Discover our winter breaks
From shopping on the snowy streets of New York to skiing in the Alps and chasing the northern lights, your next winter break should bring something special. Swap the rain and wind at home for beachfront resorts overlooking the Indian Ocean, and boutique hotels with infinity pools. To find your perfect place for a winter escape, our Travel Specialists have curated a handpicked collection of the most relaxing, and riveting, winter break ideas, tailored to you.
The best winter getaway ideas
Our experts have carefully selected the most wonderful spots for your next winter holiday. Kick back on the shores of the Caribbean islands, snowmobile across the hills of Finland or join the Walt Disney World Christmas parades in Florida.
Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Platinum Hospitality
Witness the gripping Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale in style with our sister brand, Spectate, the UK’s leading experts in p...
Arctic Treehouse Hotel
Finland
This photogenic property enjoys views out over the Lappish forest that defy belief. The hotel is nestled amongst Arctic ...
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OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI
Maldives
Stay in paradise at this luxury Maldives resort, which combines the effortless beauty of the Indian Ocean with superlati...
7 nights from £5,730 per person
One&Only Cape Town
Cape-town
The One&Only Cape Town is an urban chic waterfront resort with captivating views of Table Mountain and the private Spa I...
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Icehotel
Sweden
When it comes to wintry holidays, there are few destinations as iconic as Sweden’s Icehotel, which ironically offers the...
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The Peninsula New York
New-york
An unmistakeable grand dame of a luxury hotel on Fifth Avenue, right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan and just a few bl...
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JA Palm Tree Court
Dubai
JA Palm Tree Court is a luxurious option for couples and families seeking some of Dubai's most spacious and luxurious ac...
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Constance Belle Mare Plage
Mauritius
Mauritius' undulating landscape makes it an ideal place for championship golf. With two 18-hole courses of its own, this...
7 nights from £1,841 per person
Petit St. Vincent
St Vincent-the-grenadines
Dreaming of being whisked away from calls, screens and constant news? Set on a breathtaking 115-acre private island in t...
7 nights from £5,286 per person
Six Senses Zighy Bay
Oman
A popular choice with our most discerning clients, this beachside resort offers all-villa accommodation with ensuite poo...
7 nights from £2,902 per person
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Riviera-maya
Unearth the exotic charm of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula with a stay at this exquisite, luxury hotel on the Riviera Maya s...
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Your tailor-made luxury winter break
When planning your next winter break, we know that you’re the star of the show. So, we take the time to really get to know you to ensure every detail aligns with your idea of the perfect winter break.
When you plan your winter escape with us, we'll:
- Use our expertise to create a bespoke winter break that's unique to you, and reflects your interests, be it snowshoeing, Christmas shopping or lapping up some winter sun
- Share our knowledge and insights to make personal recommendations you'll love, whether you’re seeking the best ski chalets in Europe, or the prettiest beaches to spend Christmas morning
- Make the most of our close contacts to arrange special winter experiences, such as dog sledding in Lapland, browsing Dubai’s Christmas markets or enjoying world-class cuisine in the Maldives
With the help of your own Travel Specialist, you'll be able to create a personalised luxury winter break package, with concierge assistance on-hand to make sure every box is ticked.
Nikhil
Travel Specialist
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Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection
Escape to this luxury adults-only beachfront resort in charming Chania
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Bahia Del Duque Resort
Escape this Christmas to sunny Tenerife at this luxury beachfront resort
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Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Spend your holiday at this exquisite resort in the Maldives and experience true luxury at its finest
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Constance Belle Mare Plage
Enjoy relaxing at this luxurious resort located on a stunning Mauritian beach
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Atlantis, The Palm
Enjoy a fun-filled February half term at this spectacular resort in Dubai
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COMO Point Yamu
Stay at this stylish resort in Thailand set on a hillside overlooking the Andaman Sea
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- Complimentary lunch or dinner twice during stay
- Complimentary 60 minutes massage per person per stay
- Complimentary 60 minutes massage per person per stay
Mandarin Oriental, Canouan
Enjoy a winter escape to this ultra-luxurious hotel on the secluded Caribbean island of Canouan
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O2 Beach Club & Spa
This winter, escape to Barbados with Aer Lingus from Manchester and enjoy half price savings
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Pimalai Resort and Spa
Escape to a secluded paradise at this luscious resort in Thailand
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The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi
Enjoy a tranquil break to this luxurious resort in Langkawi
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Constance Halaveli
Enjoy a getaway to this beautiful resort in the Maldives
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Luxury winter city breaks
From a romantic winter getaway in Paris to a glamorous weekend away in New York, these luxury hotels and resorts offer exquisite service in stunning settings, bringing you your best weekend yet.
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Marrakech
This Morocco resort is an enclave of luxury just ten minutes drive from the historic Marrakech Medina. Enjoy a sumptuous...
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Retreat Hotel
Golden-circle
There can be few hotels more spectacularly located than this one. The Retreat Hotel sits proudly on the edge of the geot...
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Hotel Savoy, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Florence
Sublimely located at the heart of Florence, with its Repubblica Suite actually looking out onto the famous piazza, Hotel...
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The Peninsula New York
New-york
An unmistakeable grand dame of a luxury hotel on Fifth Avenue, right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan and just a few bl...
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Hotel De Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Rome-and-surrounding-area
This luxury Rome hotel is the epitome of Italian elegance. With a fantastic central location, guests will be thrilled by...
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Palace Downtown
Dubai
You’re right in the centre of the action at the Palace Downtown, a luxury Dubai hotel that’s designed in an authentic Mi...
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Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice
Venice
Set apart from the bustle of mainland Venice, the Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice oozes 19th century Venetian charm. W...
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One&Only Cape Town
Cape-town
The One&Only Cape Town is an urban chic waterfront resort with captivating views of Table Mountain and the private Spa I...
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Le Bristol
France
With two restaurants sharing four Michelin-stars between them, a stay at Le Bristol is a culinary delight. A sublime roo...
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Rosewood Washington, D.C.
Washington-dc
Infinitely fashionable, family-friendly and enjoying views over the Kennedy Centre from its uber-cool rooftop bar, the R...
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All-inclusive winter getaways
You don’t have to lift a finger this winter with an all-inclusive escape. Enjoy morning yoga gazing out to the sea, sunset cocktails, luxury villas with infinity pools and gourmet menus – an indulgent itinerary that we can help you get right, first time.
LUX* South Ari Atoll
Maldives
Some 4km of unspoilt beaches ring this delightfully expansive island, which charms its visitors with a combination of ex...
7 nights from £2,501 per person
JA Palm Tree Court
Dubai
JA Palm Tree Court is a luxurious option for couples and families seeking some of Dubai's most spacious and luxurious ac...
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O2 Beach Club & Spa
Barbados
Escape to one of the best all-inclusive resorts Barbados has to offer – O2 Beach Club & Spa – and discover unadulterated...
7 nights from £2,573 per person
StolenTime by Rendezvous
St Lucia
Introduce your body to your mind at StolenTime Rendezvous – an all-inclusive, adults-only boutique wellness retreat whic...
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OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI
Maldives
Stay in paradise at this luxury Maldives resort, which combines the effortless beauty of the Indian Ocean with superlati...
7 nights from £5,730 per person
Constance Belle Mare Plage
Mauritius
Mauritius' undulating landscape makes it an ideal place for championship golf. With two 18-hole courses of its own, this...
7 nights from £1,841 per person
Galley Bay Resort & Spa Antigua
Antigua
Spectacular seclusion and unpretentious luxury come as standard at Galley Bay Antigua. Voted one of the ‘top 100 resorts...
7 nights from £2,734 per person
Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort
Mauritius
An elegant colonial-style, beachfront hotel situated on the south coast at Bel Ombre, this resort has incredible options...
7 nights from £1,751 per person
Jumby Bay Island
Antigua
Jumby Bay Island is a fabulous all-inclusive luxury retreat set on its own 300-acre private island, two miles off the co...
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Riviera-maya
Unearth the exotic charm of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula with a stay at this exquisite, luxury hotel on the Riviera Maya s...
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Winter retreats
Escape to the quiet of Thailand’s tropical gardens for a spa retreat, a lavish overwater villa in the Maldives, or a cosy chocolate-box chalet in the Swiss Alps.
Petit St. Vincent
St Vincent-the-grenadines
Dreaming of being whisked away from calls, screens and constant news? Set on a breathtaking 115-acre private island in t...
7 nights from £5,286 per person
Arctic Treehouse Hotel
Finland
This photogenic property enjoys views out over the Lappish forest that defy belief. The hotel is nestled amongst Arctic ...
Please contact one of our travel specialists
Six Senses Zighy Bay
Oman
A popular choice with our most discerning clients, this beachside resort offers all-villa accommodation with ensuite poo...
7 nights from £2,902 per person
Icehotel
Sweden
When it comes to wintry holidays, there are few destinations as iconic as Sweden’s Icehotel, which ironically offers the...
Please contact one of our travel specialists
Secret Bay
Dominica
Secret Bay is a perfect haven nestled on Secret Beach on the Northwest coast of Dominica. Offering exclusive treetop bun...
7 nights from £4,287 per person
Kamalaya
Koh-samui
The understated, stylish architecture of this luxury wellness and spa resort centres on The Monk's Cave, traditionally u...
7 nights from £1,332 per person
Fogo Island Inn
Newfoundland
The futuristic and bold architecture of Fogo Island Inn is almost as dramatic and breath-taking as its location. Set on ...
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Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Oman
Situated just outside Muscat, Oman’s capital city, this Ritz-Carlton hotel is set in a peaceful bay overlooking the Sea ...
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North Island
Seychelles
The captivating natural beauty of this private island is completely unspoilt by the exceptional, low-impact resort that ...
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Necker Island
British Virgin-islands
Considered by many to be the most exclusive Caribbean holiday destination, this private island playground attracts an ar...
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