If an intimate boutique-style wedding is what you are looking for then look no further. Our exquisite collection of hotels caters for a guest list of 2 to 72, with breath-taking backdrops,...
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This time of year is always busy for us and for our hotels. It's the time of year people like to book their winter holidays. It is also...
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It’s official, the turtle release season is in full swing at Jamaica Inn! Every year during the months of August to October Jamaica Inn’s...
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East Winds, Saint Lucia is making the most of their exclusive, cottage-style resort, and will be welcoming Artist-in-Residence, Brin Edwards, for a week 24th – 27th October 2017....
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The Caribbean is renowned for having arguably the most desirable weather on the planet, with temperatures of 24-29°C all year round. It is never cold, not too hot,...
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Live Music throughout the day.TIE UP 5 is still on and its the last event for the season, if you are in Antigua or your clients are, South Point Antigua...
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Take advantage of these amazing offers and savings when you book early for travel in 2018 at some of the very best luxury Caribbean boutique hotels. Bequia Beach Hotel, The Grenadines ...
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Stay at East Winds Saint Lucia this Summer and Save 35% on ALL INCLUSIVE! Stay a minimum of 7 nights and receive 35% saving Booking Window: now Travel Window: 01 July – 20 December 2017...
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With Wimbledon Tennis just around the corner now is as good a time as any to remind you of the fantastic tennis facilities and events available at Antigua’s...
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PRODUCT & MARKETING MANAGER Full Time position as of September 2017 at Essential Detail, small team in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey. Reporting to: Helen Edwards, Managing Director Job...
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The count-down to Curtain Bluff’s multi-million dollar renovation is now on! Curtain Bluff closed on 6th May for their annual closure, which is a little longer this...
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During Jamaica Inn’s Wellness Week guests can enjoy a number of benefits and activities or they can pre-book one of two special Wellness Packages as detailed below. WELLNESS...
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It's that time of year again when our wonderful hoteliers get together and join us for a UK tour visiting luxury travel agents and tour operators. This year we...
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Stay at the elegant oceanfront East Winds in June and take part in their Adventure & Activity Week! East Winds, a premium all-inclusive hotel has put together this ...
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East Winds is an intimate exclusive-inclusive boutique hotel on the beautiful island of Saint Lucia Their all-inclusive includes not only all food and drinks (see our property manuals for full...
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Curtain Bluff has an Amazing Kids Programme! Finding a resort that works for all members of a family is not always so easy. Yet Curtain Bluff seems...
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The 2017 Trip Advisor Traveller Choice Awards recently announced their award winners and we are delighted to announce Calabash, Grenada; Curtain Bluff, Antigua; East Winds, Saint Lucia and Jamaica Inn, Jamaica...
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A chic and cool boutique hotel of quality, in a quiet location that conjures up images of the old Barbados. We feel Little Good Harbour offers something a little different,...
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Bequia Beach Hotel is delighted to announce the commencement of a new scheduled service by Bequia Airways’ aircraft operated by ONE CARIBBEAN airline. Flights will operate between Barbados and...
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If like many of us you are making plans for a fresh new year, with travel being at the top of your list, take a look at our top places...
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For the most discerning travellers seeking delicious food, outstanding service, luxury accommodation, picture-perfect locations and outstanding value we invite you to peruse our essential list of best travel places in 2017....
Read moreFor the first time, Jamaica Inn will be featuring an in house choir consisting of their talented staff singers. Their fabulous carolers will be performing at 7:00pm on Christmas Eve...
Read moreIt all started back in 1975 when Curtain Bluff celebrated its worldclass Tennis Center with an islandwide professional tournament. Today Antigua Tennis Week is a landmark event, attracting enthusiasts from all...
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Book a stay for 2017 at one of our Essential Detail hotels and take advantage of a number of savings and value added offers. Little Good Harbour, Barbados NEW...
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Totally refurbished ocean Front Rooms & Ocean Front Suites During East Winds’ closure in September the three Ocean Front Rooms were completely renovated with new furniture, gorgeous fabrics and...
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Bequia Beach Hotel on the beautiful island of Bequia, has two new senior recruits … and we’d like to share the news with you. Earlier this year owner...
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Boutique Shopping at a Boutique Hotel Designed for the fashion conscious traveller, the new Boutique at Calabash is filled with a masterfully edited selection of ...
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Great holiday get-a-ways celebrate life’s simple pleasures…time with the family or spouse, a good book, a delicious meal, or an outstanding bottle of wine. So it...
Read moreEast Winds offers the happiest of couples a picture perfect, breathtaking backdrop to their special day. They specialise in exclusive, intimate, boutique sized weddings for a guest list of 2 to 72...
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Jamaica Inn has been crowned the Caribbean’s Leading All Suite Hotel 2016 at the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony in Jamaica. This award...
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Artist in Residence Week 21-28 November 2016 East Winds has appointed wildlife artist Brin Edwards to work even more closely with the hotel over the coming year. Brin has been providing...
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Power Yoga Caribbean Retreat, 6 - 13th November at East Winds St Lucia Join well known Canadian Power Yoga teacher, Jennifer Dwyer, in Saint Lucia this November for our second annual...
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The Ocean Spa at Jamaica Inn has been crowned as “Jamaica’s Best Hotel Spa” and the “Caribbean’s Best Hotel Spa” at the...
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THE ATLANTIS HOTEL - BARBADOS Island Wellness Retreat 08-14 October 2016 with Raw Food & Yoga The historic and rugged-chic Atlantis Hotel on Barbados’ spectacular east coast is offering a...
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Christmas & New Year Offers, Events & Availability We know that flight seats to the Caribbean for the festive season are getting tight but here are some reminders, plus updates...
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Although our blazing hot British summer has been preoccupying everyone’s mind (what an extraordinary summer it's been, especially of late!) we hate to say it, but autumn...
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Our Essential Hotel List of Cocktails To keep you feeling cool, refreshed and tropical, our Caribbean boutique hotels (some of the finest 5-star properties around) have shared some of...
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Calabash, East Winds, and Jamaica Inn come out on top - Trip Advisor Choice 2016 Awards We are delighted the 2016 Trip Advisor Choice Awards included three Essential Detail...
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St Lucia's Chocolate Heritage Month In honour of the island’s rich history of cocoa production, St Lucia is going cocoa crazy for the month of August. Even...
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Jamaica Inn has become a popular nesting ground for the Hawksbill mother turtles that instinctively travel thousands of miles to lay eggs on the hotel’s beach. Guests have...
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Recipe of the month by Curtain Bluff, Antigua Vegan Coconut Rice Pudding 14-oz. can light coconut milk ½ cup Arborio rice, rinsed and drained 3 Tbs. sugar ⅛ tsp. salt 1...
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Where will you be watching the Rio 2016 Olympic next month? Rio 2016 Olympic games starts in less than a month, 5th until 21st August 2016, and the Paralympics 7th until 18th...
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Father's Day the Caribbean Way! If, like us, you find it hard to pick something special for your father, here is some inspiration with our top 5 things to...
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With the Tennis season already kicking off, we thought now would be a great time to remind you of the fantastic tennis facilities available at the 5-star, luxury Curtain Bluff...
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Essential Detail 2016 Roadshow Every year we look forward to our fantastic hoteliers coming from overseas to host with us a number of events around the UK. This year was no...
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Originally written and posted by Tobey (14) and Jake (13) on Curtain Bluff's recent blog. Our parents both work in the travel business, so we get to go on some pretty...
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Jamaica Inn asked Executive Sous Chef Derrick to give a recipe from one of the most popular and delicious breakfasts, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict! Many guests love this dish at...
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This month Essential Detail is delighted to welcome a new member to its team – Patricia Charlery-Leon, who will assume the role of Head of Product & Marketing. ...
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Calabash loves it when families stay with them - after all, they are a family-run hotel!. And because children and teens have their own personal likes and dislikes, the Calabash'...
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Romance in Barbados! February doesn't have to be the only time for romance, in fact it's an all round affair when you stay at Little Good Harbour Hotel,...
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It's All About the Experience - at East Winds, St Lucia! East Winds is pleased to be sharing a number of small, but important, improvements this year with their...
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Easter Luxury Hotel Ideas Within our collection of luxury Caribbean hotels, we have something for everyone, whether you are looking for a romantic break, a fun family retreat or an...
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Suite Love! With Valentines Day only around the corner, we put together a number of our most romantic essential suites available for you to book in the Caribbean. Calabash Hotel,...
Read moreFree Wedding at Curtain Bluff, Antigua Book a wedding and a 7-night stay (any room category) anytime in June (2016) and and recieve the wedding package FREE, this is normally valued...
Read moreCalabash, Grenada Spa Package Discover the calming spirit of The Spa at Calabash offer holistic treatments, yoga and other holistic approaches to mental quietude, physical wellbeing and...
Read moreCap Maison has always been original when it comes to food so it comes to now surprise that they already have a number of food events planned for 2016! Take a...
Read moreNeed something to get your weekend started? Try the Jamaica Inn Festive cocktail. Barman Sebert has been working with Jamaica Inn since 1982, and put together this delicious...
Read moreNew at East Winds Saint Lucia in 2016 East Winds has been busy preparing for a wonderful winter season and is pleased to be sharing a number of small, but important,...
Read moreVIP Guests Check into East Winds, St Lucia Could it be the delicious cuisine, first-class service or perhaps the amazing facilities available at East Winds which enticed these VIP...
Read moreGuest Chef Announced for Next January Shorne Benjamin Shorne was originally from Saint Lucia, now resident in New York City. His professional career catapulted after graduating from the prestigious French...
Read moreFinding Inner Peace at Jamaica Inn! Jamaica Inn recently held their Second Annual Inner Peace in Paradise Yoga Retreat, and with the yoga, excursions and food, the event...
Read moreSaying 'I do' at Curtain Bluff, Antigua Over 200 couples have chosen to get married at Curtain Bluff, Antigua secure in the knowledge that their mix of location and...
Read moreThat's the Spirit! Cap Maison, St Lucia has three bars, the Cliff bar adjacent to the namesake restaurant, the bar at The Naked Fisherman on the beach and...
Read moreRecently we introduced FeedBack Friday on our social media platforms which was a way of telling our followers the latest feedback from our hotel guest stays. The feedback is...
Read moreJamaica Inn Yoga Retreat "Inner Peace in Paradise" 16th - 20th September 2015 This 5 night luxury yoga package has everything you need to get you ready for the Autumn. A guest...
Read moreAugust – December 2015 Caribbean Calendar of Events From sporting events to food festivals, here is a calendar of events taking place over the next few months on the islands of...
Read moreJamaica Inn's recent fun cocktail recommendation is the fabulous Goldeneye! It is a very simple but delicious drink and not-to-be-missed when you stay at Jamaica Inn. ...
Read moreTri de Spice - Grenada April 2016 If you fancy the idea of taking part in a triathlon whilst on holiday, or perhaps you prefer the idea of watching one,...
Read moreLIVING WELL WEEK... with Celebrity Trainer Adam Rosant 16th until 21st January 2016 A week of fitness and fun run by celebrity fitness trainer Adam Rosante, founder of The People&rsquo...
Read moreCap Maison’s Executive Chef Craig Jones will be heading over to the UK this summer, taking some St Lucia flavours with him. Craig will be taking the helm...
Read moreLast year's event (pictured) was a great success and we are now hosting you in the heart of Mayfair... The Essential Hotel Collection team along with...
Read moreThe Essential Hotel Collection team along with their hoteliers will be hosting a fabulous Caribbean exclusive evening at Mayfair's Mahiki bar on 9th June 2015. Enjoy drinks and canapes,...
Read moreThe Place to be Seen in Barbados! The Atlantis Hotel - Barbados, takes Sunday lunch to another level! It is the’ place for Sunday lunch West Indian buffet ...
Read moreThe Naked Fisherman - Food Truck! This Sunday (12th April), if you are on the island of St Lucia you could see the introduction of Cap Maison's latest project ...
Read moreCome to Grenada for the holiday of a lifetime while doing the sport you love! This 6 day Tri de Spice event starts on 1st April 2015, with the main race day...
Read moreAre you looking for a luxury holiday but yet still want to be active, eat well and be pampered? If so Curtain Bluff, Antigua could be just the ...
Read moreThe most chic and modern villas in The Grenadines! Bequia Beach Hotel is something special and secret that we really would rather keep to ourselves! Owner Bengt Mortstedt...
Read moreEast Winds News and Updates Jesse Hamilton, the new General Manager arrived at the hotel in January and hails from Canada, having previously managed various resorts in Canada, as well...
Read moreSt Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival 2015 Revamped, redesigned and with a broadened artistic direction, the Caribbean’s premier cultural event — the St Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival ...
Read moreCap Maison, St Lucia Facelift! The gorgeous rooms at Cap Maison recently underwent a bit of a facelift. Through the addition of number of new elements and accents, the imposing...
Read moreCricket in the Caribbean! England will play their first-ever Test match at the National Cricket Ground in Grenada as part of the three-Test tour to the Caribbean in April and...
Read moreThree ways you can treat mum this Mother’s Day. This Mother’s Day go all out and treat your mum to a tropical Winter sun escape....
Read moreLove is in the Caribbean air! This winter why not escape the cold and wet and spend a romantic luxury holiday in the sun! Here are some ideas on where...
Read moreWe are very happy to announce that Jamaica Inn, another one of the Essential Hotel Collection hotels has an official Green Globe certification. Over the last few years the Jamaica...
Read moreYou can see it in the quality of our Tennis Centre, the calibre of its professional staff and the clinics/classes they provide. Now Curtain Bluff, Antigua, has raised their...
Read moreCap Maiosn in St Lucia is proud to annouce the first Guest Chef for the season - Neil Hitchen from the UK. Neil currently owns and cooks at the award...
Read moreBusiness as usual! Directors Helen and Annette share their recent business trip pictures with you from their visit this week to a number of the Essential Hotel Collection Caribbean boutique...
Read moreWe are delighted to tell you that Curtain Bluff, Antigua, Caribbean is the winner of the 2015 Condé Nast Johansens Award for Excellence in the Best for...
Read moreTravel trade award & further guest recognition for East Winds Inn, St Lucia East Winds Inn is once again celebrating exceptional customer satisfaction and award recognition...
Read morePop up Restaurants by Cap Maison, St Lucia Cap Maison, St Lucia has been offering this specular dining experience in St Lucia for some time now. Their last year...
Read more'Over the Top Luxury’ at Jamaica Inn amazing niche package includes the essentials for a rockstar holiday! 7 nights accommodation for two in one of the hotel’s...
Read moreIt’s All About St Vincent & The Grenadines For most visitors, St Vincent & The Grenadines is off the beaten track, however for yachties, aristocrats and rock stars,...
Read moreOur hotels tend to close for the summer months and reopen their doors about now to welcome their guests to the busiest season of the year. Here are some...
Read moreCurtain Bluff Keeps GIVING BACK! Curtain Bluff, Antigua, is a great favourite of ours and has been for many years. There are huge long list of reasons why, some you...
Read moreThe St Lucia Triathlon The Event November 22nd Following on from the highly successful inaugural event in 2013, the St Lucia Triathlon is back for another year! There are four distances...
Read moreIt’s All About Barbados For many years we have been travelling for work and pleasure to Barbados, as well as recommending this paradise island to many of our...
Read moreThe CuisinArt Golf Club provides the ultimate golf holiday in the Caribbean – a championship course with breath-taking views and challenging, dramatic holes. The 18-hole Greg Norman Signature Design ...
Read moreIf you have booked a holiday to Jamaica Inn this summer, the chances are high that you will either spot a mother sea turtle crawling ashore at night...
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