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Barbuda Beach Resort: For Wealthy Snowbirds

Where: Palmetto Point, Bermuda

Sure we are in the midst of a glorious autumn here on the east coast, but mark our words winter is coming, and coming fast. Now is the time to scope out your warm weather options for the depths of winter. The Caribbean is always on the top of most snowbirds list, but the trick for those with disposable income is finding a Caribbean resort that is relevant, yet sparsely populated.  The last thing someone with a budget of $500 plus a night wants to do is spend his or her vacation with all their neighbors from the Jersey suburbs.  So where do you go? If you have the cash, always go prop plane. A prop plane ride should help get you that elusive vacation privacy.

Barbuda is a spec of an island that almost sounds like a mispronunciation of Barbados and Aruba (that should help throw the snowbirds off your trail).  An undeveloped sanctuary, Barbuda is a 20 minute prop plane from Antigua, and once you get there, head towards Palmetto Point where the 21 suite Beach House Barbuda is situated.

The Beach House is dubbed as a "beach boutique", and boasts spacious bathrooms, private decked terraces, and your own "Ambassador" who will serve as your private butler throughout the trip.  Rumor is, this resort even issues cell phones to guests so guests can get in touch with guest services at any time.  With service at your beck and call who needs tv, phones, or even the Internet (shocked we would say such a thing, we know).

What do you do all day at a sanctuary like the Beach House Barbuda?  Absolutely nothing.  Sure, sure, you can read all about the bird watching, scuba diving, and sailing you want, but the bottom line is most folks do nothing at a place like the Beach House, and there is nothing wrong with that.

Prop flight, daily breakfast, and Oceanfront Suites are going to run you ~$600.  Better make sure you clear some room on the old credit card before booking.

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