Banyan Tree Bintan, the award-winning luxury resort and spa operator, today unveiled an exclusive and exciting �Spa Bliss� Package that promises even more reason to take that well-deserved break. This package, valid until 31 October 2005, is available to guests who stay a minimum of two nights.

Ideally located along Tanjong Said Bay on the north-western tip of resort island Bintan, Indonesia, Banyan Tree Bintan is 45 minutes away from Singapore by high-speed catamaran, followed by a 10-minute drive.

Spa Bliss Package The highlight of this exclusive package is a choice of a relaxing 90-minute massage or body conditioner session per person per stay and includes a special 30-minute lesson on the �Basic Steps of Massage� for couples by a Banyan Tree Spa therapist. In addition, guests can enjoy 20% off massage treatments at the renowned Banyan Tree Spa.

Guests choose from a selection of massages to suit their preferences, be it a gentle massage that uses Aloe Vera to nourish sun-burnt skin or an oil-free massage that improves blood circulation and relieves tired muscles. Banyan Tree Spa's invigorating therapies embrace the most effective European and Asian techniques, including Swedish, Lomi Lomi, Indonesian and Thai strokes.

The Spa Bliss package begins at US$ 495+++ per villa per night and guests have a choice of staying in a Seaview Pool Villa, Bayfront Jacuzzi Villa or Jacuzzi Villa On-The Rocks. Alternatively, families or larger groups may opt for the spacious two-bedroom Seaview Pool Villa. More information can be found at www.banyantree.com/hotdeals/bintan_spabliss.htm.

The Spa Bliss experience also includes daily in-villa breakfast, a special gift from Banyan Tree Gallery, welcome drink upon arrival, a complimentary fruit platter, return transfers between the ferry terminal and hotel, and complimentary express clearance upon arrival and departure at Bintan Ferry Terminal.

Banyan Tree Bintan Facilities Whilst at Banyan Tree Bintan, guests have a wide range of activities to choose from. Recreational and sea sports facilities are complemented by the 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course at the Banyan Tree Golf Club.

Banyan Tree Bintan comprises 70 beautiful villas modelled on traditional Balinese architecture, designed and decorated with a local flavour. Each villa is raised on stilts, perched on hillsides with stunning views of the bay below.

For reservations, please email reservations@banyantree.com or call Banyan Tree at +65 6849 5800 or visit www.banyantree.com. Rates are subject to change without notice.

About Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts Banyan Tree offers an intimate retreat experience featuring its own signature blend of romance and Asian sensuality. The philosophy behind the hotels, resorts, spas and galleries is based on providing a place for rejuvenation of the body, mind and soul � a Sanctuary for the Senses. Banyan Tree resorts are located in Phuket, Thailand (1994), Maldives Vabbinfaru (1995), Bintan, Indonesia (1995), Bangkok, Thailand (2002) and Seychelles (2002). Flagship Banyan Tree Phuket was the first to introduce a tropical garden spa concept.

For further information please contact: Group Communications Department

Simone Chen, Deputy Director T +65 6849 5875 simone.chen@banyantree.com

Yvette Tee, Manager T +65 6849 5816 yvette.tee@banyantree.com

Linda Lee, Executive T +65 6849 5748 linda.lee@banyantree.com