Exhibitor Features
AFRICA
Wilderness caring for Tomorrow
Wilderness Safaris, specialists in luxury
ecotourism based Safaris and Lodges in
Botswana, Namibia, Malawi and South Africa
are set to exhibit once again at ALTM 2010.
Wilderness Safaris are proud finalists of the
2010 Tourism for Tomorrow Award announced
this month by the World Travel & Tourism
Council (WTTC). The prestigious Awards
showcase the world's leading examples of best
practice in sustainable tourism.
Recognising that conservation is as much
about people as about the environment, the
company has pursued important goals through
its Children in the Wilderness programme, as
well as through the Wilderness Safaris Wildlife
Trust, which has helped change the face of
nature-based tourism in southern Africa.
Wilderness Safaris believes that its single
most important achievement to date is to have
built a sustainable business model that does not
compromise environmental principles and which
provides jobs, training, skills, careers and a
realistic alternative to less sustainable
development.
With soccer mania reaching epic proportions
as the World Cup approaches in Southern
Africa, Wilderness Safaris are currently
preparing to hold a ‘Soccer in the Wilderness’
Tournament to raise much-needed funds for
their pride and joy, Children in the Wilderness. ■
For more information visit www.wilderness-
THAILAND safaris.com
Luxury with a Conscience
Above left: Soneva Kiri
SOUTH PACIFIC
photographed by Herbert
Six Senses Resorts and Spas chose ILTM 2009
Ypma
Silver Spirit takes to the sea
to unveil: Soneva Kiri, their new resort that took
Above right: Sunset
five years to develop and build with a stunning
with Wilderness Safaris
Silversea has announced that Silver Spirit , it’s new ultra-
Below left: Treatment
luxurious cruise ship, will embark on an inaugural World
portfolio of images of the resort through the lens
Cocoon at Six Senses
Cruise next year.
of Hip Hotels founder Herbert Ypma.
Rue de Castiglione The grand voyage themed "Spirit of Discovery," begins in
Just an hour south-east of Bangkok, Below right: Pool deck
Los Angeles on Jan 19, when Silver Spirit welcomes 540
accessed by the resort’s private plane, Soneva onboard the Silver Spirit
privileged guests for a 119-day odyssey exploring 60
Kiri is hailed as the new global benchmark for
destinations in 25 countries with 11 overnight port visits
‘Intelligent Luxury’ and will attract discerning
before concluding in Southampton on May 19.
guests who enjoy a touch of hedonism with their
Along the journey, Silver Spirit will take in the tranquillity of
sustainability.
French Polynesia, Australia's untamed landscapes, the
Six Senses have also just opened their first
unique cultures of Asia, ancient Egyptian wonders and
urban well-being sanctuary in France. Six
timeless Mediterranean hideaways spanning from Italy and
Senses rue de Castiglione is located in central
Monaco to Spain and Portugal.
Paris, close to Jardin des Tuileries and Place
Silversea is also hosting four complimentary World Cruise
Vendome.
Events for guests sailing the full 119-day itinerary. These
The spa has been stylishly designed by
exclusive, custom-designed events include the chance to
French architect Pierre David to echo the
explore the history and sample some of Australia's premier
natural world with elements balancing sky, earth
wines at the original Penfolds winery, Magill Estate, and the
and wood. In the reception area a vertical wall
National Wine Centre in Adelaide; savour a Thai-themed gala
garden runs between the two spa floors which
dinner, staying overnight in the private Krungthep Wing of the
helps clean the air.
five-star Shangri-La Hotel in Bangkok.
Meanwhile treatments take place in six
"A Silversea World Cruise is truly the ultimate travel
uniquely constructed cocoon shaped rooms
experience," said Steve Odell, Senior Vice President for Asia
hand crafted from light oak. The extensive
Pacific. "Not only will our guests have the chance to visit
treatment menu delivers indulgent spa
incredible destinations and explore fascinating cultures, but
experiences that support the Six Senses
aboard our new Silver Spirit they'll also enjoy an unmatched
philosophy of Slow Life. ■ For more information
level of pampering and personalized service set in a stunning
visit www.sixsenses.com
1930s Art Deco-inspired environment." ■ For more information
visit www.silversea.com
8 TheInsider February 2010
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