Adding to the gems on my bracelet.. Ninh Van Bay

Ninh Van Bay.. the romantic island retreat.. 

The only way to get to Ninh Van Bay is by speedboat transfer.. this sets the tone for 'relaxing'

 By the time  you've arrived.. all your cares have been left behind.. there are only bicycles on this island.. 

 And good massages and a superb spa for those ultimate treatments.. 

 Great lunches and dinners.. a note from the Chef.. 

Six Senses Ninh Van Bay sits on dramatic Ninh Van Bay, with its impressive rock formations overlooking the East Vietnam Sea, white sand beach and towering mountains behind, all adding to the sense of being luxuriously at one with nature. The exclusive property also presents the reality of the destination, with an architectural style reflecting the traditions of Vietnam

 When day is done.. enjoy your evening meal on the deck overlooking the Vietnam Sea.. what bliss! 

Yes.. I look forward to going back to Ninh Van Bay again, one day soon! 

PS.. I NEVER receive any commission, and reward, or any special offer for ANY of my recommendations! 

'He needs Food Blog' ooh!! Aah.. Ninh Van Bay too good!

 

 http://heneedsfood.com/2012/09/six-senses-ninh-van-bay-vietnam/

Thank you John, for permission to publish..

Welcome to Six Senses, Ninh Vân Bay, a secluded property at the bottom of a forested promontory that juts into the South China Sea. Stepping off the boat we’re warmly greeted by management and introduced to our personal butler, yes it’s that kind of place, and after a bit of paperwork we’re taken to our villa.

This is where things started to feel a little familiar. Six years ago we stayed at its former sister property, Soneva Gili (now Gili Lankanfushi), in the Maldives. Luxurious overwater bungalow, Robinson Crusoe-style set-up, pretty lush. I know, it’s sickening but someone’s gotta do it.

Ninh Vân Bay is the only place in Vietnam that has its own time zone. Just to ease you into the Six Senses lifestyle the time is set forward an hour; a longer day to do a whole lot of nothing. Well, not nothing. There’s bush walking, bike riding, swimming, eating and drinking. That’s for starters. Let me walk you through our little pad.

Our beachfront pool villa is nestled amongst the brush, overlooking the calm bay. Downstairs there’s the bedroom with bi-fold doors and a daybed that opens out onto a small terrace that drops into a private plunge pool. Not too shabby at all!

At the rear a large bathroom opens onto an enclosed courtyard, complete with outdoor shower, and back inside are two vanities on the opposing walls. The free-standing wooden bathtub went untouched and was more of a pretty obstacle than functional device.

Head upstairs and you find yourself in an open-plan lounge space. Table and chairs overlooking the plunge pool and beach, there’s a minibar, coffee & tea facilities and a cushy daybed made for slouching the day away. Oh look, complimentary champagne! Let the sloshing begin.

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http://heneedsfood.com/2012/09/six-senses-ninh-van-bay-vietnam/
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