March 2015
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importantly to the rum shops to drink with
locals and understand what liming is!”
As winners of the 2014 TripAdvisor Certifi-
cate of Excellence, the Colony Club’s con-
tinually commitment to improvements and
upgrades to the property - including the re-
cent refurbishment of their rooms and main
areas shows the level of detail that goes into
enhancing the experience for both repeat
and new visitors.
“The new concept focuses on relaxation, re-
storing mind and body, healthy eating, to-
getherness and minimizing impact on the lo-
cal environment. Muted decor, soft lighting,
natural wood and earthy tones convey the
relaxed old-world feel of the property, which
are accentuated by splashes of vivid color for
a truly Barbadian vibe,” Scholey said.
Visual aesthetics aside, the true impact of a
flawless hospitality experience remains the
human element – something that Scholey
and her team take very seriously.
“Our general manager Gayle Talma leads by
example. She has a very strong and warm
team at Colony Club who all genuinely want
to make their guests’ stay as memorable and
enjoyable as possible so they always go that
extra mile to make it special,” she said.
“Whether that is a special picnic for return-
ing couples to simply remembering their
favorite cocktail at the bar, there are lots of
personal touches that keep people coming
back to Colony Club. Since the refurbish-
ment, the resort has never looked better and
the staff is even more proud of their resort
and it certainly shows in the way they care
for our guests.”
Stimulated and nurtured by its rich history
and reputation, the Colony Club’s individ-
ual personality sets itself apart from other
