www.anticipationvilla.com

This six bedroom contemporary villa is an elegant merger of Caribbean architecture and European style with modern amenities and technology that will please even the most discriminating technophile and traveler.

Anticipation Villa - Courtyard

Anticipation is privately nestled on the hillside with an uninterrupted panoramic view of the Caribbean Ocean. Arguably one of the best positioned locations at Tryall Club.

Anticipation Villa - patio

As you enter the luxuriously appointed contemporary styled living room with its soaring cathedral ceiling, you are immediately presented with Anticipation’s spectacular view. It is one of only a few villas that can boast both a sweeping view of the Caribbean Ocean and the renowned Tryall golf course.

Anticipation’s six bedroom suites are tastefully appointed and air conditioned with custom furnishings and luxurious bedding. Each bedroom and en suite bathrooms feature stone flooring and state of the art bath fixtures. Each bedroom also feature flat screen HDTV’s and IPod docking stations. If you happen to forget your IPod, all rooms feature Video Touch Pad access to multiple music sources for the room and outdoor terrace.

Pamper your pallet with the culinary delights from our fully equipped modern kitchen. Anticipation staff of six includes; a Head of House/Butler, Chef, 2 Housekeepers, Laundress and Gardner…..Just ask.

www.anticipationvilla.com

www.odessa-stjohn.com

Situated near Cruz Bay,  Odessa Villa is a three bedroom West Indian beach house with stone walls, arched windows, blue and white clapboard, and gingerbread detailing.  The house is surrounded by native tropical plantings.

Odessa Villa Living Room

Odessa’s upper bedroom features hardwood floors, hand-crafted Caribbean stone and woodwork, a comfortable queen size bed, and a semi-open air stone shower the private lower level offers 2 more bedrooms.

Odessa Villa - Upper Bedroom

The house is very private beachfront home, with a long, meandering stone pathway leading down from the road to the villa, and a private path leading to Hart Bay Beach.

View of Hart Bay Beach

Additionally the beach house features a pool and Jacuzzi overlooking the ocean for a fresh water dip day or night and with privacy.

Odessa Villa - Pool and Jacuzzi

For more photos and booking details visit the owners website  www.odessa-stjohn.com

www.foodanddrink-caribbean.com

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the stories that the team at Food & Drink Caribbean are working on for thier 2010 Antigua & Barbuda Food & Drink Guide.  Profiling  restaurants, roadsides, recipes, nightlife and where to sample the local delights when on island.

The Full DVD will be released to accompany the 2010 Food and Drink Guide.

Meanwhile for those planning a stay in Antigua, here is the 2009 Guide which can be read in full on-line.

www.pinkhousebvi.com

Known for the color of its tiled roof, Pink House is perched atop a hill overlooking Jost Van Dyke’s most exclusive spot, White Bay. As one of only three houses built on the island’s western side, Pink House offers all the beauty and privacy the Caribbean can offer.

Pink House, White Bay, Jost van Dyke

Pink House’s main level features a spacious living room with stunning views of White Bay, two large bedrooms with modern baths, and a full-equipped kitchen to enjoy all those fresh island foods. The lower level offers a third bedroom with private entrance for additional guests

Pink House- The Peach Bedroom

Just 22 steps from White Bay one of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the world (voted by Conde Nast ) this Luxury rental villa is a gateway to unparalleled crystal-clear water and soft white sand.

View of White Bay from the Upper Deck

White Bay remains Jost’s most exclusive and least inhabited spot to vacation. Lounge by the water’s edge with a pina colada or dive into the warm Caribbean water. Far from the tourist spots, White Bay guarantees a unique island experience, lulling you into a slower pace of life, pampering you with the tropical sunshine and sweet tropical nights.

Pink House - Sit back and relax

For further pictures and details visit the owners website www.pinkhousebvi.com

www.villamoonshadow.com

Villa Moonshadow is sat on the oceans edge near Sapodilla Bay,Providenciales. Enjoy great views from any of the open decks, covered decks, in the hammock, or on the screened porch while having cocktails or a memorable meal.

Villa Moonshadow - Turks & Caicos

A three minute walk from this vacation villa rental leads you to the sugar white sands and pale turquoise waters of Taylor Bay Beach, sometimes known as Sunset Bay, or The Beach at Ocean Point.

villa moonshadow sea deck

The interior of this villa is open and spacious with cathedral beamed ceilings in each room, an en-suite bathroom for four of the five bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, self-cleaning oven and more. Additionally, Moonshadow has cable TV, high-speed Internet access, stereo for CD’s and cassettes, washer and dryer, as well as other amenities.

Villa Monshadow - screened Porch

For more photos, information and booking details visit  www.villamoonshadow.com

www.villamistral.com

At the higher end of the scale, Villa Mistral is a slice of paradise located on the Carribean island of St. John, just east of St. Thomas and is surrounded by protected coral reefs and parkland

Villa Mistral - View from above

This beautiful five bedroom St John home is right on the water in dynamic Hart Bay. Watch or join the surfers riding the waves or just soak up the sights and sounds of surf from the two separate swimming pools, each with its own spacious sun deck.

Villa Mistral St John - Grotto

Vistors to Villa Mistral are able to enjoy its luxurious decor and facilities including the infinity pool, grotto and waterfall, coral stone floors, decks and railings, stainless appliances, air conditioning, gazebo, dual sinks in baths, custom hardwood doors and windows, custom ceramic roof tile, designer hardware, custom furniture, and a huge generator.

Villa Mistral - Upper Deck

Located just minutes from the village of Cruz Bay – with its fine dining and shops – you’ll appreciate the private nature of this retreat. With 4500 sq ft of interior space and 6200 sq ft total you will not be short of space

Lounge in Villa Mistral

The Villa is also currently for sale with a cool price tag of circa $8M US

for more photos and details visit the owners website www.villamistral.com

www.villaorleanspr.com

Villa Orleans is a 5 bedroom beachfront villa in the Caribbean, perfect for couples or a large family seeking a quiet beach vacation.This Rincon oceanfront Vacation Rental is 10 minutes from Puerto Rico surfing beaches, scuba dive shops, beachfront restaurants and beach stores.

Villa Orleans on the Beach

This Puerto Rico Villa has: a swimming pool, Washer/dryer, Full kitchen, WiFi, Beach toys, towels, BBQ Grill and comfortably sleeps 12.There is also a large deck used for a yoga studio and retreats.

Villa Orleans Pool with stunning View

For more pictures and booking information – vist the owners site www.villaorleanspr.com

www.intothemysticvi.com

Remodeled in 2008. ‘Into the Mystic’ is a classic Caribbean villa with beautiful island architecture and breathtaking, long range views of Coral Bay and the British Virgin Islands. Located conveniently just a two minute drive from Coral Bay and less than ten minutes from the National Park’s fabulous North Shore beaches. Wonderful landscaping provides superb privacy with blooming flowers and trees without blocking any views.

Both bedrooms have queen size beds and afford cozy privacy and views of the bay. The villa itself is replete with contemporary amenities and furnishing, boasting wireless internet access, High-Def satellite TV, two iPod docking stations and a full stereo, hot tub and a pool! comfortably accomodates small families or two couples.

‘Into the Mystic’ enjoys refreshing trade winds to keep you cool while bringing you the fragrance of the island. This magical spot hosts colorful sunrises and dark crystal clear skies for stargazing.The tree frogs will sing you to sleep every night along with the rushing waves. and when you venture out it is only a short ride to local restaurants, shops, bars, horseback riding, sailing, and the National Park trails and beaches.

Visit the owners website for more photos and information  www.intothemysticvi.com

www.arubavillatropical.com

Situated on nearly three acres atop a hill with a stunning view of the ocean including Eagle and Palm Beach, Villa Tropical has 5 bedrooms; 4.5 baths and can sleep 10-12 people.

Aruba Villa Tropical - Poolside

The custom natural rock pool is unique to the island and is surrounded by an amazing fully mature and expansive garden and natural rock waterfall.

Villa Tropical - expansive Garden

Villa Tropical is very private and on a very large parcel of land which also includes a 150 fruit tree orchard. The trade winds blow unencumbered through the whole home if you desire.

Aruba Villa Tropical -Rear of Villa

Visit the owners website for more pictures and information www.arubavillatropical.com

www.cielovilla.com

Nestled 900 feet high on a secluded hillside above Cane Garden Bay with complete privacy, this spacious cious 5 bedroom, 5 bath villa is located just minutes from the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean.

Cielo Villa, Tortola - Pool Area

Phenomenal sweeping Caribbean ocean views, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, unparalleled stargazing – Cielo offers al fresco living at its very best.

Cielo Villa - al fresco living

This Tortola Villa rental has a unique layout in which each of its pavilions opens to a common pool and patio with an open living area, a fully equipped modern kitchen and dining area. The separate and very private bedrooms offer private baths, sensuous privacy and atmosphere with breathtaking views.

Cielo Villa - Views

The entry courtyard with its bubbling fountain, colourful bougainvillea, banana and palm welcomes you to Cielo – a relaxing and very private hideaway set high on a hillside with spectacular views of Cane Garden Bay, St John, St Thomas, and green islets beyond.

Visit the owners website for more information on this beautiful Tortola Villa Rental