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VIETNAM - DISCOVER SOUTH EAST ASIA’S BEST KEPT SECRET WITH KARMA

Hoi An, Vietnam

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

KARMA - A HARDY PERENNIAL

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rganic is a word we like to use when describing the way the Karma Group has developed over the years. Wholly owned and debt free, our global growth has been driven by a passion for new destinations, new experiences and the enjoyment of the finer things in life. But if our global expansion has always been organic, it has also been fast not unlike the turbo-charged growth of the bamboo plants that feature in many of our resorts. 2016 has been no exception. The most recent edition to the Karma collection is Karma Cây Tre, a tranquil retreat in Vietnam’s cultural heartland. Vietnam has long been on our radar as a potential Karma destination, with its fascinating history, world famous culinary offerings and iconic landscapes - think precipitous peaks drenched in jungle, palm fringed beaches and stepped rice paddies. Now we invite you to experience it yourself. A world away but no less engrossing is Carcassonne, a world heritage treasure

in the heart of the French countryside. This is the location for a brand new Karma property that is on the cusp of opening...more will be revealed very soon. They say a picture speaks a thousand words - so we thought the best way to present you our unique variety of destination experiences in Asia and Europe was with a collage - we hope these images will inspire you to think about your next holiday, be it holiday season among the snowy peaks of the Bavarian Alps or the aquamarine waters of Indonesia! Featured inside an exhilarating new project for all our members and one that’s particularly close to my heart. Some of you may know that I started out in pop music, trying my hand at managing. I’ve maintained many of my contacts in the industry and in a happy marriage of hospitality and rock n roll, Karma is embarking on a brand new project with the Sanctum Hotel Group, run by my old friend John Fuller.

We’re planning to open a collection of rock themed hotels around the world bringing an exciting new dimension to the Karma Royal portfolio. We love to bring our members exclusives, and one of the ways we do this is through invitations and offers for special events, gatherings and parties. For example, we recently took on the exclusive Stokes & Moncreiff Bar & Club - a favourite haunt of Rugby legends past and present. We have special packages to watch England v Australia and England v South Africa in November and December. Read a member’s account of the England v Ireland match on page 8 and if you’d like to head to Twickenham in November, just contact your Karma Concierge. We wrap up with more event reviews, guest testimonials, giving you the most important perspective on Karma - the one from you, the members. It’s been another stellar year for Karma I’d like to thank the Karma family around

the globe - our loyal and dedicated staff, you our members and guests and our many close collaborators. May your end of year be filled with new places, new friends and new experiences.

John Spence

Chairman, Karma Group

LATEST ADDITION: KARMA OPENS EXCITING NEW PROPERTY IN VIETNAM

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arma Cây Tre, the latest stunning addition to the acclaimed Karma collection of resorts is located in Vietnam’s cultural heartland in the historic town of Hoi An, part of a narrow stretch of coastline sandwiched between Cambodia and the South China Sea that plays host to some of the country’s most famous landmarks. Meanwhile the whole region is a tapestry of picture perfect beaches, ancient temples and rolling countryside with endless delights to stumble upon. Karma Cây Tre itself is a tranquil riverside retreat offering spacious suites set in expansive tropical gardens. The resort boasts a lap pool and restaurant serving both local and international cuisine.

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oi An itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its historically important architecture that dates from the 15th to 19th century with local, Chinese and colonial French influences. Its culinary offerings are also not to be missed for they include a huge variety of dishes with both Vietnamese and Chinese influences – from classics such as Goi Cuon spring rolls to crunchy fried crab cakes to delicious black sesame pudding and the local specialty Cao Lao – a delicious medley of noodles and vegetables in rich pork broth.

Come discover South East Asia’s most exciting up and coming destination from one of the country’s finest resorts. Staying at Karma Resort Ca Tre in Hoi An made me feel like a princess. A warm welcome awaited my arrival.A breakfast to delight the tastebuds. The staff were very friendly and attentive. The units are set in a beautiful setting of tropical palms along the river. You could choose to do as little or for the adventurous, staff would outline a number of local attractions you could enjoy.The Ancient City of Hoi An and markets were all an easy pushbike ride away. Overall I would highly recommend this Karma Resort for a very enjoyable holiday. Cheers,

Testimonials

But don’t just take our word for it - check out some testimonials by some members who have already visited Karma Cây Tre at Hoi An...

Dear Ms. Pradnyani First of all, I would like to thanks all of the staff and manager of Karma Cay Tree Vietnam that we had one week holiday on mid September. We (me and my wife) had a great and relaxing holiday in Hoi An. We hv tried a lot of local food that was very delicious and tasty. Hoi an is a ancient town so if you come to this town you feel like the time was turning back about a century ago.. this city is a must visit place. Danang instead had a very nice beach along the street to Hoi An so you can choose either public beach such as An Bang beach (very nice white sand beach) or private beach.. Here are some of our pictures in Danang n Hoi An..

We would like to thank the company Karma Royal Group for the opportunity to have holidays in Vietnam! It was pleasure for us enjoying our apartment and area of the hotel. Everything is very clean and beautiful. The staff is always ready to help. Very sympathetic and good-natured people. Thanks to the company for the transfer. Special thanks for organizing a free trip to Cham island. My wife and I got a lot of unforgettable experiences. Many thanks for our unbelievable and unforgettable vacation! Best regards, Ramzis Iunusov

Regards, Herman Gunawan

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KARMA REEF AND CARCASSONNE GLAMPING

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ew things are more tempting than escaping to castaway luxury on a palm- fringed tropical island surrounded by the cerulean waters of the Indian Ocean. This is precisely what Karma Reef Gili Meno offers. Set on a tiny atoll between the islands of Bali and Lombok, Karma Reef is the epitome of barefoot luxury – a mix of five star villas and now glamping tents set on the edge of the beach with views that are all ocean! The tents are spacious and use a mix of fabric and local grasses woven together to create walls that are barely there, with wooden floors, woven matting and elegant furnishings - the perfect tropical shelter.

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arma Reef is also set up to deliver unforgettable events and group holidays - it’s hard to imagine a more perfect setting for a dream wedding and the resort is set up to handle all your bespoke needs for your nuptials - from catering to hair and make up to multimedia coverage and even yacht charters. There are countless activities to enjoy including world class diving, sea kayaking and thalassic spas.

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arcassonne is one of the jewels of France’s many famous destinations – second only to Paris in popularity. Its appeal is easily explained – a spectacular Medieval citadel that has been preserved in pristine condition, set on a hilltop with breathtaking vistas across classic rolling French countryside. It is here in this most Gallic of settings that the brand new Karma Carcassonne will open next year. To visit Carcassonne is to be transported to a different time – for the region’s importance

There are plans to continue to refine and expand Karma Reef over the coming months - watch this space for the latest news and great offers at our very own paradise island!

as a strategic stronghold dates back as far as 100BC, when the Romans built a fortress here. Today, it is one of France’s leading tourism destinations and you’ll find no shortage of shops, eateries and other attractions in the near vicinity – plus it is easy to get to wherever you are in Europe. … Odyssey members will soon be able to enjoy all the magic of Carcassonne from the luxurious confines of our stunning new resort…more to follow very soon!

FIND YOUR ROCK N ROLL INNER SANCTUM...

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e’re excited to announce a brand new collaboration with the Sanctum Hotel Group to develop a collection of rock-themed hotels around the world! These new properties will be strategically located in the coolest destinations – places like New York, London, Paris & Tokyo. As well as stylish bars, spas and clubs they will include facilities like recording studios and cinema screening rooms. The idea is that these are not just hotels for fans of rock, but for touring bands and musicians too. Karma Chairman John Spence is no stranger to the music industry, having managed some high profile UK pop outfits in a previous incarnation. Alongside Sanctum CEO Mark Fuller, he’ll be building an exciting new brand coupled with an über-exclusive membership club….Watch this space and get ready to rock out!

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COMING SOON!

ODYSSEY BRINGS YOU EVEN MORE OF CRETE

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rete has proved to be a hugely popular destination with members - which is hardly surprising, what with its unique position in classical history as one

of the foundations of western culture and civilization, not to mention its seeminly numberless picture postcard beaches and the extraordinary beauty of so much of the landscape. So we’re excited to announce that we’ll soon be opening our second property on the island, this time in Agios Nikolaos. The new property will introduce members to a slightly different side of the island - less remote with access to both modern and ancient aspects of Crete, sophistictated cuisine, boutique shopping and entertainment.

Agios Nikolaos and Mirabello Bay, Crete, Greece

Agios Nikolaos City and Voulismeni Lake, Crete, Greece

Agios Nikolaos City and Mediterranean Sea, Crete, Greece

FROM VIETNAM TO CAMBODIA

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has been a momentous year as we’ve expanded into one of the most exciting destinations in Southeast Asia - vietnam. Soon we

will be consolidating our offerings in this part of the world with a brand new resort in the country’s equally fascinating neighbour Cambodia. Closed to outsiders for many years, Cambodia is gradually opening up - so you get the best of both worlds, with a steady increase in tourism infrastructure but a real sense of untouched beauty. Cambodia is of course home to one of the world’s most legendary ruined kingdoms- Angkor Wat - a must do for any visitors to the country - but still just one aspect of a country richly endowed with history, culture and natural beauty.

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Elephant Riding in Bayon Temple, Cambodia

Karma Royal Candidasa, Bali, Indonesia

Royal Palace, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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Koh Rong Island, Cambodia

SRI LANKA’S ON OUR RADAR

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hen it comes to destination highlights, the little island nation of Sri Lanka punches well above its weight - which is why it’s very much on our radar.

It packs a whole lot of diversity into its 25,000 square miles - from tropical rainforests where tigers and elephants roam to dusty plains to great expanses of sugary white sand beaches - many of them perfect for surfing. Add to that a host of ancient cities and citadels, some dating back more than two millennia, a rich colonial history that’s visible in the architecture plus a boutique tourism indusry that’s gradually taking root and you’ll probably agree that Sri Lanka should be on your radar too!

Bentota Beach, Sri Lanka

Spice Food, Sri Lanka

Galle Fort, Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan Elephants

Kotmale Dam and Lakes, Sri Lanka

HAKUBA - DISCOVER JAPAN’S HIGHLANDS

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it the heights in Hakuba! A tiny village just outside the famous town of Nagano, Hakuba is your gateway to the snowy wonderland of Japan’s

famous Alpine region, which bisects the main island of Honshu. Besides being jaw droppingly beautiful, these mountains offer world class skiing and snowboarding - which is why we thought we’d better make it available to our members. More soon on our upcoming Hakuba property...

Happo-ike Pond, Hakuba, Japan

Hakuba Village In Winter, Japan

Skiing, Hakuba, Japan

The rich tapestry of Asia & the best of Europe From millennia old temples & soaring volcanoes to palm fringed beaches lapped by aquamarine waters, Karma brings Asia vividly to life. From Alpine peaks to Mediterranean beaches, Karma’s European adventure is not to be missed….

Ko Khao Phing Kan, Phuket, Thailand

Elephant Riding, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Hoian Ancient Town, Vietnam

Lantern Festival, Hoi An, Vietnam

Parasailing - Water Sports, Phuket, Thailand

Lake Schliersee, Bavaria, Germany

Skiing, Bavaria, Germany

Day Trip to Scilly, UK

Horse Riding, St. Martin’s, UK

Makrygialos, Crete, Greece

CretAquarium, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

WHERE IS YOUR

Dream Destination? TOLL-FREE NUMBERS:

Contact Odyssey for information on great special member offers!

AUSTRALIA - 1800 458 271 UK - 0800 949 6415

[email protected] NEW ZEALAND - 0800 456201 RUSSIA - 810 8002 8081012

+62 361 762 131 SINGAPORE - 0800 852 3310 GERMANY - 0800 183 3925

Providing a high quality membership service is a balancing act - it’s about offering a wealth of experiences, destinations and holiday options in a seamless way. Because planning a vacation shouldn’t stress you out! OUR SERVICES ARE FAR REACHING TO BE SURE

From Worldwide Bonus Weeks to our Worldwide Booking Engine From Cruise offerings to tours From flights to car hire We offer a truly 360 degree service via easy to use online systems and an emphasis on personal attention from our Odyssey staff.

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Across 2. Apart from Phuket, where is the other Karma Group property in Thailand? 4. What beach in Bali has dozens of fresh seafood restaurants? 6. Where is Karma St. Martin’s located? 7. What is the name of the Karma Group Chairman? Down 1. What is the name of our newest property in Vietnam? 3. Where was the first ever Karma Group property located? 5. How many Karma Group properties are throughout Europe?

WIN 7 FREE nights’ accommodation at Karma Cây Tre! Return the completed crossword to: [email protected] by December 31st 2016 for your chance to win 7 FREE nights’ accommodation at Karma Cây Tre.



Karma Group VIP Events Karma Group continues to strive in innovation in creating unique experiences to its members and owners that no other club membership has offered before. The Company more than ever continues to organise, endorse and promote local and international VIP Events and extend the opportunity to everyone in the Karma family to participate. Through this program Members and Owners are offered access to an ever increasing range of discounted & free tickets to sporting events, concerts, charity balls all courtesy of the Karma Group. The following are just a few of the events that have taken place during the 2nd Quarter of this year along with feedback given by some of those Members & Owners lucky enough to attend. Moving forwards there will be plenty more opportunities to participate in this program so please keep your eyes open for information being provided by E-mail, text messages or through Facebook.

Six Nations - England Vs Ireland 2016

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ur weekend kicked off in style, walking into the open planned lobby of the Novotel Hotel in Brentford, greeted by a very nice front desk manager who directed us to our room. This was, I have to say a very pleasant surprise, with built in TV and audio surround that could be linked to your phones and pads with ease, large comfy king size bed and a very nice bathroom with a gadget for the gents to play with turning the clear glass to misted glass in the shower room! Our Itinerary was waiting for us from the Karma Club Concierge team and it filled us with surprise and excitement.

smile on my face apart from the champagne was the pick n mix on the way to the match, nice little touch! A short brisk walk to Twickenham stadium, found our seats and the game started, seats were very good and the game not bad either, I’m English and my husband Irish, I will let you draw your own conclusions, but lets just say it was interesting to say the least! Back to Stokes and Moncreiff’s for a final drink and our chariots awaited to return us to

The 1st night we were met downstairs by Jos, Andy, Pippa and Steve (Karma) and then a couple more guests joined us for drinks and the evening meal. We had a lovely evening talking about everything and nothing and of course covering our thoughts on the game eagerly awaited by all. The food in the hotel was excellent, looking round the table the majority of us had the steak which was cooked to our liking and our hosts looked after us very well making sure there were no dry glasses. Breakfast is included in the deal and this was an excellent array of cold and hot food, something for everyone. Midday and the taxis were waiting outside to take us to Stokes and Moncreiff for the pre-match lunch. The start to our afternoon was great in atmosphere with talks from rugby players and a referee, autographs being signed, food and drink all included which was excellent and not being overly crowded allowing you to mingle and talk without being crushed. The thing that put a 8 www.odysseypremier.com |


the hotel. For us though the evening continued, we had lots to discuss and after spending a day and a night in such good company it would be a shame to retire to bed so early. The whole weekend we were all very much looked after and even when we did speak about the Karma Club there was no pressure or over the top sales spill, they respected we were on a very special weekend and were available to us as little or as much as you wanted. However the small chat we did have about the new concepts that the Karma group are moving into is very inspiring and we are looking forward to seeing what John Spence comes up with next, it will only get better as he has great vision. Oh I forgot to mention, he is a lovely chap, see photo of my husband and John Spence in Stokes and Moncreiff. Thank you all, Pippa for arranging the event, you did a great job and its not easy to please everyone, Jos and Andy, was lovely to meet you both and keeping us up to date and answering our questions and Steve for making sure we were all good and filling in any gaps. Great weekend and we will look forward to next year and becoming a fractional owner…. Kind regards, Mr. and Mrs. McGrath Members Since 2009

Ghost Musical

Western Force VS Brumbys enjoyed the show and appreciated Karma’s kind gesture to give them to us. We always enjoy our Odyssey/Royal holidays wherever we go and are coming to Bali Indonesia on June 3rd but wont be staying at Royal Jimbaran until June 11th 2016. We will be visiting you at the office Jessica with a small gift. Have attached photos - one of Ghost on the screen (because no-one was able to take photos at the production) and the other with Tom before the Show started with an actor. Many thanks again for your kindness as we had really good seats too.

Good morning Jessica, We just want to say a BIG THANK YOU for the 2 complimentary tickets you gave us to Ghost the Musical on Saturday night, the 21st May. We really

Hi Haley,

Kind regards,

Just like to thank you for the tickets. We had no problem picking them up. We really enjoyed the night out even though the Force lost.

Mr. and Mrs. Hawthorne Members Since 2010

Send some photos - My son-in-law Robbie and myself enjoying the game and a couple of the game.

Boobalicious It was a fantastic night, with wonderful entertainment, great food and a fantastic atmosphere. Overall an awesome experience! Watching the other guests bidding at the Auctions knowing that all money raised was going to Breast Cancer was really emotional for me, knowing people you loved are helped by complete strangers. WOW! Thank you, with much appreciation

Once again thank you and we would gladly go any time. Kind regards, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Members Since 2015

VIVA 7’s Competition

Kind regards, Hello Erly, Firstly I must say thank you for allowing us the opportunity to attend the Boobalicious event.

Black Sabbath Concert

Mr. and Mrs. Soulos Members Since 2014

Nathan Sharp Medal Dinner

Hi Jessica, Hi Jessica,

Hi Jess, Kate, Huw,

Feedback.

A couple of pics from the concert attached. Ossie Osborne was very entertaining!

Thanks for the opportunity on Saturday night.

So lovely of Karma to support this fun initiative. Had a really fun time with my family and the western force boys!

Thankyou for the kind gesture. Kind regards, Mr. Dennis and Mrs. Krueger Members Since 2014

My friend and I had a great time and got to personally meet some interesting people, including the winner of the Nathan Sharpe Medal! Kind regards, Mr. and Mrs. Chin Members Since 2011

Kind regards, Mr. and Mrs. Mah Members Since 2015



MEMBER TESTIMONIALS

Dear Odyssey,

more than one occasion!

We wanted to write and tell you about our most amazing holiday week at your Ultiqa @ Village Resort in Port Macquarie, NSW Australia.

Our accommodation was in a villa which was roomy, clean and freshly refurbished with all the mod cons.

We enjoyed the break with our extended family so we were a big family group with ages ranging from 4 to 70 years of age! We all had the best time!

We can’t recommend Port Macquarie enough to other members looking for a beautiful place to stay in Australia and we will certainly do our best to return again next year. Thank you, Odyssey for yet another beautiful holiday.

The resort had everything an active family could dream of: A boating lake with canoes (for Dad), a crazy golf course (for the children), tennis courts, a table tennis room, and a large indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi (to relieve those aching muscles after running around with the children all day!)

Resort Visited: Ultiqa @ Village Resort in Port Macquarie, NSW Australia. Mr. and Mrs. Hall Members Since 1999

And no Australian holiday would be complete without the obligatory Aussie BBQ which we put to good use on

Our wonderful holiday in Goa Haathi Mahaal Several years ago we came for the first time to Goa – Haathi Mahaal and we enjoyed it. It was always on our ‘ To Do ‘ list, to go back there. Last year we booked and this January 2016, on a cold Monday morning, we boarded the plane in Brussels to Mumbai and on to Goa. Goa here we come...............After we landed in Goa airport, a friendly taxi driver came to pick us up ( all organized by staff from the resort ), and an hour later we were at our destination. From the entrance gate to the lobby and reception area, it all looked very clean and welcoming ( just as we remembered from last time ) We were welcomed by friendly ladies at the reception desk , who told us that our villa was not ready yet ( it was only 08.00 am ), but they would do their outmost best to accommodate us as soon as possible.

No problem, we might as well start our holiday right here and now, enjoy the sun, a cool drink by the pool, a light lunch....Belgium was far from our mind, this was heaven, sun , sun , and more sun. ( Only those who come from the Northern hemisphere can understand this feeling of bliss, having sun and No grey skies and rain..) Just after lunch we were shown to our villa that was once again clean and well situated. On our first Sunday evening there was ‘ Carvery ‘ in the restaurant, nice food, a lot to choose from, friendly waiters and nice people whom we met already at the pool the day before. From the first day we felt right away at home again. The ‘ theme ‘ evenings at the Restaurant were excellent - The Goan evening, superb food with typical Goan flavours. The Carnival evening most enjoyable and fun. And to top it all, these ‘ Theme ‘ evening had a excellent live band playing music to everyone’s liking. The day that we didn’t feel like staying in the resort, a short walk to the beach and we could enjoy the warm water of the Arabian Sea, or go for a long walk at the beach. To sum all this up, we had a wonderful 2 weeks, But one thing we will never

Hi Evi I would like to let you know what a great holiday we had in Schliersee. I made a few notes every day so i could remember and pass on any trips and thoughts for anyone thinking about going. We had a great journey to Munich airport and picked up a rental car which came in very useful. The driving was easy, very straight forward with excellent roads. We brought our own sat nav but you could hire this easily. We had a warm welcome when we arrived and were able to check in as soon as we turned up. The chalet was very with spacious two rooms (very comfortable beds) and two bathroom i but a very small kitchen. There are lots of supermarkets nearby for provisions in a very picturesque town of Schliersee. We also took note of previous

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do again !!!! wait so long before we go back to Haathi Mahaal, We will put one item repeatedly on our To Do list - Going to Goa- Haathi Mahaal Resort Visited: Karma Royal Haathi Mahal Mr. Clappaert and Mrs. Claeye Members Since 2009

travelers and took a box set with us as there were only news programs in English. The weather was a bit drizzly when we arrived but we could appreciate the mountains surrounding Schliersee. The weather was beautifully sunny and clear for the rest of our stay – not bad for March. We enjoyed happy hour every day and were looked after by the barman Peter. We met Andy the karma rep who was very informative. We spent some time in the club house playing old vinyl records and chatting to others. Resort visited: Karma Bavaria Mr. and Mrs. William Members Since 2015

Dear Odyssey My husband and I enjoyed two weeks holiday, one week at the Royal Bella Vista in Chiang Mai and another at the Royal Lighthouse Phuket. We arrived in Chiang Mai after having spent a few days in Bangkok. After the hustle and bustle of Bangkok the calming atmosphere of Chiang Mai was a welcome change. Our accommodation was room 316 on the third floor which had a very nice view of the fields and mountains in the distance. Being on the end of the level there was a spacious balcony to enjoy the early morning coolness and an evening drink after the sun had gone down. We took advantage of the onsite restaurant and were lucky enough to have had some enjoyable meals. For an alternative dining experience we went to a local restaurant, The 360, picks up and drops guests off free of change. We enjoyed a couple of very enjoyable evening meals at this restaurant which was well priced, pleasant staff and very tasty food. Our early morning walk always included a stop at The Doi for a very enjoyable latte. This is a super place for “real coffee” and has a pleasant outlook. The grounds are extremely well cared for and pleasant to stroll about. Just 300 meters uphill from the entry we

enjoyed seeing local elephants with their handlers as they arrived for their morning exercise. We were welcome among the herd of elephants and able to pat and feed them. We enjoyed a day trip to the Golden Triangle, which was arranged through the Karma staff onsite. This trip is highly recommended and made even more enjoyable with only 6 in our group. Our second week was spent in a spacious 2 bedroom villa at the Royal Lighthouse resort. We enjoyed the marina life very much. The villa was well equipped with well kept. The location of the Royal Lighthouse villas, away from the popular beachside resorts, did not concern us as transport was readily available so a day out at the beach was easily arranged.

location, surrounded by luxury boats and has plenty of choices for dining. Everything you want to do in and around Phuket or Chiang Mai (tours, transport, dining …) can be arranged through the very efficient Karma staff. Resorts visited: Karma Royal Chiang Mai and Karma Royal Phuket Mr. and Mrs. Yates Members Since 2014

We spent many hours around the wonderful pool area enjoying the company of other residents and fellow members. Even though there is no onsite restaurant a local café provides poolside service if required. It was a relaxing

Good afternoon We stayed at the Royal Sanur hotel in March on a family holiday. It was our first Karma experience and an amazing one. We were very fortunate that the hotel were able to accommodate not only ourselves and the kids but also my mother and sister in law, making it a great family catch up (as they live in Adelaide). The staff, from airport pickup to the room cleaners were all very kind and respectful. They were very attentive and helped us with every request, - including changing rooms on day 2 as my mother in law couldn’t handle all the steps to the top floor - organizing a private buffet dinner for my sister in laws 40th complete with the best rendition of Happy Birthday, - and letting my son who was sick lay down in Spa room after we had checked out of room, whilst we had lunch. It was great to meet other members and speak to Dan on how to use our membership well. We ate a lot in the hotel restaurant and also got room service. The pancakes at breakfast were very popular.

The kids loved the pool and spent a lot of time playing it and were never made feel like they were too noisy or not welcomed. We loved the treatments in the spa and visited them a couple of times. We booked a tour thru UBUD and had Adi as our driver, he was FANTASTIC. Very knowledgeable and such a friendly guy, he was so good we booked him again for NUSA DUA. We had such a great time with Karma Royal and loved how we felt like family. Planning another trip very soon Attached a photo of the private dinner set up by staff for birthday, kids and my mother in law feeling very relaxed. Resort visited: Karma Royal Sanur Mr. Wilkins and Ms. Shipton Members Since 2014

HOLIDAY LETTER DRAW Do not forget to send in a short letter, a couple of photos or even a home movie taken during your holidays to be in the Draw to win great prizes. Contact Odyssey today for more information. [email protected]

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HOLIDAY LETTER LUCKY DRAW Mr. and Mrs. McGrath England, U.K Member since 2009 WON Management Charge Waiver 2017

MONTHLY LUCKY DRAW Mr. White and Ms. Adriani Victoria, Australia Members since 2010 WON Management Charge Waiver 2017

ANNIVERSARY/BIRTHDAY LUCKY DRAW Mr. Rippon and Ms. Gilmour Perth, Australia Members since 2014 WON US$500 Odyssey Voucher

HOLIDAY LETTER LUCKY DRAW Mr. and Mrs. Malenchuk Russia Members since 2014 WON Management Charge Waiver 2017

FACEBOOK PRIZE DRAW Mr. and Mrs. Daley Queensland, Australia Members since 2015 WON US$250 Odyssey Voucher

HOLIDAY LETTER LUCKY DRAW Mr. and Mrs. Girn England, U.K. Members since 2007 WON 2 weeks accommodation in Bali

2016 MANAGEMENT CHARGE LUCKY DRAW Mr. Blackburn and Ms. Kane Victoria, Australia Members since 2009 WON US$500 Odyssey Voucher

ARDA AWARDS We are delighted to announce that the Karma Group has recently received the ACE International Project of Excellence Award for Karma Kandara at ARDA 2016 in Hollywood, Florida. This prestigious award represents international recognition of the highest level for dedication to excellence in the resort industry. It is a tremendous honour and incredibly rewarding to be recognised by ARDA and in particular to be the recipient of the ACE International Project of Excellence Award for Karma Kandara.

“People come from all corners of the globe, repeatedly, for their Karma Kandara fix. Whether you put it down to Chi or the quintessential Karma vibe, you can feel the positivity at Karma Kandara, which really makes it the best place on the planet to restore the soul.” -- John Spence, Chairman and Founder of the Karma Group Accepting the award on behalf of the Karma Group was the Group CEO, Gary Knowles. Congratulations!

2017 FREE PRIZE DRAW

WIN CASH

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To enter, all you have to do is settle your Management Charges for 2017 by Sunday, 31st October 2016 for the chance to win one of the following prizes:

FIRST PRIZE

US$3,000

SECOND PRIZE

US$1,500

4 RUNNERS UP PRIZES OF

US$500/each

Chiang Mai

Be one of the 1st 50 members who settle their fee and receive a free stay in Vietnam, Chiang Mai or Phuket. The Draw will take place on 10 November 2016, and the names of the Lucky Prize Winners will be posted on the Odyssey Website, www.odysseypremier.com shortly thereafter.

You may also visit our website: www.odysseypremier.com Login and in the Member Section view your invoice details in Management Charge Payment Should you need any help with the making of your payment, please contact the Management Charge Department : Email : [email protected] - Tel : +(62) 361 764 082 Toll Free: Australia 1 800 458 271 - New Zealand 0800 456 201 - Singapore 0800 852 3310 UK 0800 949 6415 - Germany 0800 183 3925 - Russia 810 800 2808 1012

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