Rushton Hall Hotel and Spa in Northamptonshire is so grand and packed full of original features that you could easily imagine you're living the Downton Abbey dream. Except of course, you'll have a few more modern comforts than they would have done, and hopefully less drama.This grade-one listed, four-star hotel is a magnificent 16th century building surrounded by 25 acres of beautiful grounds. With its large lake, croquet lawn and tennis court, these grounds provide the perfect country escape.Having recently been awarded four coveted red stars and three rosettes for dining, the house itself is somewhat impressive with generous bedrooms featuring period character, a gourmet restaurant, a full sized billiard table and the superb Stable Yard Spa – which has its own indoor swimming pool, fitness room and plenty of indulgent treatments on offer.For more information on what's included, please see the offer details below…. more
If peace and quiet is high up on your priority list, then how about an island where no motor vehicles are allowed? The four-star Lafodia Sea Resort on is on the tranquil Lopud Island, just off the clear blue coast of Dubrovnik in Croatia.In this modern and super-stylish beach-front hotel, you're overlooking the sea and surrounded by lush greenery, a dramatic rocky coastline, clear turquoise ocean, citrus groves, gardens and a charming nearby port. Lafodia Hotel and Resort isn't just a pretty face INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (in a pretty location); it has a beautiful outdoor pool and chic decked area for sunbathing, a beach just 20 metres away, a restaurant, three bars, an evening entertainment programme and access to pedalo boats, bicycles, canoes and many other things that will aid your exploring on both land and sea…. more
Step aside St Tropez, Monte Carlo and Cannes, the Côte d'Azur’s most bronzed, high-rolling starlet is unquestionably Nice; with its charming old town, fin-de-siècle residences and sun-drenched Promenade des Anglais. Not to mention superb shopping, culture and fine dining.Located in the heart of the French Riviera’s capital, the four-star Hotel Ellington is a typical 1920s maison, with a jazz-inspired core beneath its terracotta facade. From the cocktail slinging Duke Bar and Lounge to the slick American buffet breakfasts, the spacious patio terrace and the contemporary rooms, this place is sophisticated yet welcoming.For more information on our offer inclusions, please see below…. more
The Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe is a grand and imposing building constructed in the majestic Saxon Baroque style. Sitting on the Neumarkt, it's a modern four-star hotel within a short walk of many of the city's top historical landmarks, including the Semperoper and the Zwinger Palace. Guests at the Steigenberger Hotel de Saxe have the use of a fully equipped wellness area which boasts a Finnish sauna, biosanarium and Kneipp Baths. Contemporary international cuisine is served in the restaurant and in warmer months on an al-fresco terrace with views of the beautiful Frauenkirche. For cocktails, aperitifs and light snacks, the Steigenberger boasts an excellent bar.This offer is for a stay of two or more nights in a Superior room, on a bed and breakfast basis and includes spa access and a 4pm late check-out…. more
An elegant Georgian heritage, immaculate lawns and exquisite dining make a stay at The Norfolk Mead Hotel INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (just outside Norwich) the perfect country retreat. Husband and wife team Anna and James come from high profile catering background, which explains the emphasis on exceptional produce and truly delicious dining. Stroll around the flawlessly manicured grounds, which encircle the hotel and extend to the banks of the River Bure and be sure to head down to the private lake, which homes swans, geese and other wildfowl. While away an afternoon using the hotel’s day boat INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (for a fee) and head out on the Norfolk Broads. Not only with you be able to see an array of British wildlife, but should the mood take you, you’ll be able to dock and pop to a riverside pub for refreshment…. more
A sienna and sandstone land with some of the most dramatic scenery in the world – Jordan is a Pandora's box of sights that date back as far as two millenia. From eerie desert sands to Byzantine mosaics; this is a destination to take a little time over and there are few better places to take it all in from than a renowned, luxury spa hotel.Nestled on the Eastern shores of the Red Sea, at the foot of a rocky canyon, the domed Evason Ma’in Hot Springs Resort is a secluded oasis in the heart of the Jordanian desert. Behind its stone façade and plunging sulphurous waterfall, the hotel is cool and chic with pastel palettes, dark wood furnishings, ethnic flourishes and its pièce de résistance, the Six Senses Spa.Built beneath a natural hot-spring waterfall, the Six Senses spa takes full advantage of the mineral rich waters and the natural properties of the area with an extensive natural range of treatments and facilities. For more information about our offer inclusions, please see below.Good to knowPlease be aware that your outbound flight may be overnight, so while this is a five-night holiday, you might be away for a total of six nights…. more
Just ten miles from the heart of Norwich, Barnham Broom Hotel is set in 250 acres of pristine Norfolk landscape. It's the perfect base for exploring the stunning landscape of the Norfolk Broads and the long sandy coastline of East Anglia, as well as visiting some of the region's stunning heritage sites.If all that sounds a bit too energetic though, you might want to spend your time here enjoying a wide variety of spa treatments, administered with luxury products, dining on sumptuous cream teas and extravagant fusion cuisine in the double AA rosette-awarded restaurant, and wandering the beautiful hotel grounds. This scenic country estate boasts two 18 hole golf courses -'The Hill' and 'The Valley' – as well as three squash courts, two tennis courts and a heated indoor swimming pool with a sauna and a steam room…. more
Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa, set behind wrought iron gates in over 38 acres of beautiful Cheshire countryside, is a country mansion originally built in 1816 which recently secured the coveted Four Red Stars award. Now a luxurious hotel and spa, Rookery Hall is a wonderful example of traditional architecture merging beautifully with modern comforts and exclusive facilities. The building is full of traditional features, like original stone fireplaces and ornate ceilings. Take tea in historic surroundings and then retreat into the modern, upscale spa for a dip in the 18-metre pool, located in a stunning glass atrium. A hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room also feature amongst the wellness facilities – and we certainly wouldn't recommend overlooking the lovely treatment menu.To find out what's included in both options, please see the offer details below…. more
The luxurious, four-star Ettington Park Hotel is a Gothic mansion set within 40 acres of lush parkland, through which the River Stour meanders. The beautifully furnished property boasts spacious and stylish bedrooms, lavish gourmet dining and an unmistakable flair for style.Stratford-upon-Avon, home of Shakespeare and the RSC, is just a ten-minute drive away, so you're in a top spot for some historic sightseeing. You could also go walking in the beautiful grounds, glide through the indoor heated swimming pool, or bliss out in the steam room and sauna. The Oak Room Restaurant adds a splash of drama with 18th Century features and a menu designed to impress. For more information on what's included, please see the offer details below…. more
A land of ancient crumbling temples, jagged limestone karsts, sprawling rice paddies, unique cities, powdery white beaches and pink-hued sunsets, Cambodia is a country of full of history and phenomenal natural beauty, with the mighty Mekong River flowing directly through it. This 12-night multi-centre holiday will give you an insight into Khmer culture and a chance to experience one of the most inspiring countries in the world, as well as staying in three ultra-swish hotels.This 12-night holiday begins in Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital, a steadily growing city and the country's political hub. Here you'll stay for three nights at the uber-cool Le Blanc Boutique Hotel in the city centre. Next, you'll move onto a blissful six nights at the iconic seven-storey Independence Hotel in Cambodia's most famous beach destination; the peaceful province of Sihanoukville. You'll finish your trip in Siem Reap, with three nights in the Grand Soluxe Angkor Palace – a gorgeous five-star spa hotel and the ideal base from which to explore the ancient group of temples at Angkor Wat.Our offer includes three nights at the four-star Le Blanc Boutique Hotel in a Deluxe room, with breakfast and a half-day city tour. Next you'll spend six nights at the Independence Hotel Resort & Spa, Sihanoukville in a Deluxe room with breakfast. Finally, you'll spend three nights at the Grand Soluxe Angkor Palace in a Deluxe room with private transfers, a welcome drink and cold towel, a one-day Angkor Temple tour INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (including a day temple complex pass) with a private car, tour guide and driver and a Khmer dinner for two from a set menu at the hotel's Phum Kreus Khmer restaurant, plus daily local fresh fruits. Please see below for a brief itinerary:Days 1-4 – Phnom PenhDays 4-10 – SihanoukvilleDays 10-13 – Siem ReapGood to knowYour outbound and inbound flights are overnight, so whilst this is a 12-night holiday, you'll be away from home for a total of 14 nights.Visa requirements: A Tourist Visa for Cambodia is required and we recommend you arrange it online before you travel…. more
