Le Tahaa Fact Sheet 2012

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FACT SHEET

2012


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Welcome! Ia Orana e Maeva!

Part of the prestigious Relais et Chteaux collection, Le Tahaa Island Resort and Spa welcomes you to a world

of pristine beauty, a timeless universe of sophistication and authenticity.

Located on the secluded Motu Tautau, facing the island of Tahaa on one side and the most perfect view of Bora

Bora on the other side, the resort inspired by Polynesian architecture and style hosts 57 stunning suites andvillas, 3 restaurants, a spa and well-being haven, a Fitness center, a tennis court, an open air swimming pool,

and a helipad.

Defined by the Relais et Chteaux philosophy, Le Tahaa is the promise of a complete change of scenery, a way

of life of its own, in harmony with its preserved environment, people and local culture.

Welcome to Le Tahaa world The ultimate Tahitian hideaway


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The Resorts Facilities and Public AreasLe Tahaa Island Resort and Spa is a 5-star property, located on a motu islet, a 35-minute boat r ide fromthe Raiatea Airport (transfers operated by the resorts boat shuttles) and a 5-minute boat ride from the villageof Tapuamu (free transfers from the resort) on the main island of Tahaa.

Or the ultimate way to connect between Tahaa and Bora: the 14-minute hel icopter f l ight!

Check-in and Check-out :Check-in is from 3:00pm and check-out is until 11:00am.Major credit cards are accepted : Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB and Diners

Facilities : Gift shop and a Tahitian pearl jewelry shop 3 restaurants and 2 bars

Flood-lit tennis court Fitness center Open air swimming pool Spa Scuba diving services Helipad and helicopter services Activities and concierge desk Lounge (equipped with 3 computers)

Services : Babysitting and butler service upon request (reservation required) Currency exchange available from the resorts front desk (please note there is not ATM on site nor

the island of Tahaa)

Laundry service Secretarial services (photocopies, fax)

Stay connected:Wifi internet is available throughout the property. This service is made available through an outside operator.

Internet cards can be purchased at the Front Desk for a cost of 500 XPF (4 EUR) for an hour or

2000 XPF (17 EUR) for 5 hours.

For guests who do not have a laptop, three computers are available in the lounge on the lobby area.

Please note that pricing is subject to changes without notice.


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Dining and EntertainmentOur 3 restaurants will provide with a wonderful culinary experience.

For any dietary requests, please advise us in advance so that our Chef may arrange it at best to suit your needs.

Special arrangements for romantic dinners, private picnics or more can be made upon request.

The Restaurants Le Vanille, our main restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner

Set high up among the trees, one shall enjoy restful views of the Tahaa lagoon and the propertys lush gardens.

Le Vanille is the perfect place for a great start to the day with our selection of fresh squeezed juices, delicious

danish, muffins, tropical fruits, hot and cold buffet.Breakfast is served from 7:00 am to 10:00am

Dinner is served from 7:00pm to 9:30pmDinner menu offers a wide selection of local and international specialties. Vegetarian options are available.

La Plage is open for lunch, from 12:00pm to 3:00pmEnjoy this al fresco restaurant, right on the beach and feet in the sand ! The Chefs specialties include some

delicious fresh, colorful salads, tasty grilled fish or meat, sashimis and of course Tahitians well renowned

poisson cru, a salad of raw tuna marinated with vegetables, lime juice and freshly squeezed coconut milk.

The Beach Bar, Manuia Bar, takes over for light snacks once La Plage closes.


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The Ohiri Restaurant is the resorts gourmet and gourmands dining optionThe Chef will delight you with some creative French-Polynesian fusion cuisine. Not to forget the fantastic

wine selection from our cellar ! Atmosphere is nice and cozy, warm and romantic

Reservations required. The Ohiri can be privatized for families or groups.

Dress code : Casual Smart (no shorts nor flip flops)

Dinner is served from 7:00pm to 9:30pm.

The Ohiri Restaurant is closed from January to April.

Room Service is available from 7:00am to 9:30pmDine in the privacy of your suite or villa

Try something different with the Canoe Breakfast: room service by the lagoon, to the sounds of ukulele

Truly unique!

Polynesian Evening, once a week on TuesdaysLe Tahaa homage to Polynesian culture and traditions A buffet featuring Tahitian delicacies and

international options, as a local trio serenades you through the night. Folkloric dances and a not-to-be-

missed fire dance will highlight the evening.Fire dance shows can most of the time be seen only at festivals or big events. Tavita, one of the best fire

dancers, also known as one of the most tatooed man in French Polynesia, performs at the resort each week !

(please note that show is weather permitting)


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The Bars

Manuia Bar, open from 10:00am to 6:00 pmLocated by the La Plage restaurant, the Manuia Bar (and swim up bar) will be the ideal place for a nice refreshing

cocktail as you lounge by the pool or relax on the beach.

Lights snacks are served from 3:00pm.

Tehutu Bar, open from 6:00pm to 10:00pmAdjacent to the Vanille restaurant, the Tehutu Bar is the place to be for evening cocktails, with a large choice of

cocktails and drinks as well as the daily tapas selection from the Chef !

After dinner, stay around for a little digestif


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AccommodationsLe Tahaa Island Resort and Spa comprises 57 suites and villas :

45 Overwater Suites 10 Beach Villas 2 Royal Beach Villas

Services : Suites and villas are serviced twice daily (turndown service) A butler service can be arranged upon request and at extra cost

Our philosophy : You will see no club cars travelling around the property The only club car use is for transfers from the main building to the helipad (for guests enjoying our

helicopter service transfers to / from Bora Bora)

The Owners wish was to keep the whole resort as green and natural as possible The whole resort was built around the existing vegetation, which explains for instance the restaurant

up in the trees

One will discover some beautiful old trees, and a lush environment, thanks to the use of seaweed asfertilizers

Help us keep it as unspoiled and harmonious as it is


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Our Overwater Suites Tahaa Overwater Suites (27) Bora Bora Overwater Suites (8) Sunset Overwater Suites (7) End of Pontoon Overwater Suites (3)

The Overwater Suites all have the same layout, the difference being the location, the views, and the amenities.

One main point for all though is the unsurpassed views of the sparkling lagoon, kaleidoscope of blues

Tahaa Overwater Sui tes Bora Bora Sunset End of Pontoon90 sq. meters 969 sq. ft 90 sq. meters 969 sq. ft

Air conditioning and ceiling fan Air conditioning and ceiling fan

1 King size bed & 1 Sofa bed

Maximum capacity : 3 AD or 2 AD + 1 CHD


Maximum capacity : 3 AD or 2 AD + 1 CHD

In-room safe In-room safe

Writing desk Writing desk

Glass table Glass table

Private deck with shaded sitting area and direct

access to the lagoon (outside shower)

Private deck with shaded sitting area and direct access

to the lagoon (outside shower)

Full shower and separate bath tub Full shower and separate bath tub

Le Tahaa amenities and bath products

Bathrobes and slippers



End of Pontoon only : linen bathrobes and reef shoes

Satellite TV (French and English channels) Satellite TV (French and English channels)

Tea and coffee making facilities Nespresso coffee machine and tea making facilities

iPod dock

Wifi internet access (via outside operator extra cost) Wifi internet access (via outside operator extra cost)

View of Tahaa Bora Bora : view of Bora Bora and the motu islets

Sunset : view on the sunset and the reef

End of Pontoon : 180 view on the island of Tahaa


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Our Beach Villas and Royal Beach VillasThe Beach Villas and the Royal Beach Villas could be considered our Signature accommodations!

Open onto the white sand beach and the turquoise lagoon, they offer one or 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms

and a separate living area. With their own private garden, outside bathtub and shower, plunge pool, thatched roof

gazebo, you will enjoy the islands way of life at its best : the outdoors !

Beach Vi l la Royal Beach Vi l la180 sq. meters 1937 sq. ft 260 sq. meters 2800 sq. ft

Air conditioning (bedroom) and ceiling fan Air conditioning and ceiling fan


Maximum capacity : 3 AD or 2 AD + 1 CHD or

3 AD + 1 CHD + 1BB


Maximum capacity : 5 AD or 4 AD + 1 CHD or

4 AD + 1 CHD + 1 BB

In room safe In room safe

Writing desk Writing desk

Private plunge pool (pool fence available upon

request)

Large private plunge pool (pool fence available upon

request)

Private enclosed garden and deck with outside cabana

providing a shaded area

Private enclosed garden and deck with outside cabana

providing a shaded area

En-suite bathroom with shower and separate outside

bath tub set in a tropical garden

En-suite bathroom with shower and separate outside

bath tub in a tropical garden




Linen bathrobes

Beach bag

Satellite TV (French and English channels) Satellite TV (French and English channels) in each

room and living room

Tea and coffee making facilities DVD player in the living room

Nespresso coffee machine and tea making facilities

iPod dock

Wifi internet access (via outside operator extra cost) Wifi internet access (via outside operator extra cost)

Direct access to the beach Lagoon view Direct access to the beach Lagoon view


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Guests with l imited mobility3 Overwater Sui tes (Tahaa category) are equ ipped with the fo l lowing :

Wider doors and entryway Adapted toilet and bathroom (shower with seat and arm rest) Lagoon cannot be accessed from the Suite

Publ ic areas : Cement paths or wooden decks connect the Suites to the public areas (accessible restrooms) An elevator in the main building allows access to the Vanille Restaurant and Tehutu Bar

Boat t ransfers : Transfers between the Raiatea airport and the resort are done by boat. Please note that the boats

are not equipped with ramps and embarkation as well as disembarkation may be challenging

Our staff is on hand to assist at all time

Children Ages :

Are considered children those under the age of 13 years old Are considered babies and infants those under the age of 3 years old

Faci l i t ies and services : Baby cribs are available and shall be provided on a complimentary basis Sofa beds are available in all our suites and villas. Should an extra bed be required, a rollaway bed

can be set up in room (extra cost of 75 EUR per night, please refer to price list)

A baby sitting service can be arranged upon request. Early reservation is recommended A Kids Menu is available at the Vanille and La Plage restaurants. Kids eat for free from the Kids

Menu (drinks not included, drinks charged at regular rates)

Beach toys, children snorkeling equipment and life vests are available on site

Ukulele, Tahitian dance classes, weaving classes and more can be organizedAmenit ies :

Special amenities will greet children in room Childrens slippers and bathrobes available


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Activities & Excursions Fit all the way

Fully equipped and air-conditioned state-of-the-art fitness facility overlooking the resorts interiorlaguna

Flood-lit tennis court, gear available from the Front Desk Kayaks and canoes

Water pleasures Open air swimming pool accessible to our guests from 7:00am to 7:00pm (no lifeguard on duty) Open air whirlpool accessible to our guests 24 hours (no lifeguard on duty) The infinite Tahaa lagoon spreading in front the resort, amazingly crystal clear The incredible coral garden accessible from the resorts beach (great drift snorkeling, shallow waters,

comfortable for all levels). Teeming with sea life, tropical fish, sea anemones and more

Spa and wellness Le Spa by Le Tahaais nestled in a beautiful exotic garden, overlooking the peaceful resorts interior

laguna and surrounded by bamboo trees. This little haven of peace is a true escape to a world of

color, energy and deep well-beingA wide range of massages as well as body exfoliations and wraps are available. Massages may as

well be enjoyed right on the lagoon as sun sets over Bora Bora

Balneotherapy will be your best friend against jetlag and after a long flight


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Optional Excursions Having 2 islands (Raiatea and Tahaa) sharing the same lagoon is (besides being a quite unique

feature) door open to a large variety of excursions

Whether you are into culture and history, hiking, scuba diving, snorkeling, virgin islets exploration,waverunner adventure, jeep safari tours, sunset cruises, helicopters flights, one will find his/her

perfect Tahaa !

Our Guests Relations will assist you in choosing the most exciting tours to make your stay in theislands the most enriching and fun

Some of the favorites : the Tahaa Jeep safari tour (half day) with the visit of a vanilla plantation,pearl farm, view points. Lagoon-wise, the full day tour with snorkeling and picnic on a private islet is

just awesome !

F R E E T O U R : Visit to a local pearl farm A very informative tour that will teach you all the secretsof this Polynesian gem. To be arranged on site at the Pearl Jewelry Shop in the lobby area

Please note : Le Tahaa works with outside operators for the excursions. A minimum number ofguests is required for the tour to operate. For that reason, we recommend bookings to be done on

site rather than in advance. Furthermore, we would like to remind that tours are weather permitting


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Romance under the Southern SkiesThere are so many ways to say I love you Celebrate in style at Le Tahaa Island Resort and Spa

Check with us for information, rates and availability !

As a reminder, these outdoor experiences and moments are subject to weather conditions and venues may be

modified.

Le Tahaa Romantic Rendez-Vous The Motu Lunch : your lunch set on a private islet, white sand, pristine lagoon, palm trees and a

musical duo

The Motu Dinner : dinner under the stars, on a private islet Private tahitian show and fire dance,transfer by outrigger canoe

Te Tiare Vani l la Dinner : candle-lit dinner served at the Vanille restaurant The Private Beach Dinner : a just the two of us moment, set in a cosy corner of our wide

property, to the sounds of a musical duo

The Mi lky Way Dinner : served in the privacy of your suite or villa

Le Tahaa Romantic Escapes Water Limousine Private Sunset Cruise : champagne and petits fours, the majestic silhouette

of Bora Bora as a backdrop Just like in a Hollywood movie Purely glamourous !

Private Motu Picnic : glide across the Tahaa lagoon and enjoy a Robinson Crusoe moment, castaway on your private islet And a delicious Tahitian lunch !

Private catamaran cruise : the freedom of sailing In the steps of ancient Polynesiannavigators !


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Le Tahaa Polynesian Wedding Ceremony A memorable ceremony including your Polynesian Master of Ceremony, folkloric dances and songs,

a wedding gift and cocktails

Transfer of the bride and groom from an Overwater Suite to the resorts motu islet Professional photographer and video upon request

Add more to your Polynesian wedding experience with :o One of our Romantic Rendez-Vous or Escapeso Pre-wedding package at Le Spa by Le Tahaato be at your best (facial, body scrub, invigorating

massage, hand and feet treatment)

o Post-wedding package at Le Spa by Le Tahaafor a complete relaxation (in room massage,flower bath and split of champagne) or the Royal Treat (including a massage, flower bath, dinner,

and canoe breakfast in our Royal Villa)

o Professional photographer and video upon request


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2012 Rates Taxes apply as follow :

5% VAT tax on room rates and meals 4% service charge on room rates and meals 5% Government tax on room rates 150 XPF city tax per person and per night 10% VAT tax on transfers For reference : 16% VAT tax applies on liquors and clothing and a 10% VAT tax applies on other

services

Room rates : Rates are expressed in XPF, which is linked to the Euro by a fixed exchange rate Rates are per Room and exclude taxes

Room Type Rate per Room2012 Low Season Rate per Room2012 High SeasonTahaa Overwater Suite 27 XPF 77 000 90 000

645 754

Sunset Overwater Suite 7 XPF 101 000 112 000

846 939Bora Bora Overwater Suite 8 XPF 120 000 130 000

1006 1089

End of Pontoon OverwaterSuite 3 XPF 135 000 157 000

1131 1316

Beach Villa 10 XPF 104 000 122 000

872 1022

Royal Beach Villa 2 XPF 233 000 269 000

1953 2254

Additional Guest XPF 11 000 11 000

92 92


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Meal rates : Rates are expressed in XPF, which is linked to the Euro by a fixed exchange rates Rates are per Person and exclude taxes

Service 2012 Rack Rateper Guest

American Breakfast XPF 3 600

30

Canoe Breakfast(for 2) XPF 13 650

114

Half Board (Breakfast + 3-course dinner) XPF 11 350

95

Full Board (Breakfast + 3-course Lunch + 3-course Dinner) XPF 14 050

118

Lunch (Set Menu 2 courses - Menu of the Day) XPF 4 950

41

Dinner (Set Menu 3 courses - Menu of the Day) XPF 8 100

68

Polynesian Evening (Buffet dinner + Folkloric show) on Tuesdays XPF 8 800

74

Supplement Half / Full Board for Ohiri Restaurant XPF 4 500

38Supplement Canoe Breakfast( for 2) XPF 8 450

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AwardsCond Nast Traveler

January 2011 Gold List 2011 November 2010 Readers choice awards ranked #3 in Oceania January 2010 Gold List 2010 November 2009 Readers Choice Awards Ranked #3 Top Oceania Resort in the Pacific January 2009 Gold List Award Winners November 2008 #6 Top 20 Australia/Pacific Resorts

Asia & Paci f ic Vir tuoso Li fe 2010 World Best Hotel Experiences

Brides Magazine September / October 2009 #8 Sexiest Resort in The World 2009

Modern Bride August / September 2009 Ultimate Resort for Seclusion 50 best Honeymoon Spots

Virtuoso Li fe July / August 2009 #6 Top Dream Destination

Islands Magazine May 2009 Worlds Best Private Islands

Dest inat ion Weddings & Honeymoons Spring 2008 Worlds Best Overwater Bungalow Over The Top


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Contact InformationInformation and Reservations: Mrs. Poerava Brodien - HapairaiE-mail : [email protected]

Phone : (689) 507 601

Fax : (689) 42 18 35

On Site Contact : Mrs. Christ ine Cheval laz (General Manager)

E-mail : [email protected]

Phone : (689) 60 84 00

Fax : (689) 65 69 65

Mr. Jul ien Bressol les (Assistant GM)E-mail : [email protected]

Phone : (689) 60 84 00

Fax : (689) 65 69 65

Sales & Marketing Representation : N o r t h & S o u t h A m e r i c a C a n a d a A u s t r a l ia N e w Z e a l a n d : M s . R a n i C h a v e s

E-mail : [email protected]

Phone : (1) 424 241 7233

E u r o p e : M r . L a u r e n t T a p o t o f a r e ra n iE-mail : [email protected]

Phone : (33) 6 88 88 40 55

J a p a n : M r . P a t r i c k P i c a r d R o b s o nE-mail : [email protected] : (689) 72 72 12

Press and Media:M r . P a t r i c k P i c a r d R o b s o nE-mail : [email protected]

Phone : (689) 72 72 12

Website :www.letahaa.com or www.relaischateaux.com/letahaa

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