The personal touch begins with the telephone call as vacationers looking to book a stay at Lighthouse Bay Resort in Barbuda will speak directly with local staff of the on-island resort team when they call the hotel’s toll-free phone number.

General Manager Terrence Linton notes that “While call centers may work for some larger resorts, the intimacy of our nine-suite property demands personal contact with each guest.”

Situated on its own private on a stretch between 17 miles of beach and the Caribbean to the front and Codrington Lagoon to the rear, privacy is guaranteed as the property is accessible only via SVG (St. Vincent and The Grenadines) Airlines or helicopter.

Guests enjoy pampering and comfort with virtually no interruptions. Room amenities allow guests to feel “plugged in” despite their remote location with flat-screen satellite televisions, iPod alarm clock CD players, complimentary international telephone calls, personal laptops and iPads for guest use, and Wi-Fi connection.

Complimentary laundry service is available too.

At Lighthouse Bay, guests enjoy all meals and drinks as well as use of a private freshwater pool.

Nightly rates start at 9 per room per night November 1 through December 17, 2011.

Transfers between Antigua and Barbuda can be arranged however are not included in nightly rates. Additionally, the resort’s concierge staff can arrange various activities.

Fees vary according to activity provided by local vendors.

Lighthouse Bay, www.lighthousebayresort.com