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For the ultimate feeling of relaxation, all-inclusive holidays provide a setting to go away knowing that everything is completely taken care of. From the moment you arrive you can sit back, unwind and make the most of each day, content in the knowledge that your dinner plans and activities are catered for. And most of all you can return home feeling completely rejuvenated.

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THE LANDINGS RESORT & SPA

SAINT LUCIA

On Saint Lucia’s most breathtaking beach and with the island’s only private marina, this magnificent resort is almost a little world within itself. Offering spacious, family-sized accommodation, gourmet dining and all the facilities you would expect from a modern, luxury resort, The Landings is also ideally located for all the superb restaurants and a spot of shopping. If you’re looking to take up a new watersport, the calm, sheltered waters of Rodney Bay are the ideal place to learn - and for the more experienced, the expansive bay is a joy to explore by hobie cat, kayak or paddleboard.

7 nights from €2,889 per person sharing a One Bedroom Villa Suite with Marina View on All-Inclusive. OFFER: Save up to 50%. STAY: 24 Apr - 20 Dec 2022.

CURTAIN BLUFF

ANTIGUA

Curtain Bluff celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, and this intimate Antiguan hotel is the epitome of growing old gracefully. Built by former World War II fighter pilot Howard Hulford, Curtain Bluff is still owned by the Hulford family, and resort manager Rob Sherman has been running the show for 25 years, with a loyal cohort of repeat guests that just keep coming back. There are 72 rooms and suites spread around the eponymous bluff, flanked by the calm Caribbean on one side and the wilder Atlantic on the other. Your stay here is truly all-inclusive; not just your meals, but also unlimited premium brand drinks, including Champagne, plus afternoon tea in the library, evening hors d’oeuvres and an incredible array of activities, from Pilates and yoga to tennis, croquet, non-motorised watersports and scuba diving. There’s also a great kids’ club for children aged 3-10 yrs. Dining is a real highlight, whether it’s an elegant five-course dinner at the Tamarind Tree restaurant or a more casual beachfront lunch at Sea Grape, which also provides a brilliant bento box service, delivered to you at your beach cabana or poolside. All meals are à la carte, and the hotel is famed for its wine cellar, with more than 4,000 wines to choose from and weekly tastings.

7 nights from €4,329 per person sharing a Deluxe Room on All-Inclusive. OFFER: Save 25%. STAY: 24 Apr - 13 Aug 2022.

SPICE ISLAND BEACH RESORT

GRENADA

Spice Island is a long-time Caribtours favourite, owned by our good friends the Hopkin family and highly rated by our clients. The setting is spectacular, right on gorgeous Grand Anse Beach, one of the world’s best according to Condé Nast Traveller. There are just 64 suites featuring all mod cons including Alexa, WiFi and Nespresso machines, and all with a private terrace or balcony and Molton Brown amenities. What really makes the offering at Spice Island stand out is the fact that this is an all-inclusive resort. Once you check in, there’s no need to spend another penny, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included, along with daily afternoon tea, premium drinks by the glass (excluding Champagne), your in-room mini bar, tennis, use of the gym, bicycles, green fees at Grenada Golf Club, non-motorised watersports and regular evening entertainment from local calypso and reggae bands. The open air Oliver’s Restaurant is a wonderful venue to enjoy your à la carte breakfast and dinner, with a menu that changes every night and makes ample use of local produce, including Grenada’s famous spices. There is also a good selection of vegetarian options. The Sea & Surf Terrace & Bar serves lunch, drinks and snacks throughout the day, and there is a fantastic weekly Sunday barbecue.

7 nights from €3,915 per person sharing an Oleander/Garden Suite on All-Inclusive. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Complimentary room upgrade to a Anthurium Suite when you book by 15 May 2022. STAY: 24 Apr - 15 Dec 2022 & 16 Apr - 15 Dec 2023.

REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES

CRUISES

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® promises an unrivalled experience. Featuring lavish, all-suite accommodations with among the largest balconies at sea, more speciality dining choices, lounges and bars and spaces to relax in, the fleet of Regent Seven Seas Cruises® exceeds all expectations of comfort, personalised service and sophistication. The elegant, all-suite ships carry no more than 732 guests to all corners of the globe - giving them the best crew to guest ratio at sea. Itineraries can include visits to some of the most enchanting destinations on the planet, making Regent’s luxurious ships - Seven Seas Voyager®, Seven Seas Mariner®, Seven Seas Navigator®, Seven Seas Splendor®, and Seven Seas Explorer® - the ultimate way to discover the world. What makes Regent really special is the all-inclusive which really does include everything you could possibly want or need including their renowned shore excursions which are unlimited for all guests. Additionally, you will receive complimentary wi-fi, beverages including fine wines and spirits, speciality restaurants, pre-paid gratuities and much more.

14 nights from €9685 per person based on 10 night Caribbean Cruise on the Regent Seven Seas Navigator for two adults sharing a Deluxe Window Suite on All-Inclusive followed by 4 nights at Fairmont Royal Pavilion sharing a Luxury Oceanfront Room including breakfast. DEPART: 03 Feb 2023.

BARBADOS

02 Beach Club & Spa is Barbados’s newest addition and has lit up the South Coast with a fresh twist on the luxury all-inclusive concept. Sitting proudly in front of 1,000ft of white beach, this is a cool and contemporary hotel with a relaxed beach vibe and a choice of 130 rooms and suites, including swim-up, adult-only and two-bedroom options. The new all-inclusive concept offers exceptional dining with options from relaxed indoor spaces and breezy outdoor decks to gourmet fine dining or the casual beachside grill. There are three pools, so you’ll find plenty of space for a quick dip; two are adult-only, so there’s no need to worry about finding a quiet spot for relaxing - and that’s before you even venture out onto the beach. A choice of nightly entertainment, six dining options and two swimup pool bars means you can spend each evening of your holiday in a different spot to toast the sunset. Indulge in the magnificent Acqua Spa located on the 8th floor boasting the islands only hammam spa suite and floor to ceiling glass views with treatment rooms overlooking the ocean waters - each treatment is created with ‘wellness through water’ in mind so you can immerse your senses in refreshing and rejuvenating treatments. The O2 Beach Club & Spa is ideal for couples, groups of friends and families with teenagers, offering a range of unforgettable experiences including private ‘Learn To’ experiences and a host of all-inclusive additions.

7 nights from €3,079 per person sharing a Club Room on All-Inclusive. OFFER: Save up to 45%. STAY: 24 Apr - 21 Dec 2022.

CRUISES

The Seabourn experience is unlike any other form of travel. These masterfully-designed resorts at sea are like private clubs atop the water, offering the perfect blend of relaxed elegance, intuitive personalised service, all-suite accommodation and exquisite cuisine. Guests can become absorbed in destinations covering all seven continents through Seabourn’s purposeful and sustainable travel experiences in partnership with UNESCO. Accommodations feature a spacious private veranda in nearly all the luxuriously-appointed oceanfront suites, where a glass of Champagne upon arrival comes as standard, and your in-suite bar is stocked with your preferences. World-class dining is another highlight, further enhanced through a partnership with acclaimed chef, Thomas Keller, and guests can dine whenever and with whomever they wish. There are six or more open bars and lounges, alongside ample deck space, sparkling pools and the pampering delights of the Spa at Seabourn. The allinclusive lifestyle also makes Seabourn a very social place to be; guests can sip Champagne on deck, or mingle in The Club as they sample exclusive cocktails created by master mixologist, Brian Van Flandern. With Seabourn, everything’s included, from premium spirits and fine wines, to entertainment and expert lectures. Tipping is neither required, nor expected, so you can relax and enjoy the wonder and excitement that comes with exploring the world aboard these award-winning intimate ships.

7-DAY WINDWARD ISLAND JEWELS CRUISE SEABOURN OVATION Embark on a round-trip cruise from Barbados and take in the sun-kissed islands of the Caribbean. Marvel at the soaring twin Pitons in Saint Lucia and take in the glossy yachts and beaches of Antigua.

11 nights from €7,485 per person based on a 7-night Windward Island Jewels cruise on the Seabourn Ovation for two adults sharing a Veranda Suite on All-Inclusive followed by 4 nights at Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels, Barbados sharing Pool/ Garden View Room on All-Inclusive. DEPART: 18 March 2023.

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