Furama Resort Danang

Furama Resort Danang is the gem of Vietnam’s gorgeous China Beach. Its 198 rooms boast a luxurious blend of Vietnamese and French colonial architecture. Meanwhile, guests can also explore this rich destination at the nearby UNESCO-listed World Heritage sites including the former imperial city of Hue, the ancient Silk Road trading port of Hoi An, the spiritual center of the Champa civilization, My Son, and the mystical Phong Nha Caves. Not only does the resort boast first-class conference facilities and play host to many prestigious international events, it has recently relaunched exclusive facilities for an even more invigorating holiday experience. First, the Spa and Health Center sports an atmosphere of relaxation and comfort from which guests can enjoy signature services such as the anti-aging Legendary Furama Facial and the deep-tissue Signature Furama Massage. Best of all is that the spa uses only natural, biodegradable products. Tropical fruits, soothing music, and plush robes complete the experience. Second is the Danang Dive Center, which offers diving and snorkeling tours to the unexplored and unexploited Monkey Mountain Peninsula. For the ultimate in privacy, the center also caters to charters too. All of the tours include equipment, a guide or instructor, food and water, towels, and transfers. Certified courses are also available.

68 Ho XuanHuong, Danang; 84-511/384-7888;

www.furamavietnam.com

Family and Honeymoon packages in Bali

The Nikko Family package at Nikko Bali Resort and Spa (62-361/773-377) or (www.nikkobali.com) gives families holidaying with two children under 12 a host of benefits on a three-night stay. For US$492, the package includes an ocean-view room, daily buffet breakfasts, a day at the hotel’s jungle camp for the kids, and one other free meal for the children. Valid until March 31, 2009.


The Waka di Ume (62-361/973-178; www.wakadiumeubud.com) in Ubud has introduced a Honeymoon package at US$384 net, double, and a Yoga package at US$484, net. Both promotions are for a two-night stay in a villa including daily breakfast, afternoon tea, a one-hour Balinese massage for two, airport transfers, and shuttle services into Ubud. The Honeymoon package also includes daily floral baths, a romantic dinner, and a bottle of wine, while the Yoga package includes two yoga lessons and a spa gift. Valid until April 2009.