Holiday Type / Unique Beach Experiences

Colonial-style architecture with contemporary accents, a sweeping crescent-shaped bay and myriad recreational and dining facilities define this world-class resort. Most guest accommodations lie along the curve of the bay; choose between ocean or garden views, deluxe rooms or spacious suites (some with private pools). Nestled in manicured gardens at the eastern end of the resort, the Royal Villas with private pools, two complimentary golf carts, dedicated butler, cook and housekeeper may be the perfect choice for families or groups of friends. T...

This private island hideaway and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers a rare opportunity for a handful of privileged guests to unwind and tune in to the soothing rhythms of the sea. Just a short boat ride from Union Island, Petit St Vincent is ringed by almost two miles of white sand, palms and tree-lined slopes that hide a collection of spacious cottages and beach villas, each featuring a sitting room and air-conditioned bedroom (blissfully free from external intervention in the form of telephones and TVs) and outdoor sun deck wit...

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Ringed by pure white sands and dazzling azure waters, andBeyond Vamizi Island is the epitome of castaway chic. Spacious, romantically furnished villas lie along a gently shelving ten kilometre stretch of pristine beach, each with private sitting area and sundeck. A short drive from the main lodge are six private villas offering the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, with saltwater pools and full complement of staff. Tropical cuisine featuring the freshest seafood may be enjoyed in the dining room or on the beach. Plentiful activities, some at l...

A tranquil island paradise just off the north east coast of Antigua, considered by many to be one of the Caribbean's finest islands, Jumby Bay boasts some of the best accommodation to be found in the region. Further paramount to its success, the luxury hotel received the AAA Five-Diamond Award and Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star Rating Award for 2017. Just steps from the palm-fringed sandy beach lie the Beachside Courtyard Suites, characterised by high, vaulted ceilings, light, fresh colours, dark wood furnishings and seductive bathrooms featuring e...

The Costa Navarino development in Messinia is comprised of several sites set against 4,500 years of history and pristine nature. Serenity pervades The Romanos, a Member of the Starwood Luxury Collection. Extensive grounds dotted with olive groves and a long sandy beach form the unspoilt landscape for this luxurious resort. Award-winning architecture reflects Messina’s rich history, the 321 contemporary rooms, suites and villas basking in the warm palette of the Mediterranean. Infinity Rooms and Suites boast their own individual infinity-edge po...

Inspired by old Messinian mansions, this picture-perfect retreat with a half-mile sandy beach by the glittering Ionian Sea, comprises clusters of stone built low-rise villas. Contemporary rooms and suites decorated in soothing seascape tones feature the Westin’s signature Heavenly Bed® plus a spacious terrace or balcony, many with a private infinity-edge pool. At the heart of the development is the Agora where an outdoor cinema, retail outlets and a Greek amphitheatre rub shoulders with enticing eateries including Da Luigi for Italian treats an...

Al Bandar – meaning “the town”– is the focal point of the resort featuring a wide variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Centrally located within the resort complex its romantic architecture has been inspired by Old Muscat, with buildings of varying height adorned by an array of ornate balconies. The pools and waterways which abound throughout the property make relaxing viewing from the generously sized sea-facing guestrooms decorated in modern Arabian fashion, all with a balcony or patio. There’s complimentary Wi-Fi in all rooms along with in...

Situated on a headland commanding panoramic views, a pinnacle of the vacation experience is the adult-oriented and ultra-opulent Al Husn. Deluxe rooms, which are amongst the largest in Oman, feature lavish décor inspired by royal Arabian palaces and come complete with balconies or terraces from which to admire the views of the courtyard and pool; deluxe sea view rooms open up entrancing panoramas of the Gulf of Oman from their furnished balconies. Culinary experiences, accessible only to Al Husn guests, include a beach grill serving fresh seafo...

Family-popular Al Waha is the largest of the three hotels that make up Shangri-La’s Omani portfolio. Meaning “The Oasis”, this idyllic escape is dotted with several swimming pools and surrounded by date palm trees. The family accommodation comprises two interconnecting rooms that look over the lush gardens and glittering pools towards the Gulf of Oman, kitted out with a PlayStation and a section of games on request. An array of eateries provides delicious dining options. Between Al Waha and Al Bandar lies the enchanting beachfront Bait al Bahr ...