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A New Dawn
By JUSTINE AMODEO
At Aurora Anguilla resort & golf club, a multimillion-dollar renovation has created a Caribbean paradise that is elegant, refined and playful.
In Latin, Aurora translates to dawn while in Roman mythology and Latin poetry, it represents the goddess of dawn. And now today, in Anguilla, a new dawn shines upon a storied property that has fresh life under the ownership of a renowned businessman and philanthropist.
Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club is a freshly crafted Caribbean paradise created for the most discerning travelers. Set on the idyllic white beaches of Rendezvous Bay, the 300-acre property is owned by Richard M. Schulze, the founder of Best Buy. Following a multimillion-dollar renovation, Aurora Anguilla formally opened in 2022 to international acclaim.
Lounging by the Pool
Surrounded by turquoise waters and the shimmering sunsets of the island, Aurora spuna over 300 acres and has two distinct resort areas: Rendezvour Bay offers a quieter pace and the property's signature reflection pool, while Merrywing Bay is home to the resort's stunning new amphitheater and activity park.
The resort's luxurious and spacious accommodations include ocean view Island Suites with wrap-around terraces and private Jacuzzis. For larger groups or families, the resort abo has three and five-bedroom villas, as well as private 6,300-square-fert Estate Homes which include a dedicated butler and private pool.
The resort features six stellar restaurants, including D Richard's, which is the island's only steakhouse, and the famed Tokyo Bay Japanese restaurant. All the dining outlets are served by the resort's own Farm, which features two hydroponic greenhouses.
And, of course, it offers a beautiful, 27,000-square-foot spa, and the island's only golf experience: the stunning 18-hole International Course, recently re-designed by Greg Norman and a new nine-hole short course called Avalon Links, also a Norman design.
AURORA ANGUILLA AIR CHARTER SERVICE
Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club launched its Air Charter Service in December 2022. Available as a travel option to and from the resort, they depart from both Westchester County Airport in New York and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport in Florida and arrive in Anguilla at Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport. Utilizing commercial jets purchased by Aurora Anguilla owner Richard M. Schulze, this unique program from both destinations provides extraordinary convenience and flexibility for guests visiting Anguilla.
To learn more about the air charter program page, please visit: https://www.auroraanguilla.com/getting-here/#flights
Food and Views
Along The Beach
BANKIE BANX'S THE DUNE PRESERVE
No visit to Anguilla is complete without stopping by The Dune Preserve, a cultural landmark of western Anguilla just steps from Aurora Anguilla's Rendezvous Bay suites. For years people have associated Anguilla's famous reggae artist, Bankie Banx, with his seaside spot, a rickety beach bar refitted with hanging boats and pieces of wood that sprawling across the beautiful white sand of Rendezvous Bay. Peppered with fun trinkets and treasures from the Caribbean Sea and all over the world, The Dune Preserve serves up excellent drinks and entertains with exceptional funky live reggae tunes. The Dune is also home to Bankie Banx's annual Moonsplash Festival, and a line of unique homemade rums. Bankie Banx himself performs on Wednesday nights (starting at 9:45 p.m.) and his son Omari Banks often takes to the stage as well.
AVALON LINKS
Launched in November 2022, Avalon Links is a nine-hole layout that complements the resort's recently re-mastered International Course. This world-class short course, designed by Greg Norman, features eight par three holes and one par four, and offers panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. The course unfolds with a variety of shot angles, distances, and carefully integrated design elements to make it playable and fun for accomplished and novice golfers alike.
AURORA INTERNATIONAL COURSE
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