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BEYOND ALL-INCLUSIVE
These hotels and resorts offer an all-inclusive plan that goes beyond what you’d expect; from cocktails delivered right to you on the beach, to unique fine-dining concepts designed to dazzle, these resorts go the extra mile to deliver a luxury holiday like no other.
OZEN BY ATMOSPHERE MALDIVES
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This luxury island resort offers an extensive allinclusive plan to delight all guests, with stunning villa accommodations, holistic spa treatments or exhilarating diving excursions included in the price. And that’s not to mention the cuisine. The stunning M6m underwater restaurant is arguably the jewel in Ozen’s crown, a place where you can enjoy sublime seafood while watching your main course’s cousins swimming past the window. The restaurant is offlimits to children under 15 yrs in the evening, but a twice-weekly family lunch means everyone gets to experience this extraordinary setting.
Other ways to catch a glimpse of the Maldives’ rich marine life include a treatment at the glassfloored spa or an excursion in SubZen, the resort’s semi-submarine. Standard inclusions range from parent-pleasing Champagne breakfasts to unlimited snorkelling excursions, and you also receive one complimentary scuba dive or 60-minute spa treatment per person as long as you stay at least four nights, with extra benefits the longer you stay. Other plus points for families include a short airport transfer, just 50 minutes from Malé by speedboat, and an excellent kids’ club, with activities including face painting and movie screenings. There’s also a beautiful pool, tennis court, gym and a PADI-certified watersports centre.
IKOS DASSIA CORFU, GREECE
Framed by fragrant woodland and adjacent to the spectacular white-sand Ionian coast, Ikos Dassia is perfectly situated. This setting ensures that each of their luxurious rooms, suites and villas come with views and an ambience like no other. The award-winning all-inclusive offering, Infinite Lifestyle, is exceptional, with a whole world of activities and amenities to enjoy including tennis, yoga, one day complimentary car hire, a luxury spa and a great kids’ club. Plus the six à la carte restaurants and option to dine at some of the some of the best local eateries at no extra cost, ensure you are truly spoilt for choice.
CRYSTAL COVE BY ELEGANT HOTELS
BARBADOS
The pretty three-tiered lagoon pool, surrounded by tropical gardens, and the unique cave bar, tucked behind a dramatic waterfall, will tell that this is a hotel which goes out of its way to ensure a real Caribbean experience is had. Crystal Cove is a member of the Elegant Hotels Group and is a favourite amongst families and couples. The comprehensive all-inclusive offering at Crystal Cove means everything is included - breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and light meals in between. Guests can savour international dishes and delicious local cuisine, and even arrange for beach and pool ambassadors to deliver directly to their loungers. They even have afternoon tea included for that added touch of luxury. The Taste of Elegance Dine Around Programme expands guests’ dining options to their sister properties’ restaurants along the west and south coast in Barbados. Experience casual Italian cuisine experience casual Italian cuisine at Asiago’s located at Turtle Beach or enjoy Asian Fusion at Waves - sampling a different restaurant each night of their stay.
OLHUVELI BEACH & SPA MALDIVES
The sublime natural beauty of the Maldives is revealed in all its splendour at Olhuveli. The resort has one of the best house reefs we’ve seen and has plenty of space for couples and families. The Water Villas and Grand Water Villas with Pool are spread over the cerulean lagoon and offer ample space, comfort and privacy. With an all-inclusive concept that includes spa credit or diving, an excursion, mini bar items and selected non-motorized watersports just to start, you’ll be free to relax and enjoy the experience. The calm waters of the lagoon are perfect for snorkelling and learning to dive, with an SSI centre on site that offers a 15-minute ‘try out’ session every morning for beginners who’ve never used scuba gear before. Creatures of the deep to look out for include reef sharks, turtles and manta rays, and the dive school organises trips further afield to look for whale sharks. Back on dry land, there are three pools, a kids’ pool, tennis and badminton courts, (fully equipped with floodlights). a great kids’ club and a two spa complexes – one of which has a hydrotherapy area set over the water. All accommodation sleeps up to two adults and two children, and the all-inclusive plan makes this a great value option for families.
COCO PALM DHUNI KOLHU MALDIVES
Lush tropical vegetation, glorious white sands and incandescent turquoise water will greet you at the ecofriendly Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu. Set in a designated UNESCO biosphere reserve, the resort places an emphasis on sustainable tourism and even has its own marine biology team on site. Look out for manta rays, turtles and a mindboggling amount of fish of all shapes and sizes swimming in the crystalline lagoon. Choose a villa tucked into the jungle-like foliage on the island, or out above the shimmering water and house reefs. Enjoy your time in paradise by watching dolphins dance beneath the waves, sipping Champagne on a sunset cruise, or taking a PADI dive course.
7 nights from £1,799 per person sharing a Beach Villa on All-Inclusive. OFFER: Save up to 15% + Stay 7 Pay 6 + Complimentary All-Inclusive.
DREAMS TULUM MEXICO
If you’re looking for an eco-friendly resort offering the signature Unlimited-Luxury ® premium All-Inclusive concept, a wealth of activities and unique green experiences then Dreams Tulum could be the perfect place for you. Ideal for families and couples and set on an amazing sugary white sand beach, there really is something for everyone at this extensive resort. Younger guests will enjoy the excellent Mayan-themed Explorer’s Club, and the nightly entertainment ensures that the days don’t end as the sun goes down. With all of this and some of the Riviera Maya’s top attractions close by, you’re sure to enjoy a memorable stay at Dreams Tulum.
