BANGKOK, THAILAND and MANILA, PHILIPPINES – August 2025 – Anantara Vacation Club, Asia’s premier vacation ownership programme, today announced an exciting new collaboration with Banwa Private Island, one of the world's most luxurious and secluded private island resorts, nestled within the crystal-clear waters of Palawan, the Philippines. Eligible Anantara Vacation Club Points Owners will be provided with unprecedented access to the ultra-exclusive Banwa Private Island, significantly enhancing the unparalleled vacation experiences available through their ownership.

Through this strategic alliance, Banwa Private Island is now included in Anantara Vacation Club’s Platinum Escapes portfolio, available to Elite Platinum, Elite Royal, Sapphire, and Prestige Club Points Ownership tiers. Club Points Owners can choose from one of six private beachfront villas, each exquisitely appointed and featuring a private infinity pool and jacuzzi. Some villas also offer separate lounges, dining, and living areas, as well as kitchen facilities.

Beyond the villas with personalised concierge services, Club Points Owners can also enjoy: a bottle of organic champagne on arrival; full-board meal plans, including non-alcoholic beverages, featuring ingredients from the resort’s organic farm and the island’s natural spring water; scuba diving along the island’s pristine house reef; other non-motorised water sports, such as kayaking and paddleboarding, and a sunset cruise to watch the flying foxes of Pagbu Island.

“Banwa Private Island is a sanctuary of refined seclusion and world-class luxury, with a meaningful commitment to sustainability through the Aquos Foundation, offering an eco-conscious luxury retreat. This is an amazing fit with the Anantara Vacation Club lifestyle,” explains Winston Tsang, COO of Anantara Vacation Club. “We are dedicated to providing our Club Points Owners with exceptional experiences that become cherished memories, and Banwa Private Island offers a personal escape, from yoga overlooking the Sulu Sea to stargazing beneath some of the clearest skies in the Philippines.”

Club Points Owners who want to find out more about Banwa Private Island can visit the Club website or contact Club Services.

About Anantara Vacation Club:

Anantara Vacation Club (AVC) is Asia’s premier vacation ownership programme, which provides Club Points Owners and their guests with the opportunity to explore top holiday destinations year after year. AVC was established in 2010 by Minor International PCL, the owner of Minor Hotels (MH) with a portfolio of 560+ hotels. Through a flexible points-based programme, Points Owners can explore Club Resorts across Thailand, Indonesia, Dubai, and New Zealand, as well as 4,300+ resorts and hotels around the world through partnerships with other MH brands and affiliated timeshare exchanges.

About Banwa Private Island:

Banwa Private Island is an ultra-exclusive retreat in Palawan, Philippines offering elevated privacy, intuitive service, and six beachfront villas surrounded by nature. Purposefully designed for those seeking a personalised and sustainable escape, the island is home to the Aquos Foundation, which leads its conservation efforts.

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