--- title: "You Only Need ONE Reason to Visit - Private Island and Beach Resort Near Singapore" description: "1) Close to Singapore. No flights and just 31 miles (50km) south of Singapore. The hour and a half boat ride out to the resorts allow guests to leave stress" canonical: "https://telunasresorts.com/10-reasons-to-visit-telunas/" language: "en" date_modified: "2019-04-01T00:00:00+08:00" --- ![10 Reasons to Visit Telunas](/_next/image/?url=%2Fimages%2Faerial-island.jpg&w=3840&q=75&dpl=dpl_4ScKdymz9anhQBy6CgiBvRxiFE65) Getaways # 10 Reasons to Visit Telunas April 2019 | Getaways By Telunas Team You only need ONE good reason to book Telunas Resorts… but we've given you ten. ## 1. Close to Singapore No flights needed - just 31 miles (50km) south of Singapore. The hour and a half boat ride out to the resorts allows guests to leave stress behind. The Beach Resort and the Private Island are both miles away from the cares of daily life, surrounded by nothing but the ocean and other remote islands. Here, guests can reconnect with what truly matters. ## 2. A Blend of Culture and Vacation Part of what makes Telunas so special is the rich culture in which it lives. The food cooked at Telunas is all fresh, from surrounding farms and seafood caught fresh from the ocean. Our talented chefs prepare a variety of dishes, from traditional island cuisine to popular Western meals. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with traditional music and a beverage. The resorts offer lessons on a traditional drum called a Kompang, or pottery lessons with Telunas' resident artist. ## 3. Amazing Staff The islands surrounding Telunas are home to hundreds of villages. The people who live there are fishermen, craftsmen and farmers. Rather than staff the resort with foreigners, the Telunas founders wanted to honor the surrounding villages from the start. The majority of on-site Telunas employees are from villages only minutes away by boat. Telunas provides job training, career advancement opportunities, and scholarships for higher education. ## 4. Become Part of the Experience Guests have the opportunity to experience village life for themselves. Telunas offers tours to villages that have graciously invited guests to come and see how they do life. Hospitality is of high importance to the Malay people. See where they get their water, visit some shops, and stop by the local volleyball court. Guests are also offered the option of staying for a traditional Malay lunch in the village. ## 5. Go on an Adventure Not only is Telunas a relaxing remote getaway, but it also offers many different activities for those looking for an adventure. Guests can rent kayaks, follow their guide into the jungle for a hike to the local waterfall, try fishing in the traditional Malay way, or assemble a raft and take it out on the water. Pottery lessons, traditional music lessons, and bonfires on the beach at night are also experiences to be had. ## 6. High-End Resort Amenities Beach cabanas, hammocks, and lounge chairs are scattered throughout the resorts. The Spa at Telunas Private Island offers massages and body treatments. Guests experience buffet-style dining at the Beach Resort and made-to-order meals at the Private Island. The high-quality cuisine brings together different food traditions, from the East to the West. ## 7. Supporting Local Entrepreneurs Telunas fully involves and supports local entrepreneurs, helping them make a living. Much of the furniture at the resorts was built by local carpenters using up-cycled Malay boats. Telunas sells crafts and wares handmade by local artists and craftsmen - hammocks, hand-painted cards, pottery, wood carvings, and other souvenirs - all available in the Telunas gift shop. ## 8. Great for Families Families who visit the resorts find that there is no shortage of activities. The Beach Resort boasts a soccer field and low-ropes course. Both locations have volleyball courts and ping-pong tables. Swimming is always an option in the ocean's clear, cool water on a hot, sunny day. ## 9. A Private Experience for Couples Telunas is the perfect spot for honeymooners or couples looking to rekindle the romance. Private candlelight dinners over the water are available upon reservation. The Spa at Telunas Private Island offers couples' massages for some quality relaxation time. Or, if you're looking to get away by yourself, Telunas is the perfect place to disconnect from the world for a few days. ## 10. Environmentally Conscious Guests can rest easy knowing they are supporting a resort that is environmentally conscious and responsible. Solar panels at Telunas Private Island reduce diesel consumption by 60 percent. The 70,000 square meters (over 17 acres) of mangroves conserved by the resort absorbs over 12 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year. Telunas also strives to minimize the use of single-use plastics. And Telunas Private Island is a natural breeding ground where endangered green sea turtles lay their eggs - a hatchery protects these eggs until the baby turtles are ready for the ocean. Telunas Resorts offer a fun, relaxing getaway for everyone: singles, couples, friend groups, business trips and families. 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