Preferred Places

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Going the extra mile is standard for Prestige Travel. We are dedicated to getting your holiday right and our arrangements are as individual as you are. Our holidays are tailor-made to suit you, with the best flights, travelling at convenient times, private transfers to your hotel from the airport are included (excluding some properties in Croatia) and multi-centre holidays are our speciality! We can help with any special requests too. Just ask – nothing is too much trouble.

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Important Info

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Thinking of you...

We put a little more thought into getting it right!

We are very proud of the hotels we select, and equally as proud of the approach we take in choosing them.

Not all luxury hotels are the same and ideas of luxury vary.

Whatever your preference we have some very attractive ideas to tempt.

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Family Holidays

Spa Breaks

Golf

In many of our hotels children stay free or have a second room at a discounted rate. Many feature children’s clubs to entertain the little ones, some have children’s discos, children’s ‘kits’ and children’s meals.

We can also arrange baby-sitting.

Indulge yourself in one of the fabulous spas featured in many of our destinations. Spa packages can easily be arranged.

Almost all of our resorts have a selection of golf courses. We can make all the arrangements for you and even arrange discounted green fees and transport to and from the golf course – ideal for a weekend break perhaps?

Short Breaks

All-Inclusive

Half Board

Our destinations lend themselves perfectly to short breaks, and you are still assured of a Prestige service whatever the duration.

To meet requests from some of our guests we include a selection of hotels that offer an All-Inclusive option. Call us for advice or visit prestigetravel.co.uk

Half board is usually available in one restaurant offering a table d’hôte menu or buffet (subject to change).

Other restaurants within an hotel will usually offer a credit for clients on half board. At some hotels we suggest you pay for meals locally as it would be better value.

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CHIC & B O UTI QU E

Unique properties for those of us who prefer something a little out of the ordinary.

As expected our collection offers courteous good service and several are quite small affording a very personal level of care to our guests.

Some are rural, others are located right in the heart of things, or are historic, or you might just like “quirky” hotels that offer a wonderfully different style, that makes you smile. Perhaps dining is important to you, or environmentally friendly hotels?

At Prestige we love to work with special hotels, that we know our guests will love time and time again. Hotels that take great pride in offering the best experience in wonderful surroundings, where nothing is too much trouble. If you don’t want to follow the crowds and prefer something a little bit different, then browse through the small selection of hotels found in most of the destinations we offer.

We can help you make your choice, just let us know your preference.

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Gran Canaria Gran Canaria is alive with varied natural beauty, from the stunning sand dunes of Maspalomas, the volcanic mountainous interior to the world-famous fabulous golden sand beaches.

To explore, well-signposted tracks and trails will lead you to nature reserves on foot or by bicycle. With excellent conditions for surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing Gran Canaria is without doubt a perfect destination for the watersports enthusiast. Scuba divers are well catered for too.

If golf is your game you won’t be disappointed, with ten magnificent courses, all developed by top designers, the island is a golfer’s paradise.

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Gran Canaria Maspalomas

Seaside Palm Beach At a glance Palm Beach is the first Design Hotel on the island and offers easy access to the beach and the dunes, in a modern retro-style interior.

From £1180pp for 7 nights

Location Maspalomas

Accommodation

Getting there 25 mins

Rooms on second and third floors overlook the entrance. Superior rooms on second to fifth floors, Deluxe rooms (photo) on higher floors, Junior Suites and Suites on higher floors have a lounge area all with pool, garden or seaviews. Master Suites with pool or garden views. Most rooms have a shower (bath – on request).

Accommodation 328 rooms

Living Buffet breakfast, à la carte lunch and a four course dinner and three barbecues weekly. À la carte Esencia or La Bodega, specialising in Tapas (seasonal and at a charge). Children’s club, for four to 12 year olds, six days a week. Children’s play area, pool and playground.

Baby-sitting arranged. Large heated swimming pool, Spa and Wellness with saltwater pool, wellness pool, steam bath and saunas.

Boutiques, entertainment, pool bar, beauty salon and hairdresser.

Free Wi-fi.

Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Flexi-dining plan, spa, outdoor gym area Dining options B&B

“Recommended for its beach location, good service and high standards.”

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Gran Canaria Maspalomas

Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia

At a glance From £1580pp for 7 nights

This adults only hotel is well located for the fabulous Maspalomas beach and dunes five minutes away and yet, set in its own palm grove, it has a feeling of seclusion. We can recommend this exceptional hotel with confidence.

Location Maspalomas

Accommodation

Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), flexi-dining plan, spa

Inland view rooms, Superior garden or dune side rooms (photo) or Deluxe pool view rooms. Specific views are on request only.

Larger Junior Suites have pool or garden view or are dune side.

Master Suites have a separate lounge and bedroom.

Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 94 rooms Dining 1 restaurant

Dining options B&B

Living Buffet breakfast. Dinner is buffet twice a week and a four or five course menu five nights a week. À la carte available at a supplement.

Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket for dinner. Pool bar, excellent Wellness Centre, Turkish steam bath, heated saltwater spa pool, spa circuit with use of Thalassotherapy pool, saunas and fitness area is included. Heated saltwater swimming pool, boutique, hairdresser. Piano bar with live music several nights a week. Free Wi-fi.

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“This Grand Luxe ‘Leading Hotels of the World’ is one of the best on the island.”

Gran Canaria Maspalomas

RIU Palace Oasis At a glance This well known hotel is set in extensive and beautiful grounds and has direct access to the Maspalomas beach and dunes and has undergone a complete refurbishment in recent years. Now with a modern design.

Accommodation Renovated rooms with garden view rooms or rooms on the seaside with partial or full seaviews. Standard rooms overlook the hotel car park. Larger, adult only ‘Swim Up’ rooms with small private pool.

Two bedroom Family rooms.

Living Buffet breakfast in the Promenade Restaurant with terrace.

Dinner is buffet in the Promenade restaurant. À la carte dining in the select Krystal fusion restaurant or Botanico Spanish restaurant at no extra cost (pre-booking required). Gentlemen are requested to wear long trousers for dinner. Three swimming pools (heated in winter), Spa and Wellness Centre with free steam bath and Jacuzzi (from 18 years). Children’s playground, small pool (heated in winter), children’s club several times a week. Hairdresser. Live music many evenings and a choice of bars, lounges and shops.

From £1040pp for 7 nights

Location Maspalomas Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 415 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities À la carte dining, children’s club, spa, gym, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“Highly recommended for excellent service, lovely gardens and good location.

Perfect for both couples and families.”

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Gran Canaria Meloneras

H10 Playa Meloneras Palace

At a glance From £1020pp for 7 nights

The H10 Playa Meloneras Palace is located in a quiet position about one mile from the busy resort area of Maspalomas and adjacent to one of the island’s exclusive golf courses.

Accommodation Rooms in the grounds face the garden or the sea. Suites too.

Higher floor Privilege rooms with exclusive Privilege Lounge with complimentary bar, sun terrace with Balinese beds and bar service.

Plus free access to the spa circuit, à la carte breakfast and dinner in à la carte restaurants (reservation required).

Living Tamadaba buffet restaurant. Naturalia for lunch. La Brasserie and Gaudi à la carte restaurants. Tirajana disco bar or lobby bar, with live music. Bars, poolside lounge area with live music and evening shows (weather permitting). Heated children’s pool and children’s club for four to 12 year olds. Inter-connecting rooms.

Three swimming pools (two heated). Despacio Spa Centre with indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath (from 16 yrs).

Boutique, hairdresser, courtesy bus to Maspalomas.

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Location Meloneras Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 374 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Children’s club, spa, tennis, gym Dining options HB (AI option)

“This is a well maintained modern hotel situated on the coast, just 100m from a stone and sand beach with easy access to the promenade.”

Gran Canaria Puerto de Mogan

Cordial Mogan Playa At a glance This popular hotel is set in extensive, sub-tropical gardens and is only a short walk from the beach of Puerto de Mogan and the marina beyond in a very popular area.

Accommodation Spacious twin bedded rooms with a balcony or terrace, some inter-connect. Junior Suites in a single storey building surrounded by lush gardens.

Living Buffet breakfast and dinner in the Tamarona. Dinner is served in two sittings. Half Board Plus option offers local drinks including wine, beer and soft drinks with meals. Poolside à la carte lunch. Two tasting menus in the stylish Michelin Star La Guayres restaurant. Children’s club for four to 12 year olds, pool and playground. Sub-tropical gardens, an archaeological park, two swimming pools (heated in winter), artificial sandy beach and whirlpool. Floodlit ten-pin bowling and bike centre. Inagua Spa and Wellness Centre offering a spa circuit, sauna and indoor pool. Disco bar with live music and entertainment most evenings. Free Wi-fi.

From £980pp for 7 nights

Location Puerto de Mogan Getting there 40 mins Accommodation 487 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Spa, children’s club, tennis, gym, Michelin Star Restaurant Dining options HB (HB Plus option)

“This hotel is highly recommended for good service, lovely gardens and relaxation.”

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Fuerteventura The second largest of the Canary Islands, Fuerteventura is best known for its white sand beaches and weather. The island has 152 separate beaches and 31 miles of white sand beaches with beautiful clear waters to match. You will also discover the island has vast natural landscapes and the views from all over the island are spectacular.

Fortunately the island has not succumbed to over development and still offers small resorts with low-rise hotels and natural beauty. Eating out is a pleasure with so much choice and watersports are found here in abundance.

Why not consider a twin-centre holiday combining Fuerteventura with nearby Lanzarote.

The two islands are a perfect combination and are totally different, easily accessible by ferry.

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Fuerteventura Corralejo

Secrets Bahia Real Resort & Spa

At a glance From £1050pp for 7 nights

Newly renovated Secrets Bahia Real Resort & Spa is in a stunning location with magnificent views, now offering a new concept at the hotel.

Accommodation Junior Suites (photo) and Suites with garden, pool, side seaview or full seaview. Larger, ground floor Deluxe or Grand Junior Suites.

Preferred Club facilities include private lounge, butler service, exclusive area in restaurant and hors d’oeuvres and drinks.

Living World Café buffet restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Numerous à la carte restaurants include Gohan Sushi Bar, Nebbiolo Italian restaurant and Himitsu Teppanyaki & Pan-Asian restaurant, for dinner.

Reservations required. The Bay Lounge for lunch or the Seaside Grill.

Barefoot Snack beach bar, pool bar. All-Inclusive “Unlimited Luxury” includes meals with a selection of drinks in the à la carte restaurants, pool and beach waiter service and more. Direct access to beach with free sunbeds and umbrellas, two freshwater pools – one heated, whirlpool, Sugar Reef chill-out area with Balinese beds (charge).

Secrets Spa by Natura Bisse with indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzis and Hammam. Live music most nights. Free Wi-fi.

Location Corralejo Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 242 rooms Dining 9 restaurants Facilities Adults only (from 18 yrs), one free entrance to spa, gym Dining options B&B (AI option)

“Secrets Bahia Real is an excellent hotel in a wonderful location directly on a beach but close to Corralejo town and we recommend it highly.”

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Fuerteventura Corralejo

H10 Ocean Dunas At a glance H10 Ocean Dunas is in a great location in Corralejo, close to all the resort amenities, but also very close to a golden sand beach, so the best of both worlds. The hotel has been totally renovated to offer a more modern décor.

Adults from 18 years old are welcome at the hotel.

Accommodation Spacious rooms with double bed, a shower in the bathroom and garden/pool view. Larger Junior Suites (photo) with pool view have sitting area.

From £800pp for 7 nights

Location Corralejo Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 79 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Adults only (from 18 yrs gym, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B (HB option)

Living Main half board La Oliva restaurant for breakfast and dinner, buffet and à la carte. Café/bar for lunch and snacks. Velvet cocktail Bar. One freshwater pool – heated in winter. Large terraces with sunbeds and umbrellas. Free Wi-fi.

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“H10 Ocean Dunas is in an ideal, quiet location, close to town and the beach, it has already become a popular addition.”

Lanzarote Lanzarote is an island of extreme and unusual beauty with its rugged landscapes of jagged black volcanoes, which contrasts strongly with the wide sandy beaches and the sleepy green valleys of the northern part of the island.

Opportunities for outdoor activities abound, including watersports, golf, walking and cycling routes. Canaries cuisine is excellent and local wine well worth a try. Why not take a day trip over to Fuerteventura, this is easily done by ferry from Playa Blanca.

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Lanzarote Playa Blanca

Princesa Yaiza At a glance Playa Blanca is a popular resort on the south coast of Lanzarote. Here you will find the lovely beachfront “Luxe” Princesa Yaiza which offers something for everyone.

Accommodation Twin rooms (photo), Junior Suites Seaview. Suites with separate sitting room. Extra beds are sofabeds 1.7m long. Views are gardens, side seaview, pool view or full seaview. Adult-only Superior Relax rooms and Suites with gourmet breakfast and one relaxing massage per person per stay (minimum stay 5 nights).

Living Three buffet restaurants, International buffet, Italian and Mexican (open on varying nights). Four à la carte restaurants (reservations required) Japanese, Italian, Spanish and gourmet, for Deluxe HB guests (including other three HB restaurants) and includes free drinks in your mini-bar. Live music, and ice-cream parlour. Two bars.

Some restaurants may close in quieter periods. 24-hour room service.

One seawater and one heatable freshwater pool, Jacuzzis, children’s pool, tennis, paddle court, table tennis, snooker, free gym and sauna.

Free Wi-fi. Shops. Thalasso Centre.

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From £1030pp for 7 nights

Location Playa Blanca Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 330 rooms Dining 7 restaurants Facilities Spa, adults only areas, flexi-dining plan Dining options B&B

“Early booking is recommended as this hotel is very popular.”

Lanzarote Playa Blanca

Princesa Yaiza – Family Suites

At a glance From £1155pp for 7 nights

These lovely family suites are part of Princesa Yaiza but are located in their own annexe grounds across the road. The main hotel facilities can be reached by a connecting covered walkway.

Accommodation Spacious suites for two adults and two or three children in a separate bedroom (3rd child on sofabed or bunk bed in Royal Kiko). Royal Kiko Family Suites (photo) have a PlayStation, DVD and include a baby or children’s kit. Book a spa treatment or dinner at Isla de Lobos and receive two free hours’ baby-sitting (in Royal Kiko Family Suites).

Living Half board meals are taken in any of the three HB buffet restaurants in the main hotel. Deluxe HB also includes four à la carte restaurants. Pool bar at Yaiza. 24-hour room service. Kikoland children’s park offers complimentary children’s entertainment for three to 12 years and teenagers activities. Crèche (four months to three years-charge). Heatable pool, children’s pool, Thalasso Centre at Princesa Yaiza. Gym.

Location Playa Blanca Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 55 suites Dining 7 restaurants Facilities Spa, crèche, flexi-dining plan Dining options B&B

“All facilities in the main hotel can be used by guests staying in the Family Suites.

We include two taxis for four guests or more.”

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Lanzarote Playa Blanca

Hotel Volcan Lanzarote At a glance We are delighted to offer this hotel which has wonderful views of Marina Rubicon where you’ll find boutiques, restaurants and bars.

Hotel Volcan Lanzarote has been designed as a typical Canarian fishing village, with cosy plazas and secluded corners to relax and enjoy a book.

The hotel even has a replica of an old Teguise church which is used as the entrance to the hotel.

Accommodation Spacious twin rooms (photo opposite), have a small lounge area and Fuerteventura views, Marina Rubicon, Papagayo beaches and pool and garden views. Larger junior suites, pool view, and one bedroom suites with a separate living room, a separate shower and a hydro-massage bath. Some rooms inter-connect. Family rooms accommodate two adults and two children. Late check-out for all Prestige Travel guests (subject to availability).

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From £880pp for 7 nights

Location near Playa Blanca Getting there 40 mins Accommodation 251 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Adults only area executive level, spa, children’s club Dining options B&B

Lanzarote Playa Blanca

For added luxury and privacy the adults only (from 18 years) Club Volcan in the best seaview rooms in all categories with free soft drinks in mini-bar (not replenished), bathrobes, slippers, private buffet breakfast in Club Volcan, free Wi-fi, a heated outdoor pool with pool bar service, Balinese beds, Jacuzzi and afternoon tea. Free courtesy bar before dinner, 10% discount in hotel restaurants and on spa treatments.

Club Volcan guests can also enjoy the thermal water circuit in the hotel spa throughout their stay, free of charge.

“We recommend this hotel for its location in Playa Blanca, directly on the exclusive Marina Rubicon.”

Living Breakfast in La Florida the main buffet restaurant.

Guests on half board can enjoy international cuisine with themed buffets and show cooking. À la carte Italian restaurant, where half board guests can dine once during their seven night stay (reservation required) and Spanish Yaiza à la carte restaurant for lunch. Three bars.

Four pools, three heated in winter, all with sunbathing terraces. Gym, squash and at the nearby Marina, a paddle tennis court (all free). Spa offering Turkish bath, sauna, Jacuzzi, Aromatherapy and massage. Free Wi-fi throughout the hotel. Free children’s club for five to 12 year olds.

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Lanzarote Playa Blanca

Iberostar Selection Lanzarote Park

At a glance From £900pp for 7 nights

In a great location overlooking the ocean, on the seafront of Playa Blanca, perfect for couples and families alike with plenty of space to relax.

Accommodation Spacious rooms with inland, side seaview or full seaview.

Larger family rooms and Junior Suites. Priority Location rooms offer the best seaviews. Star Prestige rooms (from 15 years) include a stocked mini-bar on arrival, private lounge and open bar service.

Private pool for Star Prestige guests with whirlpool and Balinese beds plus one free entrance to the hotel spa.

Location Playa Blanca Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 388 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa, children’s club, Star Prestige service Dining options B&B (AI option)

Living Papagayo buffet restaurant for all meals. Star Prestige gourmet buffet restaurant. All-Inclusive option available. Choice of bars.

Children’s pools, playground, baby pool. Entertainment all season.

Four pools (three heated), tennis, gym. Free Wi-fi. Spa Sensations with pool, sauna and steam room.

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“A lovely bright hotel, located right in front of a beach and the promenade.”

Lanzarote Playa de los Pocillos

Seaside Los Jameos Playa At a glance Across the road from the beach, this excellent hotel stands in spacious sub-tropical gardens with two large swimming pools. Families, sporty guests and spa lovers will be happy here.

Accommodation Spacious bedrooms with room for an extra bed. Family rooms are one large room and can take two adults and two children.

Larger Junior Suites (photo). Twin rooms on the ground floor have a terrace, superior rooms on the ground floor or higher and deluxe rooms on higher floors, have side seaview, garden or pool views.

One or two bedroom Suites. Inter-connecting rooms (on request).

From £870pp for 7 nights

Location Playa de los Pocillos Getting there 15 mins Accommodation 530 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Spa, children’s club, tennis school Dining options B&B (AI option)

Living Dinner is buffet and barbecue. Gentlemen are requested to wear long trousers and a shirt for dinner. Choice of bars. Children’s pool, playground, baby pool. Entertainment all season. Two pools (one heated), tennis (charge), mini-golf, gym. Free Wi-fi. Spa and Wellness Centre with free sauna and steam room. Beauty salon and hairdresser. Discounted green fees. Day and evening entertainment.

“A good hotel for children, located right in front of a beach, a long term favourite with many repeat guests.”

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Tenerife Tenerife boasts a diverse mix of landscapes, idyllic beaches and charming villages. The island offers a host of high-quality accommodation with leading spa facilities,world-class golf courses and an endless list of things to see and do.

Tenerife’s stunning coastline offers superb locations for a great range of watersports and activities. Known as the island of contrasts, the variety of landscapes and the superb climate make Tenerife a perfect location for outdoor activities. Throughout the year, holidaymakers can sail the Atlantic Ocean, trek through lush forests, explore unspoilt national parks, discover ancient trails by horseback, enjoy dolphin and whale watching excursions and much more.

Tenerife boasts nine superb golf courses, all very different and with their own unique character.

Exclusive to all Prestige Travel guests – receive one free entry to the Sitio Litre Orchid Garden near Orotava, the oldest surviving garden in Tenerife, located in a beautiful secluded spot.

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Tenerife Costa Adeje

Hotel Bahia Del Duque At a glance Standing by a lovely beach, this “Deluxe” hotel is an exciting and unusual property in attractive landscaped sloping grounds. This “Leading Hotels of the World” member really is a stunning property.

Accommodation Gorgeous guest rooms and suites in Canarian style ‘houses’ around the pools and gardens, in a village atmosphere. Private villas with pool (see opposite for more details). Standard rooms, many with seaviews, some renovated (room photo). Suites, junior suites and two bedroom family suites. Casas Ducales is a more luxurious VIP area in four ‘houses’ with a separate check-in facility and breakfast service, butler service, lobby bar and lounge with courtesy bar.

All categories available at a supplement.

Living Main lobby for reception, the piano bar, coffee lounge, Club House for guest information and a dining and golf reservation service.

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From £1865pp for 7 nights

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 346 rooms Dining 8 restaurants Facilities Flexi-dining plan, tennis, spa, gym, children’s club Dining options B&B

Tenerife Costa Adeje

Sports include pitch and putt, tennis, squash, free fitness centre, whilst the beach area offers watersports.

Sunbeds are free except on the beach where a small fee is payable. Delightful gardens, five swimming pools (two heated) which descend in tiers towards the sea.

Pretty little seating areas and replica bell tower add to this unique hotel. Free Wi-fi. Children’s pool, play area and mini-club for three to 12 year olds. A Teenagers’ lounge with PlayStation and Wii.

“A short walk from a shopping centre and 10-15 minutes by car to the golf courses. Recommended for style and good service in an hotel with a difference.”

Dining Eight restaurants, Alisios Market Food Restaurant focusing on seasonal and market food, Spanish, Canarian, Mexican, Basque Steak House, Italian, French and International cuisine. Guests on half board can dine in all of the hotel’s restaurants from the table d’hôte menu. Reservations are required. Café Bahia on the beach with a snack service.

Villas 40 exclusive one bedroom (on one or two floors) and two bedroom villas with private plunge pool, small garden and 24-hour butler service. The height of luxury with separate lounge, kitchenette (not for cooking) and fabulous bathroom. The villa area also offers a separate bar, breakfast lounge, restaurant, pool and reception.

Spa Beautiful extensive spa offering wellness therapies, treatments and expert guidance. Thalassotherapy, spa suites, sensory space – Thai Room Plaza, four Thai treatment rooms, hairdresser and gym. A beautiful wellness retreat.

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Tenerife Costa Adeje

Hotel Baobab Suites At a glance This “Luxury”, modern property maximises the views and space from its elevated position adjacent to the road leading to Costa Adeje.

An air of peace and quiet pervades.

Accommodation Spacious and comfortable suites, studio suites and one, two, three and four bedroom suites, many have a private Jacuzzi or heated plunge pool. Most have views of Costa Adeje.

Living Two outdoor heated pools and two children’s splash pools. Just over the road, is Activate Sports Club open to hotel guests and the public, with free open-air gym and free classes. Man-made beach area, Fuel RestoBar. Baobab Wellness offers treatments and massages.

Mini-club (open daily) for three to 12 year olds. Free private transfer to El Duque beach once per day. Breakfast buffet and à la carte dinner at restaurant Bite, or order your breakfast items to prepare in your own suite. BB Restaurant offers lunch and dinner options and snacks. Sucás Restaurant for innovative dishes.

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From £1050pp for 7 nights

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 125 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities All-suite accommodation, yoga, tennis, free Wi-fi.

Dining options B&B

“Costa Adeje is only a short walk away.

Free daily transfer to and from El Duque beach for hotel guests.”

Tenerife Costa Adeje

Vincci Seleccion La Plantacion Del Sur

At a glance From £1010pp for 7 nights

La Plantacion del Sur is built in an attractive colonial Canarian style and is situated in a slightly elevated position just 500 metres from the Playa del Duque beach in Costa Adeje.

Accommodation Comfortable double rooms, Junior Suites (photo) and Deluxe Villas.

Some rooms inter-connect. Nearly all have views of Costa Adeje and the sea. Villas located around the pool are particularly suited to couples and all have a garden or roof deck with a private outdoor Jacuzzi.

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 165 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Spa, flexi-dining plan, courtesy shuttle, mini-club Dining options B&B

Living Breakfast and dinner buffet style in the main restaurant with terrace. À la carte restaurant El Mercado Night & Fish, for fresh seafood.

El Mercado Night & Grill restaurant, both open every night.

Pool-bar restaurant La Jaima for lunch. Golden bar for evening drinks. Six pools (four heated). Mini-club (open at least five days a week) for four to 12 year olds. Nammu Spa with a steam bath, thermal circuits and free gym.

“This “luxury” hotel has proved to be a great hit with our clientele.”

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Tenerife Costa Adeje

Iberostar Selection Anthelia At a glance Located directly on the waterfront in Costa Adeje just in front of the Fañabe Beach next to the promenade, the refurbished Iberostar Selection Anthelia is set in 60,000 square metres of gardens, creating a feeling of spaciousness.

Accommodation Renovated rooms in the gardens, with garden, side seaview or seaview (photo). Priority Location rooms on higher floors with side seaviews. Superior Priority Location have double aspect with bay window and seaviews.

Duplex suites on higher floors. Suites seaview are also available.

Inter-connecting rooms for families.

From £1160pp for 7 nights

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 367 rooms Dining 5 restaurants Facilities Children’s club, spa, gym, tennis, shops Dining options B&B (AI option)

Living Three pools (two heated and one saltwater), three children’s pools (heated), sun terraces with free loungers and umbrellas (payable on nearby beaches). Spa Sensations (charged) with indoor treatment pool, treatment rooms, Jacuzzi and sauna. Zeus buffet restaurant for breakfast and dinner. À la carte restaurants; the gourmet Poseidon, SeaSoul Restaurant & Lounge, the Italian Portofino for dinner or the Restaurant Barbacoa for lunch. Bars and entertainment provided most evenings.

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“This hotel has become very popular with our regular guests.”

Tenerife Costa Adeje

Iberostar Grand El Mirador At a glance A beautiful, adults only, “Grand Luxury” hotel in an excellent location on the seafront of Costa Adeje, facing the Duque sandy beach, offering a more intimate atmosphere.

Accommodation Spacious junior suites and suites, (mostly doubles), and most with a seaview. Suites have a separate lounge. VIP “La Balconada” is a separate area that offers extras including private pool area, Jacuzzis, snack bar, (free drinks from 10.00am-7.00pm), afternoon tea and free entrance to the spa water circuit, à la carte breakfast and premium drinks in the bar from 7.00pm-10.00pm.

From £1320pp for 7 nights

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 124 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), spa, gym, squash Dining options B&B

Living Sumptuous buffet breakfast at El Mirador restaurant. Also for dinner, with some waiter service. À la carte lunch at La Pergola.

Gourmet Canarian restaurant El Cenador, or La Pergola for dinner (open on rotation). Dress code, gentlemen requested to wear long trousers. Las Pardelas snack bar and La Tosca bar with live music.

Heated pool, club house with library, free Wi-fi. Sensations spa with indoor heated pool with circuit, Jacuzzi and Hammam.

“A beautiful hotel in a good location – restaurants and bars on your doorstep, wonderful views and an array of excellent facilities.”

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Tenerife Costa Adeje

Iberostar Grand Salomé At a glance The adults only, Iberostar Grand Salomé offers the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, situated within the grounds of Iberostar Selection Anthelia and immediately on the seafront promenade across from Fañabe Beach.

Accommodation Modern one bedroom seaview suites. All have a separate lounge and a large bedroom, shower and whirlpool bath. Includes daily access to the hotel Spa Sensations thermal circuit (reservation required), restaurant with breakfast terrace, afternoon tea and private pool bar. Standard Suites have a balcony. Ground floor suites with terrace. Larger Superior Suites.

From £1845pp for 7 nights

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 33 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), all-Suites, spa Dining options B&B (AI option)

Living À la carte or buffet breakfast is served on the Mirador Terrace.

Four à la carte restaurants; the gourmet Poseidon, SeaSoul Restaurant & Lounge, the Italian Portofino for dinner and the Beach Club Barbacoa for lunch. Enjoy lunch at Barito Pool bar.

Half board guests can dine in any of the à la carte restaurants (excluding SeaSoul Restaurant & Lounge). Resort bars and entertainment. Direct access to the promenade.

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“Space, time together to relax and courteous service are what this lovely hotel is all about. Excellent location.”

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Iberostar Selection Sabila At a glance This modern adults only hotel is located directly on the waterfront with direct beach access, offers stylish rooms and the Star Prestige premium service.

Accommodation Various room types, all lovely and bright doubles with inland view, side seaview or full seaview. We recommend the seaview rooms.

Star Prestige is an upgraded experience in the best rooms on higher floors with access to an exclusive rooftop terrace with pool and Jacuzzi, exclusive lounge and open bar.

Living Main buffet restaurant for all meals. Gourmet Market restaurant and cocktail bar (Wed to Sun) replicates the food market concept with seven market stalls (charge). Snack bar. Various bars and Star Cafe. Gentlemen are requested to wear long trousers for dinner in the main restaurant. Entertainment. Two pools – one for exclusive use of Star Prestige guests. Free Wi-fi. Spa Sensations with outdoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath and various treatments.

From £965pp for 7 nights

Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 472 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), spa, gym Dining options B&B (AI option)

“This is a spacious hotel right on the waterfront with access to Fañabé beach, just for adults. Children from 16 years old are welcome.”

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Tenerife Costa Adeje

Adrian Hotel Jardines De Nivaria

At a glance From £1140pp for 7 nights

Situated in the quieter resort of Fañabé the Jardines de Nivaria is a charming hotel with all the facilities one would expect of a five star property.

The warmth of hospitality and the high levels of service mean it is one of our most demanded hotels, with a very loyal, regular clientele.

Living Unusual and very beautiful handmade glass dome in the lobby, bar, Solandra restaurant, the award winning La Cúpula à la carte restaurant, piano bar, TV lounge, boutiques and shops. Two pools (one heated saltwater and one freshwater), amidst lush gardens, Jacuzzi, heated children’s pool and children’s playground. Free Wi-fi.

Direct access to the seafront promenade and beach. Tennis court, table tennis, billiards, fitness centre and putting green. Aequor Spa and beauty centre offers a hairdresser, Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath and water circuit with jets.

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Location Costa Adeje Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 271 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Spa, tennis, gym, direct access to seafront promenade Dining options B&B (FB option)

Dining

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Breakfast is buffet style including hotel baked pastries.

Lunch at the poolside and half board dinner is buffet in the restaurant Solandra, main courses can be waiter served. Themed buffets with folklore are included on half board. À la carte dining at the La Cúpula Restaurant for dinner or La Cascada at the poolside offers à la carte dinner and Spanish Tapas, both offer half board guests a small credit. Live music every evening and some shows.

“The friendly staff and good standards of service make this a very popular property.”

Accommodation In five separate buildings around the central pool area rooms have inland view, or garden (photo right) or pool view. Superior rooms have seaview. All have bath and separate shower. Not all seaview rooms are full seaview and ground floor rooms look directly at the lush plants in the gardens. Junior Suites have a lounge area with either garden, pool or seaview. Seaview Suites have a separate lounge.

Larger Superior Suites are stylishly furnished, have a larger bathroom with Jacuzzi or hydro-massage shower.

Main pool

For families one two-bedroom Family Suite, two luxurious Royal Suites and Presidential Suites with a partially covered Jacuzzi on the terrace.

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Tenerife Playa Paraiso

Adrian Hotel Roca Nivaria GH

At a glance From £1085pp for 7 nights

This hotel is a sister property to the lovely Jardines de Nivaria (page 36) and represents the same high quality of standards and service.

Located on the water’s edge in the small purpose built resort of Playa Paraiso the Roca Nivaria will appeal to those who wish to be away from the busier resorts of Tenerife South but with easy access to those areas.

Living Main building houses reception and public areas. Extensive grounds have sub-tropical gardens, two swimming pools with magnificent ocean views; the infinity seawater pool is heated all year, a heated children’s pool and a whirlpool. Purpose built beach with sunbeds accessed by a lift. RoniAventura is a multi-adventure area for families with pools, waterslides and fun climbing walls. Free Wi-fi. Shuttle bus

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Location Playa Paraiso Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 289 rooms Dining 4 restaurants Facilities Spa, baby and children’s club Dining options HB (AI option)

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several times each day to sister hotel Jardines de Nivaria and the beach in Fañabé, ten minutes away. To keep you active, guests will find two tennis courts, paddle tennis court, archery and a well equipped fitness centre.

Azules de Nivaria Spa has spectacular views to the sea, treatment rooms, Turkish bath, sauna, Jacuzzi and a lovely indoor seawater pool.

Accommodation Guest rooms and suites are located in separate wings.

Spacious guest rooms with views of the pool or gardens.

Seaview rooms (photo) available too. Standard, larger Superior twin rooms and higher floor rooms (available at a supplement). Junior Suites or Superior Suites have a separate sitting room. Two bedroom, two bathroom Presidential Suites. Inter-connecting rooms for families.

“This is a lovely hotel in a quiet area.

This addition to our portfolio has proved very popular particularly with families.”

Dining International buffet dining with some show cooking for breakfast and half board dinner. There is an Italian and a Spanish restaurant where guests can also enjoy a three course table d’hôte menu (subject to availability and reservation required). Pool restaurant serves lunch.

Bars and terraces.

Families At Roca Nivaria Children are made very welcome. Junior Suites and Superior Suites accommodate two adults and two children very comfortably making them ideal for families.

RoniAventura multi-purpose adventure area for families.

Baby club for infants from ten months up to four years old, and a children’s club for four to 12 year olds, open daily, are also available.

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Tenerife Costa Adeje

Adrian Hotel Colon Guanahani

At a glance From £1060pp for 7 nights

This is a charming smaller adults only hotel, just a five minute walk downhill to the Playa Fañabé beach. It is the sister hotel to the more luxurious Jardines de Nivaria (page 36) and Roca Nivaria (page 38).

Location Costa Adeje

Accommodation

Facilities Adults only, gym, wellness centre, free Wi-fi

Suites have a separate lounge and more spacious Superior Suites have a large terrace. All rooms have tea & coffee making facilities, and balcony or terrace. Some rooms inter-connect. We prefer to offer pool facing rooms as inland rooms face the road.

Living Very varied breakfast and dinner buffet with show cooking. Waiter service in the evening for main course. À la carte lunch is served at the poolside La Pergola. Entertainment in the lobby bar most evenings. Two heated saltwater pools, an heated rooftop freshwater pool with sunbathing terraces and waiter service. Wellness area with sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi. Tennis is available (charge) at nearby hotel Jardines de Nivaria.

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Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 154 rooms Dining 2 restaurants

Dining options B&B

“This sweet four star hotel appeals to many of our clients who return regularly.

Children from 16 years old are welcome.”

Tenerife Alcala/Guia de Isora

Redlevel At Gran Melia Palacio De Isora

At a glance From £1755pp for 7 nights

RedLevel is a boutique, adults only hotel within the Gran Melia Palacio de Isora. The hotel has a volcanic sand beach with spectacular sunsets.

Accommodation

Location Alcala/Guia de Isora Getting there 40 mins Accommodation 90 rooms (resort has 608)

Concierge service, a separate private breakfast buffet, a separate pool, complimentary drinks and canapés in the evening (for an hour) and a personal butler are all on offer. Side or front seaview rooms. Some RedLevel rooms have a Jacuzzi on the terrace and Garden Villas have private pool.

Dining 8 restaurants

Living

Dining options B&B (FB option)

À la carte restaurants and buffet restaurant for guests on half board, Pangea Food Market (buffet), the Italian L’Olio and the Mexican Agave, three gourmet restaurants Duo fine dining, Nami Asian Bistro. Within the RedLevel area Le Bistrot Provencal restaurant for all meals. La Terrasse seafood restaurant offering degustation menus. The Spa by Clarins and Fitness Centre, with a health club.

The small town of Alcala is a five minute walk. We can happily accommodate families and couples in the main hotel too.

Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), spa, gym, tennis, table tennis, yoga

“The choice of guest accommodation, eating options and activities make this an hotel we are very happy to recommend.”

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Tenerife Guia de Isora

The Ritz-Carlton, Abama At a glance The “Luxury” Ritz-Carlton, Abama stands on a large estate that leads down to the water’s edge. It comprises a main building, The Citadel, restaurants, bars and shops plus the “Villa” area nearer the sea.

Accommodation Citadel spacious Deluxe rooms. Views can be of the Citadel, the golf course or gardens, partial seaview and full seaviews. Larger Junior Suites (photo), Suites have one or two bedrooms and separate sitting room. “Villa” Club Deluxe rooms and suites are away from the main building. “Villa” rooms are low rise buildings each adjacent to a shared swimming pool. Ground floor rooms have direct access to the shared pool and many of the upper floors have large terraces and seaviews. Adult only Villa Club Deluxe rooms and Suites offer more privacy, with use of a shared pool, breakfast on the El Mirador terrace, pool bar with complimentary drinks and amenities. Club access includes use of the Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge with breakfast, light snacks, hors d’oeuvres and more.

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From £1390pp for 7 nights

Location near Guia de Isora Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 459 rooms Dining 10 restaurants Facilities 7 pools, children’s club, spa, tennis club, golf, cycling centre, complimentary daily shuttle Dining options B&B

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Families Daily entertainment. Ritz Kids programme daily from 09.00am-5.00pm (and 5.00pm-11.00pm – during main school holidays) for four to 12 year olds. Baby-sitting arranged. The Ritz Kids Village has a playground and teenagers Zone-Fun and Entertainment Centre.

Living Seven freshwater heated pools – including adults only pool, two family pools and small children’s pool.

Sandy beach, accessed by funicular or resort train.

Casual restaurant for drinks and snacks. Free Wi-fi.

Daytime 40 seat train transporting guests around the resort. 18-hole par 72 Abama course. Club House, Pro Shop, Golf Academy, driving range and putting green. Priority for hotel guests. Tee off times can be pre-booked. Seven plexiplave tennis courts and four paddle courts. Tennis academy for adults and children.

24-hour gym. Five minutes from the small town of Playa San Juan, 15 minutes by taxi from the busier area of Adeje.

“This Resort is very popular with guests seeking a full range of facilities in one location.”

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Abama Water circuit with sauna, steam baths, a pool with jets and more (over 18 yrs). Spa gardens for treatments and relaxation. Fitness classes.

Dining

Main pool

Up to 10 restaurants including Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Gourmet and Seafood. Buffet breakfast in La Veranda.

Half board is an à la carte menu in El Mirador, 20/20 Steakhouse, Verona or Txoko or receive a credit in Kabuki and M.B (latter two have Michelin stars).

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Tenerife Puerto de la Cruz

Hotel Botanico & The Oriental Spa Garden

At a glance From £1440pp for 7 nights

The “Gran Luxe” Hotel Botanico offers the highest standards of comfort and service in a beautiful garden setting. Next to the Botanical Gardens and a few minutes from the Lago Martianez Casino. This superb hotel is a member of “The Leading Hotels of the World”.

Accommodation Attractive, standard rooms with Spa view or upgrade to a Mount Teide or Ocean View for a small supplement. Spacious Ambassador Junior Suites, Family rooms, Penthouse rooms with large terrace, Senator Suites and luxurious Penthouse Suites on the top floor.

Location Puerto de la Cruz Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 200 rooms Dining 5 restaurants Facilities Spa, gym, tennis, putting green, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living Buffet breakfast and dinner with a wide choice. Various à la carte restaurants for dinner, Oriental (smart), Mediterranean (smart casual) each with three course menus for guests on half board. Attractive lunch menu at the pool bar. Freshwater pool (heated in winter) and a separate heated children’s pool. Lush gardens. Fabulous Oriental Spa Garden where adult guests (from 16 years) can enjoy another heated outdoor pool and indoor pool.

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“Highly recommended for its standards and quality of service.”

Tenerife Puerto de la Cruz

Tenerife

Tigaiga At a glance This friendly hotel is owned and managed by the Talg family. Standards of quality and service are extremely high. In a commanding position above Puerto de la Cruz, situated in the Taoro Park with views of Mount Teide and the sea, the Tigaiga is in a lovely tranquil location in wonderful sub-tropical gardens.

From £960pp for 7 nights

Location Puerto de la Cruz Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 76 rooms Dining 2 restaurants

Accommodation

Facilities Sauna, shop, free Wi-fi

All rooms have a balcony and face the Park or Mount Teide with walk-in shower. Rooms have a partial distant seaview.

Rooms facing Mount Teide are available at a small supplement.

Dining options B&B

Living Buffet breakfast in Restaurant Jardin, with a terrace and views of the gardens. Dinner is waiter style. À la carte dining is served throughout the day in Restaurant Tinguaro. Heated freshwater pool.

Sub tropical gardens. Pilates room, sauna, massage and a small shop. A colourful bar for cooler evenings with live music several times a week.

“Recommended for good service and relaxation in a quiet location. This hotel proves very popular with our regular guests.”

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La Gomera La Gomera is a delightful quiet island, the perfect antidote to the busier parts of other islands. If you are looking for a relaxing holiday, coupled with some gentle exploration, this unspoilt island could be for you.

We include a catamaran or ferry service from Tenerife to La Gomera and our representative will meet you at the port to assist you on your way to your hotel in La Gomera. You will be taken from Tenerife airport to connect with the most convenient sailing, some crossings are 45 minutes, others one and a half hours.

Ask about upgrading to the Gold Service on the ferry.

We can introduce experienced walkers to a knowledgeable expert guide.

Due to a limited number of taxis on La Gomera, occasionally you may need to share.

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La Gomera San Sebastian

Parador Conde De La Gomera

At a glance From £1050pp for 7 nights

This Parador is set in very pretty extensive gardens on a cliff top above the little town of San Sebastian, the island’s ‘capital’, with views over the sea to Tenerife.

Accommodation Twin rooms, four double bedded rooms and two junior suites.

Most standard rooms have garden views, four overlook a courtyard garden and have a balcony. We can request your preference.

Superior rooms (photo), have balcony or terrace and views towards the sea.

Living Charming restaurant in a conservatory style area. Breakfast is buffet with hot and cold dishes and dinner is waiter served from a menu that can include some local dishes. Lounge areas, a small library and space to relax with an after dinner drink. The bar has a charming small courtyard. The swimming pool (not heated) overlooks the sea with sunbeds and umbrellas. Snack bar for lunch and refreshments. Jacuzzi and sauna, both are free of charge.

Large gardens and pool terrace.

Location San Sebastian Getting there 5 mins from port Accommodation 60 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Jacuzzi, sauna, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“A delightful property for those who appreciate good service in a traditional setting.”

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La Gomera Playa de Santiago

Jardin Tecina At a glance Set on a cliff top the Jardin Tecina is cleverly laid out in beautiful gardens. Although large it still retains an intimate atmosphere as the rooms are in low level buildings. The hotel offers a weekly guided garden tour for guests to enjoy.

Accommodation Standard rooms (photo) with garden or pool view, Comfort rooms, with side seaview, Superior rooms have a direct seaview. Junior Suites have a separate sitting area. Duplex Suites (two floors) are together around their own heatable swimming pool in the adults only area (from 16 years) and have two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a sitting area. Select service is available in some rooms and includes late check-out, fruit & cava, bathrobes and tea & coffee making facilities in rooms and guests staying seven nights or more also receive Gold Class service on the Fred Olsen ferry, one spa day pass, canapés and a glass of Champagne once per week.

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From £875pp for 7 nights

Location Playa de Santiago Getting there 45 mins from port Accommodation 434 rooms Dining 5 restaurants Facilities Spa, golf, mini-club, tennis, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B (FB option)

La Gomera Playa de Santiago

Dining Buffet half board in the Principal restaurant or table d’hôte menu in El Laurel, à la carte menu at Tasca Fandango tapas or the Gara Restaurant offering a selection of table d’hôte menus. Full board Plus with soft drinks, national beer and half a bottle of house wine per meal. Gourmet half board or full board, enjoy table service dinner with a tasting menu (excluding drinks) in all restaurants (excluding the cave).

Gentlemen requested to wear long trousers at dinner.

Club Laurel at sea level has a seawater pool with Balinese beds (charge). Italian La Trattoria.

“A delightful Fred Olsen hotel on a quiet island.”

Families Two connecting rooms for families. Kids Club for four to eight years and Maxi Club from nine to 12 years.

Living Daily entertainment programme, with evening shows, plus occasional village festivals, with lots of music and fun in to the night. Tennis, squash, mini-golf, table tennis, a gym (free) and a beauty salon. Spa Ahemon offers a sauna, steam room, massage, poolside Ahemon Café, a pool (heated) with waterfall, jets, Jacuzzi and jet beds (charge – photo below), surrounded by sun terraces and Balinese beds from 16 years. Three climatised freshwater pools and one saltwater pool, children’s pool, playground and a mini-club. 18-hole golf course with putting green, golf school, pro shop and Club House.

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La Palma La Palma is very popular with our more discerning independent guests and getting there is easy with direct flights from London Gatwick and from Manchester – or you can fly into Tenerife South and get a connecting flight to La Palma.

La Palma is certainly one of the smaller, quieter, more rural Canary Islands. The climate is varied, due in part to the fact that the mountains are so close to the coast. Choose to walk the hills and forests or enjoy a paperback on the beach. Eating out is also an enormous pleasure, with lots of fresh ingredients produced locally. At sea level, the temperature generally averages 20°C year round, with the western side of the island being a little drier and warmer.

Due to its clear skies and the lack of light pollution, La Palma is a great location for star gazing, one of the best locations in the world in fact. UNESCO declared the whole island of La Palma a Biosphere Reserve.

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La Palma Tazacorte

CHI C & B O UTIQU E

Hacienda De Abajo At a glance This is a beautifully restored 17th century sugar estate, an hotel unique on La Palma, hence the unusual classification. Superbly located in the town and port area of Tazacorte, surrounded by botanical gardens and banana plantations with views of the Atlantic.

Accommodation Spacious rooms with beautiful pieces of art and antiques.

Rooms are located in different low rise buildings in the grounds.

Most rooms have a bath and a separate shower. Room choices include Superior (photo), Premium, Junior Suite and Suite – all have different sizes and views.

Living Buffet breakfast in The Cafeteria with an outdoor terrace.

Restaurant has magnificent views of the Atlantic and serves three courses from the à la carte menu for dinner for clients on half board.

Gentlemen are kindly requested to wear long trousers for dinner. À la carte and tapas option for lunch. Heatable outdoor pool and spa with sauna, Jacuzzi, showers (all free). Free Wi-fi.

From £1310pp for 7 nights E M BL EM AT IC H OT EL Location Tazacorte Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 32 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), flexi-dining plan Dining options B&B

“This property offers a lovely location in the town of Tazacorte with a beach close by. A unique property in the Canary Islands.”

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La Palma Playa de los Cancajos

Las Olas At a glance Las Olas are lovely, bright apartments in Los Cancajos directly on the seafront, in a great location for exploring the island, a comparatively small resort but with all the amenities you may need for your holiday.

Accommodation Spacious apartments in seven buildings set in large gardens.

Apartments are well equipped with twin bedroom, living room with sofabed and can accommodate two adults and two children comfortably. Views are mostly pool or seaview.

From £560pp for 7 nights Location Playa de los Cancajos Getting there 10 mins Accommodation 182 apartments Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Free gym, table & paddle tennis Dining options B&B

Living Buffet breakfast and half board are international and Canarian cuisine served in the restaurant with views to the sea or pool.

Daytime snacks by the pool. Two large swimming pools (one heated in winter) and a children’s pool. Children’s area and a playground. Free Wi-fi throughout.

Bar open in the evening and entertainment is provided on several nights each week. Mini-market close by. The resort has a good selection of shops and restaurants. 600m to black sand beach.

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“A welcoming property that will suit those looking for spacious accommodation.”

La Palma Brena Baja

Parador De La Palma At a glance A delightful Parador set on a hillside offering fabulous views to the sea and Santa Cruz.

A modern yet traditional Parador only ten minutes from the island’s charming capital.

Accommodation Rooms with double beds face inland, twin rooms face the sea and all have a balcony. Higher floor superior seaview rooms include bathrobes and slippers, available at a supplement.

Living Restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. On warm sunny days breakfast may be served on the terrace overlooking the lovely gardens towards the sea beyond. Breakfast is a hot and cold buffet, lunch and dinner are selected from a table d’hôte menu.

Facilities include two saunas, one for men and one for women, a small gym, a paddle tennis court, playground and a freshwater swimming pool in the beautiful gardens. Set around a central courtyard are the public areas, reception, a bar, lounges for reading, card playing or watching TV. Free Wi-fi.

From £835pp for 7 nights

Location Brena Baja Getting there 15 mins Accommodation 78 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Saunas, gym, paddle tennis Dining options B&B

“A perfect spot to relax after exploring the beautiful countryside or strolling around the typical lanes of the town.”

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Mallorca Small coves and gorgeous sandy beaches contrast with the Tramuntana mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which extends along the western side of the island. The interior is mainly farmland with olive and almond trees, orange and lemon groves and vineyards.

PALMA DE MALLORCA Explore narrow cobbled streets, stout city walls, grand courtyards and Gothic buildings vying for your attention with busy shopping streets, grand squares, pavement cafés, chic restaurants, trendy bars and a flourishing art scene. Palma Cathedral, Mallorca’s most famous landmark, is one of the finest Gothic churches in Spain and dominates the waterfront.

Looking for a beach?

Within touching distance of Palma is Playa de Palma (the beach of Palma… literally).The wide Blue Flag beach here tempts with fine, white sands and shallow waters and stretches for miles. There is an excellent public bus link too.

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Mallorca Deia

CHI C & B O UTIQU E

La Residencia, a Belmond Hotel

At a glance From £1840pp for 7 nights

This renowned hotel has become a symbol of informal elegance and romantic seclusion in a glorious setting of mountains and coast in an extremely attractive village.

Accommodation Elegant double rooms. Classic, larger Superior and Deluxe rooms, Junior suites and a range of suites with private terrace and pool.

Executive Junior Suites and Exclusive Suites (photo) overlook the village and sea in the distance with plunge pool. Three bedroom Villa. Complimentary Wi-fi.

Location Deia Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 61 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Private pools, villa, spa, tennis Dining options B&B

Living Buffet breakfast at Son Fony. À la carte dinner in the award winning El Olivo, set in a former olive press. Superb wine list.

Café Miró bar and bistro offering lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.

Also Mediterranean tapas. During the summer months the pool bar and restaurant open for lunch. Two outdoor pools (heated when necessary). Spa with indoor pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, gym, sauna and steam room. Kids’ Club (May to September).

“We thoroughly recommend this lovely hotel in a beautiful location.”

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Mallorca Illetes

Hotel Bonsol Resort & Spa

At a glance From £1045pp for 7 nights

Extremely popular “Superior” hotel. The resort of Illetes has a small selection of shops, cafés, local bus service, the Royal Bendinat Golf Course and the spectacular Puerto Portals marina close by.

Accommodation Spacious, comfortable rooms, Classic twin/double rooms and Junior suites (photo). Larger family suites sleeping up to four guests are available on request.

Location Illetes Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 92 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa, gym, yoga, free Wi-fi Dining options HB

Living Extensive buffet breakfast at the beach restaurant (weather permitting and seasonal) or in the main hotel. Table d’hôte dinner also served. Cosy bar with regular entertainment, lounge areas.

Beautiful, terraced gardens across the road are accessible by lift or via a large number of steps. Swimming pools (one heated) on various levels. Waterfall, Jacuzzi, sun terraces and a quiet adults only area. Small sandy beach. Tennis and squash, mini-golf, table tennis and a pool table. Spa with sauna and Turkish bath (complimentary for hotel guests). Children’s playground and playroom. Kids Club in July and August and a paddling pool.

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“The hands-on, caring good service for which the Xamena family is well known, is very much appreciated by many regular British guests.”

Mallorca Port de Pollença

Illa d’Or Wellness & Spa Hotel

At a glance From £880pp for 7 nights

This “Superior” hotel offers great charm combined with an elegant, modern style.

Situated in a peaceful area guests can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery.

Accommodation We prefer rooms which are sea facing or have a side seaview.

Some have a terrace or balcony. Spacious suites have seaviews, balcony and separate lounge. In the original hotel building all rooms vary in size.

Location Port de Pollença Getting there 50 mins Accommodation 120 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa, gym, tennis, free Wi-fi Dining options HB

Living Buffet breakfast and table d’hôte dinner at the 1929 restaurant. À la carte lunch on the water’s edge. Alfresco dining and afternoon tea in summer at the gourmet restaurant La Terrassa. Snacks and cocktails in the hotel bar and live entertainment several times a week. Pool with sunbeds and umbrellas, some sunbeds also along the water’s edge across from the promenade. There are a number of beautiful sandy beaches only a short car journey away. Vital Illa d’Or Health and Beauty Centre, hairdresser and modern spa with sauna, Turkish bath and large heated Jacuzzi.

“A 15 minute stroll along the Pine Walk promenade takes you to the centre of Port de Pollença.”

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Mallorca Costa d’en Blanes

St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort

At a glance From £2550pp for 7 nights

An elegant hotel located by the sea at Costa d’en Blanes, only a short distance from Puerto Portals. St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort offers peace and tranquillity with superb service.

Accommodation Elegant rooms and suites. Grand deluxe rooms, have direct garden access or views towards the sea across the gardens, which can be enjoyed from the balcony. Deluxe family rooms. Junior suites with a lounge area with garden or seaview. One or two bedroom suites.

Diamond Suites have an outdoor Jacuzzi and the Blue Oasis Suite has its own pool. St. Regis Butler service provided in all room types.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Breakfast and half board dinner in the Aqua restaurant.

Michelin starred Es Fum for fine dining. Afternoon tea and cocktails.

Pool in the extensive gardens. Arabella Spa with indoor pool and fitness centre. Complimentary children’s club (seasonal) for three-12 year olds, as well as children’s pool and playground.

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Location Costa d’en Blanes Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 125 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Michelin Star Restaurant, golf shuttle, spa, children’s club Dining options B&B

“We are delighted to recommend this exquisite hotel to our clients.”

Madeira Only 32 miles long and 12 miles wide this incredibly beautiful sub-tropical island rises to almost 6000 feet at its highest point.

Lush green unspoiled countryside, terraced farms and vineyards vie with the spectacular mountains, pine forests, waterfalls and craggy cliffs. Flora in abundance - orchids, hydrangeas, hibiscus, no wonder Madeira is called the Floating Garden. There are 600 miles of walks through unspoilt countryside, some are quite challenging.

A walker’s paradise. Watersports abound (subject to weather) with scuba diving, deep sea fishing and dinghy sailing. Sea bathing is quite safe. Enjoy a Jeep tour, a wine tour, toboggan ride, cable car ride, visit museums or go whale and dolphin watching. There are so many choices.

There is an excellent selection of bars and restaurants to tempt too! The mild climate makes Madeira ideal for golf, with two courses to choose from.

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Madeira Funchal

CHIC & B O U TI QU E

Quinta Da Casa Branca At a glance Located in lush mature gardens with an abundance of tropical trees and a banana plantation, away from the busier parts of the city, this hotel has enormous style and great character.

This “Small Luxury Hotels of the World” member really is something special.

Accommodation Rooms with garden view and terrace, Premium rooms with queen-size beds, Deluxe Suites and Manor House Suites.

Ground floor garden rooms (photo) have two single beds.

Premium rooms have a balcony or terrace and Deluxe Suites have a separate lounge, a double bed, CD/DVD player, Nespresso machine, free mini-bar with soft drinks and flowers and a balcony.

See opposite page for the luxurious Manor House Suites.

Dining Breakfast and à la carte lunch in the Garden Pavilion by the pool.

The Manor House for alfresco dining serves à la carte and table d’hôte menus. Room service from breakfast to suppertime. Garden 60

From £940pp for 7 nights

Location Funchal Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 49 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Gym, sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi Dining options B&B

Pavilion for afternoon tea. Casa de Quinta bar offers light snacks and casual bistro dinners in the evening.

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“We are delighted to include this gorgeous property in our portfolio.

The Manor House and gardens are a beautiful addition.”

Living Beautiful lounge offers free internet access and a library.

Two heated pools. Gym, a sauna, a Hammam and a Jacuzzi all free for guests. The Beauty Centre offers massage and therapy treatments for him and her.

Free Wi-fi throughout.

...More Luxurious Accommodation At Quinta Da Casa Branca - The Manor House Suites Located in the hotel’s sub-tropical gardens, is the luxurious Manor House. Five Manor House Suites and a separate villa. Decorated with antique Portuguese furniture, from the family’s private collection.

All individually decorated. A truly stunning holiday experience. Each have their own balcony or terrace, separate lounge, mini-bar (with free soft drinks), Nespresso machine, large marble bathroom with bath and separate shower, bathrobes and slippers. The Manor House has a distinctive dining room with an alfresco dining terrace, serving à la carte and table d’hôte meals.

A library open to all the guests from Quinta da Casa Branca hotel. Manor House Suite guests can use all the facilities of the hotel including other restaurants, bar and spa. Adults only pool in the grounds of the Manor House, in the banana plantations, available for all hotel guests.

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Reid’s Palace a Belmond Hotel

At a glance From £1690pp for 7 nights

Set in ten acres of lush, sub-tropical gardens with breathtaking views of Funchal Bay, the elegant and world-famous Belmond Reid’s Palace offers impeccable standards of courtesy and service.

Accommodation Guest rooms and suites. Every room has a balcony or terrace with views to Funchal Bay, the beautiful gardens or the Ocean. Four different twin room categories: Classic rooms in the main building Superior and Deluxe rooms in the main building or garden wing which are slightly larger and have better views. Sumptuous Junior Suites and Suites are available.

Dining The Pool restaurant for breakfast, light snacks and à la carte lunch.

For half board, guests can choose the informal Villa Cipriani which serves Italian specialities for à la carte dinner or the Michelin starred

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Location Funchal Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 158 rooms Dining 4 restaurants Facilities Michelin Star Restaurant, flexi-dining, spa Dining options B&B

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William Restaurant offers modern European cuisine with a contemporary Madeiran twist, open for dinner (five times a week in summer and once a week during winter, half board guests receive a credit) or guests can enjoy the Cocktail bar. During winter the Dining Room offers a weekly table d’hôte menu or the Sunrise Deck during summer for half board guests. Half board payable locally. Reid’s culinary expertise should delight even the most discerning gourmet. The Cocktail Bar has live music every evening. Amenities include a bridge room and a billiard room.

“This is a beautiful “Deluxe” hotel that is very popular with our more discerning guests that appreciate good service and elegant surroundings.”

Spa facilities Wide range of leisure facilities including sauna and steam room, a gym, two tennis courts, table tennis, two delightful heated swimming pools on the garden level, one seawater and one freshwater. Unheated tidal pool by the sea with bathing terraces. The fabulous spa has four therapy rooms and a couples therapy suite with its own gorgeous terrace and plunge pool. Many healing and relaxing treatments created by top spa brands, such as Aromatherapy Associates and Natura Bissé.

Families

Main pool

“Fun at Reid’s” is a children’s club with a pool and extensive programme of supervised activities for children from three to nine years.

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The Cliff Bay At a glance Perched on the cliff top, a 20 minute stroll to the city centre, the Cliff Bay has direct views over the sea and the bay, and offers an enormous range of facilities and is one of our most popular hotels.

Accommodation Rooms and Suites. Inland rooms overlook the guest car park and local houses. Side seaview balconies have a wall that can be seen over when standing. Seaviews (photo) have railings and the best view of the gardens towards the sea. Seaview rooms on higher floors or Funchal view. Family rooms.

Living Three bars and three restaurants. Two Michelin starred Il Gallo D’Oro (reserved at a supplement. Jacket or tie recommended).

Rose Garden half board restaurant. Playroom, children’s meals, baby-sitting. Spa with sauna, steam rooms, whirlpool and hairdresser. Two pools (one partially inside and heated, the other with sea water), Jacuzzi, children’s pool and direct sea access.

Tennis, billiards and table tennis. Navigators lounge.

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From £1090pp for 7 nights

Location Funchal Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 202 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Michelin Star Restaurant, flexi-dining plan, spa Dining options B&B

“The Cliff Bay is a PortoBay Hotels and Resorts Member.

The emphasis here is on activities, but relaxation too!”

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Porto Santa Maria At a glance Located in the heart of the ‘old town’ of Funchal, right on the seafront with direct access to the promenade. Ideal for those who want to be able to walk to amenities and still retain the atmosphere of a water’s edge hotel.

Accommodation Standard twin rooms or side seaview rooms (photo) have a sitting area and a kitchenette. Larger Junior Suites with side seaview, sitting room, kitchenette.

Living Restaurant offers buffet breakfast, an à la carte menu (extra charge), snacks and half board dinner, buffet six times a week and table d’hôte once per week. Half board plus available (winter only).

Poolside snack bar or the terrace. Captains Bar has live music every night. Lounge, library, freshwater pool and outdoor Jacuzzi on the rooftop terrace. Indoor heated pool, sauna (charge) or Jacuzzi.

Gym and two treatment rooms. Man-made beach with sea access right in front of the hotel.

From £910pp for 7 nights

Location Funchal Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 146 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Adults only (from 16 yrs), flexi-dining, indoor pool Dining options B&B

“Member of PortoBay Hotels and Resorts this hotel appeals to our clients and it is a very popular choice, in a great location.”

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Porto Mare At a glance Within the Vila Porto Mare Resort, this relaxed hotel borders the seafront promenade and just a 25 minute stroll from Funchal centre, in lovely gardens.

Location Funchal Getting there 30 mins

Accommodation

Accommodation 198 rooms

Twin rooms, overlooking the gardens or road, or seaview (photo).

Larger superior seaview rooms. Junior suites.

Dining 5 restaurants

Living

Facilities Spa, flexi-dining plan, weekly garden tour

Atlantida buffet restaurant. Three à la carte restaurants, Italia Il Basilico, the Med Restaurant and Alfama Restaurant for Portuguese flavours. Half board guests can eat in all of the resort’s restaurants (a credit will apply in the à la carte restaurants - reservations required). Half Board Plus available (winter only). Poolside snack bar, ice-cream parlour and Alma Vino Wine lodge. Portofino Bar has live music some nights. Spacious lounges. Heated indoor/outdoor freshwater pool. Outdoor Jacuzzi. Gym, sauna (small charge) and spa with steam room (small charge). Complimentary Wi-fi.

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From £930pp for 7 nights

Dining options B&B

“As a member of PortoBay Hotels and Resorts we know that this hotel will appeal to our clients.”

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Jardins do Lago At a glance This charming Quinta is situated on a hillside overlooking Funchal to the sea. Formerly a luxurious 18th century family home the Jardins do Lago has been tastefully renovated to a high standard and has quite an historical background.

Accommodation Standard garden view, larger Superior garden view twin rooms (photo), and spacious Premier Suites with a separate sitting room.

Junior Suites in the Manor house. Four bedroom villa with full service is also available within the grounds.

Living Beresford restaurant (no children under eight years). Breakfast in a charming room with a delightful veranda. High tea for children served in the Jade Room. Cosy bar, lounge areas, library and billiard room. Extensive gardens include a lake and large freshwater heated pool, a bistro and children’s heated pool surrounded by mango and banana trees. Views over Funchal towards the sea in the distance. Gym, sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi and children’s playroom free for guest’s use. Free Wi-fi throughout. Courtesy transport to the centre of town.

From £1090pp for 7 nights

Location Funchal Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 41 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Gym, sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi and children’s playroom Dining options B&B

“Surrounded by mature, beautiful botanical gardens, this Quinta is ideal for those looking for peace and comfort.”

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Quinta Da Penha De França

At a glance From £685pp for 7 nights

Just a ten minute walk from town, this charming, elegant Quinta, set in beautiful mature tropical gardens, is a real delight. Owned and managed by the Ribeiro family, the emphasis here is on something a little different.

Location Funchal

Accommodation

Facilities Games room, diving centre

Superior side seaview rooms overlooking the garden and pool, many inter-connect. The sea level wing (main photo) with direct sea access is connected to the gardens by a foot-bridge over the road.

All rooms have been renovated. Four rooms in the original house (no balconies) have a view across the gardens to the sea.

The garden wing offers terraced balcony rooms, some with side seaview. Sea level terrace or balconied rooms (photo) including junior suites overlook the pool to the sea.

Living Two seawater pools, children’s pool, sun terraces (the upper level pool is heated in winter). Two restaurants and two bars.

Delightful lounge. Games room offers snooker/billiards and bridge.

Massages can be arranged. Children from six years are welcome.

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Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 109 rooms Dining 2 restaurants

Dining options B&B

“Quinta da Penha is a traditional family run hotel with very friendly staff.

Early booking is recommended at this charmingly individual hotel.”

Algarve Portugal’s southern coast has been a major draw to British visitors for decades We have only selected hotels and areas that still reflect the traditional hospitality and charm for which the Algarve has always been known.

The beaches are superb and the welcome from the locals as genuine as ever. Eating out can be a joy with fish often dominating the menu. For family holidays you will find the Algarve offers many of the best family hotels.

For some the Algarve is synonymous with golf, with over 3,000 hours of sun annually, the Algarve has become Europe’s leading golf destination. Deep sea fishing, tennis, horse riding, water sports and walking are all readily available.

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Algarve Porches

Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa At a glance Set in 54 acres on the edge of the Atlantic this deluxe hotel is an oasis of elegance and boasts an abundance of leisure and sports facilities for everyone.

Accommodation Main building Deluxe rooms (photo) with garden view. Oasis Parc offers Oasis Premium Suites, Oasis Family Suites and Oasis Premium Rooftop Suites. Oasis Parc with pool and bar. Adults only Residence, split level Deluxe rooms and Suites. Five private villas with pools.

Two or three bedroom Vista Parc Studios and Apartments, seven minutes walk from reception.

Living Ten restaurants, six bars (seasonal). Smart dress code. À la carte half board menu (three courses). Annabella’s Kids Park (four to 12 years).

Natalie’s Crèche (six months to three years), pre-booking essential.

Teen’s Club. Boutiques, three pools and three children’s pools.

Health Club with indoor/outdoor pool, steam bath, saunas, Energym and Jacuzzi. Vila Vita Spa. Tennis courts. Secluded public beach, June - September. Use of sauna, steam, Jacuzzi and gym included for all guests to enjoy.

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From £1115pp for 7 nights

Location Porches Getting there 40 mins Accommodation 182 rooms Dining 10 restaurants Facilities Spa, children’s club, crèche, golf, Michelin Star Restaurants Dining options B&B

“We recommend this lovely resort for its array of activities and opportunities for relaxation, a ‘Leading Hotels of the World’ member.”

Algarve Praia da Falesia

Pine Cliffs, A Luxury Collection Resort

At a glance From £925pp for 7 nights

Set on a spectacular cliff top in pine woods looking down to a wonderful sand beach, this low-rise property has extensive grounds.

Accommodation Deluxe rooms have Atlantic or inland views (some overlook the car park). Grand Deluxe rooms (photo), Duplex Suites. Pine Cliffs Residence, around the golf course. Pine Cliff Suites and Golf Suite apartments. Pine Cliffs Village two, three or four bedroom Terraces, Townhouses, Garden Suites, Villas. Pine Cliffs Ocean Junior Suites and Suites.

Living Buffet breakfast at Jardim Colonial, O’Grill Mediterranean for buffet dinner. Corda-Café, O Pescador seafood. Japanese and Piri Piri Steak House restaurants (all seasonal). On the beach, seafood Maré (seasonal). Bars. Golf Academy. Nine-hole course, driving range and putting green. Eight outdoor pools and beach club. Serenity Spa, steam bath, indoor pool. Fitness & Wellness Centre with indoor pool, gyms, sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi. Annabel Croft Tennis Academy. Mimo Cooking School. Porto Pirata children’s village (April-October). Children from nine to 12 years, Junior Club.

Location Praia da Falesia Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 182 rooms Dining 6 restaurants Facilities Spa, golf academy, crèche, children’s clubs Dining options B&B

“We recommend this hotel for luxury, relaxation, excellent service, its superb dining variety, for family holidays and to improve your swing.”

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Algarve Vilamoura

Domes Lake Algarve At a glance Ideally located in the heart of Vilamoura, between the Marina, the beach and the golf courses, set around a private lake in landscaped gardens, now under new ownership.

Accommodation Inland Retreat rooms, Tropical Retreat rooms with garden views and lake view Saphire Retreat rooms (photo). ‘Haute Living’ is a premium service with lounge, all day snacks, drinks and concierge.

Inter-connecting rooms for families. Absolute Suites have a separate lounge and a second bathroom.

From £1270pp for 7 nights

Location Vilamoura Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 192 rooms Dining 4 restaurants Facilities Spa, crèche, children’s club Dining options B&B

Living Buffet Gustatio, Makris on the Lake offering a Degustation menu and Topos Neo Greek seafood. Apricus bar and Pergola pool bar. Raw Gastro Bar for sushi and cocktails. Three outdoor pools (one heated seasonally), one with a small sandy beach. Beach is 400 metres away. Kiepos Club for children from four to 11 years old. Crèche (four months to four years). SOMA spa with an indoor treatment pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and Roman baths.

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“We recommend this hotel for its facilities and wonderful location, just a short walk from the marina and beach. It has proved to be a very popular choice.”

Algarve Sagres

Algarve

Martinhal Sagres Beach Family Resort

At a glance From £1245pp for 7 nights

This hotel sits in attractive grounds within the Costa Vicentina National park, the beach extends from the hotel and the historic town of Sagres is just 700 metres away.

Accommodation Hotel rooms with partial or full seaviews. 132 Village houses. 55 two or three bedroom Ocean Houses with seaviews: Bay Houses have views over the National Park and the sea. One to three bedroom Garden Houses with a pool. Luxury villas (three to five bedrooms) all with private pools. Inter-connecting Beach rooms.

Living Italian restaurant and seafood beach restaurant. O Terraco for family dining, (all seasonal). Surf Bar in the Resort Village Square.

Half board guests are offered a three course menu in one of these restaurants. Finisterra Spa, beach club pool, pools.

Playground, crèche (six months to two years), children’s clubs for two to four year olds and five to eight year olds. Explorers and Blast Club or the Blue Room with Play Stations.

Location Sagres Getting there 90 mins Accommodation 37 hotel rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Spa, tennis, crèche, gym, supermarket Dining options B&B

“We are delighted to include this property, which has proved extremely popular.

It is highly recommended for couples, families and groups of friends.”

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Cyprus It is very difficult to avoid stating the obvious about Cyprus.

It is the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love (so legend tells us), and it is hard to imagine friendlier, more helpful people. A beautiful island with so much to discover.

PAPHOS has grown into a popular resort. The range of shops and restaurants is very good, but what makes Paphos so different is the remarkable amount of history it has and all very accessible.

PISSOURI is tucked away on the South coast in unspoilt countryside between Paphos and Limassol and at the centre of a quiet 2km Blue Flag beach.

There are four good courses at Tsada, Secret Valley, Aphrodite Hills and the Elea Golf Club, designed by Nick Faldo. Handicap certificates required.

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Cyprus Pissouri

Columbia Beach Resort At a glance In a prime location on Pissouri Bay between Limassol and Paphos, the style and excellent service make the Columbia Beach Resort an oasis of luxury in a peaceful location.

Accommodation All-suite accommodation includes Junior Suites and more spacious Executive Suites (photo) with a garden view, pool view, side seaviews or a full seaview. One bedroom Suites have a garden view.

Two bedroom Family Suites have a bay or seaview. Some suites also have a private plunge pool.

Living Buffet breakfast in Bacchus restaurant, Cape Aspro or the Atrium (seasonal). For dinner choose from the fine dining Bacchus Restaurant, the Apollo or dine alfresco at Cape Aspro. Two outdoor pools and pool bars. Hébe Spa with gym, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, plunge pool, saunas and steam baths (all complimentary). Direct access to the 2km Blue Flag beach with complimentary sunbeds and umbrellas. Beach bar. Children’s club (four to 12 years) and crèche (charge). Complimentary Wi-fi. Hairdresser, boutiques.

From £985pp for 7 nights

Location Pissouri Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 169 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities All-suite accommodation, spa, Blue Flag beach, squash, tennis Dining options B&B

“This hotel is a very popular choice with our discerning guests looking for considerable comfort in a quieter location.”

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Cyprus Paphos

Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites

At a glance From £1330pp for 7 nights

This is a boutique style, all suite hotel for adults only, on a delightful beach in private gardens.

Location Paphos

Accommodation

Accommodation 111 rooms

Spacious suites and larger Superior Suites seaview, Executive one bedroom suites seaview (photo) enjoy a private pool, Jacuzzi and use of a private cabana on the hotel beach. Suite types have an inland view, a limited seaview or a front seaview. We recommend the limited or front seaview suites.

Living Estia Restaurant serves buffet breakfast, buffet evenings and a table d’hôte menu. Pool restaurant. Two à la carte restaurants, one for dinner and the Kymata beachfront restaurant which serves a Mediterranean menu for lunch and dinner (no supplement for half board guests - reservation required). Three bars. Deluxe All-Inclusive package. Two outdoor pools and one indoor pool, tennis court, Jacuzzis, table tennis, pool table and gym. Complimentary Wi-fi.

Elixir Spa for massages. Thalassotherapy, Aromatherapy, hairdresser, steam bath and saunas (both free of charge).

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Getting there 20 mins

Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Adults only suites (from 16 yrs), spa Dining options B&B (Deluxe AI option)

“A selection of bars and restaurants are within a 15-minute walk and old Paphos harbour is a 25-30 minute walk away.”

Cyprus Paphos

Alexander The Great Beach Hotel

At a glance From £930pp for 7 nights

This popular “superior” hotel is situated directly on the seafront, close to shops and other amenities. A wonderful hotel for both couples and families alike, overlooking a ‘Blue Flag’ sandy beach.

Location Paphos

Accommodation

Facilities Spa, tennis, gym

Bedrooms with inland view, side seaview or across the pool towards the sea (photo). Larger Superior rooms with a sofa and seaview or Paphos harbour view. Adults only Superior Cabanas have either private garden or a private pool, both have sunbeds and express VIP check-in.

Dining options B&B (HB Plus option)

Living Roxanne’s buffet restaurant. Café Royal all day dining. Adults only Italian Garibaldi Restaurant, Seven Orchids restaurant for à la carte dining. The Limanaki Greek taverna (some seasonal). Alexander’s Bar for cocktails with live music. Children’s pool, indoor pool and two outdoor pools. Infinity pool bar. Serenity Health Club & Spa includes sauna and steam bath (charges apply). Tennis court and table tennis. Havana Club (May-Oct) with shows. Kids Club (three to 12 yrs).

Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 202 rooms Dining 5 restaurants

“Within easy walking distance along the promenade to Paphos Harbour with its choice of bars and restaurants.”

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Elysium At a glance The Elysium is situated adjacent to the ancient Tomb of the Kings on the west coast. The hotel’s unique design incorporates local stone, marble and timber with warm muted colours.

Accommodation Deluxe rooms (photo), duplex style Family Cyprian Maisonettes, one or two bedroom Junior Suites, views vary between inland, side seaview or seaview. Royal Studios (over 16 years). Ground floor Studios, duplex style Royal Garden Villas around the adults only Royal pool both have a private plunge pool. Suites, one with a private pool.

From £910pp for 7 nights

Location Paphos Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 250 rooms Dining 5 restaurants Facilities Spa, children’s club, tennis courts, table tennis Dining options B&B

Living Lemonia Piazza for buffet meals. The main restaurant Epicurean.

Mediterraneo, Ristorante Bacco Italian and O’Shin Restaurant.

Bars, terraces and lounges to enjoy. Outdoor pool with Jacuzzi and small sandy beach. Boutiques, hairdresser. Complimentary Wi-fi.

Children’s pool, playground and Angels Kid’s Club (three to 12 yrs).

Opium Health Spa has indoor pool, hydro pool, free gym, sauna and steam bath (both free). Espa treatments.

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“Guests will find stylish accommodation, excellent facilities and an array of dining locations many of which have been renovated.”

Cyprus Paphos

Almyra At a glance Directly on the seafront with uninterrupted views across the bay to Paphos Harbour with shops and antiquities within easy walking distance.

From £890pp for 7 nights

Location Paphos

Accommodation

Getting there 20 mins

Inland view or Superior seaview rooms, Garden Terrace, Veranda seaview (photo) and Terrace seaview rooms. Adults only Premium Seaview Aethon rooms with direct seaviews. Most rooms have a walk-in shower (no bath). Larger Junior Suites. Kyma Suites.

One or two bedroom Suites.

Accommodation 187 rooms

Living

Dining 4 restaurants Facilities Children’s club, crèche, spa, tennis Dining options B&B

Breakfast or dinner at Mosaics. Alfresco Notios à la carte restaurant (seasonal). Cypriot specialities at the Ouzeri. Lounge bar Helios.

Gym, steam bath and a sauna. The Spa has an adults only indoor and outdoor pool. Eauzone restaurant for adults only is open for light snacks. Two outdoor pools and a shaded children’s pool.

Children’s club, crèche for children from four months to two years (we recommend that crèche and Kids Club places are pre-booked and pre-paid). Free half board for children when parents book half board. Complimentary Wi-fi.

“Almyra meaning ‘the taste of the sea’ is a contemporary Design Hotel in an ideal location.”

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Annabelle At a glance Annabelle is a ‘Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ property with a relaxing atmosphere and excellent standards of service and is only a short walk to the ancient fort and fishing harbour.

Accommodation Deluxe sea facing rooms offer seaviews towards Paphos Harbour (photo). A few inland rooms have very limited or no seaview, we prefer terrace garden view or seaview rooms. Family studios for two adults and two children. Other rooms include ground floor terrace garden or seaview rooms, to deluxe suites, and more.

Living Fontana for all day dining, buffet and à la carte; Amorosa French fine dining; Asteras gourmet à la carte cuisine (seasonal): and the casual Mediterraneo restaurant (seasonal). Ouranos for dinner, drinks and cocktails. Four bars. Byz bar has live music. Three pools.

Ouranos Wellbeing Spa with indoor pool and sauna. Crèche and children’s club at sister hotel Almyra next door (at a charge).

Book half board or full board and children will have complimentary half board or full board.

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From £895pp for 7 nights

Location Paphos Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 244 rooms Dining 5 restaurants Facilities Spa, gym, tennis, squash, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“The wide range of room types is impressive ranging from inland view to full seaview and some with private plunge pools.”

Sicily Due to its strategic trading location, Sicily was fought over and colonized during past centuries by the Greeks, Romans, Normans, Phoenicians and the Moors. Each left its mark on the island providing a rich collection of stunning Greek temples and sites, as well as small baroque gems such as Modica, Ragusa, Ispica, Scicli and Ortigia all are simply breathtaking.

Spring is a wonderful time to visit with beautiful yellow fields of wild flowers providing a striking contrast to rolling green hills and deep blue skies reflecting against the lovely Mediterranean.

Boasting a fine collection of both sand and pebble beaches, providing safe bathing and some excellent snorkelling. Cefalu’s sandy beach, with excellent bathing for children, is very close to both its lively resort centre and hotels. The Zingaro Marine Reserve has some lovely little pebble coves, as do the rocky inlets around Taormina.

Sicily is a gastronomist’s paradise! Take Italy’s delicious cuisine and embellish it with wonderful local sun drenched produce, together with spices brought over by the Moors. Wine production is now better than ever with some excellent reds and we can even offer properties specialising in gastronomy with cooking lessons!

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Sicily Ortigia

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Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel

At a glance From £1095pp for 7 nights

Right in the centre of the baroque jewel of Ortigia and just a stone’s throw from the seafront, the Algila is made up of two beautifully and sympathetically restored ‘palazzi’ from the 1700’s.

Accommodation Bedrooms are located throughout the two palazzi, stretching across the four original buildings.

There are Junior Suites, Deluxe Spa rooms with Jacuzzi, private terrace and seaview and a beautiful Suite. Some have seaviews, while others look out over the surrounding baroque buildings.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Buffet breakfast and evening meals (closed Sundays). Cosy bar.

Step outside the hotel into the stunning contrast of Ortigia’s white baroque buildings set against the deep blue sky and Mediterranean sea. Shops, bars and excellent trattorias abound, serving up sumptuous seafood meals. An evening stroll with alfresco dining in Ortigia’s beautifully lit ‘piazzas’ is perhaps one of the most romantic and charismatic experiences in Sicily!

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Location Ortigia Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 54 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Great location, complimentary bicycle hire available Dining options B&B

“All the attractions of the delightful baroque towns of South East Sicily and its unspoilt coastline are at your fingertips.”

Sicily Ispica

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Relais Torre Marabino At a glance Situated deep in the south eastern corner of beautiful baroque Sicily, close to beaches, the Torre Marabino is a delightful, rustic ‘agriturismo’ yet boasts the added advantages of a service similar to that of a boutique hotel.

Accommodation Seven spacious and comfortably furnished rooms located on the ground and first floor.

Larger rooms can sleep up to four people and some are duplex style. Complimentary Wi-fi.

From £910pp for 7 nights

Location near Ispica Getting there 85 mins Accommodation 7 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Car hire included, cookery lessons or wine tasting Dining options B&B

Living Sicilian buffet breakfast is served in the restaurant or on the terrace. A special four or six course gastronomic meal is available for dinner. Cookery lessons (not in July and August) or visit the estate’s wine cellar with wine tasting. Pool in hotel landscaped gardens and terraces. The nearest beach is a ten minute drive away.

An exceptionally comfortable base from which to explore Modica, Scicli, Ragusa and Ispica. For guests’ enjoyment we include an economy hire car in our prices.

“Mouth-watering cuisine, beautiful gardens and the inviting outdoor pool ensure pure relaxation.”

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Sicily Palermo

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Hotel Principe Di Villafranca

At a glance From £740pp for 7 nights

Located in a quiet and modern neighbourhood of Palermo, close to the fashionable Viale della Liberta and Piazza Politeama, this small boutique style hotel, provides an ideal base from which to explore the vibrant and fascinating Sicilian capital.

Accommodation Cosy bedrooms, Deluxe rooms offer more space than the superior rooms (photo), whilst junior suites also have a sitting area.

Location Palermo Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 32 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Great location in Palermo, library Dining options B&B

Living Breakfast room serving up Sicilian delicacies. Small bar, sitting area and lounge. A few minutes walk from shops, bars and restaurants, with an insight into the ‘real’ Palermo or head for the colourful markets of Il Capo, Ballaro or the Vucciria. All this is situated close to the historic centre of Palermo, which can easily be reached using local buses or on foot. A short stroll leads to Piazza Politeama, widely regarded as the centre of Palermo and which houses the magnificent ‘Teatro Politeama’. From here many of Palermo’s celebrated attractions are easily reached on foot.

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“Principe di Villafranca is a comfortable ‘oasis’ after a hectic day’s shopping or sightseeing.”

Sicily Cefalu

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Relais Santa Anastasia At a glance As you enter the long winding driveway to this magnificent country wine estate, you could easily believe you were in Tuscany! Rows and rows of vineyards and rolling hills, lead to a beautiful 12th century restored abbey originally founded

by Norman monks.

Accommodation Rustic rooms spread over the various wings of the abbey.

Classic rooms (with shower) look over the gardens/courtyard, whilst larger deluxe rooms have bath and pool view. Larger Junior suites and suites are also on offer.

From £895pp for 7 nights

Location near Cefalu Getting there 100 mins Accommodation 29 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Car hire included, cookery lessons or wine tasting Dining options B&B

Living Breakfast is served in restaurant Passioni e Tentazioni overlooking the pool. During peak season light lunches here too. Housed within the abbey, restaurant La Corte dell’Abate offers local fare accompanied by a variety of excellent wines produced by the estate. Wine tasting, cookery lessons and horse-riding are available (pre-booking essential and all payable locally). Terrace with pool and stunning views.

Cefalu is a twenty minute drive away, as is the town of Castelbuono.

An economy hire car is included.

“In an idyllic location in the foothills of the Madonie Regional Park, yet just a ten minute drive to the coast.”

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Sicily Taormina

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Villa Ducale At a glance This award winning, small luxury boutique hotel is perched just above the old centre of Taormina, boasting what has to be the most incredible vistas across the blue Mediterranean and magnificent Mount Etna.

Accommodation Bedrooms and suites, spread over various buildings of this lovely former villa each with a balcony/terrace and stunning seaview. Suites are larger in size and have their own lounge area.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Sicilian buffet breakfast, served on the panoramic terrace, à la carte dinners are served in the hotel’s fine dining restaurant with an alfresco terrace. In an elevated position above Taormina with wonderful views. Outdoor heated pool, decked sunbathing area.

Not suitable for guests with mobility issues. The hotel welcomes children aged six years and older. The historic centre of Taormina is just a 15 minute walk downhill. Complimentary shuttle service to the town centre.

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From £1840pp for 7 nights

Location Taormina Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 19 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Sunbathing decks, stunning terraces Dining options B&B

“A stay here provides the ultimate romantic experience in an intimate environment, where you can enjoy being pampered.”

Sicily Taormina

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Villa Carlotta At a glance Located just a short walk from Taormina’s beautiful centre, this palatial yet intimate boutique style villa evokes the grandeur of Sicily’s rich history and offers a high level of service. Early booking is advised for this extremely sought after property.

Accommodation Exquisite rooms and larger Junior suites and the suite also has a terrace. All rooms have French balconies, sea or garden views, complimentary Wi-fi.

From £1885pp for 7 nights

Location Taormina Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 23 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Cocktail lounge, shuttle to private beach club Dining options B&B

Living Restaurant offering buffet breakfast, served on the hotel’s wonderful terrace as well as à la carte lunch and dinner. Beautiful seaviews abound at all angles with Mount Etna completing a perfect picture.

Attractive garden with a small outdoor pool. Reading/internet area.

Free modern gym. The beaches of Taormina are just a short drive away. The centre of Taormina is only a ten minute walk away.

“Villa Carlotta provides a perfect retreat for couples in an intimate, stylish and romantic setting.”

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Sicily Noto

La Corte Del Sole At a glance La Corte del Sole enjoys an enviable location overlooking the gorgeous Vendicari Nature Reserve with easy access to the baroque treasure of Noto, which is rapidly becoming the ‘in place’ to be in Sicily’s unspoilt South East corner.

Accommodation Bedrooms are located around the courtyard or swimming pool with traditional Sicilian furnishings.

Romantica rooms enjoy four poster beds, whilst Oasis rooms have the added benefit of a balcony or terrace (some shared).

Complimentary Wi-fi.

From £830pp for 7 nights

Location near Noto Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 36 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Cooking lessons and wine tastings, car hire included Dining options B&B

Living Breakfast on the terrace or in the gardens. In the evenings (usually June to September) meals are served on the terrace or inside the traditional restaurant. Small freshwater pool with sunbeds and umbrellas and a pool bar. Traditional courtyard/sitting area.

Cooking lessons, wine tastings and massage/beauty treatments can also be arranged at the hotel. Sandy beaches and coastline are just a short drive away. For guests’ enjoyment we include an economy hire car in our prices.

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“A lovingly restored and authentic Sicilian ‘masseria’ or farmhouse.”

Sicily Cefalu

Alberi del Paradiso At a glance Situated just above the picturesque town of Cefalu, in a panoramic position, this elegant hotel is surrounded by lush gardens. The hotel has a warm and welcoming ambience.

Accommodation Classic rooms have a window facing the garden, superior rooms have a balcony and garden view whilst deluxe rooms also have distant side seaview. Prestige rooms and suites with terrace.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Buffet restaurant Al Capone lunch and dinner. Cosy corners for sitting and relaxing with views over the hotel’s colourful gardens, the sea and towards Cefalu’s UNESCO protected Norman cathedral. Lounge bar with terrace. Pool bar. Occasional live music in the evening in summer. Heated pool surrounded by fragrant Mediterranean pines, with sunbeds, hydro-massage chairs and distant seaviews. Tennis court. Private beach on the seafront of Cefalu with sunbeds and umbrellas. Accessible by hotel shuttle service. Or large sea platform with king-size sunbeds, umbrellas with a bar and restaurant, also accessible by hotel shuttle (both June to September).

From £1085pp for 7 nights

Location Cefalu Getting there 90 mins Accommodation 55 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Wellness area, sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi, gym Dining options B&B

“A firm favourite, which has proved to be a popular choice with our clients.”

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Sicily Cefalu

Le Calette Nº5 At a glance Set amidst lush gardens and in its own attractive bay, Le Calette Nº5 is a beautiful low-rise and open-plan style resort.

Location Cefalu

Accommodation

Getting there 90 mins

Rooms are in the main hotel or situated around the pool area.

Classic rooms on the ground floor, close to the pool, Deluxe are also on the ground floor and have patio and pool view and suites are located on the first floor and have a large balcony and seaview.

Suites have a separate living area.

Accommodation 30 rooms

Living Buffet breakfast. Bars and lounge areas around the pool. Terraces over the sea. Reef Club Restaurant for lunch. Snack and lounge bars.

Exotic gardens and pine scented paths lead to beach area. Large platform with sunbeds and umbrellas (seasonal). Occasional live music (in season). Heated pool and Jacuzzi. Walk around the headland to reach the historic centre of Cefalu – a UNESCO site.

Private Beach in Cefalu (June-September) with sunbeds, umbrellas, snack bar and changing cabins, reachable by hotel shuttle.

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From £1445pp for 7 nights

Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Complimentary Wi-fi, wellness centre, gym, sauna, Turkish bath Dining options B&B

“Situated in a fabulous location, just on the other side of Cefalu’s impressive ‘La Rocca’ and historic centre.”

Sicily Cefalu

Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa

At a glance From £1290pp for 7 nights

Located on a sandy beach, ideal for both families and couples – this hotel has it all and was completely refurbished in 2020. It has plenty of space to really enjoy your holiday.

Accommodation Renovated Deluxe rooms with balcony, with inland, side seaview or seaviews. Deluxe Bungalows have a terrace and garden view. Signature Level offers exclusive benefits and services.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Location Campofelice Di Roccella near Cefalu Getting there 70 mins Accommodation 356 rooms Dining 4 restaurants Facilities Spa, gym, tennis, mini-golf Dining options AI

Living Sicania buffet restaurant and three à la carte restaurants, Mediterranean Portofino, El Dorado steakhouse and Chang Thai Asian restaurant. Six bars. All-Inclusive includes drinks, meals at all restaurants (à la carte restaurants need to be reserved), snacks, entertainment programme and sports facilities. Three pools and one children’s pool. Direct access to the beach. Zentropia Palladium Spa & Wellness with indoor pool, hydrotherapy zone and sauna (over 18 years and wet areas at a charge). Also included are the Baby club (six-36 months - must be pre-booked) children’s club four-12 years and junior club 12-16 years.

“Right on a beach with plenty of space to relax or plenty to keep you busy!

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Sicily Cefalu

Hotel Tourist At a glance The hotel’s friendly and informal atmosphere, with good old fashioned service and charm is ideal for a relaxing holiday with both a lovely pool and beach at your fingertips.

Accommodation Simply furnished rooms. Family room for two adults and two children also (no balcony and no view). We recommend rooms with balcony and either side seaview or full seaview.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living A simple Sicilian breakfast is served in the restaurant. Friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Bar, restaurant and lounge areas have access to a large terrace with tables and chairs. Large outdoor pool to one side of the hotel. Just across the road is a sandy beach, where the hotel has its own sunbeds and umbrellas (seasonal and weather permitting). Cefalu’s historic centre with its wide choice of bars, shops and restaurants is a 20 minute stroll along the seafront.

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From £765pp for 7 nights

Location Cefalu Getting there 90 mins Accommodation 46 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Directly opposite a sandy beach Dining options B&B

“This simple and unpretentious hotel boasts a wonderful seafront location at the end of Cefalu’s beautiful bay.”

Sicily Cefalu

Hotel Artemis At a glance The Artemis, originally a convent built in the 1950s, is a city break hotel with high standards of accommodation and service situated right in the town centre of charming Cefalu.

Accommodation All rooms, except Economy and ground floor rooms, have a balcony.

Standard rooms (photo) are situated in the new wing of the hotel, classic rooms are situated in the older part of the hotel and are slightly larger and suites are even more spacious.

Living Bright breakfast room and small bar with terrace. Right outside the hotel are shops, bars and restaurants. 500m from the beach.

Sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach can be reserved at the hotel for an additional charge. Just ten minutes walk to the medieval centre of Cefalu, with its majestic Norman cathedral, café lined piazzas and attractive restaurants overlooking the seafront and old fishing harbour.

From £765pp for 7 nights

Location Cefalu Getting there 90 mins Accommodation 56 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Jacuzzi, gym, complimentary Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“Close to the lovely sandy beach and medieval historic centre.”

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Sicily Taormina

Hotel Ariston At a glance Located in an elevated position with wonderful views of the surrounding Mediterranean coastline, Hotel Ariston makes an ideal base from which to explore the splendid east coast of Sicily with its numerous attractions.

Accommodation Double rooms with seaview (no balcony), Superior rooms with seaview and balcony also have bathrobes, slippers, LCD TV/DVD player and mini-bar with complimentary soft drinks and fruit/sparkling wine on arrival.

Living Main restaurant for buffet breakfast and dinner including Sicilian specialities. À la carte dining at Le Terrazze during the summer months.

Spacious outdoor terraces with fabulous views. Pool surrounded by sunbeds and palm trees. Lounge bar. Resident pianist every night. Sicillian buffet folklore evening once a week (May to October).

Complimentary Wi-fi. The cable car station is a 15 minute walk, taking you down to the shingle beach or Taormina Mare.

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From £765pp for 7 nights

Location Taormina Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 146 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Great location, complimentary Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“It’s just a ten minute walk into the beautiful historic centre of Taormina boasting a great choice of restaurants, shops and bars.”

Sicily Taormina

Villa Belvedere At a glance Conveniently situated just a 10 minute walk from the centre of Taormina, yet in a very private and secluded setting, the Villa Belvedere oozes charm and character.

Accommodation Choice of partial seaview rooms with French balcony or seaview rooms with balcony or terrace (some shared) and Junior suites with wonderful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the hotel’s luxuriant gardens and pool.

Living Buffet breakfast until 10.30am. Public areas enjoy lovely views across the pretty gardens with Etna and the Mediterranean in the distance. Exquisite gardens, leading to the outdoor pool. Snack bar serves Sicilian fare on its terraces. Taormina beaches are just a short bus ride away (or take the cable car). Taormina’s historic centre can be reached in a ten minute stroll. Shuttle bus to the beach, available on request from the beginning of May. Daily charge of around €20-€25 per person (children half price) applies and is payable locally. Includes sunbed and umbrella on the beach.

From £1095pp for 7 nights

Location Taormina Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 52 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Complimentary Wi-fi, shuttle to beach Dining options B&B

“Efficiently run by the friendly Pecaut family, this delightful property is justifiably popular with British guests.”

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Sicily Taormina

Excelsior Palace At a glance This hotel has the incredible advantage of being set apart in its own beautiful grounds, offering privacy and seclusion, yet at the same time is situated in the heart of Taormina’s vibrant centre.

Accommodation Traditional rooms. Etna view room available at a supplement.

Standard rooms do not have a balcony. Etna rooms can be slightly noisier and have a balcony. Front seaview rooms have a full seaview with balcony. Double glazing and sound proofing in all rooms.

Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Main restaurant serves a Sicilian breakfast and dinner. Public areas, lounges and bar are elegantly decorated and furnished. Spacious grounds and outdoor terrace. Large outdoor pool (open May to October) located at the end of the promontory, reached by 82 steps.

Wonderful views, with privacy and relaxation the order of the day.

Sunbeds, umbrellas and towels and pool bar for refreshing drinks.

Light lunches are served between 12.30pm-3.00pm.

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From £1075pp for 7 nights

Location Taormina Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 88 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Olympic sized swimming pool, stunning views Dining options B&B

“The unique promontory location affords wonderful views over the Bay of Naxos and nearby Mount Etna.”

Sicily Taormina

Villa Angela At a glance This charming property is ideal if you are looking for spectacular scenery and breathtaking views in a quiet and elevated location with easy access to the centre of Sicily’s premier resort.

Accommodation All rooms enjoy partial sea and full Mount Etna views from their own terrace with sun-loungers, table and chairs. Deluxe superior rooms have a romantic canopied bed and hydro-massage bath. Junior and Leonardo da Vinci suites are more spacious. Etna suites.

Living Breakfast is served on the panoramic poolside terrace until 10.30am. À la carte lunch on the poolside restaurant terrace (payable locally).

Snacks and light dishes are available in the evening (payable locally).

Wonderful views from the public areas, bar and lounge. Swimming pool with sun-loungers and umbrellas. The historic centre of Taormina is just a 15-minute downhill walk. Hotels own shuttle bus service into town (extra cost).

From £1135pp for 7 nights

Location Taormina Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 27 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Complimentary Wi-fi, stunning views Dining options B&B

“An intimate and very friendly hotel, which is justifiably popular with British visitors.”

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Sicily Taormina Mare

UNA Hotel Capotaormina At a glance Situated on its own headland, overlooking the bay of Naxos on one side and Isola Bella on the other and just a five minute drive to Taormina, UNA Hotel Capotaormina provides a high level of service with excellent dining and its own private beach.

Accommodation

Location Taormina Mare Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 190 rooms Dining 3 restaurants

Spacious renovated rooms with balcony or terrace. Superior rooms (photo) look over the hotel’s gardens and Deluxe rooms have a seaview. Complimentary Wi-fi.

Facilities Free shuttle service to the old town of Taormina six times a day

Living

Dining options B&B

Alcantara for buffet breakfast. Le Grand Bleu for à la carte dining, or lunch. Naxos with panoramic views for buffet half board.

Svevo Bar for cocktails and piano music. The lower level of the hotel (accessed by lift) leads to the hotel’s private beach with sunbeds and umbrellas, snack bar. New sun terrace La Terrazza del Sole. A rock tunnel leads to the other side of the headland, where there is a seawater swimming pool, set into the rocks at sea level with terraces and sunbeds, beach bar.

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From £1215pp for 7 nights

“Surrounded by the azure Mediterranean, the hotel’s location gives the feeling of being on a cruise ship.”

Sicily Giardini Naxos

RG Naxos Hotel At a glance Located within well kept extensive beachfront grounds and just a short walk to the centre of Giardini Naxos with its excellent local restaurants and bars, the hotel offers an impressive level of accommodation and facilities.

Accommodation Superior and deluxe rooms have lovely seaviews. Family rooms are available too. Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Panarea restaurant for breakfast. La Sciara restaurant for dinner serving up traditional Sicilian cuisine. Lovely seaviews from the terrace. Lobby bar offers home-made Sicilian pastries and ice-creams. Beach bar serves snacks during the day. Immaculately kept Mediterranean garden with exotic palms. Pool overlooks the beach. Pool towels available (charged locally). Hotel’s private beach has sunbeds and umbrellas available mid May to September.

Spa with sauna, Hammam and indoor heated pool. All payable locally. Complimentary access to the hotel’s fitness centre.

From £1250pp for 7 nights

Location Giardini Naxos Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 296 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa with sauna, Hammam, indoor pool Dining options B&B

“This elegant hotel is the perfect base from which to explore nearby Taormina and the cultural attractions of eastern Sicily.”

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Lake Garda The largest of the Italian lakes, with a circumference of 160km, and comprised of three regions, southern, central and northern. Lake Garda is blessed with a beautiful microclimate with much more year-round favourable weather than the rest of northern Italy. Temperatures can be as high as 18-20°C even in March/April and October/November. Exploring the area, using the ferry services around the lake, is easy and immensely enjoyable.

Lake Garda offers excellent dining. The local cuisine is delightful and varies between the three regions of the lake, each of which boasts its own specialities including of course hand-made pasta, grilled meats and lake fish. Wine production, along with superb delicate olive oil, is excellent.

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Lake Garda Sirmione

Hotel Continental Wellness & Spa

At a glance From £1430pp for 7 nights

Just a few minutes walk from the bustling and charming historic centre of Sirmione the well-run and friendly Hotel Continental Wellness & Spa boasts a quiet and superb lakefront location.

Accommodation With a mix of classic and modern styles all superior doubles boast a balcony or terrace with side on lake view.

Living Restaurant offers buffet breakfast and a four-course table d’hôte evening meal. Spacious public areas and a bar. Breathtaking lake views abound from all angles especially from the hotel’s terraces and private jetty. Attractive gardens, two pools one with hot mineral enriched water (around 36°C). Wellness centre with Finish sauna and Turkish bath (minimum age 16 years). Aside from the nearby historic centre, you can enjoy a variety of relaxing and scenic walks around Sirmione’s gorgeous headland with its verdant scenery, abundant lake views and refreshing beaches.

Location Sirmione Getting there 50 mins Accommodation 54 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Great location, wellness centre Dining options HB

“This excellent hotel provides the perfect base for a relaxing stay in a wonderful and picturesque setting.”

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Lake Garda Desenzano del Garda

Villa Rosa Hotel At a glance Located close to the lakefront and the centre of Desenzano, this stylish four star boutique hotel boasts a high standard of accommodation, service and cuisine.

Accommodation All rooms have a balcony. Rooms either overlook the gardens and pool, surrounding town area or towards the lake. Larger superior rooms overlook the garden and pool. Junior suites and suites are larger still and boast a front lake view.

Living Rose & Sapori restaurant serves buffet breakfast and à la carte menu for dinner, with partial alfresco dining and views towards the lake and gardens. Bar and lounges. Pool area and gardens, with sunbeds, towels and pool. Pool bar during summer for lunch. The Belvedere terrace with breathtaking views of the lake. The centre of Desenzano del Garda is just a five minute walk, with a vibrant café scene, a good choice of restaurants and of course the main ferry hub to visit other resorts on the lake.

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From £855pp for 7 nights

Location Desenzano del Garda Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 62 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Great location Dining options B&B

“Just across the road is a pebble beach giving access to the lake.”

Lake Garda Salò

Hotel Salò Du Parc At a glance Boasting a fabulous lakefront position, this smart and contemporary hotel offers a peaceful and relaxing base in what has to be one of the most attractive settings on Lake Garda.

From £1040pp for 7 nights

Location Salò Getting there 75 mins

Accommodation

Accommodation 41 rooms

All rooms have a balcony and face the lake. Junior Suites have a separate living area.

Dining 1 restaurant

Living

Facilities Lake front, spacious gardens, free Wi-fi.

Contemporary restaurant and bar which overflows onto the terraces.

Stylish seating and lounge areas, both within the hotel and on the spacious terraces and decking, which lead onto the garden by the lake. Pool on the lakefront with easy access via some stone steps into the lake for swimming. All public areas face directly towards the lake. Salò’s centre and its expansive lakeside promenade, is only a few minutes walk away, where you will find cafés and shops together with the ferry stop for leisurely days out.

Dining options HB

“An idyllic enclave only a few minutes walk into Salò’s historic centre and its expansive lakeside promenade.”

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Lake Garda Gardone Riviera

Grand Hotel Gardone Riviera

At a glance From £1075pp for 7 nights

The Grand Hotel Gardone Riviera is one of the most loved hotels on the UK market and for good reason. It’s perfect for those looking for an ‘olde worlde’, traditional atmosphere in a beautiful historic ambience with an ideal location for both the resort of Gardone itself and visiting other parts of the lake by steamer or ferry boat.

Location Gardone Riviera

Accommodation

Dining options B&B

Getting there 80 mins Accommodation 167 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities All rooms face the lake, close to ferry stop

Classic rooms and refurbished Superior rooms all with lake view.

Larger junior suites (photo) on request.

Living The hotel’s elegant restaurant, right on the lakefront with alfresco seating, offers buffet breakfast and sumptuous dinners. The hotel’s very own lakeside promenade, leads to an heated swimming pool with sunbeds (charge) and access into the lake for swimming.

Pool bar. Historic hotel bar Winnies for a pre-dinner drink on the lakefront terrace or a digestivo in the piano bar. Gardone’s piazza with its ferry stop and elegant cafés and shops is right outside the hotel’s front door.

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“Frequented by Winston Churchill himself, this magnificent and historic hotel occupies a fabulous lakefront position.”

Lake Garda Bardolino

Parc Hotel Gritti At a glance Right next to the lakefront and just a short stroll into Bardolino’s historic centre - this immensely popular resort style hotel offers a wide range of facilities and makes a perfect base for a relaxing stay.

Accommodation We recommend ‘Privilege’ rooms, which have a balcony and free soft drinks in the mini-bar. Views vary and are generally over the surrounding countryside and internal courtyard garden.

Living The hotel’s restaurant offers buffet style. Guests can also enjoy a daily complimentary ‘teatime’ in the hotel’s gardens. American bar (open seasonally), exotic courtyard garden. Leading down towards the lakefront is a large pool with terraces, sunbeds and a pool/grill bar, which also serves alfresco light lunches. Wellness centre with indoor pool and fitness room, free for hotel guests between approx.

9.00am-6.00pm. Beyond the pool a small gate leads you directly onto the lakeside promenade.

From £845pp for 7 nights

Location Bardolino Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 262 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Jacuzzi, sauna and Turkish bath Dining options B&B

“A pleasant ten minute stroll takes you directly to the town centre with its shops, cafés, piazzas and ferry stop.”

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Puglia This is a fabulous, lesser known region to discover, ideally suited to the more independent traveller and which boasts an excellent mix of culture, history, beaches, gastronomy, a warm climate and very friendly people!

There’s an incredible variety of landscapes, from the wooded coastlines of the dramatic peninsula of the Gargano in the North to the perfectly kept countryside surrounding the plateau of the ‘Valle D’Itria’ in the centre, culminating in the white beaches and crystal clear waters in the South.

Puglia remains an unspoilt and fascinating destination with plenty to see and do, from the UNESCO sites of Castel del Monte (Norman castle) and Alberobello, home of the ‘Trulli’, to the amazing nature and coastline of the Gargano National Park, from the pretty fishing village of Trani with its imposing Romanesque cathedral to the beautifully kept olive oil producing Valley of Itria and from the mystical ‘Sassi’ (caves) of Matera, designated European Capital of Culture in 2019, to the stunning baroque masterpiece of Lecce.

Enthusiasts of gastronomy will not be disappointed, sun drenched vegetable ‘antipasti, pasta ‘orecchiette’ is simply delicious with homemade tomato ‘salsa’, fresh basil and grated ricotta cheese and sumptuous seafood and fresh fish abound. Puglia is the single largest producer of olive oil in the whole of Italy and the wine is excellent too!

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Puglia Alberobello

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Charming Trulli At a glance Situated right in the historic centre of the glorious UNESCO town of Alberobello these comfortable ‘Trulli’ offer the visitor a superb base to enjoy the delights of this unique destination and the surrounding area.

Accommodation Whitewashed Trulli (you will stay in your own independent Trullo) located in the centre of Alberobello, generally no more than a 5-minute walk from the Basilica dei Santi Medici. Larger Trulli are also available on request offering two bedrooms for up to five people. Complimentary Wi-fi is available in reception.

Living Trattoria Terra Madre just a few minutes walk from your Trullo and offers a Puglian breakfast (subject to change) and evening meals.

Alberobello is an absolute delight to explore on foot. Whitewashed Trulli, narrow cobbled lanes with picturesque hanging baskets and colourful flowers lead to hidden piazzas. Characterful shops abound, attractive churches intermingle amongst the Trulli and an excellent choice of restaurants.

From £915pp for 7 nights Location Alberobello Getting there 60 mins Accommodation 20 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Cookery classes Dining options B&B

“Small, white, stone-built conical houses provide a totally unique experience.

The unusual roofs were designed to avoid taxes!”

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Puglia Monopoli

Il Melograno At a glance This lovely ‘masseria’ (fortified farmhouse) enjoys a tranquil location, and yet is only a 10 minute drive to what has to be one of Puglia’s most charismatic coastal towns… enchanting Monopoli.

Accommodation Rooms vary in size and are mostly located around the main courtyard of the property. Deluxe rooms (photo), Junior Suites and Suites Complimentary Wi-fi.

Living Buffet breakfast is served at Mùmmulo Restaurant or by the pool.

Half board is a three course menu. Lounge areas, bar and intimate corners for dining. Pool with terraces. Attractive gardens.

Tennis court. Petramare Spa with indoor heated pool, sauna, steam bath. 17th century courtyard. Attractive coastal town of Monopoli is just a short ride away with its beautiful architecture, churches and characterful alleyways teeming with fabulous little eateries and cafés.

Il Melograno’s beach club Le Tamerici (seasonal and at a charge) complimentary shuttle service.

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From £1000pp for 7 nights

Location near Monopoli Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 41 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Beach club, spa, gym Dining options B&B

“Part of ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’ you can be assured of the finest service within an intimate atmosphere.”

Puglia Torre Canne

Hotel Del Levante At a glance A visit to Puglia wouldn’t be the same without spending some time on its wonderful beaches and bathing in its crystal clear waters.

From £910pp for 7 nights

Location near Torre Canne

Accommodation

Getting there 40 mins

Room categories include garden view, seaview as well as suites.

Inter-connecting rooms available. Complimentary Wi-fi.

Accommodation 149 rooms

Living Elegant restaurant serves very good Puglian fare with a delightful breakfast buffet in the morning. Spacious public areas and bar. Alfresco bar and summer snack bar during the day, which transforms into a pizzeria with seaview in the evening (approx. mid June to mid September). Swimming pool plus a children’s pool.

Direct access to the hotel’s own sandy beach with sunbeds and umbrellas, safe bathing and views of Torre Canne in the distance.

Children’s club from approx. mid June to mid September.

Tennis court, gym, outside fitness area and mountain bikes to rent (payable locally). Massage available June-September (bookable and payable locally). Boats are available to hire for private excursions along the coast.

Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Sandy beach, children’s club, tennis, gym Dining options B&B

“The lovely Hotel Del Levante boasts a fantastic beach front location close to the authentic little seaside town of Torre Canne.”

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Croatia

Croatia is now a top holiday choice. Stunningly beautiful with a fantastic coastline and over 1,000 islands, eight national parks, medieval towns and villages and exquisite architecture. Spring and autumn are perfect for outdoor pursuits (excellent marked paths for hiking and biking) and sightseeing while summer offers some Adriatic magic with swimming and boat trips. Great summer festivals and events programmes.

Istrian Riviera

Hvar

Absolutely beautiful region that has it all!

Great choice of accommodation in Pula, Rovinj and also Porec.

Officially the sunniest island of the Adriatic.

Stay in trendy Hvar town or Stari Grad.

Zadar Stay in the unspoilt resort of Biograd na Moru.

Four National Parks close by.

Split Historic city. Glorious coastline and great beaches nearby. Stay in the city or in Podstrana or near Trogir.

Brac Stay in Bol, Supetar or Postira. Unspoilt Dalmatian island, yet easy to reach. Visit the most famous beach in Croatia!

Korcula Korcula has lots of maritime heritage with links to Marco Polo.

Dubrovnik The forever famous walled city by the sea.

Stay near the old city or on the lovely Lapad and Babin Kuk peninsula close by.

Dubrovnik Riviera Orasac, Mlini and Cavtat – beautiful, relaxing places close to Dubrovnik. Perfect for a quieter holiday with Dubrovnik still easily accessible.

Makarska Long, white pebble beaches, pine trees right down to the shore. Stay in the pretty resorts of Makarska or Tucepi.

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Croatia Split

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Hotel Luxe At a glance Massive wow factor, resulting in a city centre hotel oozing style. Just a few minutes walk to Riva (seafront) or to old city/Diocletian’s Palace.

Step into the hotel – the sparkle hits you.

Accommodation Classic city view rooms, no balcony. Partial seaside view standard rooms, no balcony. Comfort seaside view rooms with small balcony.

Superior seaside view rooms with balcony. (Many seaside rooms have good view of the sea but may not be a clear seaview).

Single rooms have walk-in shower only. Other rooms have bath as well as a shower.

From £825pp for 7 nights

Location Split Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 30 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Mini-spa, sauna, Jacuzzi Dining options B&B

Living Close to centre. Five minute walk to the famous Bacvice beach which is mostly sand. Good beach bars and music in summer.

Buffet breakfast. Lounge. Drinks and breakfast here. Mini-spa with massage, sauna, Jacuzzi and small free gym. Free Wi-fi. Parking available nearby.

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“Plenty of regular guests return to this cutting-edge hotel. Perfect for couples.

Excellent location.”

Croatia Island of Brac

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Hotel Bol At a glance The hotel opened in 2013 and is acclaimed as one of the most stylish hotels on Brac.

A beautiful boutique hotel where service is a priority. Located in Bol, 10 minutes walk from the centre.

From £785pp for 7 nights

Location Bol, Island of Brac Getting there 150 mins including ferry crossing

Accommodation

Accommodation 23 rooms

All rooms are spacious and all vary in shape and size. Most have a balcony. Two rooms without balcony. Some superior rooms have a large double bed and sofabed for one or two children.

Bathrooms mostly have walk-in shower. A few have bath with shower.

Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Gym, sauna Dining options B&B

Living Lobby bar for drinks and also to poolside. Good size outdoor pool for a small boutique hotel. Lovely terrace with sunbeds and pool towels, also can be taken to beach (deposit applies).

Gym and sauna. Delightful restaurant with terrace serves breakfast only, with home-made bread and cakes. Hot dishes to order.

Free Wi-fi throughout hotel. Worth taking a day out to do the “Brac Adventure” trip.

“Superb hotel, perfect for couples and groups of friends seeking stylish surroundings close to the centre and easily reached beaches.”

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Croatia Cavtat

CHIC & B O U TI QU E

Position of Villa Pattiera

Hotel Villa Pattiera At a glance This is an absolute gem. Originally a 19th century private villa and was once the home of Croatian opera singer Tino Pattiera. Now a privately owned boutique hotel with stone balconies.

Accommodation All rooms of different shapes and sizes due to heritage status of building. Some have terrace or balcony (on request). Deluxe rooms are bigger than others. These face the promenade. Some rooms can accommodate extra beds.

Living In the centre of Cavtat so expect to hear life going on around.

Restaurant Dalmacija is à la carte. Breakfast and half board, set menu dinner served here. Garden terrace. Promenade bar.

Closest beach around five minute walk. Bus station and taxi-boat stops for Dubrovnik under five minutes. Beautiful property.

Historically preserved building. Three floors. No lift. Villa Pattiera is located in a pedestrianised area. Your transfer will take you to the closest point which is the bus station from where it is a short walk.

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From £660pp for 7 nights

Location Cavtat Getting there 15 mins Accommodation 12 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“A perfect, family run, boutique style hotel that is stylishly appointed. A great hotel for couples.”

Croatia Pula

Park Plaza Histria At a glance One of the best hotels in Croatia. Located on the green Verudela peninsula just 15 minutes by bus from the centre of Pula. In beautiful grounds and gardens and right by the sea. Small beach in front of the hotel.

Accommodation All rooms have balconies with views towards the sea, inland to gardens or piazza area (a few have partial seaview). Most rooms have a sofabed. Marina Wing just a few metres from main hotel across the courtyard.

Living Buffet restaurant Histria also à la carte menu. Outside seating.

Yacht à la carte beach restaurant. Sunbeds at Yacht beach deck on waterfront (charge). Free sunbeds and double sunbeds on the lawns and under trees. Outdoor pool and indoor pool. Lobby bar, Luna’s bar-lounge, pool bar. Comfort Zone Space Histria Spa. Chill-out outdoor lounge terrace with evening entertainment (June- September). Verudela Avenue is opposite hotel.

Shops, couple of restaurants. Adjacent sports complex.

Car park.

From £785pp for 7 nights

Location Pula Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 242 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa with sauna zone, gym, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“Five star service at four star prices.

Affordable luxury… our Croatia expert’s favourite hotel.”

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Croatia Pula

Park Plaza Verudela Apartments

At a glance From £570pp for 7 nights

A stylish, much sought after property in a stunning location right by the sea on the green Verudela peninsula, 15 minutes by bus from centre of Pula. Beautifully styled, self-catering studios and apartments. In lovely grounds that sweep down to the beach. Smooth stone, terrace and pebble beaches nearby, three minutes walk from the apartments. Early booking essential.

Accommodation Studios and one or two bedroom apartments in low-rise buildings.

The layout of buildings and greenery resembles an Istrian village.

Car-free resort. Three floors, no lift. Bathrooms all have walk-in shower.

Living Three outdoor pools (sunbeds charged around the pool).

Excellent sports facilities. Kids and teens clubs (peak season).

Good entertainment programme for adults and children. Verudela Avenue on resort is for eating, shopping and more. Eat Croatian, International and Italian. Pool bar and restaurant. Car park.

Frequent bus service to downtown Pula. Bus stop close by.

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Location Pula Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 385 studios/apts Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Tennis, children’s clubs, free Wi-fi Dining options Self-catering

“An extremely spacious resort with all facilities on hand, excellent pools and perfect for families in July and August. Blue Flag Beach.”

Croatia Rovinj

Island Hotel Katarina At a glance A best selling hotel. A unique island location a stone’s throw from the centre of Rovinj. Just four minutes by boat. Stunning location in what feels like a 19th century private park with lovely wooded areas.

Accommodation Rooms and Executive suites all with balcony, many with seaside views. Others have views over the park. Bathrooms all have walk-in shower. Family rooms.

Living Beautiful park and grounds. Small lobby bar and glorious terrace.

Main buffet restaurant with waiter-served main course for dinner.

Lovely large terrace for outdoor dining. Pool bar. À la carte Bistro Plaza. Two pools and a small children’s pool. Beaches mainly pebble or rock. Paddleboard, pedal boats and canoes.

Animation programme for adults and children. Mini-club for children aged four to 12 years (mid June-mid September). Free Wi-fi.

Boats operate daily from hotel dock to centre of Rovinj and return, usually 05.30am-00.30am. Free. No cars on the island.

From £640pp for 7 nights

Location Rovinj Getting there 75 mins Accommodation 130 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Tennis, table tennis, mini-golf, children’s club Dining options B&B

“Suited to both adults and families and due to the island location, it never feels crowded. A romantic getaway outside of school holidays.”

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Croatia Rovinj

Grand Park Hotel Rovinj

At a glance From £1465pp for 7 nights

A brand new luxury five star hotel which opened in 2019 with fabulous contemporary design and in one of the best locations in Rovinj, with wonderful views to the old town and across the Adriatic to Katarina Island.

Location Rovinj

Accommodation

Facilities Spa, gym, “Leading Hotels of the World”member

Premium and Deluxe rooms. Inter-connecting rooms.

Deluxe seaview rooms are larger and have a balcony.

Getting there 50 mins Accommodation 209 rooms Dining 4 restaurants

Dining options B&B

Living Cap Aureo à la carte Signature restaurant and terrace with an open kitchen and chef’s table (reservation required). Laurel & Berry all day dining. Casual dining main restaurant. Viva Eufemia bar and terrace and cigar lounge. Primi Terreni à la carte restaurant on the Lungomare Plaza is a casual grill themed spot with Deli, wine-cellar-cave, bar and lounge, plus music on the terrace in high season. Katarina’s Patisserie.

Albaro Wellness & Spa with saunas, steam rooms, plunge pool and garden. Cissa Pool bar. Three pools. Free Wi-fi. Boat transfer to a lovely rock-pebble beach 10 minutes away.

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“A much awaited elegant hotel which oozes style and with a spa so big that it seems truly endless.”

Croatia Porec

Hotel Flores At a glance Highly popular with British guests. In an excellent location, in a pine wood close to the sea and just a few minutes walk to the old town centre.

Two minutes walk to the nearest small pebble beach. Away from the buzz of the waterfront in the centre of town, yet everything is close by.

Accommodation Large, spacious rooms all with balcony, choice of inland views or partial seaviews (due to pine trees) from some (not all) park side rooms. Family rooms.

From £655pp for 7 nights

Location Porec Getting there 50 mins Accommodation 39 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Gym, indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living Small indoor heated pool. Large car park (parking is a challenge in Porec in high season). Main restaurant serves breakfast and half board meals, usually buffet style in peak season while the rest of the season there may be, waiter-served special menu. Café-bar and lovely terrace with the pine woods right there to the side. Small tourist train stops near the hotel for access around Porec and beaches, normally runs until end of September. Small charge.

“Friendly unpretentious hotel. Great value for money. Excellent location close to the sea and the town centre.”

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Croatia Porec

BO Hotel Palazzo Porec

At a glance From £785pp for 7 nights

One of the best locations in Porec, right by the sea at the end of a promenade, the hotel has been recently refurbished. Gorgeous spot with relaxed atmosphere.

Accommodation Classic, superior and premium rooms, junior suites and suites of different shapes and sizes due to the building’s historic heritage status. Various views – most have seaview. Most larger superior and premium rooms have balcony (on request). Classic rooms have inland view towards the town and adjacent gardens.

Location Porec Getting there 50 mins Accommodation 83 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Gym, sauna and Jacuzzi, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living Huge terrace extends from the restaurant along the side of the hotel with sea a few paces away. Breakfast served in main restaurant. À la carte restaurant Ritzi. Terrace for meals subject to availability.

Half board dinner is usually a three/four course menu waiter-served.

Bar, new lounge and pool bar. Infinity pool (compact size).

Deep water in front of the hotel and proximity to the harbour means no swimming. Nearest beach under ten minute walk and nice spots on St.Nikola island opposite (boat takes five minutes, charge).

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“People say sitting on the terrace at sunset sipping a cocktail feels a little like being on a film set.”

Croatia Biograd Na Moru

Hotel Ilirija At a glance Lovely hotel in great location right on the seafront by the marina. Under five minute walk to the centre. Set in beautiful Mediterranean gardens with palm trees. Has a real Riviera feel.

Wonderful views out to sea from many spots and to Pasman island.

Accommodation

From £580pp for 7 nights

Location Biograd Na Moru Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 165 rooms Dining 1 restaurant

Standard Comfort double or twin rooms on lower floors.

Few triple rooms.

Facilities Spa with sauna, steam, free Wi-fi

Living

Dining options B&B

Buffet restaurant. Some outdoor terrace-garden seating (breakfast only). Infinity pool, free sunbeds (limited number), pool towels (charge) at sister hotel Adriatic, very close. Pool bar including terrace seating away from pool and indoor lounge, Hotel Adriatic. Lavender beach bar between Adriatic and Hotel Ilirija, outdoor lounge seating and music. Sunbeds on beach and lawns (charge). Indoor pool located between Adriatic and Hotel Ilirija. Spa and Wellness Salvia. Hairdresser. Tennis.

Live music on terrace, mid June to mid September. Pebble beach a few paces away. Car park (charge).

“Super value hotel offering excellent service. Just three minutes walk to Drazica beach and watersports.”

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Croatia Split

Hotel Park At a glance Probably the best hotel in the region and one of the most sought-after on the Croatian coast.

This hotel is both glamorous and contemporary.

Five minutes walk to the old city and less to the famous sandy Bacvice beach.

Accommodation Some rooms have seaside view (none with full seaview). Some have balcony. Some superior rooms on the first floor have balcony with a few steps down to a small lawn-terrace with sunbeds. Deluxe rooms on two floors, with steps between the floors and have either seaview or city view.

From £815pp for 7 nights

Location Split Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 72 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Spa, Finnish sauna, small gym Dining options B&B

Living Restaurant Split with à la carte menu. Live music, some evenings.

There is a lovely, huge outdoor terrace with seating, compact swimming pool and pool bar serving snacks and drinks. Sunbeds here and pool towels. Imperial lobby bar. Spa includes VIP couples’ Jacuzzi, treatment rooms, Finnish sauna, small gym and a little outdoor garden. Sauna and Jacuzzi at charge. Car park (charged).

Free Wi-fi.

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“A truly luxurious, five star hotel with attentive staff in a wonderful location.

Perfect for couples.

Early booking is essential.”

Croatia Split

Hotel Marvie At a glance A stylish hotel that opened in 2017 in a great location close to the beach and the old city.

The rooftop pool area has a real wow factor.

From £950pp for 7 nights

Location Split

Accommodation

Getting there 35 mins

Rooms and suites with and without balcony. Twin and double rooms. Various room categories. All superior rooms with balcony have seaside view. First and second floor rooms with balconies have partial views to buildings and to the sea.

Accommodation 76 rooms

Living Smart reception. Mareo bar and terrace on the first floor. Restaurant Da’Mar for breakfast and à la carte meals, and terrace. Indoor pool, Jacuzzi and relaxation beds plus spa featuring sauna, relax zone, treatments and gym. Fabulous rooftop pool with great views to the sea. Pool bar and free pool towels, sunbeds and parasols. 20 minutes walk to famous Split Riva (seafront promenade) and centre, bus stop five minutes away. Closest beach is four to five minutes walk and sandy Bacvice beach is around eight minutes walk.

Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Spa with jacuzzi, sauna and gym Dining options B&B

“Superb four star boutique style hotel offering value for money.”

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Croatia Split

Hotel Cornaro At a glance Fabulous, stylish hotel and winner of numerous awards. Great location. Rooms are in two historic buildings, both under cultural protection. Parts of the buildings are 1000 years old.

Accommodation Stylish rooms. No balconies and rooms of varying shape/size due to heritage status. Comfort, Superior and Deluxe rooms, some with city views. Most bathrooms have walk-in shower. Few have bath with shower.

Living Each wing has reception. Two restaurants, one with courtyard terrace, restaurant in the new wing serves breakfast only and both are connected by corridor. À la carte restaurant. Drinks served on terrace-courtyard. Restaurants, bars and shops close by. Parking 200m away. Small spa with sauna and treatments. Gym. Rooftop Panorama Bar and Jacuzzi. Live music/DJ here sometimes on summer evenings, usually Fridays. Free Wi-fi and iPad loan.

Five-minute walk to Riva seafront.

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From £1630pp for 7 nights

Location Split Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 156 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Small spa, rooftop bar and Jacuzzi Dining options B&B

“Right in the old city.

Few minutes walk to Diocletian’s Palace.”

Croatia Split

Hotel Peristil At a glance Located in the heart of the city centre.

Right next to the east wall of the Palace.

Step out to columns, statues and Split’s famous polished stone pavements.

Accommodation Most of the rooms have views of rooftops and squares. Two rooms have original sections of the palace walls exposed. Bathrooms all with walk-in showers.

Living Fabulous outside terrace within a pretty cloister. Breakfast, meals and drinks here. Half board usually special set menu, waiter-served.

Main à la carte restaurant. Most people prefer outdoors. Shops, bars, restaurants and famous Split market a minute or two away.

Great location. Surrounded by Split’s historic sites. No cars allowed within the old city. Transfer takes you as far as possible. Thereafter, short walk. Few minutes. Help with your luggage. Free Wi-fi in rooms and in lobby area. Three floors. No lift. Sells out fast.

From £970pp for 7 nights

Location Split Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 12 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Great location in Split, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“Lovely little hotel. Highly sought-after. Book early.”

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Croatia Podstrana

Le Meridien Lav Split At a glance A Marriott luxurious hotel in a great location, right on the waterfront with superb views.

Ten minutes from Split. There is a small marina in front of the hotel with a couple of bars and restaurants for guests to enjoy.

Accommodation Renovated Elegant rooms for two people and larger Premium rooms with a sofabed for third adult. Both with either park-inland side or a full seaview.

Living Spalatum restaurant with terrace. Buffet breakfast and half board dinner. If low occupancy, set three course menu offered. À la carte section of restaurant. Evening entertainment. La Vue Bar. Big terrace. Re:Fresh pool bar. À la carte Seven Palms Grill and beach bar. Gooshter beach club bar and bistro, open June-September and Conlemani Italian restaurant. Car park available. Infinity pool overlooking beach with free sunbeds. Small children’s pool.

Free Children’s Club (four to 12 years, June-September).

Lovely pebble beach with free sunbeds. The Re:Cupera Spa with large indoor pool. Finnish saunas, Turkish steam room. Hairdresser.

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From £1065pp for 7 nights

Location Podstrana Getting there 40 mins Accommodation 359 rooms Dining 4 restaurants Facilities Spa, gym, tennis, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“Superb hotel, just what you would expect from Le Meridien brand. Top-notch services. Beach-front relaxation with the buzz of Split close by.”

Croatia Near Trogir

Hotel Ola At a glance An adults-only hotel which opened in 2017 now enjoying many returning guests. Located close to Trogir, the stunning UNESCO listed walled city.

From £920pp for 7 nights

Location Seget Donji near Trogir

Accommodation

Getting there 20 mins

Spacious rooms and two suites. All with balcony and fabulous seaviews. Bathrooms are semi open-plan and have wet-room style walk-in showers (with door).

Accommodation 48 rooms

Living

Facilities Adults only, spa, top floor terrace and pool

Bar-lounge with large terrace. Black Pepper à la carte restaurant also shares the terrace and serves lunch and dinner. Breakfast is buffet style. Ola Wellness Spa offers three saunas. Indoor pool, small gym. Top floor huge, wow-factor terrace and infinity pool (May to October). Pool bar. Free Wi-fi. Parking garage (charge). Nearest beach is paved and pebble and across the road down a slope and some steps (not hotel owned). Free golf buggy shuttle to beach and taxi-boat stop, usually 10.00am-12.00pm and 5.00pm-9.00pm, June to September. Taxi-boat (not hotel operated) from near hotel to Trogir usually operates early-June to late-September.

Dining 1 restaurant

Dining options B&B

“Stylish, funky and a great hotel for adults (from 16 years). Trogir is three km away, a 30-minute walk or a five-minute taxi ride.”

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Croatia Island of Brac

Bluesun Hotel Amor At a glance A five minute stroll from the hotel through the trees to one of the best, long pebble beaches in the region. Good selection of watersports.

Located to the west side of Supetar. Ten minutes walk to the centre of Supetar, really lovely spot with bars, restaurants, shops and pretty squares and piazzas.

Accommodation Superior twin or double rooms. Some ground floor rooms. Balcony or terrace with seaside or inland view (inland view is usually a mix of rooftops and gardens).

Living Half board buffet dinner with terrace and outdoor seating.

Aperitif bar. À la carte restaurant. Set in beautiful gardens which feel more like a park. Top floor sun terrace and sun loungers. Outdoor pool. Amor Wellness and Spa centre with Jacuzzi. Hairdresser.

Located on a resort where there are a couple of other hotels, rarely visible due to extensive gardens and trees.

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From £675pp for 7 nights

Location Supetar, Island of Brac Getting there 120 mins including ferry crossing Accommodation 48 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Spa, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

“The hotel is designed in contemporary style using local stone and is rather stylish. Great base for families, friends and for couples.”

Croatia Island of Brac

Hotel Pastura At a glance Postira traditional fishing village, unspoilt place surrounded by vineyards. Fifteen minutes drive from Supetar where the ferry arrives from Split.

A small sandy beach is at Prvlja. Five minutes walk from hotel.

Accommodation Rooms and suites, many with seaview or seaside view. All have terrace or balcony. Suites have sea view. Inland view rooms face trees and sometimes parked cars. Ten, one or two bedroom, open-plan apartments next to hotel, with seaside view, some have full seaview. Cleaning three times per week. Hotel facilities available to guests. Arrivals/departures on Saturdays only.

From £585pp for 7 nights

Location Postira, Island of Brac Getting there 120 mins including ferry crossing Accommodation 46 rooms & 10 apartments Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Small spa, sauna and gym Dining options B&B

Living Restaurant serves buffet breakfast and waiter served dinner. À la carte restaurant with terrace usually exclusive to à la carte diners.

Cocktail bar and café snack bar. Outdoor swimming pool and pool bar in high season. Terrace and sunbeds (charged). Small children’s pool. Children’s playground. Car park. Sandy beach at Lovrecina 5km away. Hotel can arrange local boat to take you (charge).

“Superb location right by the water’s edge. A friendly, well-run hotel. British guests are especially welcome.

Many repeat guests.”

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Croatia Makarska

Valamar Meteor Hotel At a glance Perfectly located on Makarska’s famous long pebble beach with only a pedestrianised promenade between the hotel and beach.

No cars nearby. Great views to Biokovo mountains when on beach or in sea. Ten minutes walk to centre of Makarska. Wide choice of bars, restaurants and shops.

From £675pp for 7 nights

Location Makarska Getting there 105 mins Accommodation 268 rooms Dining 1 restaurant

Accommodation

Facilities Gym, massage and sauna

Classic or superior rooms, most have side seaview and balconies.

Some seaview rooms.

Dining options B&B

Living Main buffet restaurant for breakfast and half board with terrace area.

Once weekly there is a Dalmatian dinner. One of the largest indoor pools in Croatia. New outdoor infinity pool. Free sunbeds and towels on surrounding terrace. Pool bar. Occasional entertainment by the pool or on the terraces. Lounge bar has fabulous big outdoor terrace. Independently run casino on lower ground floor. Some steps lead to the outdoor pool. Consider if steps are a challenge. Parking in front of the hotel (charge). Free Wi-fi.

Children’s pool. Families usually July and August.

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“This is a favourite hotel with many returning Brits, that offers good value for money.

Direct access to promenade and boat excursions close by.”

Croatia Makarska

Hotel Osejava At a glance This is a beautiful boutique hotel with distinct design. Funky and stylish. Located right on the waterfront at the far end of Makarska town.

Five minutes walk to centre with shops and bars.

Accommodation Double rooms and suites. A few twins, with side seaview and mountain/inland view. Some rooms have balconies, at a supplement. Side seaview rooms have French windows and smaller Juliet balconies. Mountain/inland view rooms have larger balconies (on request). Inter-connecting rooms (these sell fast).

From £700pp for 7 nights

Location Makarska Getting there 105 mins Accommodation 50 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Pizzeria, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living À la carte Zalo has fabulous terrace and seaview. Restaurant Parangal for breakfast and half board dinner, a set menu with waiter service. À la carte pizzeria with wood burning oven. Café bar Kantun. Seasonal Sushi Bar. Small outdoor swimming pool with free sunbeds. Beauty salon. Car park. Close to bars, restaurants, shops of Makarska. 15 minutes walk to the long pebble beach and a small paved beach in front of the hotel with step access into the sea.

“Rave reviews since opening with special mention of attentive staff.

Early booking is essential as the place sells out.”

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Croatia Makarska

Hotel Park At a glance Magnificent location on the waterfront and only the pedestrian promenade separates hotel from long pebble beach, one of the best on this Riviera. No cars. There is a boutique feel to the hotel yet with the space of a large property.

Accommodation There are various room types all with a balcony and with either inland or seaviews. Standard rooms have inland views and Superior rooms have seaviews and are slightly larger.

Living Oliva à la carte restaurant near the sea and the buffet Lavanda restaurant. Lobby bar. Beach bar (seasonal). Lovely outdoor pool with terrace and free sunbeds (limited number). The pool bar.

‘Yes to Beauty’ Spa, with indoor pool and gym (charge). Car park (charge). Free Wi-fi. Ten minutes walk to centre. Public children’s playground five minutes walk along the waterfront. Two entrances to the hotel – one main one at street level and the other directly from the beach/promenade level.

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From £770pp for 7 nights

Location Makarska Getting there 90 mins Accommodation 113 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa with indoor pool, Finnish sauna, Turkish steam Dining options B&B

“Elegant hotel, a touch funky too, in one of the best locations in Makarska. Perfect for couples and friends.

Early booking essential.”

Croatia Tucepi

Hotel Laurentum At a glance Unusual almost “country house” feeling yet just two minutes from the sea. Real favourite of British guests. High quality service. Dedicated attentive staff. Set in expansive grounds with flowers and palm trees. Real feeling of space.

Unexpected in smaller hotel. Early booking really is essential.

Accommodation Spacious, mostly twin bedded rooms, some can be made as doubles. All have balconies. Views are seaview or seaside.

Superior rooms are especially spacious.

From £675pp for 7 nights

Location Tucepi Getting there 105 mins Accommodation 39 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities On the waterfront, sauna, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living Restaurant Leonardo has outdoor terrace. Here for breakfast and dinner from a special menu and waiter served. À la carte restaurant section. Many Dalmatian specialities. Bistro/pizzeria by waterfront.

Bar and terrace overlook gardens. Few steps to seafront level.

Direct access to promenade. Outdoor pool and terrace area where places may be restricted in peak season. Free beach-pool towels and sunbeds. Very close to lovely pebble beach. Boat trips from the marina. Good selection of bars, restaurants, shops close to hotel.

Car park.

“Elegant hotel with attentive, friendly service. Ideally suited to couples and also groups of friends.”

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Croatia Island of Hvar

Hotel Amfora Grand Beach Resort

At a glance From £855pp for 7 nights

This hotel resembles a tropical garden from the seafront promenade (no cars). A big hotel with lots of space. Beautiful grounds, water cascades into pools. Right on the waterfront.

Accommodation Rooms and suites of varying sizes with inland or seaviews, all have balconies. Some inter-connecting rooms.

Living Attractive pool and garden area. Pool with swim up bar (few in Croatia). Terraces with sunbeds. Cascades Pool Bar and Grill. Main buffet restaurant, Windows on Hvar. Splash beach bistro. Two more bars. Waterslide and aqua sports (high season). At night pool area transforms to chill out zone. Bonj les Bains private beach club (daily charge, open mid June-September) with terraces and sunbeds.

Good pebble beach in front of hotel. Ten minutes walk to centre of Hvar Town. Free Wi-fi. Due to the pedestrianised nature of Hvar Town, after disembarking the catamaran/ferry, you will be required to walk a short distance to reach your hotel or your onward transfer vehicle. Best for adults and groups of friends outside of European school holidays.

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Location Hvar town, Island of Hvar Getting there 170 mins including ferry crossing Accommodation 330 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Gym, private beach club, children’s club & pool Dining options B&B

“If you love big hotels and big spaces then you will love this.

Wonderful resort hotel.

Lots of space and style.”

Croatia Island of Hvar

Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel At a glance A highly sought-after hotel on the waterfront in the centre of Hvar Town. Great views across the little port. Many aspects are five star, especially the spa.

Accommodation Stylish rooms and suites. Some superior rooms have seaview.

Few inter-connecting rooms. Few have small Juliet-style balconies (no seating). Sea facing rooms are double-glazed.

Living Val Marina restaurant with terrace for breakfast. À la carte menu.

Half board guests have table d’hôte menu. Top Bar and Lounge cool chill-out place great views. Large indoor heated pool with removable roof. Terrace with relaxation beds. Outside massage cabana and Jacuzzi. Gym, sauna zone. Sensori Spa. Close to shops, bars, restaurants, water-taxis. Hvar Town buzzes in July and August.

Free Wi-fi. Nearest pebble beach is around five minutes walk along the Lungomare (seaside promenade). Due to the pedestrianised nature of Hvar Town, after disembarking the catamaran/ferry, you will be required to walk a short distance to reach your hotel.

From £970pp for 7 nights

Location Hvar town, Island of Hvar Getting there 170 mins including ferry crossing Accommodation 62 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Indoor pool, spa Dining options B&B

“Stunning boutique style hotel. High levels of service.

Perfect for couples.

Many repeat guests.”

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Croatia Island of Hvar

Maslina Resort At a glance A stunning new luxury five star hotel which opened in 2020, offering spacious contemporary, accommodation from double rooms, to a five bedroom private villa with private pool.

A 15 minute stroll along the coast leads you to the UNESCO protected town of Stari Grad.

Accommodation Spacious rooms, suites, and villas enjoy stunning sea views and total privacy, with garden or panoramic seaviews. Suites, some with plunge pools, two or three bedroom family suites and villas.

From £1905pp for 7 nights

Location near Stari Grad, Island of Hvar Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 53 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Spa, yoga Dining options B&B

Living Maslina’s Mediterranean inspired restaurant for à la carte breakfast and dinner. The Bar, A Bay Beach Bar for cocktails, one heated infinity pool and one family pool. Pharomatiq Spa with modern fitness room, thermal wet areas and relaxation garden. Library.

A sandy beach is a short walk away or use the hotel buggy service.

Wine & Culture Club can organise wine tasting and visits to local wine makers. Kid’s Playroom with organised activities. A Relais & Châteaux property.

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“Sustainably focused elegant hotel which fuses Mediterranean style with contemporary French touches, everything has been thought of here.”

Croatia Island of Korcula

Hotel Liburna At a glance A rather stylish, spacious hotel. Great location.

Ten minute walk to Korcula Town centre.

Early booking is essential. Live music twice weekly June to September.

Accommodation Standard rooms have seaside or inland view, no balcony.

Comfort rooms with balcony. Superior rooms have balcony with seaside or inland view. Most suites have two balconies and seaview.

Living Buffet restaurant for breakfast and half board meals.

Weekly themed dinners. À la carte restaurant. Lobby bar with terrace. Mini-club plus animation, June-September. Pool with pool bar. Beaches are pebbles and paved areas. Tennis & mini-golf (charge). Wellness Spa at sister hotel Marko Polo with indoor pool (closed July & August). Free Wi-fi. Car park (charge).

From £725pp for 7 nights

Location Korcula, Island of Korcula Getting there 165 minutes including ferry crossing Accommodation 112 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Great location, mini-club, tennis and mini-golf Dining options B&B

“Close to attractions of Korcula Town. Good two-centre option.

Terrace with great views.”

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Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

At a glance From £1280pp for 7 nights

World class hotel, one of the top Dubrovnik addresses. Hotel celebrated 100 years in 2013.

In a fantastic location. There was a multi-million pound refurbishment in 2017, resulting in a fabulous hotel becoming even better!

Member of Adriatic Luxury Hotels.

Accommodation Classic rooms, larger superior and deluxe rooms and suites, many have wonderful seaviews. Most rooms have bath and walk-in shower. 65 rooms are in the historic Villa Odak section (over 100 years old) and 93 in the more modern ‘Tower’ section.

Living Five-minute walk to old city via Ploce Gate. Direct access to the sea from hotel beach (smooth stone quay). Step ladders for entry into the sea. Huge terrace offers the best view. Three restaurants. Main Salin restaurant for buffet breakfast with lovely terrace. Sensus fine dining restaurant. Prora à la carte restaurant on the beach (seasonal).

Abakus Piano Bar with amazing terrace. Free Wi-fi. Valet parking.

Large indoor pool, Jacuzzis and gym. Energy Clinic Spa.

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Location Dubrovnik Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 158 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Spa, ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’ member Dining options B&B

“Perfect blend of luxurious, contemporary and traditional design. Excellent choice for couples and friends. One of the best hotels in Croatia.

Book early!”

Croatia Dubrovnik

Grand Villa Argentina At a glance Historic hotel set in beautiful gardens. Ten to twenty minute walk to the old city. Two sections to the hotel. The historic Villa Argentina section was once a private villa. The new wing was added later. Seamlessly connected.

Accommodation Varying size rooms, many have wonderful seaviews. In the “Villa” some rooms have beautiful stone balconies and most have a bath (few with shower only). Deluxe rooms here have seaview and balcony. Some inter-connecting rooms (no balconies).

Living La Caravelle restaurant and Piano Bar serves buffet breakfast and half board dinner (usually three-course set menu). Beach Terrace. Lobby bar. Victoria Restaurant and lounge for fine dining. After dinner, the lounge becomes chill out zone. Live music some evenings. Pool near sea with sunbeds and parasols. Beach restaurant and bar. Indoor pool. Energy Clinic Spa. Access to the sea via ladders. Water is deep.

Beach is framed by lovely gardens and trees. Valet parking (charge).

Free Wi-fi.

From £1005pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 131 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa with saunas, Jacuzzi whirlpool and gym Dining options B&B

“World class hotel with fabulous views to the sea and island of Lokrum, or to the old city. A member of Adriatic Luxury Hotels.

Book early.”

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Rixos Premium Dubrovnik

At a glance From £1065pp for 7 nights

Stylish, modern hotel with lots of space.

Built into a cliff with an upside-down design.

Stunning seaviews from most rooms and public areas. Located 20 minutes walk from the old city.

Accommodation Superior rooms with seaview and balcony in the main building (photo). Other rooms mostly with inland view.

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 310 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Spa with indoor pool, gym Dining options B&B

Living Seasonal Libertas Fish Restaurant at night, and daytime, seasonal snack bar. Turquoise main restaurant for breakfast and extensive half board dining buffet style. Libertas terrace & lobby bar.

Fabulous views over the Adriatic. Fine dining Umi Teppanyaki Asian restaurant for dinner. Live music usually on beach terrace in high season. Beach beside the hotel is rocky. Step access into the sea.

Five-minute walk to pebble cove. Pool with sunbeds. Beach deck has beach club feel. Huge decked area next to outdoor pool with sunbeds. Small children’s splash pool (seasonal). Anjana Spa, indoor pool, gym, saunas, Hammam. Car park. Free Wi-fi throughout hotel.

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“This really is five star elegance. We love the half board evening buffet. One of the best in Croatia. An ideal choice for adults in search of affordable luxury.”

Croatia Dubrovnik

Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik

At a glance From £1470pp for 7 nights

The closest five star hotel to the famous old city. Just a minute or so walk to the Pile Gate entrance. Around 100 metres to the nearest beach. Recent refurbishments have resulted in an even more stylish, renewed presentation for this historic hotel.

Accommodation Renovated and upgraded spacious rooms and suites, all different shapes and sizes. Standard rooms without balconies and executive rooms with balconies and views across the old city. Some rooms with seaside view. Views of gardens, rooftops or hillside.

Living Imperial Terrace for buffet breakfast and half board. Also à la carte menu. The Imperial Bar and Lounge with terrace. An Executive Lounge is exclusive for guests in executive rooms and suites offering free soft drinks and snacks all day and complementary alcoholic drinks from 6.00pm- 8.30pm. Indoor pool. Spa with sauna and steam rooms, Jacuzzi. Car parking. Free Wi-fi. So close to the old city. Plenty to see and do.

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 149 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa, indoor pool, gym Dining options B&B

“High quality, five star hotel.

A great base for exploring the old city and just a few minutes walk to one of Dubrovnik’s less discovered beaches.”

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Hotel Bellevue At a glance A truly fabulous, stylish hotel which was completely renovated in early 2019. As the name suggests, there are beautiful views from many rooms and other spots. Tucked into a cliff-side with a beach directly beneath. Member of Adriatic Luxury Hotels.

Accommodation Classic partial-seaview (photo) and classic seaview rooms are without balcony. Superior, deluxe rooms and suites have balcony and seaview. No inland-facing rooms.

From £1370pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 25 mins Accommodation 91 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa with indoor pool, Michelin Guide restaurant Dining options B&B

Living The Spice Lounge and Bar is funky and chic. Vapor à la carte restaurant is Michelin-guide recommended, has floor to ceiling windows, a lovely outdoor terrace. Live music here usually from May to September. Nevera à la carte restaurant is on the beach.

Lift direct to beach level. Beach is part pebble and part sandy with a section for hotel guests. Free sunbeds and beach towels with waiter service. The Energy Clinic Spa has an indoor pool (great panoramic views when swimming), Jacuzzi, steam bath, Finnish sauna. Small gym with seaviews. Free Wi-fi.

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“Although very spacious, the Bellevue somehow manages to retain a chic, boutique feel and atmosphere. Great location, easy for the old city.”

Croatia Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik President Valamar Collection Hotel

At a glance From £815pp for 7 nights

Wow! This is special. Luxurious and distinct.

Valamar Collection hotels are “the best and most beautiful”. Contemporary style. Wonderful facilities with endless space. Easy to get into the old city by bus in under 15 minutes.

Location Dubrovnik

Accommodation

Facilities Spa, gym with panoramic views, 3 saunas, free Wi-fi

Classic, superior rooms, larger Premium and Deluxe. All rooms have seaview and balcony or terrace. Deluxe and Premium rooms have double beds only. All balconies and terraces have small table and chairs. Most rooms also have sunbeds. Some inter-connecting rooms. Upgraded V Level rooms.

Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 292 rooms Dining 2 restaurants

Dining options B&B

Living Main restaurant with terrace overlooking the sea. Buffet breakfast and dinner. À la carte Miramare Restaurant on the beach. Wellness and Piano bar. Piano aperitif bar. Open 24 hours. Lounge-style seating. Entertainment most nights in summer. Beach just below the hotel. Direct access. Small pebbles and some smooth stone sections. Sunbeds, parasols and Balinese beds (charge). Lovely outdoor pool. Indoor pool. Charming small garden with Jacuzzi.

Car park (charge).

“A beautiful, luxurious hotel.

Couples will be exhilarated.”

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Hotel More At a glance One of the top five hotels in Croatia for British guests. It’s big on style yet still retains a boutique feel. Set into a cliff-side this is an upside-down hotel, located on the Lapad peninsula. Under 15 minutes by bus to the old city.

Accommodation Double rooms and suites. Most with balcony. Classic rooms with or without balcony. Some with glorious seaview. Some with inland view.

Living À la carte restaurant More for lunch and dinner. Restaurant Tramuntana serves breakfast and dinner – both have lovely terraces.

Half board guests have four-course menu, waiter-served. Lobby café-bar. Sea cave bar-lounge. Beach level bar-bistro-lounge.

Terrace level and bar with a chill-out zone feel. Cocktail bar.

Large pool (heated May and October) and smaller additional outdoor pool. Free Wi-fi. Paved stone beach. Few steps to access the sea. Seaside promenade passes by hotel with direct access from it. Bars and restaurants within five minutes walk.

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From £800pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 87 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Wellness centre with indoor pool and small gym Dining options B&B

“An elegant, boutique hotel with memorable views over the Lapad Bay and good service. Many returning guests so book early.”

Croatia Dubrovnik

Royal Neptun At a glance On the Royal Hotels & Resorts. Never mind that there are other hotels in the resort. The grounds are huge, like a small park. Choice of restaurants and pools.

From £725pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 35 mins

Accommodation

Accommodation 91 rooms

Double or twin rooms. All with balconies. Most with seaside view.

Few with inland view. Bathrooms have shower only.

Dining 4 restaurants

Living Three à la carte restaurants on resort. Half board guests buffet dinner at the main restaurant. On the Rocks terrace lounge. Weekly barbecue (à la carte). Two outdoor pools. Children’s pool. Indoor pool. Free sunbeds and deckchairs. Entertainment programme high season. Bicycle hire and watersports. Main spa has saunas, gym and treatments. Car park (charge). Free Wi-fi.

Facilities Spa, indoor pool Dining options B&B

“In a great location on the Babin Kuk peninsula.

Bus to the old city in under 15 minutes. A superb family resort.”

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Hotel Lapad At a glance This is a stylish four star hotel which has been operating for over 100 years. One of the best selling hotels in Dubrovnik. The older part of the building, the courtyard and Renaissance gardens date back to 1911.

Accommodation Classic rooms and views vary. No rooms with full seaview.

Some have seaside/ marina view. Rooms in front, in the older building do not have balconies. Most of these have seaside/marina view. Inland-facing rooms have varying views including part garden, part street, part side seaview.

Living Breakfast and half board buffet meals. Also à la carte menu.

Surrounded by trees and shrubs. Rather cool long lounge bar.

Lovely terrace. Overlooks pool and garden. The outside terrace and the long lounge bar are the main relaxation areas (there is no separate lounge). High season entertainment programme. Outdoor pool. Few parking spaces available, bookable locally. Free Wi-fi.

Some bars and restaurants are within five-minute walk.

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From £665pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 163 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Right on the waterfront Dining options B&B

“A lovely hotel on the Lapad peninsula. Under 15 minutes by bus to old city. Best suited to couples. Early booking is essential as rooms sell out fast.”

Croatia Dubrovnik

Hotel Lero At a glance A sought after hotel in an excellent location.

Lero has been in operation for over 40 years and started life as a business hotel. Standards have always been high due to this. There is free parking, an à la carte restaurant, outdoor pool with pool service and a small spa. The nearest beach is Bellevue Beach barely a five-minute walk.

Accommodation Spacious twin or double rooms. Executive rooms are larger with balcony and some partial seaview or pool view. Family rooms with two bedrooms.

From £690pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 35 mins Accommodation 180 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Spa with sauna, steam rooms, gym Dining options B&B

Living The main Terra buffet restaurant serves breakfast and half board dinner. À la carte Taj Mahal restaurant with Oriental cuisine.

Lounge area. Stylish bar with a lovely outdoor terrace. Pool with terrace surround. Outside parking (advance booking suggested but space not guaranteed). Covered garage at extra charge. Bus stop right outside the hotel connecting to the old city in just five minutes.

Walk to Dubrovnik old city in 20 minutes. Free Wi-fi.

“An excellent hotel that is great value for money.

Sought-after due to location, quite close to the old city.

Early booking is essential.”

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Hotel Kompas At a glance In a wonderful location on the Lapad Bay and close to the Lapad beach with sunbeds and baldachins for hire (not hotel operated) and bistro-bars. Member of Adriatic Luxury Hotels.

Accommodation Various room types including superior and deluxe rooms (photo) with seaside or full seaview, all with balcony. Classic rooms have inland view.

Living Fabulous views from reception level due to dramatic glass walls.

Sphere Restaurant and Lounge Bar for buffet breakfast, à la carte menu. Half board buffet. Seaside terrace. Zenith Bar. Luna Bar at the outdoor pool terrace (May to September). High season live music.

Finnish sauna and steam room. Small gift shop. Free car park (subject to availability). Free Wi-fi. Five-minute walk to bus stop for old city.

Dubrovnik old town is less than 4km away – under 15 minutes by local bus. Nearest beach, mix of pebble, shingle and a little sand.

Beach bars and bistros, usually open from early June.

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From £805pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 173 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Indoor pool, Spa & Wellness, gym Dining options B&B

“Hotel Kompas has an upside-down design where you enter at street level and there are ten floors below meaning fabulous views from many areas.”

Croatia Dubrovnik

Hotel Komodor At a glance One of the oldest hotels in Dubrovnik. Now a modern hotel. Stone staircases and corridors retain the old summer house ambience.

On Lapad Bay, just 50 metres from nearest beach.

From £620pp for 7 nights

Location Dubrovnik Getting there 35 mins

Accommodation

Accommodation 63 rooms

Only seaside view rooms have balcony, available at a supplement.

Also inland views. Single rooms have inland view. No balcony.

Dining 1 restaurant

Living

Facilities Just a few minutes walk to the beach

Outside pool on first floor with lovely secluded terrace. Sunbeds on terrace. Drinks service here. Main restaurant and bar. Half board is buffet. Charming outside terrace. Some historic stone features.

Just five minutes walk to bars, restaurants, shops. Hotel parking too. Free Wi-fi throughout the hotel. Bus stop nearby. To Dubrovnik old city in around ten minutes. The public Lapad beach is just a few minutes walk away. Fabulous stretch of pebble-shingle-sand.

Beach restaurant, couple of café bars and lounge bar. Sunbed and towel hire (charge). A multi-million Euro investment has produced a stylish public beach.

Dining options B&B

“An impressive three star hotel with a lovely pool area.

Best for couples and friends.”

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Apartment Toni & Studio Toni

At a glance From £705pp for 7 nights

Want to be close to the unique old city? This is perfect. Just five minutes walk from the entrance to the old city. Similar distance to closest beach, Banje and to cable car boarding point.

Apartment Toni (Sleeps 2-4) Air-conditioned, one bedroom apartment. Accessed via narrow street.

One double bedroom, living room with dining table and sofabed.

Kitchenette has two ring hob, fridge, washing machine, microwave and toaster. Walk-in shower. Small entrance hall has extra storage space. Pretty terrace with table and chairs.

Studio Apartment Toni (Sleeps 2) Air-conditioned, one big studio apartment. Dining area, kitchen, oven, four ring hob, fridge, toaster and washing machine. Large terrace with table and chairs.

Living Trees and shrubs in garden area. Partial view to Mount Srdj. Modern apartments, best for couples or groups of friends. Access via an easy set of steps from the street. May not suit anyone who cannot manage steps. Dubrovnik treasures are just a stroll away.

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Location Dubrovnik Getting there 30 mins Accommodation 1 studio/ 1 apartment Facilities Great location, free Wi-fi Dining options Self-catering

“One of our top sellers.

It’s rare to find stylish self-catering places like this so close to the old city.

Book early!”

Croatia Orasac

Sun Gardens Dubrovnik At a glance On a beautiful bay with views to the Elafiti islands. Just 25 minutes north of Dubrovnik.

Luxurious hotel accommodation and larger self-catering residences.

Accommodation All rooms with balcony or terrace, partial or full seaview.

Club rooms and suites offer lounge access, breakfast on rooftop terrace (summer only), afternoon tea, open bar 11.00am-11.00pm.

THE RESIDENCES AT SUN GARDENS DUBROVNIK - One or two bedroom residences for self-catering. All with balcony or terrace, seaside or garden view with kitchenette, lounge, sofabed and dining room. All hotel facilities available too.

From £945pp for 7 nights

Location Orasac Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 201 rooms 207 residences Dining 7 restaurants Facilities Sports centre, spa with indoor pool Dining options B&B

Living 16 restaurants and bars (seasonal). Origano breakfast buffet restaurant. Sunset Pool bar and grill. Some shops may close in October. One adults only pool, two children’s pools (all seasonal).

Sports centre, Marco Polo Kids Club, peak season (three to 17 yrs).

Sports Academy (seven to 15 yrs - peak season – charge).

Free concerts (peak season). Spa centre with indoor pool (free), saunas, steam rooms and gym. Regular shuttle boat or bus to Dubrovnik (charge). Free Wi-fi. Member of ‘Leading Hotels of the World.’

“Love big five star hotels and lots of space? Quieter surround. You will love this.

Especially suited to families in July & August.”

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Croatia Mlini

Hotel Astarea At a glance Five star location, in beautiful grounds.

Two minutes to the beach. Same time to centre of Mlini. Car free village. Hotel built into a cliff side.

At the bottom of a short hill. Midway between Dubrovnik and Cavtat.

Accommodation Double, twin and with third bed option (on request). All with balcony and most with seaside view.

Living Main restaurant (lovely terrace) serves breakfast and buffet half board dinner. À la carte Taverna Astarea for local dishes. Oleander Bistro & Restaurant for street food and drinks. Live music some evenings.

Lovely terrace and outdoor pool in gardens, close to the beach, pool bar. Small children’s pool. Children’s playground. Souvenir shop.

Animation programme for adults and children (seasonal). Free Wi-fi.

Garden stage with live music in high season. Beach here has pebbles.

Sunbeds (charged). Hourly shuttle bus to Dubrovnik (see timetable, need to book). Also to Cavtat. Boat service connecting with Cavtat and Dubrovnik. Lovely ride. Not hotel operated.

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From £585pp for 7 nights

Location Mlini Getting there 20 mins Accommodation 217 rooms Dining 3 restaurants Facilities Free gym and saunas (charge), table tennis, billiards Dining options B&B

“An excellent, well-run hotel.

Great value for money.

Superb facilities. Popular with Brits. Book early.”

Croatia Cavtat

Hotel Croatia At a glance One of the biggest hotels in Croatia. Don’t let that put you off. Supremely spacious. Lovely terraces with amazing views. Hillside location. Not suitable for those with mobility/health issues due to elevated location.

Accommodation Rooms have balconies and seaviews. Also inland park view.

Deluxe rooms on higher floors. Family rooms.

Living Great facilities. Main Cavtat buffet restaurant for breakfast and half board dinner. Three à la carte restaurants, two bars (including stylish piano bar café). À la carte Spinaker beach restaurant open for lunch and dinner in summer. Direct access from hotel to the beach. Smooth stone platform. Beach volleyball. Indoor and outdoor pools. Outdoor pool fringed by pines. Small children’s pool. Alverde restaurant and bar. Children’s clubs for ages four to 12 years (free). Works mid June-September. Free Wi-fi. Energy Clinic and Spa has gym. Ten-minute walk to centre of Cavtat. Path leads through wood to hotel’s stone platform beach. Local bus and boat-taxi to Dubrovnik.

From £885pp for 7 nights

Location Cavtat Getting there 15 mins Accommodation 487 rooms Dining 5 restaurants Facilities Spa, watersports, Finnish sauna and steam bath.

Dining options B&B

“A favourite with British visitors, with spectacular views. Great appeal to lovers of big hotels with superb facilities.”

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Hotel Cavtat At a glance This hotel usually sells out, a year in advance and is possibly the most stylish three star hotel in Croatia. Early booking is essential. Hotel Cavtat retains a boutique feel with high levels of service.

Accommodation Some classic rooms (inland view) have small Juliet balconies and some may have partial view of car park as well as wooded area.

Many have seaviews over the bay. Classic room with balcony and seaview available. Also rooms without balcony, mainly with inland view to the small surrounding wood. Inter-connecting rooms.

Larger deluxe seaview rooms on higher floors.

From £605pp for 7 nights

Location Cavtat Getting there 15 mins Accommodation 141 rooms Dining 2 restaurants Facilities Rooftop pool and bar, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living Main restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Lovely terrace. Cenzura à la carte restaurant. Stylish rooftop infinity pool. Fantastic views over bay. Terrace deck with sunbeds (free of charge). Pool bar high season.

Hotel has private section of rocky/stone bathing platform beach with step/ladder access to sea. Bistro-bar-café. Free car park. Five-minute walk to centre and to bus station. Lavanda Beauty Centre.

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“Fabulous rooftop pool with a panoramic glass front and in a wonderful waterfront setting overlooking Tiha Bay. A favourite with British visitors.”

Croatia Plitvice Lakes

Hotel Degenija At a glance In our opinion, this is the best hotel in the area and six km from Plitvice Lakes. Hotel is in the style of Alpine lodge and is family owned and run.

The ambience is somewhere between an Alpine and a country lodge befitting the tranquil location.

From £750pp for 7 nights

Location Seliste Dreznicko, Near Plitvice Lakes Getting there 120 mins

Accommodation

Accommodation 20 rooms

Twins, doubles and family rooms (these sleep five). Some rooms have terrace or balcony. Views vary, most towards gardens or woods.

Dining 1 restaurant

Living

Facilities Tranquil location, shuttle to Lakes

Breakfast is served buffet style. Plum Café with semi-open terrace. À la carte restaurant with local specialities. Own bakery and patisserie.

Half board may be a served menu or buffet style according to hotel occupancy. This region of Croatia has meat featuring heavily on the menu with local river trout also a speciality. Outdoor pool with free sunbeds. Outdoor gym. Excursions can be arranged. Hiking trails using marked paths. Horse-riding stables close by. Car park.

Free Wi-fi. Hotel shuttle bus morning/afternoon to/from lakes, usually operates from late May.

Dining options B&B

“A perfect place to stay to visit Plitvice Lakes with a lovely swimming pool surrounded by greenery.”

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Croatia Kkra National Park

Hotel Vrata Krke At a glance “Vrata” means gate or door in Croatian and the hotel really is at the gateway to the stunning Krka National Park. The entrance is five minutes walk away. The hotel is built in the style of a wooden Alpine lodge, surrounded by woods and pasture.

Just 12km to the coast.

Accommodation Rooms and larger suites. Superior single, double and twin rooms.

Most rooms and suites have balcony. Views are mainly over fields and woods. Some may have partial views towards the car park.

From £790pp for 7 nights

Location Kkra National Park Getting there 45 mins Accommodation 49 rooms Dining 1 restaurant Facilities Bicycles for hire, free Wi-fi Dining options B&B

Living Main restaurant with terrace. Half board evening dinner is either buffet style, or a waiter-served special menu, according to hotel occupancy. Plus à la carte menu, payable directly. Drinks served on terrace. From June-early October café bar, pizzeria and souvenir shop. Car park. Outdoor pool. Spa planned for 2022. Bus to Sibenik. Hotel can organise transport to Sibenik in the morning with collection later. Entrance to Krka National Park organised.

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“The hotel is run by really friendly people, the food delicious and the environment utterly natural and enchanting. Fabulous spot for nature lovers.”

Montenegro South of Croatia, a beautiful little country. Fly to Tivat and Podgorica in Montenegro or to Dubrovnik in Croatia. Easy to twin with many places in Croatia especially with the Dubrovnik Riviera. Mountains, valleys and lovely beaches. Old towns, quaint villages and cobbled streets. Visit Cetinje, the old capital and famous Skadar Lake.

KOTOR – UNESCO listed. Exquisite, medieval walled city. No cars. Venetian inspired architecture.

4½ km-long ramparts walk. Excellent bars and restaurants. Good shingle beach five-minute walk north of old city.

BUDVA - Possibly the most well known resort on the coast and has a buzz about it (very busy in July & August). Lovely old walled town, with churches, museums and cobbled streets. Seafront promenade and good beaches.

BECICI - Once a fishing village. Sand and pebble beaches. Great for families. Good selection of bars and restaurants. Coastal promenade connects to Budva, nice walk.

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Montenegro Kotor

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Hotel Monte Cristo At a glance Absolute gem tucked into a tiny square, right in centre of old town. Once two private houses with antiques, old working telephones, Tiffany lamps, old farm implements and so on.

Location Kotor Getting there 15 mins

Accommodation

Accommodation 8 rooms

Rooms are all different shapes and sizes. Beautifully appointed.

Traditional furniture. Including glamorous ivory coloured wood.

Dining 1 restaurant

Living

Facilities Great location in Kotor, café

Lovely little café. Leads onto terrace. Lamps and candles here in the evening. Fairy-tale feel. The Luna Rossa restaurant is in style of traditional wine cellar. Exposed stone. Big stone arches. Long bar. Traditional food. Great wine list. Cars not allowed into the old city. You will be dropped at closest gate then a short walk to hotel.

Assistance with luggage. Historic building. Dates from 13th century.

No lift. Two floors.

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From £555pp for 7 nights

Dining options B&B

“Great value for money.

Perfect for couples in search of old town style.

Utterly charming.”

Montenegro Budva

CHIC & B O U TIQUE

Hotel Majestic At a glance Stunning, cool boutique hotel built of stone on the edge of Budva old town. Perfect for those who like to be in the heart of things.

From £670pp for 7 nights

Location Budva

Accommodation

Getting there 25 mins

Spacious rooms with inland park view or seaside view – third floor rooms have better views due to fewer trees. Twin or double rooms, some with small balcony (sizes vary). Mostly standard rooms.

Accommodation 26 rooms

Living

Facilities Great location for Budva

In pedestrianised area of old town therefore around 10 paces to hotel from where transfer drops you. Nearest beach just five minutes walk by the city walls. Fabulous rooftop restaurant with terrace, open depending on season. Funky à la carte bistro bar for meals. Terrace favoured by locals. Buffet breakfast served in bistro bar depending on season. Just a three minute walk to centre of old city Budva. Free Wi-fi.

Dining options B&B

Dining 1 restaurant

“The hotel won the Montenegro Wild Beauty award in 2017 deservedly.

A little gem.”

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Montenegro Becici

Hotel Splendid & Spa At a glance A luxurious five star hotel with space at every turn and enormous rooms. In a wonderful seafront location.

Location Becici

Accommodation

Getting there 20 mins

Extremely spacious rooms and vastly in excess of the normal five star standard. All have balcony with various views including seaviews.

Accommodation 322 rooms

Living

Facilities Seafront location, spa, children’s club

Main restaurant and terrace for breakfast, half board buffet meals and additional à la carte menu. La Bussola à la carte Mediterranean restaurant. Promenada à la carte Japanese and Asian fusion restaurant. Terrazu sul Mare Lounge Bar & Restaurant. Bracera pool bar. Ensenada beach bar. 24-hour lobby bar and lounge.

Three outdoor adult pools and one children’s. Three indoor pools including one for children. Free sunbeds and towels at both. Private sand-shingle beach in front of hotel with free sunbeds and parasols.

Splendid spa with huge wellness and spa area. Water therapies, personal steam rooms and sauna temple. Adjacent sports centre.

Children’s club for three years and above. Regular evening entertainment. Free Wi-fi.

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From £775pp for 7 nights

Dining 4 restaurants

Dining options B&B

“The hotel is rather glamorous yet delightfully casual too. World-class spa.”

Scheduled Flights We are very pleased to have British Airways operating scheduled flights to most of our destinations, from London Gatwick, London Heathrow or London City.

By choosing British Airways you will benefit from a range of facilities that will make your trip more enjoyable. British Airways is a reliable, safe, professional airline that takes the stress out of travelling.

Fly Euro Traveller or Club Europe.

London City

London Gatwick

London Heathrow

Algarve Croatia

Dubrovnik Pula Split Zagreb

Cyprus

Paphos

Gran Canaria Lake Garda

Verona

Lanzarote Madeira Palma de Mallorca Puglia

Bari Brindisi

Sicily

Catania Palermo

Tenerife South* *La Gomera clients fly into Tenerife South and then take the catamaran crossing to La Gomera.

Other airlines available from other airports: Croatia (Zadar): Stansted

Fuerteventura, La Palma & Montenegro (Tivat): London Gatwick

Already booked your own flights?

Airport services

We can still help. We will book your hotel and arrange a private transfer to take you to your hotel. Even under these circumstances your money is still protected under our ABTA bond.

Chauffeur parking allows you to drive to your departure terminal and hand over your car. On your return, your car will be waiting for you, ready to drive home. There are comfortable lounges in many airports where you can relax whilst you wait for your flight. We will happily book these services for you.

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The holidays in this brochure are advertised and operated by Atkins Travel Limited trading as ‘Prestige Travel’, a fully bonded tour operator.

Our flight based holidays provide full financial protection by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number (ATOL) 2509 issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, Gatwick Airport South, West Sussex, RH6 0YR, UK, telephone 0333 103 6350, email: claims@caa.co.uk. When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive package from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. Please see our booking condition 17 for information, or for more information about ATOL go to: www.caa.co.uk.

Atkins Travel Ltd is a member of ABTA and our package holidays that don’t include a flight are protected by means of a bond held by ABTA The Travel Association, 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ www.abta.com.

In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA or ABTA will ensure you are not stranded abroad or will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. The contact details for Atkins Travel Limited are Office 11 Haviland House, 17 Cobham Road, Ferndown Business Park, Dorset BH21 7PE (‘the Company’s Office’), enquiry@prestigetravel.co.uk, 01425 480 400. Our office hours are 09.00am-5.30pm weekdays and 09.00am-5.00pm on Saturdays.

1. We want you to have an enjoyable holiday and so that there is no misunderstanding you should carefully read the following terms and conditions as these will apply to any contract you make with us.

2. We reserve the right to alter the price of any of the holidays shown in our brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the holiday that you wish to book before your contract is confirmed.

3. The contract is between Atkins Travel Limited (‘the Company’) and the person making the booking and/or the person(s) on whose behalf the booking has been made (‘the Client’).

4. In order to confirm a booking we will require you or our authorised agent to: (a) send us the appropriate deposit of £150, or more, per person.

See Clause 12(d). (b) A contract will exist between the Company and you when you pay a deposit/full payment to the Company or its agent or the Company has verbally confirmed the booking and you confirm with the Company that you have the authority of all persons named to contract on their behalf the services requested.

5. The balance of the holiday price shall be paid by the date to be advised but in any event shall not be more than ten weeks prior to your departure.

6. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time we shall retain your deposit.

7. Once you have booked, whatever happens to the value of the Pound, the price of your holiday will not be subject to any currency surcharges or refunds due to the bank contracts we have in place. (a) The price of your holiday is, however, subject to surcharges or reductions on the following items: the price of the carriage of passengers resulting from changes to the cost of fuel or other power sources, and the level of taxes or fees imposed by third parties including tourist taxes, landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports. However there will be no change within 20 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that.

If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 8% of the price of your travel arrangements, you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel because of this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date on your final invoice. Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, then any refund due will be paid to you. We will deduct from this refund our administrative expenses incurred. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.

8. As we plan your holiday arrangements many months in advance we may occasionally have to make changes or cancel your booking and we reserve the right to do so at any time. You will be informed without delay of a cancellation (for any reason) by the Company and on such a cancellation except where it occurs due to non payment by you, the Company will offer you the choice of an alternative holiday of at least comparable standard (if available) or a full refund of all monies, payable within 10 days of you requesting such refund.

Compensation may be payable on a sliding scale. See No. 9 (c).

9. (a) A major change to the contract is one which would involve a significant change to the holiday (e.g. a significant change in resort). (b) If the Company makes a major change after it has confirmed the booking the Company will immediately inform you and offer the choice of an alternative holiday of at least comparable standard (if available) or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies, payable within 10 days of you requesting such refund. Please read any notification of changes carefully and respond promptly as if you do not respond to us within the timescale given your booking may be cancelled. (c) Subject to (d) below if the Company cancels, or makes a major change and you accept a refund rather than an alternative, after the date of payment of the balance of the holiday price it will in addition to the choice offered in sub-paragraph (b) of this clause compensate you as follows:

Period before departure date

Compensation due payable per person

More than 70 days

NIL

70-29 days

£25

28-l5 days

£40

14-0 days £50 (d) The provisions of clause (c) will not apply in the event of a major change or cancellation due to any cause beyond the Company’s control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken. The following shall be regarded as causes beyond the Company’s control: (i) Act of God, explosion, flood, fire or accident. (ii) War, terrorism or any threat thereof, insurrection, civil disturbance. (iii) Any government or local authority restrictions or regulations. (iv) Strikes or other industrial actions (or threat thereof). (v) Weather conditions, epidemic or pandemic illness. (e) We will confirm the airline/ferry company identity when you book.

If it changes we will advise you. This may be at the airport on the day of departure. A change of airline/ferry company is a minor change to your holiday, as is an alteration of less than 12 hours to the outward/return flight or change of accommodation to the same or higher standard.

10. (a) The Company will consider any reasonable request by you to amend or vary the terms of your travel arrangements but shall not be under any obligation to comply with such a request. Charges will be kept to a minimum, in some cases this may mean amendment or replacement cost of airline tickets. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking or your travel agent. (b) In the event of a reduction by you in the number of persons taking a self contained apartment or hotel room (or hire car) the Company may need to charge for any beds, transfers or seats unused as a result of that reduction. Please ask for a price. (c) You can transfer your booking to another person, who satisfies all the conditions that apply to this booking, by giving us notice in writing as soon as possible and no later than seven days before departure. Both you and the new traveller are responsible for paying all costs we incur in making the transfer.

11. (a) All reasonable steps to ensure that the holiday is not cancelled or altered as a result of overbooking by hotels will be made by the company. (b) If the hotel is overbooked (despite the Company’s reasonable efforts) and the Company is aware of such overbooking before your departure the Company will immediately inform you and offer the choice of an alternative holiday of at least comparable standard (if available) or of a full refund of all monies, payable within 10 days of you requesting such refund and compensation will be payable in accordance with Clause 9 (c). (c) If the Company does not know of the overbooking of the hotel before your departure you shall on arrival at your destination be offered alternative accommodation. If the alternative accommodation is inferior to that originally booked the Company shall also offer reasonable compensation for disturbance.

12. (a) You may cancel the holiday at any time. The Company will charge you the cancellation fees set out below. Please note the exceptions to these charges set out in (d) below. A cancellation by you must be in writing signed by the person who made the booking or sent the email acceptance and sent to the Company’s Office and acknowledged by the company. (b) The Cancellation charges (expressed as a percentage of the confirmed holiday price) are as follows: Period before scheduled departure date during which written cancellation is received by the Company:

Amount of cancellation charge

More than 70 days

Deposit/initial payment

70-43 days

30%

42-29 days

50%

28-15 days

70%

14-8 days

80%

7-0 days Also see (d) below.

100%

(c) You can cancel your booking without paying cancellation charges if the performance of your package, or the carriage of passengers to your destination, is significantly affected by unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances. In such circumstances, we will arrange for your booking to be terminated and for you to receive a full refund. We will observe advice provided by the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office. (d) Some properties may demand part or full payment even if a holiday is cancelled. Additionally if we have bought aircraft seats in from another tour operator or a public airfare for you once you confirm your intention to travel, we are committed to pay for those seats or hotel rooms in full. If, therefore, you cancel your holiday at any time after booking, you will be/may be liable for the cost of those seats or hotel rooms in part or full. In these circumstances we, and therefore you, are bound by the booking conditions of the other supplier. We will also require an increased deposit, the amount will be advised at the time of booking. We will remind you of any exception at the time of booking your holiday.

13. The Company shall not be obliged to claim compensation for nor to make any allowances or refund for lost or expired or unendorsed tickets, hotel coupons, or vouchers for any service or accommodation booked. But if any allowance or refund is obtained by the Company it will pass the same on to you less any expenses reasonably incurred in obtaining it.

14. We will make your holiday arrangements with every care. We cannot, however be responsible for any damage or loss of your luggage or other property unless caused by any of our staff or suppliers. We

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cannot be responsible for any fatal or other injury or illness unless caused by the negligence of any of our staff or suppliers whilst on duty. You must inform us without undue delay of any failure to perform or improper performance of the travel services included in this package. If any of the travel services included in your package are not performed in accordance with the contract, or are improperly performed, by us or the travel service suppliers, and this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements, you may be entitled to an appropriate price reduction or compensation or both. We will not be liable where any failure to perform or improper performance of the travel services is due to: you or another member of your party; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel services in the package and is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, which means a situation beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken.

15. All arrangements made by or through the Company in connection with the booking are subject to the contractual terms of the suppliers providing the services that make up your booking. These terms are incorporated into this contract and may limit or extinguish your right to compensation. Further, we are to be regarded as having the benefit of any limit on compensation contained in the relevant international convention. These limit liability for death, injury and loss or damage to baggage. Copies of the contractual terms and international conventions are available on request.

16. If you’re in difficulty whilst on holiday and ask us to help we will provide appropriate assistance, in particular by providing information on health services, local authorities and consular assistance; and helping you to find alternative arrangements and any necessary phone calls/emails. You must pay any costs we incur, if the difficulty is your fault.

17. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder.

However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

18. We do not run or control or have any other involvement in any excursions in our holiday destinations and we have not inspected them in any way.

All excursion providers are entirely independent of us. If you buy any excursion(s) whilst on holiday, the contract will be between you and the excursion provider. The excursion(s) will not form part of the package or of your contract with us. We cannot accept any liability in relation to any excursion(s) and the acceptance of liability for contracted holiday arrangements in our booking conditions will not apply to them.

19. In the unlikely event of any dissatisfaction with the accommodation or any of the services provided during your holiday the matter must be reported immediately to the local representative or agent of the Company AND the hotelier so that action can be taken to remedy the problem. If we have not been given the opportunity to rectify the complaint at the time this may affect your rights. If the problem is not resolved satisfactorily during the holiday you should submit your complaint in writing to the Company at the Company’s Office as soon as possible after your return home, ideally within 28 days, advising the Company of the action taken and the names of the people to whom the matter was reported. A written report must be obtained from our representative where we have one. Except in personal injury or death claims, our liability shall be limited to three times the cost of the holiday paid to the Company. We are a Member of ABTA, membership number V2715. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www. abta.com. You can also access the Arbitration Service offered by AITO - operated by Dispute Settlement Services (DSS), please ask for details. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation.

20. Every effort is made by the Company to give as accurate a description as possible for the hotels, guest houses, villas, apartments and ships in this brochure. All facilities mentioned in the descriptions are generally available for the duration of the brochure but in certain circumstances (particularly in the low and off seasons) their provision may be limited e.g. weather conditions, maintenance, etc. Please note that the provisions of these facilities and any charges imposed for their use are totally outside the control of the Company.

21. These conditions are subject to English Law and the jurisdiction shall rest with the English, Scottish or Northern Ireland courts as appropriate.

Please read this information, only by doing so can both you and we ensure that your Prestige holiday is everything you expect and we wish to provide. We are delighted to offer advice at any time.

Brochure

Our Confirmation

This brochure is issued on the sole responsibility of the tour operator. It does not commit the airline(s) mentioned therein, or any airline whose services are used in the course of the holiday(s).

We will process your confirmation as speedily as possible and will then forward to you or your travel agent a full confirmation and invoice. It is useful to keep this handy, even when on holiday.

Hotel Facilities

Passports

Payment

Throughout this brochure Prestige Travel refers to facilities offered by hotels such as swimming pools, air-conditioning, entertainment programmes, restaurants, children’s clubs, watersports and other amenities. Obviously the availability of all facilities is under the day to day control of the hotel management.

Some larger hotels do on occasions host conferences, of which we will be unaware; this may mean restricted or alternative facilities are offered.

You must hold a valid passport with minimum three month validity. Please note that a visa may be required if you hold a non-UK passport. Please read Visa Information. It is now a requirement of most airlines to collect passport details from every passenger. If you are 16 or over and haven’t yet got a passport, our recommendation is that you should apply for one at least 6 weeks before your holiday. The UK Passport Service has to confirm your identity before issuing your first passport and will ask you to attend an interview in order to do this.

Please note that full payment is due 10 weeks before your departure. You can pay for your holiday using any credit card or debit card. For your and our protection and security we require the security numbers on the back of the card and the address the card is registered to.

Air-conditioning and pool heating are not usually on year round, and the dates they operate are subject to hotel management control. We will always try to advise you if any facility is not available. We feel sure you will understand that under these circumstances we cannot guarantee that any such facilities will be available during your stay. If you have a particular interest on holiday, such as tennis or if you will need a children’s club or babysitting, we will be very happy to verify that it will be available for you, before you book. Your needs are important – tell us what they are.

Hotel Bedrooms Most hotel rooms are with twin beds but double beds may be available on request. Single rooms may be smaller. Extra beds or infants’ cots are normally available on request but may tend to ‘cramp’ the bedroom. We respectfully remind you that any request for a particular room number or location is just that, a request. The hotel will do its utmost to satisfy the request, but it cannot be guaranteed. We stress that the allocation of rooms is solely within the hotels’ control. Please note should a specific room be requested and it is a higher room category than that booked and confirmed, the additional cost will have to be paid locally.

Availability of Hotel Bedrooms Prestige Travel holds an allocation of rooms at most featured hotels and confirmation of your requirement should be immediate. If this is not possible we will email or telephone the hotel, to avoid any delay to our confirmation.

Classification of Hotels Hotel classifications quoted are those officially approved in each country. Standards do vary and if you have any doubt as to the suitability of an hotel we are happy to offer advice.

Hotel Arrival If you are travelling on an evening flight your hotel room is of course reserved for the night of your arrival.

Hotel Check-Out Normally 11.00am but if you prefer a later check-out time we will do our best to assist, although the hotel may make a supplementary charge. Check-in times are normally between 2.00pm-3.00 pm.

Flights Prestige Travel prefers wherever possible to use scheduled flights.

This we believe reduces the chance of delays or cancellations and you travel as an individual. Some flights can only be altered in an emergency and only at the discretion of the airline, a charge will be imposed. Prepaid seat reservations may in exceptional circumstances have to be changed by the airline when the operating aircraft is altered. In the unlikely event of a flight delay, it is your airline’s responsibility to care for you (once you have checked in) and keep you informed of the extent of the delay, meals and overnight arrangements (if applicable). We are required to collect passenger contact details. In the event of a cancellation, a major delay or if you are denied boarding you may be entitled to compensation and/or a refund from your airline but not an automatic refund of holiday costs from us. For details go to www.caa.co.uk.

Brexit for all the latest information visit: www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/brexit-advice-for-travellers Destination Advice For the latest travel advice from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office check www.gov.uk/travelaware Visa Information If you are a British citizen and hold a valid UK passport you do not generally require a visa to travel to any of our destinations.

However, your own particular circumstances (which will not be evident to us) may mean that a visa is required for you or another member of your party. We would strongly urge you to contact the consulate of the country(ies) that you will be visiting to obtain the most up-to-date information before booking with us. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements. From late 2022 or early 2023 there will be a new EU visa waiver scheme, called ETIAS. When it comes in, you will need to apply and pay for ETIAS online in order to enter the EU. Health At the time of going to press no inoculations were required for any countries in this brochure. Check recommended precautions at: www.travelhealthpro.org.uk The Department of Health website www.nhs.uk/ghic has the latest information about obtaining a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). We will make every reasonable effort to advise you of any health rules but must emphasise that it is your responsibility to ensure any such rules are complied with. Illness or pregnancy may require a “fit to fly” certificate from your GP. Please advise us.

Reductions for Children Some hotels in this brochure do give excellent reductions or even free accommodation for children. Infants under the age of two years sharing parents’ bedroom will be quoted at time of booking as some hotels may make a hire charge for cots.

Our normal charge includes air travel and a standard cot charge.

Meals, if taken, will be charged direct by the hotel. In general children 11 years and under sharing parents’ room in hotels (not apartments) are entitled to a discount. Unfortunately children of whatever age occupying adult accommodation are ineligible for these discounts, except where specifically offered.

Car seats for arrival and departure transfers can be arranged and will incur a charge.

Baby-Sitting Usually notice is needed to book a sitter. Please check their suitability, the cost and the exact service given.

Some hotels have minimum stays during peak season.

We will advise you of these at the time of booking.

Booking a Prestige Holiday It’s so easy! Use your local bonded travel agent, book online at prestigetravel.co.uk or call us on 01425 480400. It’s best to book early but we are excellent at late bookings too. Our normal deposit is £150 per person, but occasionally it may be higher – full payment is needed for bookings within 10 weeks of travel.

Alterations If you make changes to your holiday arrangements after booking we will be obliged to pass on additional costs and make a small charge to cover any administrative expenses.

Cancellation If you are obliged to cancel your holiday for whatever reason please refer to our Booking Condition No. 12.

Prices There will be no currency surcharges on any holiday in this brochure. Please see Booking Condition No. 7 for full details.

Your Money When you buy a flight-based holiday, all monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on behalf and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times. This is subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us. In the extremely unlikely event of our insolvency, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by him, is and continues to be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us. When you buy a holiday not including a flight, all monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on behalf of Prestige Travel at all times.

When driving abroad Please carry your driving licence, passport and car hire documents (or copies of them) securely at all times.

Holiday Price Our prices and any supplements are per person sharing a twin room and are based on return flights from London, unless otherwise stated. Included in our basic holiday price are: • Return flight – including a baggage allowance of one piece unless indicated otherwise on your tickets/itinerary (where included by the airline at no charge).

• Accommodation and meal(s) as shown. Breakfast is usually continental.

• The appropriate Airport Passenger Duty taxes.

• Transfers – from the airport to your accommodation and vice versa.

• The assistance of our Representative overseas where applicable.

• Special offers.

Extras to our basic holiday price: • Supplements – items such as superior, single or seaview rooms, and flight supplements including flight seats, bags and meals need to be added. N.B. If it is a ‘No Single Room Supplement’ period, a transfer cost may be payable.

• Returnable Deposit – on apartment holidays –which you may be asked to deposit to cover possible breakages during your holiday.

Remember to take out good holiday insurance cover.

Licence To Trade The law requires that we must provide financial protection in respect of monies paid to us for package holidays. To comply with this requirement we hold an AIR TRAVEL ORGANISERS LICENCE (ATOL) 2509 and have a bond lodged with ABTA.

Data Protection

The Aito Quality Charter

To process your booking and to ensure that your travel arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements we and your travel agent need to use the information you provide (such as name, address, passport information, email address, mobile number, any special needs/dietary requirements, etc.).

Prestige Travel is a member of the Association of Independent Tour Operators. The Association represents Britain’s leading independent tour operators and encourages high standards of quality and service.

Prestige Travel abides by the Association’s Code of Conduct and adheres to the AITO Quality Charter which can be viewed on www.aito.co.uk. Visit the website to find out more about the Association

We take full responsibility for ensuring that proper security measures are in place to protect your information. We must pass the information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements such as airlines, hotels, transport companies, etc. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, or as required by law.

Additionally, where your holiday is outside the European Economic Area, controls on data protection in your destination may not be as stringent as the legal requirements in this country. We will only pass on your information to providers/suppliers responsible for the provision of your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant providers/suppliers.

Please note where information is also held by your travel agent, this is subject to your agent’s own data protection policy.

We will hold your information, where collected by us, and may use it to inform you of offers in the future or to send you brochures.

If you do not wish to receive such approaches in the future, please tell us.

Our full privacy policy can be found on our website.

or call 020 8744 9280.

THE ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT TOUR OPERATORS – THE QUALITY ALTERNATIVE The air holiday packages and flights in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority.

Our ATOL number is 2509.

Please see our booking conditions for more information.

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