Olivia – Columbus Isle Resort
White Sand and Crystal Clear Water
If you’re looking for a private oasis with all the amenities, then welcome to heaven! Enjoy a week of pampering at this all-inclusive island retreat where all your food, most drinks (yes, even cocktails), all your Olivia entertainment, and most activities are included!
Your Experience
Get ready for a week of fun as you—and 500 of your closest Olivia friends—take over the beautiful Club Med Columbus Isle Resort in the Bahamas! Grab a cocktail or soft drink and let yourself slowly unwind at this exclusive island paradise. Hang out by the pool, stroll the long white beach, play a game of beach volleyball, snorkel, jump into the hilarious wet-and-wacky pool games, or sip a fruity drink as you read a book and contemplate how the water could possibly have that many hues of turquoise. At night, take in a show and then dance the night away at Club O.
Best of all, at this all-inclusive, all-indulgent resort, you can leave your credit card in your room—just bring and your flip-flops and your sense of adventure!
“Columbus Isle is one of my special places; you know, the ones where the stress & pressures of the world slip away, where your heart & soul fill with joy and gratitude and you can just relax.” -Pat F., Olivia Globetrotter
Your Activities
Shake off the mundane and take a plunge into paradise! Make your own island adventure on this or just melt into the powder-white sand. Play tennis, volleyball, or basketball. Take a dip in the pool or a stroll under the stars. Learn to windsurf, dance, scuba dive, or sail. Divers will delight, as this is one of the best places to dive in the Atlantic Caribbean. The waters of Columbus Isle teem with barracuda, grouper, hammerhead, rich coral, huge sponge and starfish. By night, your Olivia Caribbean oasis comes alive with comedy, music, karaoke, and dancing. Raise a glass with new friends, or get to know a special someone as you take a walk on the beach at sunset.
Your Resort
Beloved for its serene white beaches and soothing surf, you’ll soon see why the pristine, secluded Columbus Isle, Bahamas is one of Olivia’s favorite oases. Tucked along the shores of Bonefish Bay on the island of San Salvador, the resort’s bungalow-style buildings are surrounded by a private white sandy beach. Your well-appointed room will have a soothing ocean or peaceful tree-lined garden view. Remember, your food, most drinks, most activities and all your Olivia entertainment are included!
Columbus Isle Paradise
Beloved for its serene white beaches and soothing surf, you’ll soon see why the pristine, secluded Columbus Isle, Bahamas is one of Olivia’s favorite oases. Tucked along the shores of Bonefish Bay on the island of San Salvador, the resort’s bungalow-style buildings are surrounded by a private white sandy beach. Your well-appointed room will have a soothing ocean or peaceful tree-lined garden view. Remember, your food, most drinks, most activities and all your Olivia entertainment are included!
Pricing
| Description | Regular Bird Price | Early Bird Price * |
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Single Bungalow |
$1,299.00 | $999.00 |
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Superior |
$1,999.00 | $1,499.00 |
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Superior – Premium Location |
$2,299.00 | $1,699.00 |
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Deluxe – Premium Location |
$2,399.00 | $1,799.00 |
| Ocean View Your well-appointed room includes a bottle of water replenished every day and mini bar restocked daily, robes, slippers, Damana bath products, nightly turn down service and a small fruit basket upon arrival. Your room features a bathroom with shower and complimentary shampoo, conditioner and soaps, individual air-conditioning, hair dryer, mini-fridge, coffee maker with coffee, iron & ironing board, clock radio/CD player, telephone, flat screen television, personal safe, daily housekeeping, and 2 110v outlets. 322 sq ft w/ 53 sq ft balcony. (OVMID) (Category: B) |
$2,999.00 | $2,299.00 |
| Deluxe Ocean View Your deluxe oceanview room is on the 2nd Floor for a better view of the water. Your well-appointed room includes a bottle of water replenished every day and mini bar restocked daily, robes, slippers, Damana bath products, nightly turn down service and a small fruit basket upon arrival. Your room features a bathroom with shower and complimentary shampoo, conditioner and soaps, individual air-conditioning, hair dryer, mini-fridge, coffee maker with coffee, iron & ironing board, clock radio/CD player, telephone, flat screen television, personal safe, daily housekeeping, and 2 110v outlets. 322 sq ft w/ 53 sq ft balcony. (OVMID) (Category: B+) |
$3,299.00 | $2,499.00 |
| Oceanfront Your beautifully-appointed oceanfront room has bottled water replenished every day, a mini bar restocked daily, robes, slippers, Damana bath products, nightly turn down service and a small fruit basket upon arrival. Your room features a bathroom with shower, complimentary shampoo, conditioner and soaps, individual air-conditioning, hair dryer, mini-fridge, coffee maker with coffee, iron & ironing board, clock radio/CD player, telephone, Flat screen television, personal safe, daily housekeeping, one bottle of water daily, and 2 110v outlets. 322 sq ft w/ 53 sq ft balcony. (OVMID) (Category: A) |
$3,699.00 | $2,799.00 |
| Deluxe Oceanfront This deluxe oceanfront room is on the 2nd Floor for a great view of the water. This deluxe oceanfront room is on the 2nd floor for a great view. Your beautifully-appointed room has bottled water replenished every day, a mini bar restocked daily, robes, slippers, Damana bath products, nightly turn down service and a small fruit basket upon arrival. Your room features a bathroom with shower, complimentary shampoo, conditioner and soaps, individual air-conditioning, hair dryer, mini-fridge, coffee maker with coffee, iron & ironing board, clock radio/CD player, telephone, Flat screen television, personal safe, daily housekeeping, one bottle of water daily, and 2 110v outlets. 322 sq ft w/ 53 sq ft balcony. (SCHI) (Category: A+) |
$3,899.00 | $2,999.00 |
**Since space is limited, availability is subject to change. We will confirm exact availability when we confirm your reservation.
Before Your Trip
What’s included and what’s not
The price of your trip includes seven nights of accommodation, Olivia’s signature evening entertainment, all meals, in-room mini bars, all soft drinks, most alcoholic beverages, and most activities. Round trip transfers to/from the airport are included when you purchase Olivia’s charter air flight to the island.
The price of your trip does not include your domestic airfare, charter flight, insurance, excursions, some activities, Champagne and premium alcohols. NDA charges are not included in the price of the trip but have already been added to your reservation as reflected on your invoice.
Travel documentation and identification
You will need a passport that is valid for six months past the date of the trip. If you are not a US citizen, please check with both your country’s consulate to make sure that you do not need an entry visa or other additional documentation.
Vaccinations
Please check with your local Public Heath Department or personal physician regarding immunization requirements for all countries on your itinerary. You may also check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Web site at: www.cdc.gov. Just click on “Traveler’s Health” and then “Vaccinations.”
Travel insurance
Ask us about travel insurance when booking, and we’d be happy to assist finding an affordable policy to cover your needs.
Joining the Olivia.com trip group
If you’d like to chat with people who are going on the trip, sign up for the official Olivia trip group.
About Our Destination
Climate
During the time we’ll be visiting, the temperatures typically range from a low of 71 to a high of 84 degrees.
Currency
The local currency is the Bahamian Dollar. US currency is also accepted.
Languages
English
Time Zone
Columbus Isle is on the same time as the East Coast of the US (EST). It is 3 hours ahead of the West Coast (PST).
Travel and arrival
Where to fly into/out of
You will need to fly into and out of Cockburn Town/San Salvador Island (ZSA). Olivia’s charter flight information will be available soon; please check back before booking your other air segments.
Luggage allowances
While there is no luggage limit at the resort, airlines often restrict (or charge) for excess baggage. Because each airline is different, and the regulations change over time, please check with your airline for baggage allowances.
Getting to the resort
Roundtrip tranfers to/from the airport are included when you purchase Olivia’s charter air flight to the island. More specific information will be sent in your final informational package. The airport is approximately 1 mile or 2 minutes driving time from the resort.
Check in
Check in is after 3PM on October 16, 2010.
During your trip
Amenities
Resort amenities include: 3 restaurants, 2 bars, a juice bar, a pool, and activities such as fitness classes, tennis, water aerobics, volleyball, and water polo.
In-room amenities include: bathroom with shower, air-conditioning, hair dryer, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, clock radio/CD player, telephone, 27 inch flat-screen TV, and a safe. Oceanfront and Oceanview rooms also include deluxe linens & toiletries, bathrobes & slippers, turndown service, priority housekeeping, and a mini fridge.
Dining
Seating policy
Meals are open seating. We will have a special solos dining area.
Restaurants
There are 3 restaurants at the resort.
Electricity
The rooms have 110 volt electricity, which is the same as the US.
Excursions
Excursions will include scuba, a lagoon tour, and an island tour. These must be booked at the resort and there is an extra charge for these excursions.
Gratuities
Gratuities are included in the cost of the trip.
Internet/e-mail/fax
WiFi and Internet kiosks are available for a fee.
Laundry and dry cleaning
Laundry and dry cleaning are available for a fee.
Medical services
Medical services are available for a fee.
Money: Paying for things at the resort
Upon arrival, you can arrange for your room key to link to the credit card you have on file with the resort. You can then use your key to bill services and purchases during your stay.
Phone
Each room has a phone. There is an additional fee to use this phone; please check your final informational packet for details.
Smoking policy
Public indoor spaces are non-smoking areas. Designated outdoor smoking areas are available.
Spa services
There is a spa onsite. Massages and other services are available for a fee.
Solo travelers
We will have a solos program at the resort, including a solos dining area at dinner and activities all week long.
After your Trip
Check out time
Check out is 11:00 AM on October 23, 2010.
Transfers to the airport
Roundtrip tranfers to/from the airport are included when you purchase Olivia’s charter air flight to the island. More information will be provided in your email packet closer to the trip date.
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