Great Escape
Discovering a fab family holiday
experience just 50km from Singapore.Telunas Resorts comprises two
sister properties in Indonesia’s
Riau Islands, south of Batam.
Singapore-based TAMMY
HENRY recently visited
the more upscale Telunas
Private Island with husband
Rob and daughter Maeve.
What was your fi rst impression of Telunas?
I felt like I’d finally made it to the Maldives without
having to sell a kidney!
What were three things you liked most
about your holiday there?
#1 The overwater villas: We were able to open all
the doors and windows and have the fan on, while
not getting savaged by mozzies or sandflies.
#2 The staff: Nothing was too much trouble and
they put together a beautiful birthday celebration
for my daughter, which included a birthday cake
and the entire resort singing “Happy Birthday”.
#3 Having the pool, beach and bar so close
together: Apart from it being super easy for me to
chill out (especially as I had a fractured shoulder
at the time), it meant that I could let my daughter
roam free while knowing she was safe.
What did your child enjoy most about the
stay?
Jumping off the jetty, making new friends and
spending all day, every day at the pool or on the
beach. And how could I not mention Roy, who
amazed us with his magic tricks and even taught
Maeve a few?What was your happiest moment at
Telunas?
Sitting out the back of the villa, watching the moon
reflected in the sea – pure magic.For bookings or more information,
email [email protected] or visit
telunasresorts.com.CITY GUIDE 2018 237RECHARGE & UNWIND