Luxury Marrakech break, Villa des Orangers, Marrakech, Morocco – save 24%

Jan 4, 2014

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Marrakech is now so famous for its vibrant and exotic interiors that it’s the kind of city which demands to be enjoyed in style. Riad living is one of the most authentic ways to immerse yourself in Moroccan-style hospitality. It is these little historic style havens that provide a welcome break from the city’s chaotic street life.Villa des Orangers, one of only two properties in Marrakech that are part of the elite group of Relais & Chateaux boutique hotels, is frequented with the well-heeled of Europe – those who know how to seek out privacy and luxury. On first glance, its situation next to a tire shop looks unpromising, but this is Marrakech where some of the greatest treasures and sumptuous interiors lurk behind the walls of crumbling buildings on rundown streets. Step inside and you’ll find the villa is a peaceful oasis. A corridor lined with water channels of floating petals… elegant inner courtyards shaded by orange trees…polished white stucco walls and ceilings…water fountains… and the jewel in the crown: a stunning pool. No children are allowed here, ensuring the most tranquil and intimate of holidays. The location of the villa is wonderful for exploring this rich, complex city. It is situated is in the foot of the Koutoubia mosque, with its landmark minaret. Walk for five minutes and you’re in the famous, lively Jemaa el Fna square, which at nights turns into an incredible food market serving mouthwatering fish sandwiches. You’re a hop and skip away from the tantalising medina, known for being one of the world’s best shopping destinations.While you will want to sample as many of the city’s excellent restaurants and food stalls, one of the best culinary recommendations anyone will give you is to try home cooking. There are few better places than your villa for this. The dishes here are simply heavenly, blending French, Moroccan and Mediterranean influences…. more

£1598.00

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The Glasshouse, Edinburgh, Scotland – save 45%

Jan 4, 2014

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Voted one of the 'Top 50 Hottest Hotels in the World' by Condé Nast Traveller and 'The Sexiest Hotel in Scotland' by Hotel Review Scotland, this hotel is one for cool hunters.Modern architecture cleverly juxtaposes with the 150-year-old facade of Lady Glenorchy church, offering floor-to-ceiling views over this beautiful city, with its dramatic landscape and historic architecture. A peaceful boutique hotel with in-room a la carte dining, this stylish urban retreat wows with its enormous roof garden and high-tech rooms. Situated on Greenside Place overlooking picturesque Calton Hill, The Glasshouse is as well-located as it is well-dressed. Enjoy a break in Scotland's buzzing capital with breakfast included…. more

£109.00

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Mount Farm Barn, Edgefield near Holt, Norfolk – save 21%

Jan 4, 2014

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Mount Farm Barn provides beautifully appointed five-star lodgings, ideally situated in picture-perfect North Norfolk, just a few miles from the historic Georgian town of Holt. With its pretty villages, woodland walks and endless coastline, North Norfolk is the perfect place to get away from it all for a weekend of splendid scenery and utter relaxation.From Mount Farm Barn you're well placed to explore the best of the area. Take a boat to visit the seals on Blakeney Point – they're there all year round – or wander down Cromer's traditional pier. If leisurely sports are your way to unwind, there's a great selection of golf courses nearby or why not brave the seas with a day of sailing. The North Norfolk steam railway is a morning of fun whatever your age and the regions marshes and moors provide some breath-snatching views over the area's interesting terrain. Return to Mount Farm Barn for a well-earned high tea before a cosy evening in with a book in front of the wood-burning stove, before snuggling up in your cosy, modern bedroom…. more

£75.00

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Langdon Court Hotel, Plymouth, Devon – save 25%

Jan 4, 2014

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Surrounded by rolling natural countryside, Langdon Court Manor House Hotel is an impressive residence to escape to. Majestically set within its own exquisite formal gardens, this Grade II listed manor house combines contemporary luxury with stylish design to create a destination hotel amidst Devon's picturesque patchwork of farmland.With South Devon's coastline just walking distance away, you can spend a day strolling along the South West Coast Path for fantastic views over Wembury Bay and the surrounding area. Skim stones and paddle in the shallow surf on Wembury Beach – a Marine Conservation Area – or head north to Dartmoor National Park for a long walk through the region's valleys and tors.After a day of exploring there's Langdon Court's two-AA-Rosette winning restaurant to look forward to. Dine in style on the area's best local produce with dishes inspired by the Head Chef's travels across the Mediterranean and South East Asia. Enjoy a night cap in the bar before heading up to the comfort of your Superior room…. more

£129.00

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Stylish NYC break, with flights, The Standard High Line, New York – save 10%

Jan 4, 2014

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The Standard, High Line; another outstanding creation by André Balazs and one of five members of The Standard hotel group. This hip hotel is one of the most sought-after places to stay in the whole of New York City. Sticking up into the New York sky, straddling the High Line park and relatively undisturbed by the surrounding low-rise buildings – it's a striking landmark in the Meatpacking District. This hotel boasts an oh-so cool location and incredible views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. The Standard is the hotel of choice for in-the-know travellers and A-Listers alike. A gleaming 18-story tower; it straddles INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (literally, it's built on stilts) the High Line public park that runs from the Meatpacking District to Chelsea. The building was designed by Todd Schliemann of the New York firm ENNEADS, then pioneering hotelier André Balazs collaborated on the interiors with the Hollywood set designer Shawn Hausman. The design perfectly compliments the edgy and stylish downtown New York location. The Standard has a hip Grill, a well-equipped gym, an 18th floor nightclub, views to die for, sublime mid-century style interiors and a top location – overlooking the Hudson River and bordering chic Greenwich Village…. more

£1738.00

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Luxury twin-centre Malaysia holiday, Kuala Lumpur & Borneo – save 22%

Jan 4, 2014

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What better way to experience the eclectic culture and diverse landscape of Malaysia than to split your time between its capital city and its largest and most fascinating island? Staying in two glamorous hotels in two exceptional locations, you'll start with seven nights on the coast of Borneo, an island bursting with phenomenal natural beauty, before heading to vibrant Kuala Lumpur.Borneo is the third largest non-continental island in the world and home to the endangered orangutan, as well as The Gaya Island Resort: an organic, beachfront sanctuary set within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, with panoramic views of Mount Kinabalu. With a spa village in the heart of a mangrove, a fine selection of Asian and seafood restaurants and a crop of chic hillside villas, this is an otherworldly paradise. In true James Bond style, you'll arrive by speedboat.From Kota Kinabalu, you'll then fly to Malaysia's remarkable capital. Whilst Kuala Lumpur has in recent years shot upwards and outwards at breakneck speed with the advance of modernity, The Majestic Hotel where you'll spend three nights of your trip, retains the elegance of colonial times. An exquisite heritage site it boasts beautiful period furnishings, delectable fine dining and a fantastic spa – all a stone's throw from the major historical sites of the city.Good to knowYour outbound flight is overnight, so do allow for this when booking time away from work. Please be aware that a compulsory conservation fee of 20 MYR per person, per night must be paid locally at Gaya Island Resort…. more

£3070.00

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5* Palm Jumeirah holiday, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Hotel, Dubai – save 27%

Jan 4, 2014

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On the West Crescent of the Palm Jumeirah, the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Hotel gazes over the Arabian Gulf. Reminiscent of the royal palaces of the Ottoman Empire, the hotel combines all the drama and opulence of a bygone era with glossy, contemporary glamour.The hotel's rich and jewel-like palette drips with regal golds, reds and cobalt blues. Everything is intricately designed, from the high-vaulted ceilings to the striking arches and Eastern-inspired mosaics. Boasting 441 rooms, suites and Royal Residences, as well as eight restaurants, two bars, a private white-sand beach, an 8,000 square-metre spa and an avenue of boutiques, it’s no surprise that the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Hotel has been the consecutive winner of the World Travel Awards ‘Leading Spa Resort’. A serial award-winner, it's also been listed in two prestigious categories of the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2013.For more information about our offer inclusions, please see below…. more

£1890.00

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Luxury Crete holiday, St Nicholas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas, Greece – save 25%

Jan 4, 2014

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A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, this boutique five-star resort lies on the island's chic eastern coast. St Nicholas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas is a cool white and azure affair, with a secluded beachfront location and luxury rooms.As well as five fine dining restaurants and two bars, the resort features an open-air and heated indoor swimming pool with hydro-jet bubble seats. High-end Poseidon Spa is a dreamy retreat with marble Turkish saunas and steam baths, individual treatment rooms with Jacuzzi tubs and affusion showers, a relaxation area and Aphrodite's Bath – a treatment cave next to the sea with a seawater Thalassotherapy pool.Good to knowThis holiday allows you to spread the cost of your break by paying only the deposit upfront. The remaining balance is due at a later date and is to be paid directly to the holiday supplier INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (the exact date will be stated on your booking received email)…. more

£1718.00

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Luxury Sri Lanka tour and all-inclusive beach holiday, Kandy, Yala, Negombo & Hikkaduwa – save 23%

Jan 4, 2014

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Strap in for the adventure-of-a-lifetime, with twelve-nights exploring the exquisite natural beauty of Sri Lanka. No sooner do you touch down in the capital Columbo, you’re whisked north to the gourmet paradise of Negombo. From there you’ll head inland to the Royal City of Kandy, then wildlife paradise Yala National Park for a very special safari. After all that excitement, chill right out with a seven-night all-inclusive stay at the gorgeous beach resort of Hikkaduwa.Marco Polo described Sri Lanka as the finest island of its size in the world. He wasn’t wrong. Coastal Negombo has seen its fair share of explorers pass through, with Portuguese and Dutch settlers bequeathing Catholic shrines and canals. As a fishing town, it’s the super-fresh seafood that’s the gourmand’s draw. You’ll find plenty at the Jetwing Blue’s three restaurants, plus a spa, two swimming pools, gym and a jewellery shop. All set by an exquisite golden beach. From Negombo’s pristine shores, you’ll head inland to the awe-inspiring Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage – home to around 70 displaced elephants. Then it’s on to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Royal City of Kandy; the country’s cultural heart, to experience the famous Temple of the Tooth, Peradeniya’s Royal Botanical Gardens and a Cultural Who INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (Kandyan dance performance). You’ll stay at the Cinnamon Citadel Kandy, a sophisticated complex boasting a curvaceous outdoor pool INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (overlooking the Mahaweli River); an excursion counter, indoor sports, two restaurants and a bar.After a scenic drive through the verdant central uplands, your next port of call is unspoilt Yala National Park for an incredible jeep safari, keeping your eyes peeled for roaming leopards INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (the highest density in Asia live here) and elephants. The four-star Cinnamon Wild Yala eco- resort features an outdoor restaurant, two bars and jungle chalets in a prime location on the park’s perimeter. Finally, it’s time to relax. Heading down to the laidback southern coastline, you’ll pitch up at all-inclusive Chaaya Tranz Hikkaduwa for a blissful week of sun, spa-treatments and snorkelling INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (or diving) amongst the golden sands, and vibrant corals, of happening Hikkaduwa. The resort boasts a rooftop spa, gym, swimming pool, four restaurants, three bars and lounges, plus a PADI Certified dive Centre. To find out what's included in this sensational multi-centre holiday, please see the offer details below.Good to knowYour English-speaking chauffeur guide will part company with you at Hikkaduwa until your departure transfer. It's also worth noting that your outbound flight is overnight, so while this is a 12-night holiday, you will be away for a total of 13 nights…. more

£3138.00

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Luxury St. Lucia holiday, Ladera Resort, St. Lucia, Caribbean – save 30%

Jan 4, 2014

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The Caribbean is synonymous with lush tropical forests, inviting sandy beaches and a laid-back lifestyle. Where better to stay then than Ladera, a luxury St. Lucia resort that encompasses all this effortlessly. Its unique situation 1100 feet above the Caribbean Sea on a forest ridge, render it a cut above the rest in more ways than one as you can enjoy the warm sea breeze, the exquisite sea views and the mountain side location simultaneously. After a continental breakfast of refreshing fruits and tasty pastries, spend the morning relaxing in your luxury suite beside your private plunge pool. With one wall of the eco-lodge style suites open to the air, you can immerse yourself in the oasis of Ladera's exquisite location – you're not just enjoying the scenery, you're part of it. There's plenty of ways to unwind in or around the resort – spend the afternoon relaxing on one of St. Lucia's beaches nearby or take a stroll through Grand Bois Forest. Let Ladera's spa, with its gardens and hot tubs, tempt you in for a day of utter relaxation before a pre-dinner drink at the resort's Dasheene Bar over sundown…. more

£3078.00

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