minutes by car from Larnaca Airport

Royal Hideaway Corales Suites & Corales Beach La Caleta, Tenerife, Spain

The five-star Grand Luxury Royal Hideaway Corales Suites and Corales Beach are sister hotels, from the Barceló group, in the quiet yet high-end La Caleta area of the island with very contemporary suites perfect for families and junior suites for adults (age 16 years and over) respectively. The striking buildings, resemble the shape of an ocean liner, and are set in 10,000m² of stunning volcanic landscape.

Corales Suites consists of suites with one, two and three bedrooms, all boasting impressive ocean views, a separate living room, kitchen and terrace, and 54 come with their own private pool. The junior suites next door at Corales Beach (adults only) are light, modern and spacious, while the floor-to-ceiling windows open onto a large outside area complete with sun loungers. The top floor suites have a Jacuzzi on the terrace. Bathroom toiletries are by Rituals and there is free Wi-Fi throughout both hotels. The architecture of the properties draws on influences from the local natural environment. Tenerife’s ocean coral provides much of the inspiration for many of the communal areas, while a cave-inspired reception is uniquely built into the rocks underground.

There are six restaurants across the whole resort, three can be used by families and especially popular for day-to-day dining is Starfish The Grill. For fine dining book El Rincón de Juan Carlos, located on the top floor in Corales Beach next to the trendy pool and cocktail bar, offering beautiful views over the Atlantic. It’s run by two Michelin-starred chefs who draw on local Canarian cuisine. San Hô is a must with a PeruvianJapanese menu, show cooking and a sushi bar. The pool areas are very sleek and hip with lovely views out to sea and Balinese-style daybeds, one pool is particularly for families and two are for adults.

There’s also access to a pebble beach and an adults-only fully equipped gym with a daily programme of fitness activities (yoga, tai chi, pilates and more). If you want to rejuvenate there is a focus on wellness in the beautiful spa for adults complete with a sauna, steam room, plunge pool and a small swimming pool. The shops and restaurants of a quiet fishing village are just a minute's stroll away.

Accommodation

114 suites at Corales Suites 121 junior suites at Corales Beach (adults only).

Transfer Time

20 minutes by car from Tenerife South (Reina Sofia) Airport.

Food & Drink

Six restaurants / three bars / one ice cream parlour across the resort.

Child Care

Kids’ Club (age 4 - 12 years) at Corales Suites. Children under 4 can join the kids club under supervision.

Las Terrazas de Abama Guía de Isora, Tenerife, Spain This collection of modern and spacious apartment suites (ranging from one to four bedroom) are situated above the Abama golf course on the tranquil southwest coast of the island.

Each of the accommodation buildings, dotted around a beautiful green hillside boast spectacular views of the sea and the resort’s stunning subtropical gardens. Design is key with very chic rooms boasting walnut furniture, marble and natural silks and expansive indoor and outdoor spaces. The accommodations, as the name suggests, sport private open terraces (28 to 123m2) with sweeping Atlantic Ocean views and offer all the mod cons you would expect for a ‘home away from home’ stay including fully equipped highspec kitchens. Some of the apartments are equipped with an exterior Jacuzzi and the ground-floor suites in each building have private gardens. Las Terrazas de Abama are grouped around three heated swimming pools and a social club and enjoy access to the professional tennis academy and The Ritz-Carlton Abama’s beach with imported pale sand. Personal training sessions, massages and treatments can be organised in-room. There’s also an artisan shop on-site with a selection of fine wines and foods available to purchase. The Melvin restaurant, with its menu designed by ten Michelin-star chef Martin Berasategui, is open for breakfast and dinner and boasts unique dishes influenced by local products and island flavours. Avid golfers will love the Dave Thomas championship golf course (Terrazas guests can enjoy special rates) which is only a short walk away. Las Terrazas de Abama provides a complimentary shuttle service to the Abama resort’s facilities.

Accommodation

151 apartment suites.

Transfer Time

30 minutes by car from Tenerife South (Reina Sofia) Airport.

Food & Drink

One restaurant / pool bar.

Child Care

Kids’ Club (age 4 - 14 years).

Sheraton La Caleta Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain Perfect for a week’s winter escape or good value summer break, this contemporary hotel offers luxury and privacy within its gated grounds but is only minutes from the local restaurants, bars, beaches and shops of the exclusive area of Costa Adeje.

There is a wide choice of room types on offer and even the standard rooms are spacious, modern and designed to a high specification. We highly recommend the Premium Sea View rooms which offer privileged views from the terrace to the Atlantic Ocean..

The hotel has a range of mouth-watering and varied restaurants from light lunches at the pool side restaurant to exquisite Spanish specialities and a trendy intimate Japanese. If you like to be pampered you can enjoy treatments at Eutonos Spa, a peaceful and comprehensive spa which relaxes you as soon as you enter its doors, and there is a really useable gym with complimentary access for all guests. There’s also a tennis and paddle court on-site.

The Guanchito Club is available for kids from 4 to 12 years old. This facility, covering 600m2, is made up of several play areas: a mini football pitch, shaded play area with organized activities, swings, mini-golf and a heated pool. M@GMA Teens Club for kids from 8 years offers a DJ booth & dance floor, three PlayStations and a Teens-Link with two computers where the kids can surf the net.

Accommodation

284 rooms & suites.

Transfer Time

20 minutes by car from Tenerife South (Reina Sofia) Airport.

Food & Drink

Four restaurants / two bars.

Child Care

Guanchito Club (age 4 - 12 years) and M@GMA Teens Club (age 8 upwards). Babysitting available on request.

All ll-Inc Inclusive

IKOS Andalusia Estepona Spain

IKOS Andalusia, is the first luxury all-inclusive outside of Greece from the very successful IKOS Resorts. Located on Spain’s Costa del Sol in the heart of Andalusia, this chic resort is close to the cosmopolitan centre of Marbella and the historic town of Estepona.

This purpose-built resort in 21 acres of beautifully manicured gardens features the IKOS signature luxury all-inclusive concept (Infinite Lifestyle™). The contemporary suites and rooms enjoy private balconies, gardens and some come with private pools. Service and dining are of a very high quality with six à la carte options including Greek cuisine at Ouzo by Michelin-starred chef Lefteris Lazarou and Asian fusion dishes at Anaya. Of special note is the very flexible 24hour room service and continuous all-day beach and pool service with a selection of snacks and cocktails, internationally branded spirits and fine wines to choose from. You can even dine-out at a selection of local restaurants all included in the rate.

IKOS provides an adults-only pool and section on the beach, which offer a quiet and peaceful area to relax. Families will appreciate the beach babysitting service (children over 4 years) with the first 30 minutes complimentary. For those looking to unwind, you can be pampered at the Anne Semonin spa with an indoor/outdoor pool or the more energetic can enjoy the dedicated sports facility area, mountain biking or water sports. Exciting evening entertainment includes west-end style shows, beach parties and live music. We highly recommend the Deluxe Collection suites which enjoy special privileges such as a dedicated Deluxe Personal Concierge service, select check-in and check-out, a special dinner with beach views and an exclusive beach and heated pool (including a dedicated children’s pool) with unique snacks and cocktails.

For golf enthusiasts, there’s a free green fee at the Los Naranjos Golf Club. In addition for a day out you can experience complimentary tickets to museums such as the Pablo Picasso and the Pompidou Centre. Also enjoy a day behind the wheel of a brand new MINI all included part of the rate.

Accommodation

411 rooms & suites.

Transfer Time

55 minutes by car from Malaga Airport.

Email: info@travelbeam.co.uk | Web: www.travelbeam.co.uk | Food & Drink Seven restaurants / seven bars (Infinite Lifestyle™ all-inclusive concept). Child Care Hero Crèche (age 4 months - 3.99 years, chargeable), complimentary Mini Club (age 4 - 11 years), Football Academy available (18 months 14 years in age groups) and Teens Club (age 12 - 17 years) in high season. It is essential to pre-book the Créche and Mini-Club. Babysitting available on request. 1 625 538 634

7Pines Kempinski Ibiza, Spain

In a simply stunning clifftop location on the west coast facing the mystical rock of Es Vedrá, this all-suite resort, part of The Leading Hotels of the World, is surrounded by pine forest and azure waters offering panoramic ocean views.

Open plan one- and two-bedroom suites designed in an Ibizan village layout amidst lush gardens are suitable for couples and groups of friends. These accommodations boast plenty of natural light, modern furnishings and neutral tones. The largest of these also have their own swimming pools. The suites enjoy views over the gardens, village or sea. The Laguna area is a ‘resort within the resort’ concept featuring 42 one and two bedroom suites (some with a shared swim-up pool). In prime position for the sunset are the two-bedroom Cliff Suites with unparalleled views to the sea.

The Pershing Yacht Terrace bar emulates a Pershing 9X yacht in design. The resort was built to take in the stunning vista and the restaurants are no exception with ‘Cone Club’ which specialises in Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, with tapas and fresh local products. ‘The View’ offers Spanish with Asian touches in a fantastic tasting menu with three or five courses.

The ‘Pure Seven’ spa has treatments with natural, local products and features a whirlpool, indoor relaxation room, gym with shower and areas to relax and 1500m2 of holistic wellness space, with a yoga terrace facing Es Vedra.

There are two large outdoor pools, one of which is an adults-only infinity pool (age 16 years and over) with an aquarium style transparent side and sunbeds facing the mesmerizing views. Only 200m away, you will find the public beach and beautifully bohemian Cala Codalar. The concierge are more than happy to help with destination information about “what to do with kids” on the island.

Cliff-Suite Duplex

Accommodation

186 suites.

Transfer Time

25 minutes from Ibiza Airport.

Food & Drink

Two restaurants / four bars.

Child Care

Kids’ Club (age 4 - 14 years). Babysitting available on request (extra charge).

Aguas de Ibiza Grand Luxe Hotel Ibiza, Spain

This super polished property offers a serene retreat on the island’s more peaceful north east. This is very much a place for couples looking for a very trendy oasis of calm to groups celebrating for special occasions or chilled families with younger children to have a base from which to explore. With access to the beautiful beaches and trendy eateries of the north and only half an hour from Ibiza Town, it offers the best of both worlds.

Set in Santa Eularia’s marina you can easily walk out to local shops and restaurants and there is a small beach only 50m away with the new Chiringuito Blue Beach Club and loungers (at an additional daily charge).

New this year is a whole block of stunning Premier rooms and a rooftop bar and restaurant with an adults-only infinity pool and jaw-dropping sunset views. Rooms sport Bang and Olufsen TVs and natural stone bathrooms. Larger suites have bigger terraces and better sea views. Communal areas and rooms are effortlessly styled to perfection from multi-coloured raffia day beds by the pool, to the turquoise string chairs, hanging plants and pendant lights up on the rooftop all beautifully maintained as if brand new.

There are two large pools in the garden with plenty of grassy space for children to play or adults to relax. The 1,800m² Revival Spa is the biggest on the island and takes over the whole of the basement. Futuristic in design, with treatments by Clarins and pools with differing temperatures it would be easy to spend days of bliss down there. There’s also a fitness studio with yoga and pilates. The buffet restaurant serves a fabulous breakfast whilst dinners can be enjoyed at colourful Alabastro with its Mediterranean cuisine and new Peruvian Maymanta on the hotel’s roof from promising chef Omar Malpartida.

The hotel is only 10 minutes by taxi from the famous Las Dalias hippe market, 15 minutes from Amante Beach Restaurant (known for its outdoor beach cinemas) and 15 minutes to the beautiful Aguas Blancas beach.

Accommodation

145 rooms & suites.

Transfer Time

30 minutes by car from Ibiza Airport

Food & Drink

Three restaurants / three bars.

Child Care

Complimentary Kids’ Club (age 3-12 years). Babysitting available on request.

Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Resort Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain

This resort is ideally located on the white sandy beach of Playa Dorada and very close to the old town and the modern Marina.

It is the perfect setting for peace and relaxation with four outdoor pools and two Jacuzzis surrounded by lovely gardens and spectacular sea views. Rooms are elegant and simply furnished with a range of facilities, free WiFi and satellite TV. Family Suites and Royal Kiko Suites, situated in the annex building, have plenty of space and are designed to create the perfect base for a family break with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. For couples the Double Relax rooms (adults only), offer exclusive daily benefits including gourmet á la carte breakfast and complimentary spa circuit access.

There is an excellent choice of restaurants ranging from a lovely Italian and Spanish Tapas to the Japanese with its show cooking or the delicious gourmet Isla de Lobos with its Canarian cuisine. You will find service is superb and nothing is too much trouble for the staff. There is much to do in the evenings with a choice of live entertainment and professional stage shows on offer several times a week at cocktail and music lounge bar ‘4 Lunas’ .

To relax you can retreat to the Thalassotherapy Centre, with its indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and fabulous treatments. The sporty can work out in the fully equipped gym, play tennis or try their hand at a game of beach volleyball. Set by the sea, Kikoland is a fantastic play area for children with different pools and activities according to age. Children will adore this huge Kids’ Club which has three swimming pools, tennis courts and a football pitch with football school (high season).

Accommodation

385 rooms & suites.

Transfer Time

40 minutes by car from Arrecife Airport.

Food & Drink

Eight restaurants / four bars.

Child Care

Chargeable Baby Kikoland (4 months - 35 months), Kikoland children’s play area (age 3 - 16 years). In addition there is Kikopark, a soft playground area in the main hotel near to the restaurants. Babysitting available on request.

Hotel Fariones Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain This five-star adult-recommended property, by PY hotels (the same people behind sister hotel Princesa Yaiza), has reopened recently after a total overhaul with extensive investment.

In a privileged and peaceful location in Puerto del Carmen, it has direct access to a seafront promenade and to three different beaches, the beautiful, extensive Playa Grande and the idyllic cove Playa Chica. Within easy walking distance from the harbour are a range of restaurants and shops.

Featuring lovely ocean views, the slick and stylish new double rooms and junior suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini fridges and living areas, plus balconies or terraces. Double relax rooms and suites enjoy the Relax Package including gourmet á la carte breakfast, with a sea view terrace, and daily aromatherapy on turn-down service (age 16 years+). This extensive adults-only terrace is the perfect place for couples to relax and has a solarium, heated swimming pool and a chill-out bar (this area is accessed from the 4th floor).

There are three delicious restaurants including a buffet restaurant, a deluxe tapas uniquely set in a cave carved from rocks from the beach and a gourmet Asian. Directly on the sea front, it has a pretty infinity pool surrounded by palm trees plus two outside hot tubs. The active can take advantage of the high-tech gym, tennis courts or fitness classes in the neighbouring Sport Centre Fariones. Diving and biking rental is available on the beach.

Golfers will appreciate the nearby Lanzarote Golf, which is only a five minute drive from the hotel, which offers special golf packages for hotel guests.

Accommodation

213 rooms.

Transfer Time

15 minutes from Lanzarote Airport.

Food & Drink

Three restaurants / two bars / one snack bar (seasonal).

Child Care

Children are welcome.

Junior Suite Loft

Italy

A country described as the ‘Bel Paese’ (beautiful country) it is acclaimed for its passionate people; love of fine dining and its wealth of culture. Italy is a charming destination that has inspired many poets and painters for centuries.

.Its enchanting cities of Florence, Rome and Naples offer landmarks of pure passion and art. The fashion capital of Milan provides a city shopping experience like no other.

The unique island of Sardinia off Southern Italy has beautiful sandy white beaches, idyllic turquoise seas and green forested mountains. What’s more you can enjoy glamorous restaurants and some of the most luxurious resorts in Europe. Away from the mainland, Sicily is the largest of the Italian islands and is famed for superlative cuisine, ancient temples and stunning beaches.

Flight Time: Approximately 3 hours to Palmero Airport, 3 hours to Catania Airport (direct from London, Manchester, Birmingham and other regional airports) and 2 hours 30 minutes to Cagliari Airport (direct from London, Manchester and Bristol).

Weather: Summers are hot, especially in Southern Italy and the islands, whilst spring and autumn are mild.

Currency: Euro

Language: Italian

Time Difference: GMT +1 to +3 hours

Forte Village Resort Sardinia, Italy

The unique Forte Village Resort is set in centuries-old grounds by a stunning powder white beach and features eight elegant hotels with faultless service and delicious restaurants that keep guests returning year on year.

The resort has a refreshing village-style layout allowing guests to switch off from the world and feel totally relaxed. It is very easy to walk around with all the facilities only five minutes’ walk from the main hotel reception. Four star Hotel Bouganville and Hotel Le Palme feature bungalow-style rooms in thick shaded gardens. For adults the four-star Hotel Il Borgo is an appealing option with bungalows close to the sea. Ideal for families is the fivestar Hotel Pineta, a small collection of two-story buildings with contemporary new-look rooms in a lovely pine grove. For a more classic approach we love the five-star Hotel Castello with more traditional style rooms, a dedicated reception and use of the two pools reserved for five star hotels. Accommodation in the five-star Hotel Le Dune has the sublime feel of an individual Deluxe Bungalow paired with hotel services and has a new salt-water infinity pool with sea views. The unspoilt beach has miles of pale sand, crystal clear waters, water sports and a PADI diving centre. If you want to chill-out you will be in heaven at the AcquaForte SPA. At the “Forte Village Sport Academy” you can enjoy countless sports with professional experts including the Tennis Academy with 13 tennis courts, Rugby by Austin Healey, Bike Academy, Swimming Academy, the Chelsea Soccer School, Dance Academy, Netball and Boxing Academy (also there’s an indoor sports centre). There is a Children’s Wonderland with three pools, a special pink Barbie™ activity centre, a restaurant and Mario’s Village with its own cinema and diner. Leisure Land boasts eight bowling alleys, go karts and a disco. In the evening (high season), there is fantastic entertainment in the Piazza Luisa with live shows. The Forte Arena is an open air theatre with top artists. Winner of ‘World’s Leading Resort and Wellness Retreat’ and ‘Europe’s Leading Luxury Family Beach’ .

Accommodation

More than 700 rooms, suites & villas in total.

Transfer Time

50 minutes by car from Cagliari (Elmas Airport).

Food & Drink

21 restaurants /14 bars (seasonal) and a nightclub throughout the resort. Michelin-starred chefs such as Massimiliano Mascia at La Terrazza San Domenico and the Forte Bay restaurant.

Child Care

Nursery (age 0 - 2 years charge applies), complimentary Mini-Club (age 2 - 12 years), Children’s Wonderland and Mario’s Village and Leisure Land for teens.

United Arab Emirates

Dubai is one of seven United Arab Emirates and is popular because of its year-round sunshine. A land of extremes, you can experience everything from rugged mountains and awe-inspiring sand dunes to luxuriant beaches and ultra-modern shopping malls.

Sip cocktails at the glittering marina, sample haute cuisine in stylish restaurants or go sightseeing and explore some of the city’s most fascinating highlights, including the world’s tallest building – the Burj Khalifa. In the city’s true spirit of indulgence, there is certainly no shortage of things to do in Dubai. Shopping is plentiful, with an abundance of souks, stores and malls. The Dubai Mall – the world’s largest shopping centre – houses more than 1,000 stores. Tax-free purchases are a real draw for the city, especially you if you’re a fan of designer brands. Thrill seekers can take full advantage of the stunning desert landscape by embarking on an Arabian adventure. A day trip into the desert will see you quad-biking through the dunes and braving camel rides, or you can enjoy a night at a Bedouin-inspired camp, tasting juicy barbecued bites and being entertained by colourful belly dancers.

Dining out in Dubai is a lavish affair. Sophisticated restaurants serve a wealth of international cuisine and flavourful Middle Eastern dishes are on offer in some of the world’s most extravagant establishments. Friday brunch is the perfect way to get a feel for authentic Dubaian life, from party brunches with fruity cocktails to sittings that are dripping with gastronomic flair, this city is an expert in kicking off the weekend in style.

Flight Time: Approximately 6 hours 50 minutes to Dubai International Airport (Direct from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester and many other regional airports).

Weather: Dubai are blessed with year-round sunshine, blue skies and very little rain. The best time to visit is between October and April with pleasant high average temperatures during daytime. There can be irregular short rainfall (minimal) mostly between December and March. Summers are scorching.

Currency: UAE Dirham in Dubai

Language: Arabic and English. Most languages are spoken in the hotels.

Time Difference: GMT +4 hours during winter and GMT +3 hours during summer.

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort Dubai, UAE

Thai architecture in an Arabian setting meets child friendly facilities at this sophisticated hotel located on the eastern crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, an archipelago of islands that connect to the mainland.

The resort is clustered around meandering lagoon pools and a beautiful beach and is ideally located near the Dubai Marina, Mall of the Emirates and Aquaventure Water Park with some of the very luxurious villa accommodations residing over water (the only over water villas in the UAE) or with direct beach access. Dining includes a variety of fusion cuisines at the resort’s restaurants, including Asian at the signature venue Mekong, Mediterranean and Australian cuisine. You can also participate in Asian cooking lessons at the cooking school which are available on the terrace of Mekong for couples or the whole family. The private 400m beach with golden sands offers an action-packed sports centre with many water sports on offer such as water-skiing, kayaking, and windsurfing. There are three beautiful turquoise swimming pools to choose from and also an array of sports from football to beach volleyball. If you are into tennis, play on the floodlit courts or enjoy some lessons with expert teachers. The very relaxing Anantara spa, is an Asian-inspired sanctuary with rejuvenating Arabian, Thai and Moroccan treatments, Turkish Hammam and excellent state-of-the-art facilities. There’s a Kids’ Club and Teen Club with a whole host of exciting activities tailored to age.

Accommodation

260 rooms, 33 villas & 220 apartments.

Transfer Time

45 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport.

Food & Drink

Five restaurants/two bars & a lounge.

Child Care

Complimentary Tuk Tuk Kids’ Club and Chill Teens Club (age 4 -17 years). The club has a games room, television and play station.

Premier Room

One&Only The Palm Dubai, UAE

One&Only The Palm is a glossy resort oasis, located on the Palm Jumeirah Island, with a Moorish style of architecture and a contemporary Arabian interior design.

Rooms and suites are located on three levels of the Manor House and the Low-Rise Mansions. There are also four Private Beachfront Villas with each villa including grand outdoor shaded seating and dining areas, plus spacious, lush gardens with a private swimming pool. Personalised roundthe-clock service is provided in this area by a team of dedicated hosts. The resort boasts three elegant and stylish restaurants, including STAY by Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno, ZEST and 101 Dining Lounge and Marina. Dubai’s latest hip and chic dining lounge venue, is located by the resort’s private marina and offers a selection of bites and seafood dishes complemented by an open bar featuring a resident DJ on most evenings. For true relaxation and wellness, the One&Only Guerlain Spa, with its nine beautifully appointed individual Spa Suites, including one exclusive couple suite, invites you on a unique sensatorial journey dedicated to beauty and wellbeing. Just 20 minutes from the world famous Emirates Golf Club and The Montgomerie, Dubai, and 30 minutes away from the other courses, the resort is the perfect place from which to enjoy a golfing break. For the true adventurer, take off into the heart of the desert for a full-day 4x4 desert safari, Bedouin tent dining, a ride on a camel or the chance to surf the sand dunes.

Families travelling with children will be drawn to the KidsOnly programme, with specially designed activities for children such as henna painting, belly dancing and sand sculpting.

Accommodation

33 rooms & suites in the Manor House and 56 rooms & suites in the 6 Low-Rise Mansions and 4 Private Beachfront Villas.

Transfer Time

40 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport.

Food & Drink

Three restaurants / one bar.

Child Care

Complimentary KidsOnly Club (age 4 - 11 years). Babysitting available on request.

Palm Beach Executive Suite With Pool

One&Only Royal Mirage Dubai, UAE

This slick resort comprises of three distinctive properties all with their own unique style and flair. The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa offer grand Arabian-styled design and sumptuous rooms set in a kilometre of private coastline amidst 65 acres of stunning lush palm-fringed gardens. The exclusive sister hotel One&Only The Palm occupies prime position on the adjacent Palm Jumeirah Island.

If you like to be in the thick of it try The Palace, whilst at Arabian Court you will find dramatic architecture nestling majestically in peaceful gardens. For a truly indulgent stay Residence & Spa offers an air of privacy and peace with a private reception, The Dining Room and The Library which are specifically for Residence & Spa guests.

There is plenty to do here whatever your preference. If you wish to relax, enjoy chilling out by the idyllic pool, the 1km powder white private beach or in the state-of-the-art One&Only Spa and traditional Oriental Hammam with its soaring marble domes and endless treatment rooms. The more adventurous can try the water sports, floodlit tennis courts, golf putting green or explore the local area with an exciting 4x4 desert excursion. Children will love the superb KidsOnly Club with its range of activities from camel riding to henna painting. A separate shallow end of the swimming pool is covered and reserved for children.

There’s a good choice of dining venues including the excellent Nina (Arabian Court) with its modern luxury twist on Indo-European cuisine or the opulent Celebrities (The Palace) for special occasions. You can dine at any of the restaurants in resort with the exception of some exclusive facilities at Residence & Spa. Guests can enjoy complimentary access to Aquaventure Waterpark (Atlantis The Palm) and shuttle transfer to Aquaventure and Mall of the Emirates.

Accommodation

170 rooms & suites at The Palace,170 rooms & suites at Arabian Court and 49 rooms & suites including the Beach Garden Villa at Residence & Spa.

Transfer Time

30 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport.

Food & Drink

Nine restaurants (one exclusive to Residence & Spa guests), five bars (one exclusive to Residence & Spa guests) and one private beach club.

Child Care

Complimentary KidsOnly Club (age 4 - 11 years). Babysitting available on request.

Arabian Court - Deluxe Room

The Ritz-Carlton Dubai, UAE

Refined and elegant, this alluring hotel on Jumeirah Beach offers a private oasis in the heart of the Dubai Marina. This boutique hotel offers an intimate ambience which means particular attention is paid to service levels and the friendly and gracious staff really go out of their way to make your stay memorable.

The style epitomises Mediterranean elegance from its richly hued silks and brocades to the classical tiles and woodwork. Rooms all have private balconies or terraces and oversized marble bathrooms and worth a special mention are the Club Level rooms, which have lovely views and access to a private lounge serving a free flow of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from early until late. Diners may choose from Splendido, the contemporary Italian restaurant, International restaurant Caravan, poolside restaurant La Baie, Blue Jade for Pan-Asian cuisine or the Lobby Lounge for afternoon tea. Gulf Pavilion provides poolside service whilst for a special evening try Amaseena, an outdoor restaurant of Bedouin tents. If you want more choice the nearby Dubai Marina offers an exclusive promenade of different fine dining restaurants, coffee shops and retail outlets.

Escape to the spa where ancient eastern therapies and treatments blend seamlessly with European wellness and beauty rituals. Tennis (four courts on-site), golf at one of the nearby clubs and six gorgeous swimming pools are also on offer.

The Ritz-Kids’ team arranges various services and provides a special children’s welcome gift on arrival. Ritz-Kids Club activities range from shell collecting to cookery classes and the hotel offers two sun shaded children’s pools (one with water slide) and a play area.

Accommodation

294 rooms & suites.

Transfer Time

35 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport.

Food & Drink

Nine restaurants and bars.

Child Care

Complimentary Ritz-Kids’ Club (age 4 - 12 years) and babysitting available on request (additional charge). Outdoor facilities include a playground, water slide and a baby pool.

Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai, UAE

Situated on the renowned Jumeirah Beach, this recently completely refurbished hotel is one of Dubai’s most instantly recognisable structures. Arguably one of the top family hotels in Dubai, the hotel appeals to all ages with its spacious guest rooms and suites, diverse array of dining venues and extensive leisure facilities.

Every room has ocean views framed through panoramic floor to ceiling windows and are well-appointed inside with contemporary furnishing, complimentary Wi-Fi, rain showers and free-standing bathtubs. All suites have dedicated lounge access. Larger families and groups will enjoy the One, Two or Three Bedroom Ocean Suites, where expansive living spaces with sun terraces and dedicated lounge access create the perfect getaway. Beit Al Bahar Villas are simply sublime and offer the ultimate in absolute luxury in the form of very contemporary beachside villas.

Half board is highly recommended as the dine around package lets you eat in more than 40 restaurants in the vicinity under the Jumeirah umbrella. On site you have an extensive range of fantastic restaurants such as La Parrila with the best of Latin American cuisine, or perhaps try the buffet Kitchen Connection, an eclectic mix of live cooking stations featuring cuisines of the world.

Whatever you want to do you will find it here as there is one of the widest arrays of leisure facilities around including six swimming pools, squash courts, floodlit tennis courts, countless water sports and unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™ .

Accommodation

599 rooms & suites. There are 19 Beit Al Bahar Royal Villas.

Transfer Time

25 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport.

Food & Drink

14 restaurants, cafes and bars.

Child Care

Complimentary Kids Club (age 4 - 12 years), play area, two children’s pools with slides and water jets. Babysitting available on request.

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Dubai, UAE

This grand opulent property resides majestically on the beachfront of the western crescent of the Palm Jumeirah, with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s skyline.

Decadent rooms and suites, reminiscent of ancient Ottoman palaces, are very spacious (starting at 46m2) and feature advanced technology, rich brocades and lavish furnishings. The top notch residences boast additional benefits such as a 24 hour butler, direct pool access and a private beach. There are many restaurants to choose from all with a certain twist ensuring variety from Lalezar with its modern take on Turkish cuisine to The Rib Room, a steakhouse restaurant and bar that showcases the best of traditional meat and grill dining with a superb selection of wines and cocktails. For entertainment you must sample MusicHall, a unique live music experience over dinner and the private 29-seat cinema with daily screenings aimed at both children and adults. If you opt for half board you can also dine at the surrounding Jumeirah restaurants as part of your meal plan. Another special highlight is the spectacular Talise Ottoman Spa (8,000m2) which has influences from the Ottoman Empire and a staggering 42 treatment rooms, high-tech gym, three authentic Turkish hammams over two levels and a VIP area. There are many activities to enjoy during your day from a tennis centre, pristine private beach with water sports and a shopping arcade with premium boutiques. Families will enjoy complimentary unlimited entrance to the fabulous Wild Wadi Waterpark, located only a short journey away, whilst children will delight in the Sinbad’s Kids Club with activities and facilities which include a mini water park, climbing wall and soft play.

Accommodation

405 rooms & suites, 38 Royal Residences (4 and 5 bedroom).

Transfer Time

45 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport.

Food & Drink

Nine restaurants and lounges.

Child Care

Sinbad’s Kids Club (4 hours per day complimentary) and Splash Park (age 4 - 16 years). Babysitting available on request.

Grand Deluxe Family Room