#86245 - 07/19/10 12:21 PM
Multimillion dollar renovation at InterContinental Moorea
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Peter 2
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InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa announces the completion of a massive, multimillion dollar renovation. The refurbishment includes substantial terrace extensions of all bungalows (garden, beach and overwater), the addition of private plunge pools to all Garden Bungalows, a new poolside restaurant and bar, as well as two new Infinity pools.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100714/NY35131-a )
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100714/NY35131-b )
(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100714/NY35131-a )
(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100714/NY35131-b )
The overwater bungalows, majestically floating over the ocean, enjoy hugely improved direct access to the water with the creation of a sea-level platform and ladder, as well as an outdoor shower. The bungalow terrace extensions are shaded by a thatched gazebo furnished with a table and chairs for outside entertainment and also feature a solarium area with lounge chairs for sun bathing.* Each of the 17 Garden Bungalows features private Infinity plunge pools. Additionally, a flight of steps and a beachside outdoor shower have been added for convenient beach access.
The heart of the hotel has been transformed with the creation of two new Infinity pools between the newly landscaped restaurant terrace and the main beach. Overlooking the picturesque blue waters of the South Pacific, the new resort pool is located at the top of the main beach, measures 3,875 square feet and boasts spectacular views of the lagoon and ocean as water cascades down from a smaller Infinity pool built above.
Also added is a new poolside restaurant, Motu One, and swim-up bar, Motu Iti Bar, located on the sunset side of the beach. Motu One serves cocktails and seaside dishes all day until late evening. The stage nestled between the pools at sea-level offer a picturesque setting for guests to enjoy the resort's celebrated Polynesian shows. In addition to a swim-up bar where guests can enjoy a tropical cocktail, a landscaped outdoor terrace has been created as an extension of the Fare Hana restaurant where guests can dine on exquisite cuisine overlooking one of the most picturesque settings in the world.
Additional News from InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa
InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa recently garnered EarthCheck Silver Certification, which recognizes the hotel's outstanding sustainability initiatives. EarthCheck is a program used by travel and tourism institutions around the world to validate and illustrate carbon claims and environmental programs, and is the largest environmental benchmarking, certification and management system in the industry. InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa continuously strives to raise environmental awareness and employs safe environmental practices. The resort houses the Moorea Dolphin Center, which donates a substantial portion of its proceeds to marine wildlife research and research grants; and the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center, serving as a hospital to ill and injured turtles from surrounding islands. The clinic is managed by the non-profit foundation, Te Mana o Te Moana, for which Richard H. Bailey, the resort's owner, is a founding member. InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa is also a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (UICN), as well as the international "Reef Check" program, a voluntary-based research organization which observes local marine growth and educates the public for a better understanding of coral biology.
About InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa
Situated on one of the most spectacular tropical islands of French Polynesia and set within 27 acres of lush gardens, InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa provides a magnificent setting for a memorable South Seas vacation. The resort features 144 deluxe rooms and bungalows (garden, beach and overwater bungalows available). The resort houses three restaurants: Fare Nui and Fare Hana -- both offering French, Tahitian and International cuisine; and the newly opened Motu One poolside restaurant and swim-up bar, Motu Iti Bar. Additionally, the resort's award-winning Helene Spa was created to blend into its lush, tropical surroundings and offers natural indigenous treatments and spa products.
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#86254 - 07/20/10 12:06 AM
Re: Multimillion dollar renovation at InterContinental Moorea
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Submarine
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Loc: Gilbert, Arizona, USA
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I'd like to check it out, that was my least favorite of all the IC properties in French Polynesia.
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#86256 - 07/20/10 06:12 AM
Re: Multimillion dollar renovation at InterContinental Moorea
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Old Wife
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Loc: Burlington, Ontario, Canada
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I love the changes. I went to their own website and there are more photos there, too. It's a nice idea to have the pools for each garden bungalow (they're set back from the other bungalows so having a dip in the pool would be nice just before bedtime rather than having to walk past the beach bungalows for a dip in the lagoon).
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#86305 - 07/25/10 07:56 PM
Re: Multimillion dollar renovation at InterContinental Moorea
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Suki (689)
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Registered: 10/29/07
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Loc: ELA US of A
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We miss the old location at old Club Med IC looks great %%%%%%%%%%FP4LIFE%%%%%%%%%%
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#87881 - 12/10/10 03:06 PM
Re: Multimillion dollar renovation at InterContinental Moorea
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Pacific Andy
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Registered: 10/16/01
Posts: 4278
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
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The changes are very nice and the upgraded bungalows are great.
The pools is much better than the old triangle hole.
The ground around the pool gets very hot. The pool bar is nice and they have some nice sitting areas around the pool. Gets a little hot because there are no umbrellas or real shade.
Service is so so. Not as friendly as in the past. Not sure why, because it was very busy in November. All and all a good upgrade on the renovations. They still need a descent gym, the one in Tahiti Beachcomber is fantastic now.
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#87890 - 12/10/10 09:40 PM
Re: Multimillion dollar renovation at InterContinental Moorea
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vaitape
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Peter2, there you are and here are we! Hope all is well you and your wife.
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