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KARMA ROYAL GROUP LAUNCHES
GLAMOROUS KARMA BEACH CLUB ON
DENARAU ISLAND, FIJI
ings typically made of wood and straw,
blending authentic indigenous materials
with cosmopolitan luxury, delivering the
allure of the quintessential island lifestyle.
Staying faithful to sustainable architecture and design inspired by Fiji’s beautiful
coastline, the bure’s ceiling is all-natural
thatch, with no artificial or synthetic
materials. As an homage to the site’s previous incarnation as a traditional turtle
hunting ground for village ancestors, vonu
(turtles) of various colours and made of
printed mangi-mangi (sennit rope) occupy
the tops of the bures. The beach club has
seating for 80 diners, while guests can
also bask blissfully on an additional 24
stylish sun beds with umbrellas on its own
private beach.
Karma Beach Fiji is poised to become a
sought-after destination dining and entertaining hot spot for visitors and residents
of Denarau. Mediterranean-meets-NewWorld cuisine takes centre stage, with
an emphasis on abundant, locally caught
seafood and a modern twist on traditional
Fijian dishes. Karma Royal Group Food
and Beverage Director and Executive Chef
Raymond Saja has created a customised
menu for Karma Beach Fiji, highlighting
South Pacific specialties, including a contemporary version of Kokonda – a Fijianstyle ceviche with coconut, taro root and
local sweet potato stylishly served in a
coconut shell.
Customized Chakra Signature Cocktails
created by Karma Royal Group’s resident
mixologist, Ioannis Gianopolous, complement the concept of casual-chic dining
that encourages leisurely grazing and
sharing during long lunches, while enjoying Denarau’s awe-inspiring views and
incomparable island lifestyle. An exciting line-up of world-class entertainment,
including international musical acts and
specialty DJs flown in from the world’s
nightlife capitals as well as traditional
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Fijian performers and eye-catching fire
dancers, complete the Karma Beach Fiji
experience.
Karma Beach Fiji prides itself on a personalized approach to service, with staff that
are friendly, attentive and knowledgeable
about the local area and ready to provide
helpful tips and suggestions. All service
is provided with a smile, led by a largerthan-life personable, local host who interacts with the guests to personalize each
experience. Karma Beach Fiji is also wellpositioned to cater to specialized private
events with a well-trained, highly professional and efficient staff who can take
the lead in planning and executing any
occasion, from glamorous weddings and
receptions to intimate cocktail parties.
From 3rd August 2013 onwards, Karma
Beach Fiji is open to the public from
7am to 11pm daily. Entry to the beach
club is free, although there could be a
cover charge during special events and
celebrations. Guests are welcome to use
the beach club’s range of facilities and
showers. For reservations and enquiries,
contact Karma Beach Fiji by email fijires@
karmabeach.com or call +679 675 0442.
Situated just 20 minutes from the Nadi
International Airport on the western coast
of Viti Levu, Denarau Island is Fiji's only
integrated island resort offering a variety
of premier accommodation, an international championship golf course, lifestyle
property and luxury vacation homes and
world-class shopping. The port, Denarau
Marina, also known as the Gateway to the
Mamanuca Islands, provides direct transit
and access to day cruises, game fishing,
island hopping and dinner cruises amidst
the tranquility of a Pacific Ocean sunset.
renowned venue that has set the highest standard for the Karma Beach Club
concept, to newly launched locations on
Denarau Island in Fiji and Karma’s very
own Little Harbour Island in the Bahamas,
Beach Club International is dedicated
to creating memorable and meaningful
destination experiences; the core philosophy at the heart of Karma Royal Group’s
sophisticated approach to luxury travel
and lifestyle. From life’s most significant milestones to day-to-day triumphs,
Karma believes that life should be celebrated on the beach.
BACKGROUND ON KARMA ROYAL
GROUP
Karma Royal Group is headed by
Chairman and CEO, John Spence. Karma
Royal Group is comprised of Royal
Resorts, Karma Resorts, Chakra Resorts,
Beach Club International and Karma Spa
and has undergone significant expansion
to its global network in recent years. This
expansion includes the acquisition of The
Alpen Club ski resort in Germany, the
iconic Rottnest Lodge on Rottnest Island,
Western Australia, the development of
Karma Bahamas on Little Harbour Island
and the purchase of one of the world’s
iconic estates - the magnificent former
home of Laura Ashley “Le Preverger” in the
Cote D’Azur. Further expansion includes
land acquisition and development plans
in Cuba, Brazil, Japan, India, Thailand,
Indonesia, Europe, North America and
the Caribbean. Karma Royal Group continues to set industry benchmarks with
its passion and innovation in providing
new products to engage its over 55,000
members and loyal clients throughout the
world.
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From its flagship Karma Beach Bali at the
Karma Kandara Resort in Bali, a world-
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