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BEACH BLISS
Seek out a secluded spot along a golden ribbon of sand, feel the crystal-clear waters lapping at your toes and the aft ernoon sun soft ly kissing your face. A tranquil holiday by the sea off ers nourishment for the mind, body and soul.
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FOUR SEASONS RESORT KUDA HURAA
MALDIVES
This beautiful garden island exudes the charm of a traditional Maldivian village, with the exemplary service you expect from Four Seasons. Accommodation is beachfront, lining the white sands, or over-water in the alluring aquamarine waters of the lagoon. Whichever you choose, you’ll be spoilt by the warm, friendly staff and an abundance of activities including surf lessons and the annual surf competition – won last year by surf icon, Kelly Slater – diving, and childfriendly spa treatments on a spa island in the lagoon. The beach-access snorkelling is excellent as are the Turtle Hatchling Pools and activities like SUP Yoga.
HERITAGE LE TELFAIR GOLF & WELLNESS RESORT
MAURITIUS
Situated on the South Coast at Bel Ombre, this beachfront resort has incredible options for everyone from honeymooners to families. The beautiful beach is lapped by the warm crystalclear waters of a preserved lagoon and hosts plenty of activities including watersports with a kitesurfing school. Choose from the 12 restaurants and eight bars on-site, each offering an array of delicious cuisines, plus you’ll have access to nearly sister resorts and we certainly recommend a visit to the Le Château de Bel Ombre. Children will love the Kids’ Club and there’s a complimentary baby club for toddlers. Young adults can enjoy a range of excursions, such as visiting the Heritage Nature Reserve, hiking to a waterfall and even quad-biking.
FOUR SEASONS RESORT LANDAA GIRAAVARU
MALDIVES
Set in 44 acres of unspoilt jungle wilderness, with a two-kilometre lagoon home to turtles, dolphins and manta rays, there is much more than just outstanding facilities, impeccable service and world-class cuisine. Located in the Maldives first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, there’s a real sense of living alongside nature here, with indoor-outdoor accommodations taking their cues from the surrounding beauty. Great for families and couples, Family Beach Villas include a separate room for youngsters, while the AyurMa health haven, Trainee Marine Biologist program (ages 13-19) , and culinary collaboration with two-Michelin-starred Gaetano Trovato underpin an extraordinary philosophy.
CAMBRIDGE BEACHES RESORT & SPA
BERMUDA
Cambridge Beaches epitomises everything that makes Bermuda such a perfect destination for couples and families - a fabulous beachfront setting, tropical gardens, stylish accommodations and the most gracious service.
The resort’s reimagined rooms and suites are housed in delightful cottages dotted around a 23 acre private peninsula. Some of Bermuda’s finest cuisine can be found here including authentic locally sourced Bermudian dishes and the Bermuda chapter of New York’s acclaimed cocktail bar, Sunken Harbor Club - we recommend Breezes, which is widely known as Bermuda’s favourite al fresco restaurant where you can spot Longtail Birds, Grey Herons and even sea turtles from your table.
It all makes for a supremely elegant and peaceful atmosphere, although, if you’re feeling energetic, there are plenty of activities available and include croquet, a putting green, sports courts with tennis and pickleball, fitness centre, indoor heated swimming pool, an outdoor infinity pool and a wide range of watersports.
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LAURA Luxury Sales Manager “One of Bermuda’s most elegant and luxurious hotels, take your pick from no less than five private beaches. I just love the Pool Suites, elegantly appointed and with their own private plunge pool. Enjoy a little taste of home with traditional afternoon tea served daily in the library.”
7 nights from £1,599 per person sharing a Classic Water View Room on Room Only. OFFER: Save up to 20%. STAY: 01 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2024.
SHANGRI-LA AL HUSN
MUSCAT, OMAN
Set high on a clifftop overlooking the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Oman, this majestic resort was inspired by Arabian palaces. Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat’s private beach, indulgent spa and spacious accommodation make it perfect for couples looking for service and seclusion, while there is also the option to use the facilities of sister resort, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa. Four restaurants offer delicious Arabic and international dishes, as well as innovative dining experiences, whilst the private and secluded 100-metre beach and infinity pool are perfect for enjoying long and relaxing days. With 180 rooms and suites, including the largest entry level rooms in Muscat, expect nothing but the best when it comes to services and amenities. Butler service, complimentary afternoon tea and pre-dinner cocktails complete the picture of Arabian splendour at this breathtaking retreat.
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PETYA Product Manager “We think that ShangriLa Al Husn, Muscat has been well-designed with traditional Arabic artistry, and provides the ultimate in luxury. The resort has excellent facilities, and with luxuriant gardens and meandering waterways, feels very spacious.”
SHANGRI-LA LE TOUESSROK
MAURITIUS
With a choice of six beautiful beaches on the mainland, plus two more just offshore on the islands of Île Aux Cerfs and Îlot Mangénie, this chic retreat has plenty of space for everyone. Couples favour Frangipani island for its adultsonly pool and proximity to the superb spa, while Hibiscus beach is perfect for families, being close to the main pool and extensive recreation facilities. Every room and suite incorporates island touches indigenous to the area as well as postcard-perfect views. There’s a dazzling array of facilities at the resort and if you wanted to venture out, we recommend exploring Îlot Mangénie. The 10-minute boat ride to this private island gives you a taste of what you are about to experience: a perfectly tranquil day without a ripple of stress. Here, nature and mankind work together hand in hand to ensure your comfort and to enjoy exceptional experiences. You’ll be spoilt for choice at Le Touessrok; wherever you chose to spend your time, you’ll enjoy the very best of everything at this legendary resort.
7 nights from £2,399 per person sharing a Coral Deluxe Ocean View Room on Half Board. OFFER: Save up to 25% + Complimentary Half Board included. STAY: 01 May - 30 Sep 2023.
SUNLIFE
a life led in the Sun, a life enjoyed with style.
A new era has begun for landmark Mauritian hotel brand formerly known as Sun Resorts, which has undergone a rebrand and rebirth to become: Sunlife.
Sunlife is about injecting new life into a longestablished and familiar brand with the ‘Sun’ element representing the 45-year established and trusted history of the brand. The addition of ‘life’ is inviting people to look again and reflecting the energy that the sun provides and all the wonderful life that arises from its light and warmth. This all comes together to represent the splendid lifestyle promised by Sunlife - a lifestyle that’s unique to Mauritius. It’s a life led in the Sun, a life enjoyed with style.
A brand new Sunlife app has launched which showcases exciting activities for each day and encourages guests to ‘Come Alive’ – a new collection of experiences hosted at each hotel from Crazy Crouqet at Sugar Beach to exploring the Biodiversity Park at Long Beach.
LONG BEACH
MAURITIUS
From the offset, this ravishing resort oozes style and contemporariness. Perched in pride of place on the silky soft white-sand beach, it delivers a fresh take on luxury. What stands out to us is the wide variety of activities and facilities available, from luxurious spa treatments for those holidaying at a more leisurely pace, to glass-bottom boat trips for avid explorers. Children will delight at the kids’ club which really does go the extra mile to keep the little ones entertained. From pizza-making to archery lessons, they’ll be spoilt for choice with the activities on offer. Families will also love the enthralling nature walks, which offer the chance to take in native plants, animals and insects.
7 nights from £1,849 per person sharing a Junior Suite on Half Board. OFFER: Save up to 15%. STAY: 10 Jan 2023 - 03 Jan 2024.
SUGAR BEACH
MAURITIUS
The well-manicured gardens, elegant manor house and gently swaying palms lend Sugar Beach a tropical plantation ambience, setting the scene for this very special resort. With a gorgeous stretch of sandy beach, central lagoon which is pool ideal for families and a quieter pool favoured by couples, plus a good choice of food and beverage options, it is a fantastic all-rounder and attracts many repeat guests. A perfect choice for families, children under 12 years stay and eat free when sharing their parents’ room. Additionally, there’s a plethora of unique activities ensuring kids and teens have plenty to avail themselves with. Activities include paddle boarding, windsurfing classes and even a day excursions to marvel at the dolphins. There’s also fishing for crabs or partaking in the resorts ‘Olympic Games’. Like parents, ‘Sun Kids’ can also enjoy grown up activities such as spa treatments, golfing and movies on the beach.
7 nights from £2,229 per person sharing a Deluxe Sea View Room on Half Board. OFFER: Save up to 15%. STAY: 10 Jan 2023 - 03 Jan 2024.
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Terms & Conditions All prices are based on two adults sharing, family prices will be based on two adults and one child under twelve years of age. Unless otherwise stated, holidays include return economy scheduled or low-cost fl ights, 7 nights accommodation (5 nights in Oman), private transfers (shared for boat and seaplane) and the use of a UK airport lounge (where available). Prices are a guide and based on low season travel, which is typically May, June or September for Caribbean and Indian Ocean; March for Bermuda; April for European stays - unless otherwise stated. Special off ers are available on selected travel dates and room types only, and will be subject to availability. Peak travel dates, for example over school holidays or at Christmas will be subject to special conditions and often excluded from off ers. Displayed prices and special off ers are applicable to new enquiries and bookings only and are correct at time of going to print (November 2022) but are subject to change and availability and can be withdrawn at any time. Many off ers will be book by 31 January 2023. All the fl ights and fl ight-inclusive holidays in this magazine are fi nancially protected by the ATOL scheme. Any cruise-only, accommodation-only and any packages not including fl ights would not be ATOL protected.
