​A stay in the magical Maldives is a holiday you will never forget and certainly never want to end. Referred to as the ‘Teardrops’ of the Indian Ocean, The Maldives is reached only by speedboat or seaplane and forms a collection of ancient coral atolls that boast some of the world’s most stunning marine beauty spots.

​Set within its own private lagoon Huvafen Fushi, operated by Per AQUUM, is an extremely swish piece of paradise which offers the height of luxury for discerning guests. With dreamlike surroundings, state of the art facilities, and the world’s first underwater Spa, this stylish resort is sure to excite and astound its visitors.

The accommodation is ubermodern with a nod to nature and offers the ultimate in privacy and relaxation. The contemporary bungalows sport private plunge pools, cutting-edge technology such as plasma TV screens, a BOSE sound system and your very own ‘Thakaru’ butler service which is a revelation.

The dining options here are truly special from Salt, which offers an overwater experience specialising in fresh seafood, to the more relaxed Celsius where you can dine under the stars on a terrace with spectacular ocean views. Raw serves exquisite healthy food conjured up from the freshest local ingredients whilst for a special occasion let the hotel really take care of you with a magical dinner under the stars or on the edge of the ocean reef.

For spa lovers the treatments and relaxation rooms have view of the ocean so you feel like you are in a giant aquarium providing a truly tranquil setting for even the most jaded of visitors. If you are looking for an adventure, why not explore the islands further out with a night aboard a luxury yacht or sail aboard a Dhoni (hand-crafted Maldivian sailboat).

​Located on one of the largest islands in the Maldives, LUX* Maldives is the perfect destination for families or couples (it’s excellent value for money), providing a serene haven with its stunning natural surroundings, lush tropical vegetation and 4km of pristine beach.

With natural Maldivian style décor, choices of accommodation are exceptional, either located directly on the white sands or perched over the sparkling lagoon. Interconnecting and family options are available, as well as alternatives for those looking for the utmost privacy and seclusion.

It’s the special touches that really delight guests here, from impromptu family games tournaments, to al fresco cinema screenings under the night sky or stargazing with your very own expert. Facilities around the resort are excellent which include two pools on the sunset side of the island, LUX* Me Spa with 11 garden villas and 4 over-water treatment villas, a world class PADI diving centre, tennis courts and a state of the art gym. The boathouse is the place to be for water sport fanatics where you can dive off a dhoni and enjoy the colourful aquatic life on offer including parrot fish, stingrays and whale sharks.

With seven restaurants serving authentic island delicacies, the resort serves up culinary triumphs taking influences from Indian, Italian and Japanese dishes.

The Kids’ Club (PLAY) features a whole host of exciting and educational activities with a focus on the surrounding natural habitat, as well as a range of high-energy sports. The Teens’ Club (STUDIO 17) offers loads of activities including local dance and language classes, beach sports activities and exciting adventure trips around the island.

​Today visitors can enjoy a year-round dry and sunny climate and a whole host of cultural and sightseeing opportunities, which can be combined with shopping in one of the many bazaars in bustling Cairo or relaxing on the beautiful beaches of the Red Sea coast.

Surrounded by the Red Sea, the Sinai Peninsula offers one of the best places in the world to dive and snorkel amongst corals and exotic waters teeming with aquatic life.

The luxury resort of Sharm El Sheikh enjoys glorious sandy beaches, turquoise waters and serves as an ideal base from which to explore the Sinai desert by camel, horse or jeep.

If you want to see the sights why not enjoy an excursion to St.Catherine’s Monastery on Mount Sinai, hop on a plane to Cairo for the day to see the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, or fly to ancient Luxor to see the magnificent Valley of the Kings.

​Arguably the best hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, this sleek property is infused with Arabian influences from its tinkling fountains and stone courtyards to its tented Bedouin-style bar and fantastic palm fringed gardens. It offers truly excellent food and service with gracious staff that could not be more attentive.

Elegant residences incorporate luxurious one and two storey villa style rooms with views of beautiful manicured gardens or the glittering Red Sea. The spacious rooms are packed with every conceivable luxury from crisp white bed linen and extra soft pillows to marble floors and large bathrooms, for the ultimate in comfort and style.

The coral gardens and white sandy beach shelter a colourful fish population that provides a great opportunity for snorkelling and scuba diving. Water skiing, parasailing and wind surfing are easily arranged. The resort boasts a truly luxurious Spa with fitness centre and outdoor heated lap pool as well as outdoor treatment rooms. The resort features two further pools and a children’s pool.

‘Kids for all Seasons’ is a brilliant programme (free of charge) offering sports, games, movie time and crafts. The resort offers a range of complimentary items for younger guests including colouring books, toiletries and high chairs.

​Set in 35 hectares of tropical gardens, this sophisticated hotel has a series of cascading pools leading down to a sandy-shingled beach with three secluded coves, a jetty and excellent water sports centre.

The resort offers a wide range of aqua-based activities from snorkelling and diving amongst the colourful fish and aquatic life at the house reef, to the 2,500m2 water complex. Linked by bridges, gardens and rock formations, there are three cascading swimming pools and an additional secluded pool whilst a ‘lazy river’ meanders through caves and grottos.

Mouth watering Thai dishes are on offer at ‘Sala Thai’, winner of the Thai Select Award by the Royal Thai Government, and the ‘Souk at The Hyatt’ offers you the chance to experience an array of show kitchens featuring Italian, Asian, Oriental and International dishes.

The fabulous Regency Club Rooms and Suites come with access to a private lounge offering continental breakfast, all day tea and coffee, evening cocktails and canapés. Regency Club guests also benefit from a private beach, swimming pool and whirl pool.

Club Olympus includes a gym, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, plunge pool and five individual spa treatment rooms. If you are feeling sporty there are four tennis courts and two squash courts.

The fantastic Oasis Kids’ Club is a supervised recreation and learning centre. Facilities include a shaded children’s paddling pool, fully equipped games room and mini theatre.

​If you like beach resorts with access to a multitude of activities and experiences then Dubai is surely the destination for you. Fantastic for a sun holiday, the beaches are outstanding and the calm waters are ideal for water sports. Hotels are of the highest calibre and with a property to suit every taste you can be sure to find exactly what you are looking for.

Dubai is a land of extremes where you can experience everything from rugged mountains and awe-inspiring sand dunes to sandy beaches and ultra-modern shopping malls.

The adventurous can jump into 4x4s for exhilarating off-road journeys or sand boarding deep into the heart of the tranquil desert or head to one of the amazing water parks for the day. To satisfy the keen golfer, Dubai has many world-renowned championship golf courses, including a night golf course.

Throughout the year, Dubai hosts a range of popular annual sporting activities and dazzling entertainment attractions. You can also use Dubai as a stopover for long haul trips further afield such as the Maldives.

Refined and elegant, this intimate hotel on Jumeirah Beach offers a private playground in the heart of the new Dubai Marina. The hotel’s smaller size means particular attention is paid to service levels and the friendly and gracious staff really go out of their way to make your stay memorable.​

The style epitomises Arabian elegance from its richly hued silks and brocades to the classical tiles and woodwork. Rooms all have private balconies or terraces and oversized marble bathrooms and worth a special mention are the Club Floor Rooms, which have sunny sea views, and access to a private lounge serving complimentary refreshments from early until late.

Diners may choose from Splendido, the contemporary Italian restaurant, La Baie Lounge serving a variety of coastal bites, Blue Jade, a contemporary restaurant enjoying Asian cuisine or for a special evening try Amaseena, a restaurant of Bedouin tents set along the private beach. If you want more choice the nearby Dubai Marina offers an exclusive promenade of different fine dining restaurants, coffee shops and retail outlets.

Escape to the spa where mystical eastern therapies and treatments blend seamlessly with European wellness and beauty rituals. Tennis, golf at one of the nearby clubs, or five gorgeous swimming pools are also on offer.

The Ritz-Kids’ team arranges various services and provides a special children’s welcome gift on arrival. Ritz-Kids Club activities, range from shell collecting to cookery classes and the hotel offers a sun-shaded children’s pool and play area.

​This ocean-themed resort based on a mile of pristine beach on the prestigious Palm Island is the height of drama and grandeur. As its name suggests, there is a distinct aquatic theme with spectacular water views from every room, the giant Aquaventure Waterpark (with new world record breaking rides), an open-aired marine habitat, The Lost Chambers Aquarium with 65,000 marine animals in lagoons and displays and a Dolphin Bay.

The accommodation is similarly impressive located in two high towers linked by The Royal Bridge Suite. The two Underwater Suites have to be seen to be believed with underwater views of the Ambassador Lagoon, where you can look out at the marine life and fish from the comfort of your own bed.

All elements of this hotel are on a super-size scale making it perfect for children and adults who have a sense of fun and adventure. The vast entertainment centre features many boutique shops and numerous awardwinning dining options from the likes of Nobu and Michel Rostang.

There is also an utterly tranquil ShuiQi Spa that allows you to escape into a world of beautiful relaxation in one of its 27 treatment rooms. The resort is truly family-friendly with the Atlantis Kids Club.

​Comprising of three stunning hotels; Al Qasr, Mina A’Salam and the very exclusive Dar Al Masyaf summerhouses, this grand resort features meandering waterways with traditional boats to transport guests, Arabian towers, lush gardens and a superb 2km stretch of unspoiled beach.

Traditional Arabian architecture combines with modern luxury to offer superb accommodation across a choice of rooms and suites at the resort. Al Qasr translates into ‘The Palace’ and is built to resemble a Sheikh’s summer residence. Mina A’Salam enjoys a waterside location with stunning views from each of its private balconies. The summerhouses of Dar Al Masyaf are hidden gems with private arrivals, 24 hour butler service, private pools and courtyards.

Within Madinat Jumeirah there is a huge choice of facilities available including an excellent Kid’s Club and complimentary access to the Wild Wadi Waterpark next door, an award-wininng Talise spa, a traditional souk with 75 boutique shops, entertainment complex and over 40 world-class restaurants and bars.

The sporty can enjoy the health club which features a fully equipped gym, 25m indoor lap pool and squash courts or head to the beach to try water sports including windsurfing, sailing and scuba diving (extra cost). The comprehensive PBI Tennis Centre offers five floodlit hard courts and a variety of tennis programmes for adults and children.

Guests can take advantage of all Madinat Jumeirah facilities and leisure activities apart from some of the private facilities at Dar Al Masyaf.