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PONTA
DOS
GANCHOS
a slice of paradise
Ponta dos Ganchos
Resort, Brazil
Tucked away in a picturesque cove in Brazil’s
southern region of Santa Catarina lies a slice
of paradise. Almost a well-kept secret, Ponta
dos Ganchos Resort is an exclusive oasis defined by its understated luxury, serene natural
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setting, sumptuous culinary offerings and exceptional service.
But there is so much more to experience at this award-winning
Relais & Châteaux property.
Located only thirty miles from the Florianopolis International
Airport and accessible from both Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo,
with fifty-five and ninety minute flights respectively, Ponta dos
Ganchos is an ideal destination for both a honeymoon or a
destination wedding. While the honeymoon lends itself to postwedding bliss and relaxation (and the property certainly offers
that), it also offers the infrastructure to host an intimate ceremony and reception—private island included. Either choice would
reveal the well thought-out philosophy of hospitality, service and
unpretentious luxury that distinguishes the experience.
In perfect harmony with the area’s abundant natural beauty,
the resort with its twenty-five meticulously appointed bungalows—ranging from 860 to 3,210 square feet—is built around
its natural elements instead of intruding upon them. An unmistakable aura of tranquility infuses the senses accompanied by
the smell of ocean, the sound of birds and the refreshing breeze
flowing through towering bamboo trees. Nature trails that lead
to discreet outposts with panoramic views of the bay provide a
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In addition to always having new options on the menu and
an impressive wine selection, guests can make special requests
any time and enjoy what they want, prepared how they want
it, served where ever they choose, being in the restaurant, their
room, the beach or better yet arrange for a romantic candlelight
dinner on the resort’s private island. The idyllic setting of the
Cantinho da Veleza area where lunch is often served, features
an outdoor grill with tables under the thick shade of trees that
overlook the deep blue of the ocean.
To further indulge, either before, during or after an exhausting day of relaxation, the resort’s Wellbeing Center offers a wide
range of selections such as single or couple’s massages, Dior,
facial and body spa treatments in an outdoor private setting.
An array of activities will satisfy anyone’s appetite. On property, there are culinary courses with the chef, an outdoor movie
theatre, fitness center and a clay tennis court.
Venture off property and there are organized tours to the city
of Florianopólis with upscale shopping, (or a helicopter tour
over Florianópolis Island), local distilleries, the picturesque
Azorean village Ribeirão da Ilha and boat trips to the local oyster beds. Horseback riding, paragliding at Santo Amaro da
Imperatriz, windsurfing, sailing and even whale watching between June and November are also popular choices. Campeche
Island, with its Atlantic rainforest and emerald-green waters
ideal for snorkeling, is a great place to visit on a day trip.
As the romantic honeymoon may approach its end, couples
will certainly have many reasons to plan their next visit to their
newfound slice of paradise.
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sense of adventure. The white-sand, private beach is a perfect
accompaniment to the setting and provides a relaxation haven.
Guests can flirt with the warm rays of the sun, take a dip in the
cool, pristine ocean water or take a stroll around the picturesque
bay on complimentary kayaks and paddle boards.
When it comes to culinary offerings, being breakfast, lunch or
dinner, Ponta dos Ganchos has perfected the art of dining. Under
the creative talent of head chef Luis Salvajoli, menus change
daily based on what is available from local food purveyors. Most
of the produce comes from the on-property organic garden.
The nearby fishing villages are a source for the freshest seafood
including oysters—a specialty of the region.
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