Thailand - Dream Phuket Hotel and Spa
This eco-friendly hotel in an affluent area on the West Coast of Phuket is straight out out of a dream. When you wake up, you are luxuriating in your cabana next to the pool and ready for your Sanctuary Spa treatment. After that, take the free shuttle bus to the Dream Club on Layan Beach just four minutes away. There you can watch remarkable sunsets from your beach bed. When hunger calls, return to the hotel and dine in the Trilogy restaurant, with a choice of Thai, Tuscan or contemporary European menus. And really take in the view of lush hills, tropical plantations and the Andaman sea from the rooftop infinity pool.
Andalusia, Spain - Sentido Ama Islantilla
Surrounded by pine woodlands and close to the UNESCO protected Doñana National Park, Sentido Ama Islantilla offers incredible views, a semi-Olympic pool and a 27-hole golf course. If you can drag yourself away, explore the southern Spanish seaside town of Islantilla. Or take the complementary shuttle service to the stunning beach. And, depending on how much you like to move when on holiday, there's a rejuvenating spa including Turkish baths, Finnish saunas and a heated indoor pool as well as a gym to keep your fitness levels up.
Sicily - Hotel Borgo Pantano
Escape to the good life in Syracuse, Sicily with a stay in an 1800s boutique farmhouse. Hotel Borgo Pantano is set amid patchwork fields and citrus groves. Tahiti-style straw sunbeds invite you to lounge by the massive shelving pool while terracotta jars and old millstones add to its character. It won't feel like it, but you're just five miles away from the ancient island of Ortygia, with its Greek theatre, lively markets and 3,000 years of history. Then return to your rural paradise in the evening when mood lights and lanterns transform the grounds into an enchanting landscape.
Budapest - Aquincum
Set alongside Budapest's iconic river Danube and in the magnificent Castle district, the Aquincum puts you right in the action of Hungary's capital city. But that doesn't mean a lack of privacy. The hotel boasts panoramic views of the Buda hills and offers its own tranquil natural thermal spa. Relax with waters renowned for alleviating joint and muscle pain, while significantly reducing stress. Then enjoy traditional Hungarian dishes with a modern twist at the Apicus restaurant.
Menorca - Cala Blanca Sun Hotel
Situated on the west coast of picturesque Menorca and just 300 metres from the nearest beach, the Cala Blanca Sun Hotel is a haven for couples and families seeking sun-kissed tranquillity. Here you can enjoy life at a slower pace. Sip a cocktail in the pool or lounge in the lush garden. Venture out and explore the historic port city of Ciutadella, famous for its medieval streets and old quarter lined with grand gold-tinged buildings. Or take the short walk to the beach. Welcome to island life.
UK, Forest Mere and Eastwell Manor - Champneys Shepherds Huts
And finally, a very different experience. Restore your balance with nature by staying in a Shepherds Hut. You have two rejuvenating Champneys locations to choose from. Firstly, there's historic Eastwell Manor in Kent where your peaceful hideaway is situated on former royal grounds. Secondly, there's Forest Mere, where your snug comes with lakeside views. Both are kitted out in stylish decor and essential amenities, so you can reconnect with nature in total comfort. Enjoy Champneys premier spa treatments, its finest nutritional dishes and that smug feeling of healthy living.
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