au Vanuatu corresponde bien à des vacances de rêve.

Ellouk; off Pango Road (Opposite Diana Tam’s - Art Gallery) P.O. Box 367, Port Vila, Vanuatu

Phone: +678 24995 Mob: +678 7744726

info@sps.vu www.southpacicsmiles.com www.facebook.com/pages/South-Pacic-Smiles







World Car Rentals TAKE A RIDE IN PARADISE

Website: www.europcar.vu Email: europcar@vanuatu.com.vu Phone: (678) 26 517


GOODIES Bureau de changes & transferts de fonds.

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Nous vous offrons plus pour votre argent Les meilleurs taux de changes du Vanuatu - Pas de frais. Transferts télégraphiques dans le monde entier - Pour seulement 1,500vt. Pour les vacances ou pour l’achat d’une maison - Il n’y a pas de montant trop petit ou trop grand. Internet gratuit a votre disposition.

www.goodiesforex.com T: +678 23445 or +678 22927 F: +678 27751 or +678 23074

3 emplacements dans Port-Vila. Ouvert 7 jours sur 7.

GOODIES Bureau de changes

Bureau de changes & Transferts de fonds.


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Whether you own a small business or an international organisation, we can assist you in a wide range of services, from simple yearly auditing to founding a company from scratch. www.bap.com.vu email: service@bap.com.vu T: 678-22280

Meetings • Incentives • Events

DMC V A N U A T U

Destination Marketing Company www.DMCvanuatu.com

+678 777 2511

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1800 44 66 84

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VANUATU SELF STORAGE Agents & Property Developers

VANUATU REAL ESTATE

Close To Airport | Phone: 7114040 Email: selfstore@vanuatu.com.vu

web: www.islandproperty.vu email: property@vanuatu.com.vu

T 678-24630 Mob (678) 77 43145 or (678) 77 7027



At Lotus it’s all “About You” Phone us on 28811 www.lotusvanuatu.com

Opposite Catholic Cathedral Church Downtown

“ Vanuatu’s Only Award Winning Day Spa !!”

At Lotus it’s all about you...

Restaurant Open Daily from 11.00am Please Phone 554 5007 for information




We’re Vanuatu since 1971. Westpac has a long history of financial expertise in Vanuatu. And as part of the community we continue to provide banking services and financial development to thousands of people. Talk to us today at any of our branches. Call (678) 22084 Email westpacvanuatu@westpac.com.au Visit www.westpac.vu

We’re a bank you can bank on. © 2012 Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 (11/12) 314835

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Voted Best Tour

The EASY, SAFE & FUN way to explore underwater

An air hose connects to a surface raft allowing you to swim freely without heavy gear

8-88yrs - no experience necessary! www.snuba.com

snuba@vanuatu.com.vu

(678) 7723334









Leith Campbell Vanuatu’s most experienced photographer Telephone. +678 23260 email. topshots@vanuatu.com.vu www.topshotsvanuatu.com


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Joyle 4WD Rental

See Espiritu Santo in comfort

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