Round Hill, JAMAICA
Airing Date: Apr 28th, 2003
Round Hill has been a popular playground for the world's top celebrities for over 50 years.
Round Hill offers absolute luxury set within the stunning tropical surrounds that Jamaica is famous for. This resort takes you away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life - or, for its celebrity customers, the relentless paparazzi and the world of showbiz.
Many of the big names choose to holiday at Round Hill, including Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Michael Douglas and even Joan Collins. In fact, celebrities love the place so much that many of them have even bought a slice of it.
Each villa at Round Hill is owned by someone rich or famous, and when the owners aren't holidaying here themselves, the villas are rented out to the public. Guests have a choice of two types of accommodation. There are 27 cosy villas available to rent, formerly owned by legends like Paul Newman and Bing Crosby. A cheaper alternative is a room at Round Hill's Pineapple House Hotel.
So why is Round Hill such a celebrity magnet? The resort's basic philosophy is that if you're here you obviously have money, so they're no need to flaunt it. Instead, all guests - even the incredibly famous ones - are encouraged to just relax, unwind and leave the pretensions at the door.
Round Hill offers plenty of activities for guests. At the gazebo you can indulge in a sunset massage or a candlelit dinner listening to the soothing waves. There's a fresh water pool by the Caribbean Sea, a private beach offering a fully equipped water sports centre, and even five tennis courts.
A popular event is Round's Hill weekly beach party, where you can enjoy a beachside buffet, bonfire and band. The beach party also provides a great opportunity to mingle with other guests - and you never know who that might be.
The facts:
Thru Jetset Qantas will get you to LA, and then American Airlines can fly you to Montego Bay. Prices start from $3192 ex west coast and $3738 ex east coast.
Jetset
Tel: 13 63 83
Two bedroom villas start from $1254. Joan's villa costs $2153 dollars per night. Rooms in the Pineapple House start from $440 a night.
Round Hill
Tel: 0011 1(800) 972 2159
Caribbean Destinations
Tel: 03 9614 7144
Jamaica Tourism Board
Tel: 0011 1 876 929 9200
