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BEACH BLISS
Beachfront escapes are our most sought after and there is no questioning why. There is nothing quite like waking up to the sound of the soothing ocean and enjoying spectacular sunrises and sunsets each day. Here are some of our most blissful beachfront resorts to have you dreaming of your next luxury escape.
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THE RESIDENCE
MAURITIUS
Spread over 25 acres of tropical gardens and fringed by a mile-long stretch of beach, the luxurious Residence Mauritius blends modern elegance with a classic colonial plantation style. Offering impeccable butler service, wonderful cuisine and a serene spa, this idyllic retreat is perfect for couples, while a celebrated kids’ club and huge lagoon-style pool make it a great option for families too. There are a number of luxury rooms and suites to choose from, each with a private balcony and terrace offering views of the gardens and ocean. Dine at three restaurants on site as well as a gourmet sweetsnack bar; the stylish bar serves afternoon tea and has live music every night. Enjoy beauty treatments and massages at The Sanctuary Spa, complimentary watersports and activities such as kayaking, windsurfing, paddle boards, tennis and fitness facilities. Being on the east coast of Mauritius means you’ll be treated to spectacular sunrises here - you’ll have to get up early to enjoy them but it’s well worth it for the extraordinary colours reflecting off the Indian Ocean.
7 nights from €1,599 per person sharing a Colonial Garden View Terrace on Half Board. OFFER: Save up to 45%. STAY: 01 May - 31 Aug 2022.
THE INN AT ENGLISH HARBOUR
ANTIGUA
Receiving consistently high praise from Caribtours guests and staff, we think The Inn is an absolute gem of a hotel. Full of old-fashioned charm and set on a tranquil sandy cove, this stylish boutique hotel boasts one of the most picturesque locations in Antigua. With breathtaking views of historic English Harbour, a wonderfully soothing ambience and superb service provided by general manager, Fabio Giorgi and his team, this is a very special place where you can’t help but just relax and take life easy. The hotel has its own white sandy beach with a small but lovely private dock. Clear emerald blue waters are encompassed by the magnificently lush green landscape of the surrounding hills.
7 nights from €2,285 per person sharing a Junior Suite including breakfast. OFFER: Stay 7 Pay 5. STAY: 24 Apr - 31 Aug 2022.
CAP JULUCA, A BELMOND HOTEL
ANGUILLA
The impressive architecture at this stunning resort features an understated white-washed simplicity, which makes the opulent arches, turret and dome stand out as Greco-Moorish features. Choose from a great range of stylish suites and pool villas. Each provides magnificent vistas of turquoise water and pristine white sand just footsteps away. You are also treated to unparalleled dining options. It’s all about the glorious beach here - the hotel wraps itself quietly and unobtrusively around a tranquil, crescent-shaped bay, offering guests a very private and exclusive hideaway. The blissful beach has so much more than just spectacular white-sand and sparkling turquoise waters. One of our most favoured itineraries is twinning this blissful resort with La Samanna, A Belmond Hotel in St Martin for the ultimate island-chic hideaway.
7 nights from €4,425 per person sharing a Beachfront Deluxe King Room including breakfast. STAY: 21 Oct - 15 Dec 2022.
BAHAMAS
Spanning 750 miles and with some 700 tropical islands, the Bahamas offers a tropical adventure that can be as relaxing or high octane as you want. Whether you choose to bask on stunning beaches, indulge in the glamour of Paradise Island, sail to the dreamy Out Islands or swim with dolphins, simply sip a Bahama Mama and contemplate your next move. Formerly home to the legendary Blackbeard, the capital city, Nassau, on the island of New Providence, is full of pastel pink shops, Georgian architecture, tree-lined streets and fish fry shacks. Most of our featured resorts are located on New Providence but we can arrange day trips or overnight stays on many of the smaller Out Islands. Whichever island you choose, watersports enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice with bone fishing, sailing, snorkelling and diving all popular pastimes here. You’ll find colourful coral reefs just offshore and for more adventurous scuba divers, the Bahamas is home to some of the most challenging cave and wreck diving on the planet.
HERMITAGE BAY
ANTIGUA
Set on a stunning beach on the west coast of the island, Hermitage Bay is where you come to experience the unique peace and wellbeing of the Caribbean lifestyle. With stylish, contemporary suites, a wonderful beachfront restaurant and a sublime spa nestled high in the hills and surrounded by fragrant tropical gardens. The luxury all-inclusive offering at this property includes all meals which are a la carte and a menu that changes daily, as well as soft and alcoholic drinks, including Champagne in winter and Prosecco in Summer, a mini bar, a complimentary cookery lesson once a week, all non-motorised water sports including a lovely boat ride along the coast, a fully equipped gym, yoga, meditation and Pilates on alternate days. With over 100 staff to 30 suites guests at Hermitage Bay are very well cared for from the moment they arrive.
7 nights from €6,175 per person sharing a Sea View Garden Suite on All-Inclusive. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Complimentary 60-minute massage per stay. STAY: 01 Jun - 20 Dec 2022.
MOUNT CINNAMON RESORT & BEACH CLUB
GRENADA
Occupying a prime location on a tranquil hillside overlooking two miles of glorious powder white sand, this stunning boutique resort is set right above Grand Anse Beach and offers a wonderful blend of modern luxury, vibrant West Indian colours and a casual, chic atmosphere. The Mediterranean-style villas at Mount Cinnamon are all beautifully decorated with bright colours and vibrant designs whilst the impressive one-to-three-bedroom hillside villas feature fully-fitted Kitchens. All villas & suites enjoy sweeping views of the island. There’s an array of facilities on your doorstep including two restaurants and bars, a bijou spa, a gym, tennis court and croquet lawn. Down on the beach you’ll find Savvy’s Beach restaurant - a great spot for cocktails and lunch. There is also a super dive centre and complimentary non-motorised watersports to enjoy.
7 nights from €2,485 per person sharing a Cinnamon Suite including breakfast. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Save 30% + Complimentary one-hour Cinnamon Signature massage + Beach BBQ (excl drinks) per stay. STAY: 01 May - 30 Nov 2022 (excl Aug 1 – 15).