Our top picks for Summer Holidays 2021
Daily Breakfast
- Spa treatment rooms offering private terraces with ocean views
- Sample four of the best restaurants in Funchal including Michelin-starred William
- A variety of activities available including mountain walks and botanical tours
- Two luxurious, heated swimming pools and sea platform taking you directly to the azure ocean waters
- Save 15% on accommodation
Half Board
- Maalifushi’s uninhabited private island Lavadhoo is perfect for a castaway experience
- The only resort on the unspoilt Thaa Atoll, a paradise for diving and surfing
- Watch the sunset on a traditional dhoni with a glass of Champagne
- Option to island-hop to sister property COMO Cocoa Island
- Save 35% on accommodation
- Save 50% on return shared seaplane transfers
- Free half board
- US$150 resort credit per room per stay*
Daily Breakfast
- Idyllic location - enjoy a cresent-shaped white sand beach with a backdrop of lush green rainforest
- The beach naturally splits into adult and family areas, with the Bay Suites and The Jetty Grill both adult-only
- Wide choice of activities, including water sports, yoga pavilion and 9 tennis courts
- Diverse dining options including Japanese, Thai & Indonesian inspired cuisine at East
- Save 30%
- Free room upgrade
Half Board
- One of only a select handful of Relais & Châteaux hotels in the Caribbean
- Fantastic cuisine served in the iconic Rhodes Restaurant
- Unique breakfast experience, served al fresco on your suite's private balcony or verandah
- Complimentary non-motorised watersports including kayaks, hobie cats and paddle boards
- Stylish and intimate resort, tucked away in the secluded L'Anse Aux Epines Bay
- Free half board
Daily Breakfast
- Located on Elia Beach overlooking the sea
- Private spot on Elia Beach with beach service and private sunbeds
- Family run hotel with a focus on service and sense of place
- Range of accommodation from prestige rooms to suites
- 2-6 bedroom villas with 5-star service
- Save 10% on accommodation
Daily Breakfast
- Family owned and run for over 50 years
- Personalised service with home from home feel
- Harold’s Beach Bar is a favoured watering hole for guests
- Small, beautifully appointed plantation style property
- Save 25% on accommodation
Half Board
- Boutique, luxury hotel set in a dramatic clifftop location
- Renowned destination dining experiences - The Cliff at Cap and The Naked Fisherman
- Romantic private dining on Rock Maison featuring a Champagne zipline
- Spacious suites and private villas
- Save 25% on accommodation
- One free helicopter transfer and one luxury car transfer
- Free champagne on arrival
- Free champagne zipwire at Rock Maison and couple's massage
Daily Breakfast
- The all-suite resort is inspired by traditional whitewashed Ibizan villages
- Sunset Rituals at Cone Club which boasts 270° views of the sea and an ambient sunset track
- Adult-only infinity pool with sun loungers and bali beds, plus a bar serving refreshments
- Enjoy pre-dinner cocktails or late-night drinks on the Pershing Yacht Terrace, which has spectacular views
- Experiences include private yacht trips, day excursions and private dinners
- Save 20% on accommodation
- Restored 1820 Georgian family home boasting elegant interiors with a contemporary feel
- Surrounded by 400 acres of secluded woodland, gardens and meadows
- The home farm provides fresh vegetables, fruit, honey and flowers for the restaurant and rooms
- The spa offers personally tailored treatments by expert consultants
- Free bottle of Heckfield Classic Cuvee
Half Board
- The resort is made up of two paradise islands - Falhumaafushi and Dhigurah
- Designed with couples in mind for romantic escapes
- Array of activities such as cooking classes, cocktail making and island tours
- Overwater dining experience at The Dining Room for an elegant dinner
- 2 nights free
- Free half board
- $250 credit for spa treatment or marine activities
- Free return transfers
Daily Breakfast
- Set in a renovated 16th century masseria
- Rooftop bar offering views of the surrounding olive groves
- Use of the executive 9 hole golf course
- Private beach club at Coccaro Beach including complimentary sunbeds, umbrellas and towels
- Save 15% on accommodation
Where should I go on holiday this summer?
Italy
Average temperatures: Highs of 27°C
Time difference: 1 hour ahead of the UK (GMT +1 hours)
Flight duration: Approx. 3 hours
Rainfall: 6 days of rain per month on average June-September
What could be more alluring than a chic summer getaway to one of many storied Italian cities, soaking in unrivalled history, artistic masterpieces, magnificent architecture, decadent culinary experiences and beautiful landscapes of rolling hills and glistening lakes? Visiting in the shoulder season and getting to do it all with less crowds and more intimacy – that’s what!
Spain
Average temperatures: Highs of 22°C
Time difference: 1 hour ahead of the UK (GMT +1 hours)
Flight duration: Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
Rainfall: 4 days of rain per month on average June-September
Shimmering islands, buzzing cities, authentic, idyllic towns and endlessly impressive sandy beaches all make Spain a desirable destination no matter what time a year it is. When you throw in the summer sun and the laid-back lifestyle, making the short trip to Spanish shores for a luxurious holiday of a lifetime could not be a more appealing proposition.
Greece
Average temperatures: Highs of 29°C
Time difference: 2 hours ahead of the UK (GMT +2 hours)
Flight duration: Between is 3-4 hours
Rainfall: 3 days of rain on average per month June-September
The mere mention of Greece conjures so many images. Epic history and architecture that is backdrop to legendary myths, exciting nightlife to rival anywhere in the world, rolling hills, glistening blue seas and beautiful sand beaches. One thing every image of Greece seems to have in common is the blissful sun shining down. What could be better than putting yourself in the picture?
St Vincent & The Grenadines
Average temperatures: Highs of 31°C
Time difference: 4 hours behind the UK (GMT -4 hours)
Flight duration: Approx. 12 hours, with one stopover (usually in Barbados)
Rainfall: 18 days of rain on average per month June-September.
Famous for picturesque private beaches, St Vincent & the Grenadines is one of the Caribbean’s most popular honeymoon haunts - and for good reason. Many of the mesmerically beautiful islands are home to sumptuous spa’s and are the perfect place for couples to unwind together. There is a variety of unique foods to try and, for adventurous types, the islands provide the perfect playground for exploring both the land and sea.
