Banyan Tree Resort, Seychelles, Thursday [Morning and Afternoon]

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Hopefully, everyone had packed their things well and not left anything behind in South Africa, because it was time to explore Seychelles! The staff of the Banyan Tree were ready to help Fandom's visitors with anything they might need - including making sure everyone remembered their umbrellas, because while the morning was nice and clear with a temperature of 27C/80F, it was going to get up to 30C/86F later in the day, with possible thunderstorms.

But hey, there was a whole new resort to explore if the weather didn't fully cooperate!

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THE RESORT

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Villas [10/11 - Day]

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Everyone is in hillside pool villas, where small private swimming pools, veranda with sun loungers and open-air pavilion invite you to let the world pass by while spending leisurely days taking in the glorious views of the Indian Ocean and the surrounding rain forest. Thoughtful details such as the submerged 'couple seat' in the private dip pool, and an indoor sunken bathtub make up this romantic haven for two. Or kind of awkward, depending on your roommate relationship.

[Your villa assignments are the same as your suite assignments were, and can be found here. Please reply to this thread with your villa number in the subject line, NSFW threads go into your private journals, etc.]

Villa 114 [10/11 - Day]

[suitably_heroic]

After having to do something as monstrous as get up and go somewhere this morning, Atton had crashed out in his bed in his villa and fallen right back asleep.

Some might call it a waste of a perfectly beautiful vacation. He mostly just cared about the dreamless sleep.

He'd be up... sometime.

Re: Villas [10/11 - Day]

[whenshewasnice]

Oh, thanks for this couple-y set up, Seychelles. Thanks a lot. Because Natalie hadn't been struggling with Sam-related feelings enough as it was, even if she'd done an excellent job of keeping it to herself.

Except for that Peter thing.

Anyway. She took a seat on the veranda for the time being, laptop in her lap and occasionally eyeing the sky for signs of a storm.

Villa 122 [10/11 - Day]

[nottheshoes.livejournal.com]

This vacation just got more and more impressive, didn't it?

George felt absolutely no need to leave the villa for now. Perhaps this afternoon, when he was done lying out on a sun lounger. Occasionally he'd take a break from that to add a touch more lemon juice to his hair, in an attempt to lighten it that little bit more.

Villa 115 [10/11 - Day]

[dollpocalypse]

Topher was a little too curious about how exactly they'd managed to keep the same room numbers here, but since it didn't really affect him that much, he was going to let it go.

Instead he was going to spend the afternoon eyeing his phone and wondering if he should text people to come hang out with him. Maybe he could talk someone into a repeat of that weird day last year when he and Ben had gone to the hotel spa and gotten their legs waxed.

...Maybe he could, but why would he want to?

Food [10/11 - Day]

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The Banyan Tree offers a variety of options, from Thai cuisine at Saffron to Creole at Chez Lamar to in-villa room service!

The Pool [10/11 - Day]

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Relax at the infinity pool! Work on your tan, get safari grit out of your teeth, order a snack from the pool bar!

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[makemyownway.livejournal.com]

Cade was alive! Alive and currently sprawled out on a lounger, drinking freshly squeezed juice (orange, maybe? He still didn't know all of the fruits here) with a bit of vodka and scoping out the girls in bikinis.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[chosehumanity]

Mitchell wasn't really a tanning kind of guy, but he did enjoy his food and drink - especially when it wasn't part of George's current vegan crusade.

He'd be here for a portion of the day, just hanging by the bar, sunglasses perched on his nose.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[failsatspirit]

Yeah, the Water Tribe girl was in the pool, big shock.

Naga sprawled out by the side of the pool might have been a bit more of a shock for the staff though.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[nomoresportscars]

Jackson had a bunch of wet/shirtless icons was in the pool, yes, like the former captain of a swim team should be.

Said pool wasn't exactly made for any kind of competitive swimming, but he still managed to get a few leisurely laps in (even if dodging people was annoying) before stopping by the side with the view to rest his arms against the edge and look out towards the horizon. It was pretty okay.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[knowsnokungfu.livejournal.com]

South Africa had put some dent into Chuck's usual shade of extreme pale, which was nice. He was that little bit less reflective when he got to the Seychelles and found this pretty freaking amazing pool.

He didn't even like swimming that much, but he was enjoying this.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[hatesmoststuff.livejournal.com]

Yep, April was taking advantage of that whole 'opportunity to sleep in public' thing again.

Bikini, pool chair, sunglasses, etc. Eventually she'd probably flag down someone to bring her a drink to really complete the look.

The theme of the look was, of course, laziness.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[trickydemigod.livejournal.com]

Luke would be hanging out right here, thanks. He felt kind of bad he wasn't exploring more but it'd be cold when he got back to Fandom and he wanted to enjoy the sun while he could.

Re: The Pool [10/11 - Day]

[notagoose]

Goose hadn't really spent a lot of his vacation by the pool so that was where he was today, actually spending his vacation relaxing.

The Spa [10/11 - Day]

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Calm your mind and take in the peacefulness of your surroundings. Allow the therapists to offer you a soothing foot bath, herbal drink with refreshments and a few minutes to leave the cares of the world behind. All Banyan Tree Spa sessions are 30 miutes long. The spa is open from 9:00 AM until 10:00 PM.

Gym and Tennis Courts [10/11 - Day]

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The Gym at the Spa welcomes you every day from 7:30 AM until 9:00 PM, and the tennis courts are always open for a good workout!

Re: Gym and Tennis Courts [10/11 - Day]

[notconflicted]

Though she'd taken advantage of the pool quite a bit over the last few days, Sia hadn't really gotten in what she considered a proper workout since the trip began, or at least not a well-rounded one. This morning you'd find here here, because no one wanted sore muscles when you got back to training in Fandom.

Re: Gym and Tennis Courts [10/11 - Day]

[nottrivial]

Alec was definitely going to be here most of the day. This hotel was much nicer than the one they'd left, and the facilities reflected that, so it was going to be pretty tough to pull him away from this heaven of workout opportunities. He was even sleeveless for the occasion.

Beach [10/11 - Day]

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It's a climb down, but the island's beach looks inviting enough. The intensely blue water laps up against the sand and the odd protruding rock alike. The ocean is full of fish - perfect for snorkling! - and downright balmy in temperature.

ACTIVITIES

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Botanical and Spice Gardens [10/11 - Day]

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Visit the spice gardens on the resort property. They're perfect for a leisurely stroll and extend for 15 acres.

Adventure Cruise on the Banyan Lagoon I [10/11 - Day]

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Set sail in style in the Banyan Lagoon I, a 47-foot twin-hulled catamaran, the epitome of Seychelles cruising. Enjoy breath taking views as catamaran staff, an on-deck skipper and a personal host cater to your every whim.

OOC [10/11 - Day]

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Oh man, I want to be where there's palm trees right now. *shivers*