Our favourite luxury resorts and hotels

El Dorado Royale is an exceptional adults only, all-inclusive resort situated in the Riviera Maya. With 12 restaurants, six pools and a plethora of activities included, it delivers a level of luxury that consistently exceeds expectations.

Apes Hill Barbados Golf Resort & Community is a luxury golf resort set in the lush hills of Barbados, centered around an 18-hole Championship course.

The Pavilions Phuket, is a luxury 5-star boutique hotel comprising a collection of 95 luxury villas and suites, nestled on the hilltop overlooking the Layan beach offering both ocean views and hillside panoramas. We recommend a Pool Pavilion or Villa for a romantic getaway – a nest of absolute privacy complemented by exquisite spa services.

Fun-loving, contemporary and very colourful indeed – The Standard, Maldives by Hyatt offers a whole lot of fun for friends, families and couples alike. Located in the Raa Atoll, expect beautiful beachside or overwater villas, exciting activities, and even a nightclub with a glass dance floor over the lagoon.

STORY Seychelles offers a luxurious beach resort that's home to excellent facilities and a fine spot on Beau Vallon Bay.

The internationally acclaimed Pangkor Laut Resort is located on a private island three miles off the west coast of Malaysia in the Straits of Malacca. Nestling in the forest shade with secluded bays curled around pristine beaches its luxury, natural beauty and age-old wilderness create the perfect escape.

Located on Noonu Atoll in the Maldives, this luxurious lodge offers a beautiful beachside oasis, with spectacular villas fit for families and honeymooners alike. From fun water sports and lazing in the pool, to tucking into various international restaurants, this lodge is sociable and exciting.

Part of the exclusive Sani Resort in Halkidiki's Kassandra Peninsula, Sani Beach is our favourite of the five hotels for families. Boasting spacious ocean-view suites, fantastic kids club, fun activities and a variety of restaurants, this is luxury for the whole family.

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, part of the Privé Collection, is located in South Nilandhe Atoll, 35 minute seaplane journey from Male International Airport. The island has one of the best selections of water villas in the Maldives and guests can also enjoy a great spa, watersports and scuba diving.