TURTLE ISLAND, FIJI

Finalist Community Benefit award 2006

"As close to heaven on earth as you're likely to get. Turtle Island is Fiji's paradise found. On the shores of the famous Blue Lagoon, Turtle is an exclusive couples' getaway characterised by turquoise ocean vistas, lush green jungles and vibrant Fijian culture. Accommodating only 14 couples at any given time, the island's handcrafted cottages, called bures, feature vaulted ceilings and outdoor verandas with sweeping views. As your personal tour guides and caretakers, Turtle's "Bure Mamas" take service to a new level. And so does its truly all-inclusive model that lets you enjoy a four-hand massage, snorkeling, SCUBA, a lobster and champagne on a private beach picnic, or a horseback ride at your whim and without your wallet. Live the good life at the world's most romantic resort!

It has taken more than two decades to build and preserve the environment that Richard Evanson (owner) envisioned. The result is a truly unique resort so traditional to the Fijian culture that it is no exaggeration when he explains:

True to Fijian tradition, on Turtle we live for the moment... not for yesterday or tomorrow, but for now.

Our aim is to provide you with your most enjoyable holiday ever. Be assured that you will receive unparalleled personal attention from our Fijian staff. From the many guests who return and become like members of our Turtle family, we know you'll find your stay unforgettable."