Laucala Island
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Private island resort with lagoons, volcanoes, beaches, villas
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Laucala Island, Fiji Get directions
Private island resort with lagoons, volcanoes, beaches, villas
Laucala Island, Fiji Get directions
"What could possibly be more wonderful than hanging out in the pool at a private island resort in Fiji? Hanging out in a pool within a pool, of course. This property is home to 25 villas, scattered over the picture-perfect lagoons, hilltops, and rainforests of the island. While some villas have their own private pools, it's the main basin you'll want to keep an eye out for. The massive pool takes paradise to a new level: stretching all the way from the pool bar to the beach, multi-layered, and full of many nooks and crannies to retain some privacy."
"With stunning blue lagoons, lush coconut groves, dramatic volcanic mountains, and endless beaches, the natural splendor of 3,500-acre COMO Laucala Island is some of the most remarkable in the South Pacific. Strewn across this extraordinary landscape are 25 over-the-top, design-driven Fijian bures (pronounced boo-rays), each with private swimming pools and amenities fitting for one of the world’s priciest resorts. This includes a house submarine plus a got-to-see-it-to-believe-it, multi-acre lagoon-style pool that begins with a raised, 80-foot-long glass lap pool and ends with a gradual slope into sands of the surrounding beach. A personal house buggy facilitates access to the rest of the island, the spa, multiple bars and restaurants serving local and international cuisine, a par-72 championship golf course, and a Cultural Village where guests can learn about the traditional ceremonies, rituals, and dances of the neighboring island of Qamea." - Paul Rubio
"The 25 villas of Como Laucala Island, scattered on sand, hilltops, and over water on a private island in Fiji, are private sanctuaries that feature furniture made from natural rattan, thatch, and wood and their own private swimming pools. The spot most likely to lure guests out of their beyond-luxurious accommodations is the resort’s 82-foot lap pool. Long and linear, the raised pool has a glass wall at one end that offers views of green vegetation on the resort grounds and the ocean beyond it. The daybeds and cabanas, plus a pool bar with island cocktails and healthy juices, are an enticing setup that will beckon guests to linger there all day." - Kathryn Romeyn
"The resort, built using native materials on a former coconut plantation, boasts 25 standalone villas. The villas are tucked tightly into the lush tropical rainforest, which itself is set along the pristine white-sand beaches or, as is the case with the owner's villa, perched atop the highest hill with 360-degree panoramic views. Every accommodation features one, two, or three bedrooms, a separate lounge with floor-to-ceiling accordion doors, televisions equipped with a Bluetooth entertainment system, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a complimentary bar fully stocked with top-shelf liquors, wine, and Red Bull (of course)." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"In 1972, Malcolm Forbes bought this luscious green morsel as his private refuge; now its owner, Red Bull magnate Dietrich Mateschitz, has spared no expense to create a spectacular tropical hideaway. The high price tag gets you over-the-top luxury and total privacy in one of 25 unique villas—all glamorous versions of traditional Fijian dwellings. Each opens onto its own private pool. Inside, you’ll find the expected mod cons (Bose sound systems, giant plasma TVs, a personal bar stocked with champagne), and exuberant decor—sofas evoke seashells, light shades are crafted from hundreds of butterfly cocoons, bathtubs are carved from single slabs of granite. It’s hard to leave—amuse-bouches materialize throughout the day, and any conceivable meal will be arranged instantly—but Laucala also has five bars and restaurants, a spa, a stable, and an 18-hole golf course. Go on a mountain bike to explore the seven-mile-long island and Laucala almost feels like an independent nation, with an organic farm, armies of friendly staff, a working jetty, a hangar with mechanics to service private jets, and a James Bond–worthy dive boat for trips to fertile reefs. Editor's Pick: Gold List 2018"
