The Vincy Overwater Two-Story Villas are set within Sandals’ private cove, with lush rainforest to the rear and clear blue ocean to the front. The butler elite service means you don’t have to lift a finger, while an in-room bar stocked with your favourite tipples ensures you won’t need to venture far from your own sunlounger for refreshments.

This stunning boutique hotel comprises seven interconnecting riads inside Marrakech’s Medina. There are three tranquil courtyards, Noujoum – the uber-cool rooftop bar and restaurant – and just 14 individually designed rooms. Filled with over 300 artworks, it has a creative, slightly bohemian vibe that sets the tone for lazing by one of the three pools or gently steaming in the hammam spa. Dinner at Noujoum focuses on local, sustainable produce.

This vast complex of three distinctive hotels has recently rebranded as a nature resort, offering guided hikes in the hills, yoga in the wild and wildlife photography walks, should you wish to tip yourself off your sunlounger. The aim is to connect guests more deeply with this beautiful corner of Sardinia, while highlighting why it needs to be protected and preserved. There’s also a strong commitment to preserving the local culture, from a Nonna’s Table hands-on cooking experience to shepherd-led cheese-making demos.

If you like to combine poolside lounging with trend-led sounds, this is the resort for you. The Azure Beach Club combines a palm-tree-fringed pool, DJ-led afternoons, handcrafted cocktails and a tempting menu of pan-Asian dishes, all served with gorgeous views of the Med. The hotel’s three restaurants range from Ammos, with its Greek menu, Isola for Italian classics and El Bar De Lola for Andalusian tapas. For those looking to offset all of this indulgence with a bit of self-care, the hotel’s wellness offerings include a state-of-the-art gym, running clubs and sunrise yoga.

Paros in the Cyclades is a Greek island for the discerning traveller (including Tom Hanks and Matthew McConaughey, no less). This new hotel opens this summer and is the epitome of laid-back luxury. Calm, neutral interiors flow seamlessly into stylish outdoor spaces, where rough and smooth textures emphasise the natural setting. Set in the idyllic fishing village of Naousa, with its cobbled streets and whitewashed homes, the hotel is a stone’s throw from charming tavernas and upbeat bars, with neighbouring villages a short walk or boat ride away.

Recently refurbished at a cost of €12 million, this five-star resort in The Algarve is set within palm-tree-laden gardens at the edge of the beach. Particular pride is taken in its five distinctive restaurants, especially the Balcão de Tasca da Memória, where traditional Portugese dishes are given a thoroughly modern makeover.
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