Luxury beach holidays
Introduction
After years scouring the world for the finest luxury sunscapes, many of our specialists have their own favourite beach hideaways. They're a mix of destinations for those that love the classic, and those that love the curious - from Búzios in Brazil, the barely-touched islands of Con Dao in Vietnam, a European boutique bolthole, the classic seascapes of New England's Cape Cod or the desert-backed beaches of Oman, our experts are able to craft a custom itinerary just for you, as well as help you combine a beach break with other activities, be it a city stop, safari or cultural breakaway.
At many luxury beachfront hotels, we’re able to negotiate savings and additional benefits like complimentary upgrades or extra nights - and that's one more reason to tailor-make your coastal trip with us. Ask your specialist about our latest offers.
Popular destinations for Beach holidays
With more than 7,500 kilometres of coast, India has a beach to suit every traveller, in nearly every region. Enjoy a lively resort with plenty of activities, or find your own secluded stretch of white sand.
The Indian Ocean islands including the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles boast some exeptional, exclusive, luxury beach holiday options, where service and style are as exquisite as the sands the beach resorts stand on, making them ideal escapes and honeymoon destinations.
The Caribbean is famous for its beaches and there are exceptional luxury beach holidays in the Caribbean to be had on almost every island.
India has almost 5,000 miles of coastline and boasts some world class beaches, whilst the islands offshore and stretches of Sri Lanka also have some exquisite places to relax and unwind.
Although not especially known for its beach holidays, South America still has some excellent places to kick back and relax, especially in Brazil and Peru, where you can also pair beach holidays with wildlife holidays, culture and history trips and stunning city breaks.
There are some exceptional beaches in North America with states on both the east and west coast of the USA boasting some exceptional stretches of sand, with services and amenities to match.
The Middle East has a number of exclusive beaches that compete with the luxury hotels' swimming pools for your attention, especially in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Oman.
The islands of the Indian Ocean are famous for their facilities and high standard of service, set against a stunning backdrop of beaches and ocean that's virtually unparalled elsewhere.
With so many seas and long stretches of coast, Europe inevitably has some brilliant beaches, especially in Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Spain and Turkey. Combine a beach holiday here with a city break or excursion to really get to know a place though.
There are some superb beaches in Central America, particularly in Belize, Costa Rica and Mexico, where you can also pair your beach holiday with a wildlife holiday or excursion to see Mayan ruins.
Asia has hundreds of exceptional stretches of sand. Thailand beaches are justifiably popular and Indonesia is a perennial favourite, but whether you travel to India, Malaysia, Philippines or Vietnam, you'll be spoilt for choice.
There are countless great beaches in Australasia and the Pacific, with superb sections of coastline in Australia, New Zealand and throughout the Pacific Islands, with the Cook Islands, French Polynesia and Fiji starring.
From snorkelling Queensland's Great Barrier Reef to sunset camel rides on the shore of Western Australia's Cable Beach, there are countless of ways to enjoy Australia's world-class beaches. There's even plenty of private-island offerings.
Our top itineraries for Beach holidays
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Free car hire
Free car hire – Save up to £75pp
Book by: 31 January 2020
Explore the delights of northern Spain, from its sandy beaches to its charming medieval towns. Stay in historic paradors and taste authentic Spanish food and wine as you uncover the secrets of Basque Country on a no-fly self-drive.
This itinerary features a collection of ultra-luxurious lodges on Sydney's doorstep, from the majestic Blue Mountains to the turquoise waters of Lord Howe Island. Included gourmet dining and activities make the most of your unforgettable surroundings.
Enjoy a short self-drive itinerary to the white sand beaches of Jervis Bay, just a couple of hours south of Sydney. View wild bottlenose dolphins on a guided cruise and stay in a luxury tent among the gum trees and paperbarks.
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Early Bird Offer – Save up to £1,200pp
Book by: 13 February 2020
Experience the highlights of southeast Asia's electric cities and white sand beaches on this tailor-made journey from Thailand to Malaysia. You'll enjoy world-class food and free-flowing drinks on one of the world's most luxurious trains before spending five days in tropical paradise.
Top offers for Beach holidays
offer
Free car hire
Free car hire – Save up to £75pp
Book by: 31 January 2020
Explore the delights of northern Spain, from its sandy beaches to its charming medieval towns. Stay in historic paradors and taste authentic Spanish food and wine as you uncover the secrets of Basque Country on a no-fly self-drive.
offer
Early Bird Offer – Save up to £1,200pp
Book by: 13 February 2020
Experience the highlights of southeast Asia's electric cities and white sand beaches on this tailor-made journey from Thailand to Malaysia. You'll enjoy world-class food and free-flowing drinks on one of the world's most luxurious trains before spending five days in tropical paradise.
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Tailor-made stay & river cruise offer
Book by: 29 February 2020
Indulge in the very best of Egypt with Ritz-Carlton and Oberoi, combining a luxury Nile river cruise with 5-star stays in Cairo and on the Red Sea coast at Sahl Hasheesh
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January sale offer for selected travel dates – Save up to £500pp
Book by: 31 January 2020
This luxury holiday, staying at two spectacular Anantara resorts, combines the breathtaking beauty of Oman’s mountainous interior with the gold-sands beauty of its coast.