the newest Aman, Amanera (Dominican Republic)
Jul 2, 2015, 9:03 am
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the newest Aman, Amanera (Dominican Republic)
We are delighted to announce the launch of Amanera, scheduled to open in the Dominican Republic during the fourth quarter of 2015. Water is omnipresent and intrinsic in the design of Amanera, which draws its name from the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’ and era, the word for ‘water’ in Taíno, historically spoken by the indigenous people of the Caribbean.
The resort is situated on 2,000 acres of virtually untouched land comprised of verdant peaks and lush jungle with centuries-old trees and royal palms stretching across nearly seven miles of continuous Atlantic seacoast on Hispaniola’s northern shore.
Amanera will become the first golf-integrated Aman, sited alongside the undulating fairways and challenging greens of the lauded Playa Grande Golf Course, with the highest number of oceanside holes in the Western hemisphere.
Each of the 25 one-bedroomed Casitas will enjoy unobstructed ocean vistas from an expansive terrace, outdoor seating and lounging areas and through floor-to-ceiling windows from the spacious, high-ceilinged living and sleeping areas. Every Casita is accessed via a winding pathway through a private garden and 13 Casitas feature their own 10-metre private swimming pools. For more information, please click on the links below.
The resort is situated on 2,000 acres of virtually untouched land comprised of verdant peaks and lush jungle with centuries-old trees and royal palms stretching across nearly seven miles of continuous Atlantic seacoast on Hispaniola’s northern shore.
Amanera will become the first golf-integrated Aman, sited alongside the undulating fairways and challenging greens of the lauded Playa Grande Golf Course, with the highest number of oceanside holes in the Western hemisphere.
Each of the 25 one-bedroomed Casitas will enjoy unobstructed ocean vistas from an expansive terrace, outdoor seating and lounging areas and through floor-to-ceiling windows from the spacious, high-ceilinged living and sleeping areas. Every Casita is accessed via a winding pathway through a private garden and 13 Casitas feature their own 10-metre private swimming pools. For more information, please click on the links below.
Last edited by DavidO; Jul 2, 2015 at 9:11 am
Jul 2, 2015, 10:49 am
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It seems to me like semantics rather than a meaningful difference (for non-golfers like me, anyway), but Amanusa's course "lies adjacent" to the resort (presumably with separate ownership), versus the course at Amanera being a part of the resort.
From http://www.amanresorts.com/amanusa/golf.aspx
Presumably the benefit for golfers is that Aman will have complete control over the guest experience at the course (rather than sending guests to a course that they don't own), though I have no clue what the differences will be in practice.
From http://www.amanresorts.com/amanusa/golf.aspx
The newly-renovated Bali National Golf Club, recognised as one of Asia’s top five courses, lies adjacent to Amanusa and offers a driving range, putting and chipping greens and a pro shop. Designed by Robin Nelson and Rodney Wright, the championship 18-hole course enjoys a scenic seaside setting. Amanusa guests will enjoy a priority reservation system at the course and may sign all charges to their Amanusa account.
Jul 2, 2015, 9:16 pm
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Amanera
Other thread here has transfers being offered by Aman from Puerto Plata and Santo Domingo. They should also offer complimentary transfer from El Catey/Samana Airport which offers non stop flights on JetBlue, Wednesday and Saturday from JFK.
A high amount of fatal traffic accidents have been occurring on these roads and driving in the DR should not be taken lightly.
A high amount of fatal traffic accidents have been occurring on these roads and driving in the DR should not be taken lightly.
Jul 3, 2015, 12:38 pm
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sep 2011 - "first Aman golf-integrated resort worldwide" >
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/...11+RNS20110920
Jul 4, 2015, 8:45 pm
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April 2015 – Present GM Aman Playa Grande
will open November 2015. The ethos of Aman is founded in simple luxury that is afforded by an exceptional location harmoniously blended with a unique environment resulting in contemporary and finely tuned resorts that offer, with outstretched arms, an enriching, enlightening and rewarding 'lifestyle' experience in which to willingly surrender.
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will open November 2015. The ethos of Aman is founded in simple luxury that is afforded by an exceptional location harmoniously blended with a unique environment resulting in contemporary and finely tuned resorts that offer, with outstretched arms, an enriching, enlightening and rewarding 'lifestyle' experience in which to willingly surrender.
August 2013 – April 2015 Director of Operations Fisher Island Club
2013 City of Miami Beach...Office of Film and Event Production Management
April 2011 – March 2013 GM SLS Hotel South Beach
2009 – March 2011 Hotel Manager W South Beach
April 2008 – April 2009 Regional Director & GM Andre Balazs Hotels Raleigh and Standard Miami
2000 – 2008 MO Riviera Maya & Miami
1998 – 2000 Loews Hotels
1989 – 1997 RC
Jul 5, 2015, 3:04 am
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Funny, I was suspended for making a similar "political" statement about Bhutan, where it's equally true. Double standards.
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Jul 6, 2015, 4:57 am
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Speaking last night with an individual who owns a fully staffed residence near Amanera, he commented that properly staffing the Aman will be a formidable task.
Positively, however, he said the weather at the location is nice year round. Mid-80s, breezes and no rain in the summer.
Positively, however, he said the weather at the location is nice year round. Mid-80s, breezes and no rain in the summer.
Jul 10, 2015, 10:15 am
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http://studiopaterakis.zenfolio.com/...8e15#h46f85d51
Savour this ....for now ...
A bit of Noi , a bit of kila and yara , a mish mash of this and that aman ...but would have been nice if amanwella pavilions had similar layout.
Savour this ....for now ...
A bit of Noi , a bit of kila and yara , a mish mash of this and that aman ...but would have been nice if amanwella pavilions had similar layout.
Jul 10, 2015, 11:18 am
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http://studiopaterakis.zenfolio.com/...8e15#h46f85d51
Savour this ....for now ...
A bit of Noi , a bit of kila and yara , a mish mash of this and that aman ...but would have been nice if amanwella pavilions had similar layout.
Savour this ....for now ...
A bit of Noi , a bit of kila and yara , a mish mash of this and that aman ...but would have been nice if amanwella pavilions had similar layout.
Jul 10, 2015, 11:27 am
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Dominican Republic - isn't this is the place where tons of old, ugly Germans
wearing speedos come to abuse some poor local girls?
A serious question.
I'm pretty sure it's the cheapest Caribbean destination for many Europeans...
wearing speedos come to abuse some poor local girls?
A serious question.
I'm pretty sure it's the cheapest Caribbean destination for many Europeans...