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Domes of Corfu, Autograph Collection, Corfu, Greece Domes of Corfu, part of the Autograph Collection and the Domes portfolio, is a new beachfront resort, surrounded by forest and sea and sporting trendy accommodations in natural hues. It is desirably positioned only steps from the natural Glyfada beach, one of the best stretches of sand on the island. It is only a 25-minute drive to the Corfu’s old town with its historic Old Fortress, pretty little winding streets and charming restaurants.
The hotel’s tropical-styled rooms and suites are imbued with a sense of calm and are fantastic value for money. They are decorated in warm and dark earthy tones and enhanced by sustainable natural materials. Families who want a separate sleeping area for children should opt for the Tropical Sublime Family Suite with sliding doors dividing the suite. The Horizon Family Retreat are more economical but these only have a blackout curtain separator. We would highly recommend the upscale Haute Living Selection whereby you opt for a superior room category enjoying a range of added value services such as dedicated 24-hour concierge service, premium room amenities and access to the exclusive lounge where you can enjoy all day hot and cold snacks and drinks. These suites also offer a complimentary upgrade to the Dine Around Half Board programme. Watersports are available on the sandy beach such as water bikes, SUP and canoe (by an external company). In resort, there are designated spaces for families and adults only, including separate swimming pools, a creche, Kids’ Club and teens’ zone. Foodies will enjoy the street food trucks and artisan deli shops in the open-air area called the Core (open three times a week). There’s three appealing restaurants such as Frourio which serves Greek cuisine fused with Italian, seafood Topos and a buffet. The fantastic concierge at the hotel offers a range of experiences in the hotel and the wider area which include walking tours of the old town, boat trips and olive oil and wine tasting. Guests can also relax and rejuvenate at the Soma Spa (Elemis Partnership) which offers a full-service menu of massages and treatments.
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Accommodation
135 rooms & 98 suites.
Transfer Time
25 minutes by car from Corfu International Airport.
Food & Drink
Three restaurants / four bars.
Child Care
Créche (6 months to 3,99 years, chargeable) and complimentary Kid’s Club (4 - 12 years). Seasonal teens activities (ages 12 - 18). Babysitting available on request.
Sapphire Family Suite
Bungalow Sea Front
Eagles Palace Halkidiki, Greece Beautifully situated on one of the best beaches of the unspoilt Athos peninsula with a lush green hilly backdrop, this traditional family-run hotel resides in blooming fragrant gardens with palms, olives and pines.
Décor is low-key with light airy rooms that feature traditional Greek hues. Family Suites are divided by a sliding door which separates the sleeping and living areas, for more privacy. For the ultimate in seclusion, we recommend the Sea Front Suites and the Bungalows, positioned in the grounds with beach access and spectacular sea views. Service is personal and attentive and you can even press an ingenious little button on your lounger to call your beach or pool butler to take your order. All the pools in the resort are heated. There’s a good choice of restaurants with grilled meats at Vinum Rotisserie, fresh fish at sea front Armyra or gastronomic modern Greek at Kamares. If you love water sports and beach life then this is probably the hotel for you. The award-winning beach slopes gently into shallow waters making it ideal for little ones and there’s a PADI dive centre and a six day water sports programme for children (age 5 - 13 years) introducing them to the basics of sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, water skiing and diving, under the guidance of RYA instructors. At the end of the week, there’s a Regatta, where children can take part in some fun races. The Elemis spa boasts a choice of holistic treatments and therapies. Explorers can take advantage of a five-minute shuttle to the local village of Ouranoupolis or a cultural trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Athos, along with Stagira, birthplace of Aristotle.
Accommodation
157 rooms, suites and bungalows.
Transfer Time
90 minutes by car from Thessaloniki Airport.
Food & Drink
Five restaurants at Eagles Palace / two at Eagles Villas / four bars.
Child Care
Chargeable Créche and Kids Club (age 4 months to 13 years). Babysitting available on request.
Eagles Villas Halkidiki, Greece Located on one of the most beautiful beaches on the unspoilt Athos peninsula, these luxury self-contained villas (a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World), are perched on top of lush green hills, with stunning sea and sunset views.
Villas are designed to a very superior specification and are inspired by traditional Greek design with a fresh, elegant feel. For the height of exclusivity, interiors boast expansive chic spaces, as well as a private plunge pool heated to 26˚C, outdoor terrace, nespresso coffee machine and wine cooler. Accommodations range from the standard Junior Pool, the Ocean One Bedroom with two full marble bathrooms to the truly special Residential Two Bedroom Villas, which are bi-level and some of which have a private garden.
The beauty of the villas is you can enjoy the privacy of your own luxury plot but have all the extensive facilities of the resort at your fingertips, such as the award-wining spa, water sports centre, main pools, special kids area and shaded pool (all the pools are heated). The active or sporty can take advantage of a complete range of high-end activities from yoga, gym and tennis to Greek cultural lessons and sunset cruises.
Eagles Villas has a buffet restaurant, located in the main building, and á la carte Italian restaurant Eleonas. You can even arrange to have a private dinner on your terrace for special occasions.
Accommodation
42 villas.
Transfer Time
90 minutes by car from Thessaloniki Airport.
Food & Drink
Two restaurants. There are a further five restaurants at Eagles Palace.
Child Care
Chargeable Créche and Kids Club (age 4 months to 13 years) in the resort. Babysitting available on request.
Ithomi Sapientza Villa
The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Navarino, Messinia, Greece Situated on the Peloponnese peninsula, The Romanos Resort is a glossy purpose-built hotel in a largely undiscovered corner of Greece set in acres of lavender fields dotted with olive trees and overlooking miles of unspoilt beach.
The Romanos Resort, member of The Luxury Collection, is the signature property of Costa Navarino (sister hotel The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is next door) and every inch of it oozes sophisticated luxury combined with attentive service and faultless attention to detail. The hotel boasts contemporary styling, corridors of slick marble and atmospheric barbecue fire pits. The Romanos Ionian Exclusive are beautiful suites and villas which are a cut above the rest with contemporary stylish design and special added benefits and privileges such as butler service. There’s plenty to keep you entertained here, from the adrenalin-pumping activities such as amazing tennis courts at Europe’s first Mouratoglou tennis centre to biking, hiking and diving to the 4,000m² Anazoe Spa as well as countless classy restaurants many of which have received local and international awards. The multi-award winning Anazoe Spa is based on therapeutic olive-oil treatments called Oleotherapy® combined with ancient local practices. The cycle to Voidokilia beach (one of the world’s most beautiful according to The Times) is a memorable one. Two signature championship golf courses (18-hole) and two new courses open in 2022 offer the ideal challenge for golfers. If you want to soak up the local authentic culture there are philosophy walks, olive and wine harvesting and village cooking lessons to add to your experience. In the evenings you will love the vibrant Agora (a traditional style village) in the centre of the resort which has cross-cultural restaurants by acclaimed chefs, shops and bars as well as occasional live music and a fantastic outdoor cinema for evening screenings under the stars. In addition there’s Sandcastle which is arguably one of the best designed clubs in Europe. Another highlight is the brand-new Division 16 youth hub and the recreation area with its own aqua park. Voted No.1 in Top Resorts in Greece at Condé Nast Traveller’s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards, it also features in the 2020 Condé Nast Gold List.
Accommodation
321 rooms, suites & villas.
Transfer Time
40 minutes by car from Kalamata Airport.
Food & Drink
More than 20 restaurants & bars, diner, souvlakerie, ice cream parlour, pool bars, coffee shops and lounges.
Child Care
Chargeable Sandcastle (age 4 - 12 years) and Division 16 Youth Hub for teens. Children’s golf lessons, tennis lessons, biking and stand up paddle boarding are available. Babysitting on request.
Situated on the Peloponnese peninsula, laid-back and action-packed, The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is located in a largely undiscovered corner of Greece, in acres of lavender fields dotted with olive trees and overlooking miles of unspoilt beach.
Modern rooms and countless facilities make it perfect for families, with a wide range of accommodation options built in local natural materials to blend in with its surroundings. There are many special activities for the family to share together at the recreation area which has its own water park with slides, adventure playground, bowling alley and American-style diner. In addition there are a range of sports on offer including two championship golf courses, with a further two new courses in 2022, an indoor sports arena, Europe’s first Mouratoglou tennis centre and water sports. There’s also the innovative Sandcastle, arguably one of Europe’s best designed kids’ clubs, while the new Division 16 youth hub features an ‘Escape’ room, a space dedicated to virtual gaming and a karaoke room, together with on-trend culinary options. If you like to get out and about; enjoy a family cookery class, watch sea turtles lay their eggs on The Dunes Beach or children can join the little Archaeologists or Gardeners programmes. You can also scale the indoor climbing wall or enjoy local authentic experiences such as Messinian picnics or cooking. In the evenings you will love the vibrant Agora (a traditional style village) in the centre of the resort which has several varied restaurants as well as occasional live music and a fantastic outdoor cinema for evening screenings under the stars. The more exclusive The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, sister hotel to the The Westin Resort Costa Navarino, resides on the other side of the Agora and shares many of the facilities in this village style area. Voted top resort in Greece at Condé Nast Traveller’s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Accommodation
445 rooms & suites.
Transfer Time
40 minutes by car from Kalamata Airport.
Food & Drink
More than 20 restaurants & bars, diner, souvlakerie, ice cream parlour, pool bars, coffee shops and lounges.
Child Care
Chargeable Sandcastle (age 4 - 12 years) and Division 16 Youth Hub for teens. Children’s golf lessons, tennis lessons, biking and stand up paddle boarding are available. Babysitting on request.
Portugal
Think of the Algarve in Southern Portugal and most people think of its endless beaches and fabulous climate, which is mild in winter and yet cooled by sea breezes in the heat of summer. However there is much more to the Algarve than just sun and sea. It has a unique charm which derives from the warmth of its people, its Moorish influence and the rich diversity of its majestic landscapes.
Portugal’s beautiful coastlines are characterised by miles of superb sandy beaches, pretty fishing villages with winding narrow streets and some of Europe’s best golf courses. Further inland you will find idyllic white-washed Moorish towns that shimmer in the sunlight over olive and orange groves and brightly coloured, verdant hillsides.
The area is home to some of Europe’s most established luxury resorts which have excellent facilities and settings. A haven for sports enthusiasts, you can enjoy all manner of activities from golfing on the championship golf courses to sailing, surfing and water-skiing to a day at the world class tennis clubs.
Flight Time: Approximately 3 hours to Faro Airport (direct from London, Manchester, Birmingham and most other regional UK airports).
Weather: A hot Mediterranean climate which is tempered by the cooling breezes of the Atlantic Ocean. During spring and summer months you can expect sunny and dry conditions. Winter months are mild but subject to rain.
Currency: Euro
Language: Portuguese
ANANTARA Vilamoura Algarve Resort Portugal
This very contemporary resort is Anantara’s debut in Europe. This flagship property, by the prestigious Anantara brand famous for its hotels in Thailand and the Maldives, is close to the charming town of Vilamoura, only 10 minute’s drive from the bustling marina and unspoilt coastline.
Overlooking the golf course, this Far-Eastern influenced resort offers sophisticated rooms channeling clean lines and art-deco. A lovely touch is a dedicated check-in lounge available to all guests to make your arrival extra special. Newly created are luxury Family Suites which sleep up to four. All the Suites enjoy the added benefits of full butler service (highly recommended) and á la carte breakfast at gourmet Emo.
The perfect destination for relaxation, there are three impressive swimming pools (one for adults only, the Palms pool is heated in low season) and a brand new Anantara Spa. Asian-influenced treatments focused on ancient healing traditions are extensive and indulgent, as you would expect from this very high-end brand, and there is also a Turkish Hammam, yoga and thai-chi sessions and a high-tech gym. Golf enthusiasts will revel in the 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Arnold Palmer, which can be directly accessed from the hotel.
There are a number of delicious restaurants to choose from including a fine dining Portuguese with a modern twist and resident sommelier or divine á la carte seafood at ‘Ria’ in a tranquil pool setting. There is a complimentary on-demand transfer to the marina or beach by mini-van. Guests can enjoy access to nearby trendy club and restaurant Puro Beach in high season (charge applies).
Accommodation
280 rooms & suites
Transfer Time
30 minutes by car from Faro Airport.
Food & Drink
Three restaurants / three bars.
Child Care
Crèche (0 - 3 years) and Kids’ Club (age 4 - 12 years). Babysitting available on request.
Golf Suite
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Portugal
The sleek Tivoli Marina Vilamoura boasts an enviable position surrounded by the pretty and popular Vilamoura marina, and a golden sandy beach. If you like to walk out in the evening the waterfront has an exciting selection of shops, bars and restaurants.
Exceptionally well-designed, this stylish hotel has been recently revamped with new additions such as Deluxe Family rooms that sport cool natural shades and glass balconies (these accommodate families of four). There are a few cosmopolitan restaurants to choose from including a chic new Italian restaurant, a mouth-watering steak house and an intimate lounge bar with a chilled out ambience set in the hotel’s grounds. The new Tivoli Spa nestles perfectly in the manicured gardens and offers massages with expert masseurs. In summer the property opens the world-renowned Puro Beach, famous for its funky Ibiza-esque décor including huge four poster day beds, late night live music from a resident DJ and exclusive themed parties. During the day sun loungers and VIP beds can be hired for a charge. Sports and leisure facilities include a health club, gymnasium, putting green and outdoor and indoor swimming pools. From the marina, you can go sailing, deep-sea fishing, or scuba diving. If you are into golf there are five championship courses easily accessible by complimentary shuttle.
Accommodation
383 rooms and suites.
Transfer Time
25 minutes by car from Faro Airport.
Food & Drink
Three restaurants / four bars. Puro Beach is open in the summer.
Child Care
T Kids Playroom (unsupervised), children’s playground and indoor play area. Babysitting available on request.
Deluxe Family Room Marina View
