Resorts in Paradise

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Vanuatu offers a unique South Pacific experience with its tourism industry now setting the standard for the whole Pacific as a must-see for visitors internationally. To meet demand, which has been greatly assisted by Air Vanuatu’s promotional efforts, the stunning resorts of Vanuatu and the Vanuatu Tourism Office have united to offer first class accommodation and service standards, second-to-none.

Award winning Breakas Beach Resort & Villas is nestled within the natural beauty of a private cove on the Pango Peninsular, surrounded by a stunning private ocean beach, and tranquil tropical gardens.

Iririki Island Resort and Spa is a tranquil island haven, a variety of bars and restaurants, two swimming pools and tennis courts and its 69 acres are surrounded by crystal clear blue water, Guests can choose between beautiful and tropical lush surrounds, or listen to the water lap up against their bungalow on the water’s edge.

Le Lagon Resort Vanuatu is 75 acres of exotic tropical gardens on the edge of Erakor Lagoon. All guest rooms, bungalows and over-water Island suites, have garden or lagoon views. Le Lagon also features three restaurants and bars and leisure activities available include swimming pools, tennis courts, a 12-hole golf course, snorkelling, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking and coral viewing trips around the lagoon.

The Melanesian Port Vila is a South Pacific hotel committed to quality hospitality and their unique and impeccable service aims to make their guests’ visit as memorable as possible. The Melanesian is located close to the heart of Port Vila with nearby shopping, restaurants and beaches making it an ideal holiday base. Special features include 2 tennis courts with night lighting and a Casino and Gaming lounge.

Overlooking Erakor Lagoon, Le Méridien Port Vila Resort, Spa & Casino is set in vibrant natural surroundings. Its rooms all have superb views of lush gardens, blue lagoons, or the Resort’s golf course. The hotel features the Namele Day Spa, two luxurious outdoor swimming pools, and the only international casino in Port Vila.

The Sebel Vanuatu is Vanuatu's first high rise International hotel and is close to downtown Port Vila's shops, restaurants and local markets. It is the perfect base to allow guests to experience all that Vanuatu has to offer.

This hotel features water views from every guest room, private balconies, an impeccable 5 star restaurant, two bars and a pool cafe.

Vanuatu’s key resorts are a major part of the Vanuatu Tourism Office push to promote the beautiful archipelago and enhance the VTO’s theme: “So much to see, so much to do”.

	Collectors' Notes:	For more information please contact:
Designer:	Denise Durkin, Wellington, New Zealand	The Manager, Philatelic Bureau, Vanuatu Post, Port Vila, Vanuatu Tel. + 678 22000 Fax + 678 23900 E mail: philatelic@vanuatupost.vu
Printer:	Southern Colour Print, Dunedin New Zealand
Process:	Offset Litho
Stamp Size:	7 horizontal stamps, 50mm x 25.92mm
Panes:	Two panes per sheet, 25 stamps per pane
Perforation Gauge:	14.80 x 14.67
Denominations:	90 vatu x 7 stamps
Paper:	104g, Tullis Russell Non phosphor stamp paper
Period of Sale:	27 August 2008 for a period of 2 years