Angsana Resort & Spa Bintan turns five on 1 June 2005, and guests who celebrate with the resort enjoy all the presents.

Holidaymakers checking into the resort from 6 May to 30 September 2005 will enjoy the High 5 Celebration package, and receive a 50% saving on published rates on all room and suite categories. For reservations of minimum 2 consecutive nights from Sunday to Friday, the special rates for extension night (2nd night onwards) start from US$50++ for a Superior or Deluxe room to US$100++ for a Two-Bedroom Suite or Angsana Suite. This offer is not applicable on Singapore�s eve of public holidays and public holidays.

To encourage early reservations, all guests who confirm their reservations with payment by 20 May 2005 will enjoy: � An exquisite Angsana Gallery gift � Complimentary land transfers in Bintan � One-time buffet breakfast for two persons (Superior/Deluxe Room and 1-Bedroom Suite) or four persons (2-Bedroom Suite or Angsana Suite) � Spa aficionados who make advance reservations for a la carte massage sessions at the Angsana Spa enjoy 30% savings � A 20% saving will be extended for food and beverage consumption at the resort�s Lotus Caf� � Unlimited golfing at Laguna Bintan Golf Course at green fee of US$30++ per room or suite (maximum 2 persons)

For details of the promotion, look up http://www.angsana.com/bintan/promotion/hi5.htm.

Ideal Island Escape Located on picturesque Tanjung Said Bay, Indonesia, just 45 minutes from Singapore by high-speed catamaran, Angsana Bintan promises an idyllic holiday in a stylish resort, close by to rustic villages and pristine white beaches.Featuring 120 rooms with spectacular balcony views across the South China Sea, each room is fully equipped with a television, mini-bar, personal safe, hairdryer, coffee and tea making facilities. The Suites also come with a fully equipped kitchenette.

Pampering Touch The signature Angsana Spa provides the ideal sanctuary to relax. Guests can opt to enjoy their treatments either in air-conditioned rooms or the open-air, sheltered rooftop spa pavilions - both with spectacular views of the resort�s natural surroundings. The Spa�s unique blend of treatments like invigorating massages, luxurious body treatments and refreshing facials all use natural ingredients like native flowers, herbs, fruits and spices.

Make Time For Play With the resort�s wide variety of recreational facilities, there is something for everyone. Water sports enthusiasts will delight in the huge array of aqua-activities like snorkelling, diving, canoeing, wakeboarding and water-skiing. Experienced sailors can rent the centre�s catamaran for offshore excursions or fishing trips. The marine centre also runs a Windsurfing Clinic where beginners can learn the basics in a fun and easy way with the help of an on-land simulator. For golf-lovers, tee off at the 18-hole championship golf course designed by golf professional, Greg Norman.

Rates & Reservations Published rates start from US$190++ for a Superior room. To enjoy this promotion, guests must make their reservations online at www.angsana.com, call the Singapore Sales Office at +65 6849 5788, or email reservations@angsana.com to make their reservations.

Terms and conditions apply, rates are subject to change without prior notice.

About Angsana Resorts & Spas Launched in 2000, Angsana is the sister brand of Banyan Tree, inspired by the exotic Angsana Tree noted for its crown of golden flowers.

Angsana resorts are designed as contemporary, chic and vibrant retreats to live life spontaneously and sense the moment. Angsana resorts are found in Bintan, Indonesia (2000), Great Barrier Reef, Australia (2000), Bangalore, India (2001) and Maldives Ihuru (2001).

In 2003, Colours of Angsana joined the Angsana porfolio. This boutique hotel collection appeals to the soft adventurer and cultural tourism sector. The current hotels are Gyalthang Dzong (Shangri-La, China), Deer Park Hotel (Giritale, Sri Lanka) and Maison Souvannaphoum (Luang Prabang, Laos).

For further information please contact: Group Communications Department Simone Chen, Deputy Director T +65 6849 5875, E: simone.chen@banyantree.com

Lau Foong Yee, Assistant Manager T +65 6849 5851, E: lau.foongyee@angsana.com

Byron Ho, Executive T +65 6849 5850, E: byron.ho@angsana.com