Winter Sun
Christmas and New Year are magical, no doubt, but after a seemingly endless season of shopping, cooking and clearing up for vast armies of family and friends, there is something wonderfully indulgent about fleeing the frost and holiday fervour up north for a much-needed dose of sunshine and luxurious holidaying down south. From the islands of Malaysia to South Africa's breath-taking Garden Route, Sydney's harbour hotspots to the unrivalled decadence of Seychellois' five-star hotels, a family-friendly holiday in a hot climate can be just the tonic after months wrapped in multiple layers and inadequate quality time together with your nearest and dearest.
Vitrum Hotel
The Vitrum hotel demonstrates boutique elegance in one of the city’s funkiest districts.
The gorgeous Vitrum hotel in Palermo caters excellently for younger guests and provides free baby baths and cribs, although a child's bed costs a little extra. The duplex suites are two-storey, 50 metre squared affairs, featuring rich Argentine wood accenting and all the fancy mod-cons you’d expect. All the...
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Hotel Esencia
A 50-acre private estate near Playa del Carmen, Esencia, once home to an Italian duchess, now offers superior luxury for adults and little ones alike
Hotel Esencia is perfectly located between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, so you’ve all the fun a short drive away, but enough distance from the party strips to ensure peace, quiet and relaxation. The garden view and ocean view rooms are fabulous, but if you can stretch to one of the cottages, you’ll not want to...
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Fairmont Mayakoba
Large is size but intimate in feel, the Fairmont Mayakoba in Playa del Carmen offers a spoiling combination of lagoon, beach or jungle setting
A resort but intimate in feel, the Fairmont Mayakoba is a 401-roomed beauty perches on the edge of the sea and encompasses dunes, water canals, tropical forest and dense mangroves so it’s unique, lush and ripe for exploration (or relaxation depending on what you’re after). Not far from bustling Playa del Carmen,...
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Rosewood Mayakoba
Rosewood Mayakoba is a luxury leader along the Mexican Riviera Maya with an exceptional children's program
A gorgeous option, the Rosewood Mayakoba is unique and utterly spoiling, though children are very much kept in mind. Their sweetly named “Rose Buds” program is for younger guests and children under 12 always stay for free if sharing a room with their parents. You’ll want to go back again and...
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Sir Stamford Hotel Sydney
An elegant Sydney hotel just steps from the iconic Opera House
The refined luxury of the Sir Stamford Hotel Sydney, in Circular Quay, evokes memories of classical European hotels and contrasts wonderfully with the modern architecture of the nearby Opera House. Despite the impressive collection of fine art, the crystal chandeliers and the Georgian antique furniture, the hotel is...
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The Sebel Pier One
Luxurious waterfront accommodation in the shadow of Sydney's Harbour Bridge
Nestled at the foot of Sydney's famous Harbour Bridge, the luxurious Sebel Pier One hotel features a variety of chic rooms and suites, many with views of the surrounding harbour. Just a five-minute walk from The Rocks – a historic area of the city filled with cobblestone laneways, markets, bars and restaurants –...
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Four Seasons Sydney
A stylish, luxurious option overlooking Sydney harbour
From its harbourside location, the Four Seasons Sydney hotel towers above Circular Quay, boasting panoramic views of the Opera House and Port Jackson, while also providing the perfect launchpad for exploring the city. There’s a luxurious range of well-appointed rooms and suites, with connecting rooms also available...
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Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific
A comfortable beachside haven with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean
Located directly opposite the sands of Sydney’s famous Manly Beach, the Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific hotel provides a comfortable base for exploring the city’s Northern Beaches, with the hustle and bustle of Circular Quay just a picturesque 30-minute ferry ride...
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