SYDNEY – 15 May 2015: Two months on from the destruction of Cyclone Pam and the sun is shining brightly once again in Vanuatu, particularly on the unharmed island of Espiritu Santo where people are waiting with open arms to welcome Australian tourists back to their white sandy shores.

It's never been a better time to visit the tropical island with the following deals making it easy and affordable to ensure #YourHolidayHelps Vanuatu.

Moyyan, House by the Sea from AUD$1,540PP

Moyyan, an architect designed, boutique hotel is located on the edge of a sheltered white sand beach on the beautiful island of Espiritu Santo. The hotel is offering guests the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation with a five-night stay coupled with two 30-minute massages. The package includes:

• Return airfares to Espiritu Santo
• Five nights in a Garden Fare
• Breakfast daily
• Two 30 minute massages
• Use of all resort equipment
• Complimentary WiFi (in rooms and public areas)
• Book by 19 June, 2015
• Valid for travel from 1 April, 2015 to 26 March, 2016

To book visit: www.airvanuatu.com/home/accommodation/moyyan-house-hot-offer.aspx

Ratua Private Island Resort from AUD$1,560PP

Discover a unique and authentic eco-lodge experience on Espiritu Santo with a stay on the idyllic island of Ratua. The private island has three villages each with 15 villa-style homes and is also home to the Yacht Club, providing a social hub with plenty of water–based activities. The package includes:

• Return airfares to Espiritu Santo
• Five nights in a Deluxe Villa
• Breakfast daily
• Two 30 minute massages
• Turtle Island Sunset Cruise
• Book by 19 June, 2015
• Valid for travel from 1 April, 2015 to 23 March, 2016

To book visit: www.airvanuatu.com/home/accommodation/ratua-private-island-hot-offer.aspx 

Island Getaway from AUD$1,070

Village de Santo and Restaurant 1606 is a village within a village, offering guests semi self-contained suites surrounded by lush tropical gardens and each with a private decking area overlooking the pool. The package includes:

• Return airfares to Espiritu Santo
• Return airport transfers on Espiritu Santo
• Five nights in a Deluxe Suite, twin share at Village de Santo
• Breakfast daily
• Book by 19 June, 2015
• Valid for travel from 1 April, 2015 to 23 March, 2016

To book visit: www.hootholidays.com.au/Vanuatu/Santo/Village-de-Santo/Island-Getaway

 Aore Island Resort from AUD$1,039pp

Set on a private tropical island, Aore Island Resort is a beachfront resort offering guests a secluded getaway just 15 minutes by ferry from the town of Luganville. Guests can choose to relax around the luxurious swimming pool or explore the crystal clear waters which are home to a coral reef rich with marine life and great dive sites. The package includes:

• Return airfares to Espiritu Santo
• Return airport transfers on Espiritu Santo (bus and boat)
• Five nights in a Studio Garden Bungalow
• Breakfast daily
• One 30 minute massage
• Book by 30 May, 2015 (quote: 139763)
• Valid for travel on 17 Sept and 30 Sept to 13 December, 2015

To book visit: www.spacificatravel.com/specialsdetails.php?specialid=1812&id=4

7 nights island discovery family package from AUD$2325/adult, AUD$355/child

Located 30 minutes by boat from Espiritu Santo, Ratua Private Island Resort is unique and luxurious. The 59 hectare island is home to 15 romantic bicentennial Indonesian-style villas, each with direct beach access. Discover the island with five relaxing nights at the resort, taking in a turtle island sunset cruise and exploring the surrounding waters which are perfect for snorkelling and diving. The package includes:

• Return airfares to Port Vila and Espiritu Santo
• Five nights at Ratua Private Island Resort
• Two nights at Warwick le Lagon
• Breakfast daily
• Turtle Island Sunset Cruise
• Kids stay, play and eat free
• Book by 31 May, 2015 (subject to availability)
• Valid for travel from 13 July to 17 September, 2015 and 30 September to 15 October, 2015

To book visit: www.helloworld.com.au/instore/deal/island-discovery-family-package

In addition to these travel packages, which are designed to help encourage Australians back to Vanuatu, the Vanuatu Tourism Office (VTO) has also launched the #YourHolidayHelps campaign which suggests three simple ways Australians can help Vanuatu: 

POST any photos of previous Vanuatu experiences on personal social media profiles using the hashtags #YourHolidayHelps #DiscoverVanuatu

BOOK a holiday to Vanuatu and help ensure the full circle of recovery is complete 

SHARE holiday stories and pictures far and wide and encourage friends, families and colleagues to book their next holiday to Vanuatu

For more information on Vanuatu visit www.discovervanuatu.com.au and for travel agents visit www.vanuatuspecialists.com.au

#YourHolidayHelps #DiscoverVanuatu

Facebook – www.facebook.com/VanuatuAus

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Media contacts:

Chloe Herrick, PR Account Executive
GTI Tourism on behalf of Vanuatu Tourism Office
chloe.herrick@gtitourism.com.au / +61 (0) 2 9028 3591

Naomi Joyce, PR Account Manager
GTI Tourism on behalf of Vanuatu Tourism Office
naomi.joyce@gtitourism.com.au / +61 (0) 2 9028 3592