The winter travel season is a great time to bag your dream getaway to faraway destinations for more affordable pricess! after travel coming to a standstill for a couple of years. Everyone deseverves to tick their bucket list destinations off so let’s take a look at the best destinations for a long haul holiday in winter…
Top long haul destinations for winter:
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is a land of luxury! This twinkling gem in the Caribbean has everything from spectacular, serene beaches to buzzing nightlife, making it one of our best-selling destinations for the winter months. If you’ve been itching to switch off and wind down in paradise, the Dominican will certainly satisfy your holiday craving.
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Top family hotel in the Dominican Republic – Royalton Splash, Punta Cana
Families will have a holiday to remember in this gorgeous, lively hotel near beautiful Bavaro Beach. It has three pools (two of which have swim-up bars and one specialising in scuba lessons!), four restaurants, 11 bars and its very own water park! It’s the perfect spot for an All Inclusive holiday that has plenty of relaxation for the adults and endless fun for the kids.

Top adults-only hotel in the Dominican Republic – Riu Republica, Punta Cana
Want to escape to total tranquility in an adults-only resort? This radiant Riu hotel on the Arena Gorda beach is a little slice of heaven. It’s super stylish, with nine diverse restaurants and an impressive eight swimming pools. You’ll be able to enjoy an exotic cocktail or two alongside a delicious bite to eat at the beach bar barbeque. Total holiday bliss!

Mexico
Mexico is a country just bursting with character. It has mouth-watering cuisine, white sandy beaches and adventurous excursions galore. There’s no surprise so many people are snapping up holidays to Mexico now we’re allowed to travel there again! With so much culture to discover and sizzling weather all year round, it’s one of our very favourite tropical destinations.
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Top family hotel in Mexico – Bahia Principe Grand Coba, Riviera Maya
Family hotels don’t come much more fun and fabulous than this one! The Bahia Principe Grand Coba has everything you need for an action-packed trip that still allows plenty of time to chill out. Its two unique, lake-style pools, six restaurants and private beach mean you’ll never be bored or go hungry! There’s plenty of live entertainment and a water park to keep the kids busy for hours.

Top adults-only hotel in Mexico – TUI Blue El Dorado Seaside Suites, Riviera Maya
TUI Blue hotels can do no wrong in our eyes! This absolute gem on the shimmering Riviera Maya coastline offers endless tranquility and total holiday indulgence in swanky, laid-back surroundings. There are five pools to cool down in and a spa with an impressive 16 relaxation zones! You can try out several bars and restaurants, and enjoy the most stunning beach-side areas perfect for topping up your tan with a cocktail in hand.

Jamaica
Jamaica is brimming with colour and vibrance, from its fruity rum cocktails and bright blue waters to fabulously friendly locals and signature reggae beats. We love sending happy passengers to Jamaica as there’s so much to do and see, as well as idyllic places to simply do nothing but laze in the sun! You can expect nothing but delicious food, sizzling weather and good times that roll on for days in this captivating Caribbean isle.
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Top family hotel in Jamaica – Riu Ochos Rios, Ochos Rios
This heavenly hotel is sandwiched between a pristine, white beach and a backdrop of luscious rainforest. The scenery sells it to us before we’ve even got to the amazing amenities and fabulous food! It has two spacious pools, a paddling area for the kids and a gorgeous sun terrace complete with two poolside bars. All this is just a 10-minute drive away from the town centre if you fancy exploring, but even if you don’t, you’ll never be bored at Riu Ochos Rios!

Top adults-only hotel in Jamaica – Riu Reggae, Montego Bay
The clue is in the name with Riu Reggae! Expect mellow music, enticing cuisine, creative cocktails and plenty of fun in the sun. It’s a 5-star, All Inclusive, adults-only hotel, so you can expect unwavering top service and stylish surroundings. There’s plenty to do on the island, or you can spend your days simply dipping in and out of infinity pools, unwinding in a luxurious spa or being wowed by live shows and music, all in the comfort of your hotel!

Florida
Want a jam-packed holiday that’s fun, adventurous and hot hot hot?! Head to fabulous Florida. It’s famous for having the best theme parks and water parks on the globe, as well as miles of breath-taking beaches and delicious, super-sized food. There’s never a dull moment on the Sunshine State, making it one of our most popular long-haul destinations of all.
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Top family hotel in Florida – Coco Key Hotel and Waterpark – International Drive
If you’re visiting Florida as a family, the likelihood is that you’re going to be VERY excited to venture through world famous theme parks and fun-filled water parks! One of the great things about this hotel is that it’s within easy reach of Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando. What’s more, it has its own huge water park with 14 slides! There’s a tiki bar perfect for parents and a range of eateries to refuel in. Family holiday perfection!

Top adults-only hotel in Florida – Glenbrook Villas – Clermont, Davenport and Haines
Don’t be fooled into thinking Florida is exclusively for families – it makes a GREAT adult-only destination as well! We’d recommend staying at the gorgeous Glenbrook Villas, aptly located just a 10-minute drive away from Disney World. You’ll live a life of luxury in your villa, with a private pool, full-sized American kitchen, open plan dining area and spacious bedrooms. These villas are the perfect place to put your feet up after an exciting day exploring Orlando!

Thailand
The golden beaches and lush jungles of Thailand make it one of our absolute favourite long-haul destinations. This vibrant country is brimming with luxurious resorts, buzzing night markets and ancient temples surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the possibilities are endless when it comes to things to do in Thailand. You can snorkel among coral reefs, trek through misty mountains, visit elephant sanctuaries, learn to cook authentic Thai dishes or simply unwind on a paradise island with a cocktail in hand. Whatever your travel style, Thailand promises an unforgettable adventure.
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Top family hotel in Thailand – Phuket Emerald Beach Resort
Want a holiday packed with tropical views, lazy pool dips, sizzling sunshine and a kids’ club that lets you have a moment of peace? The Phuket Emerald Beach Resort ticks all the boxes! Nestled just across the road from the soft sands of Karon Beach, this resort blends modern comfort with family-friendly fun for an unforgettable winter long haul holiday.

Top adults-only hotel in Thailand – BlueSotel SMART Krabi Aonang Beach
With a huge focus on rest, romance and roof-top views, the BlueSotel SMART Krabi Aonang Beach – Adults Only has got you covered. Located in Ao Nang, this stylish retreat blends chic design with serenity, making it ideal for a couples’ escape or those wanting a peaceful break. Just lay back, lap up the sunshine and enjoy the swim up bars!

Our package holidays are booking up for these lavish locations, and it’s not hard to see why! Fancy yourself a long-haul getaway? Take a look at our long haul holidays and treat yourself to the ultimate post-lockdown pampering.
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