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Ah, luxury... Fine dining and flash cars, stuffy waiters in stuffed shirts, people craning to see who’s who and what they’re wearing. Yawn. Our idea of luxury doesn’t care how you dress for dinner. It goes barefoot, because life’s a beach. Above all, it wants what you want. If your idea of a good time is wideopen spaces and holiday snaps that look like National Geographic, that’s fine with us. If you’d rather have your own infinity pool and the world’s best back rub, we can do that too. We created Wonderlist for people who appreciate the finer things, but measure their wealth in memories. Through handpicked collections, we’ve brought together a range of experiences that’s all but unbeatable for the fun you’ll have and the stories you’ll tell. Just push the boat out and ride the wave… It’s a wonderful world. Let’s get out there.
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INTRODUCTION
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rom the moment you set your heart on a Wonderlist experience, you’ll be placed in the hands of your very own Wonderlister. In the world of holiday planning these guys and girls are virtuosos, and their sole focus
is on providing a glitch-free and glorious experience that will go straight into your happy memories hall of fame. Once you’ve been introduced to your personal Wonderlister, you’ll have a direct-dial number to make planning a snap. Your Wonderlister will come to know the details of your upcoming adventure/honeymoon/retirement blowout as intimately as you. Through conversations, you’ll refine your Wonderlist experience together and, being the craftsmen and women they are, your Wonderlister will make suggestions to tailor the trip to how you like to travel and relax. Glamour guru, relaxation expert, indulgence ninja, Susan – however you come to think of your Wonderlister, they’ll work tirelessly to make sure you have the holiday of a lifetime. After all, it’s not just the destinations that put the wonder in Wonderlist.
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At Virgin Holidays we understand that there’s no point in crafting blissfully awesome holidays if we leave you hanging on the day of departure, juggling luggage and terminal tailbacks until you arrive at the airport with steam coming out of your ears.
UK TRANSFERS
As part of all our Wonderlist experiences, your personal Wonderlister will happily quote for and organise an immaculate motor to whisk you in chauffeur-driven serenity to the airport.
RESORT TRANSFERS
No matter which Wonderlist experience you choose, you’ll be greeted on arrival and spirited away to your hotel or resort by private car – or plane/boat/jetpack as your destination requires.
UK AIRPORT LOUNGES
We believe in starting once-in-a-lifetime holidays on the right foot (preferably propped up next to the left foot in a private airport lounge).
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The v-rooms are stylish private lounges that belong to us, and they’re just for you. Food, drinks, WiFi, papers, stuff for the kids – you want it, you got it. Everything except alcohol is free. You can forget long queues, too – we’ll whisk you through Gatwick’s check-in and security like you own the place.
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Depart from Heathrow and you’ll be made wonderfully welcome at the No. 1 Traveller lounge. There’s a complimentary buffet and drinks from the bar, including wine, beer and spirits.
No.1 Traveller Virgin Atlanticlounge Clubhouse Heathrow at Heathrow
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Like every other element of your adventure with us, your flight will be something to savour: yet another stage in the seamless continuum of comfort that is Wonderlist. And wherever your experience takes you, we’ve ensured you’ll fly with the very best carrier on that route – starting, whenever possible, with Virgin Atlantic. Justly famous for creating memorable journeys, they make it their mission to provide excellent experiences and friendly (not to mention award-winning) service in every cabin class.
PREMIUM ECONOMY
Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy makes flying more enjoyable than you thought possible. Start your journey in style with dedicated check-in, priority boarding, and a pre-flight glass of bubbly. On board there’s space to relax, as your wide leather seat has a comfortable headrest, footrest, and a pitch of 38" (over 96 cm). Choose from three delicious meals, all served on china with stainless steel cutlery and linen. When you land, you’re one of the first off the aircraft, and so are your bags.
UPPER CLASS
Spoil yourself by letting us spoil you. Unwind before you board in the incredible Clubhouse. Stretch your legs at the onboard bar. Then enjoy an imaginatively designed V I R G I N AT L A N T I C
range of hot and cold dishes, desserts and fine wines – including cheese and port to finish your meal perfectly. Your seat comes with laptop power and onboard WiFi to help you stay connected. And when you’re ready, your suite easily transforms into a spacious fully flat bed. Change into your Upper Class sleep suit, settle under the soft duvet and enjoy refreshing, undisturbed sleep. THE CLUBHOUSE¹
Begin your Upper Class experience before you even step on the plane, in the beautifully designed Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. With an impressive food and drink menu, fantastic facilities and a welcoming atmosphere, the Clubhouse feels like a private members’ club – with service to match. You’ll leave feeling completely refreshed and ready for your journey.
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When we set out to create Wonderlist, we decided that nothing was more important than giving you the most amazing, life-changing journeys. So where Virgin Atlantic doesn’t connect with an unmissable resort or unforgettable experience, we haven’t compromised. Instead, we’ve sought out and secured premium passage with the very best airline partners on those routes.
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EVA Air has a special place in our hearts for being the only airline that has several of its planes kitted out in Hello Kitty livery. Pretty cute – but that’s not why you’ll be happy to fly non-stop from London Heathrow (T2) to Bangkok with Taiwan’s second-largest airline. Even if you don’t plump for the as-special-as-it-sounds Royal Laurel Class, EVA Air has pulled out all the stops to ensure a comfortable flight, with thoughtful touches in Economy like memory-foam cushions and fully adjustable headrests to prevent the classic snoozing head roll that can so easily spoil your kip.
Air Canada is Canada’s largest scheduled airline, operating non-stop flights from Heathrow. Choose Premium Economy class and enjoy priority check-in and boarding, plus additional baggage allowance. Once on board, you’ll be able to stretch out in a dedicated cabin whose super-comfortable seats have extra legroom and more recline. Alternatively, select International Business Class and luxuriate in a seat that reclines into a fully flat bed at the touch of a button.
Qatar Airways is an award-winning airline, operating flights to over 100 destinations via Doha across the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Passengers will experience the airline’s signature five-star service and the warmth and grace of Middle Eastern hospitality, while enjoying spacious seats and generous legroom in Economy, Business and First Class.
Your memorable Delta One experience begins with expedited security, priority boarding
Singapore Airlines prides itself on maintaining one of the youngest (read: most state-of-
and priority baggage claim via the Virgin Atlantic Upper Class Wing and Private
the-art) fleets in the world. So much so that it was the first in line to fly Airbus’s double-
Security Channel at London Heathrow. Once on board, enjoy personal on-demand
decker A380. Naturally, then, a flight with Singapore Airlines means spine-melting
entertainment, multi-course menus designed by renowned chefs, and a TUMI amenity
comfort, cutting edge in-seat entertainment and impressive amounts of personal
kit featuring grooming products from MALIN+GOETZ. And when it’s time to rest, stretch
space, whichever class you choose. There’s also award-winning service to make the
out on your very own 180° flat-bed seat with a full-size pillow and duvet from Westin
miles and minutes fly by.
Heavenly® In-Flight Bedding.
Rightly famed for its award-winning cabin staff, Thai Airways will make you feel special Etihad Airways has won a range of awards, including being named ‘World’s Leading
regardless of whether you fly in Royal First Class, Royal Silk Class or Economy Class.
Airline’ for five years running. In Business Class, each seat offers you a 6'1" fully flat bed
Expect state-of-the-art entertainment, mouth-watering meals and attentive service.
with direct aisle access. You can dine when you want with their à la carte or ‘Kitchen
And convenience, too: Thai Airways now operates two flights a day between London
Anytime’ service, offering a five-star dining experience including fine wines. Even
Heathrow (T2) and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, plus connecting flights to smaller islands
better, select First Class and ‘move in’ to your own suite with a perfectly flat, extra-wide
and over 70 cities on four continents.
6'8" bed, widescreen TV and personal mini bar. The cherry on this cake: sliding doors for complete privacy.
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See superheroes in the flesh in Florida or visit them at home in New York City. Whatever you choose, in your family’s eyes you’ll be Captain Amazing Holiday.
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Give your family a magical experience with two weeks to explore Walt Disney World Resort’s six jaw-dropping parks
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ant to know how easy it is to become a superhero? You don’t need radioactive isotopes, cosmic rays or mutant genes – just strike your best power pose and say to your kids, “We’re going to Walt Disney World… For two. Whole. Weeks!”
and watch their eyes light up. With a fortnight at your disposal you have plenty of time to explore Walt Disney World Resort’s six incredible theme parks and find your favourite rides, attractions and shows, while your 14-day tickets mean you have unrestricted access to everything. Want to start the day at Epcot, get wet at Typhoon Lagoon Water Park after lunch and end the day watching fireworks at Cinderella’s Castle? Go for it. And you really can go for it. We’ve picked three of our favourite resorts – bedrooms overlooking a safari park, anyone? You’ll be Deluxe Disney Guests, so you’ll also get unlimited free transfers between parks by monorail, bus, boat and Buzz Lightyear jetpack (okay, not the last one). You’ll have MagicBands, too, so you can charge food and gifts to your room, plus – our personal favourite – special early access to parks so you can get the biggest rides in before the crowds arrive. There really is nothing to stand between you and the most magical family holiday ever.
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has a horseshoe-curved design that provides spectacular views of four lush savannahs, spread over 43 acres and home to some 200 zebra, gazelle, and other animals and birds. Choose to stay in either: Savanna Room with Bunk Bed Well, the carved, hardwood bunk-bed in this spacious family room is really meant for the kids, but there’s nothing to say Mum and Dad can’t call first dibs. Something you’ll all agree on, at least, is just how spectacular the view is from your balcony as African wildlife grazes on the savannah below. Kidani Villa Since you’re doing Disney right, why not give your family a super-spacious villa base at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge? With one or two bedrooms, dining and sitting areas plus a kitchen, you can really stretch out and feel at home between sorties into Walt Disney All images ©Disney
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World Resort’s six parks. RESORT
There’s a relaxed New England elegance to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and its nautically
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
themed rooms and suites that makes it a wonderfully rejuvenating base during two weeks of high adventure. Not that you’re ever far from the action: it’s just a short walk to Epcot and a brief boat ride from Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and there’s loads of fun to be had even closer to home with Stormalong Bay – a three-acre water park complete with a water slide, lazy river ride and whirlpool spas.
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Just one monorail stop away from the Magic Kingdom Park (making it a perfect place from which to watch fireworks fizz and bloom over Cinderella’s Castle), this lavish resort recreates Palm Beach’s golden era with its spectacular lobby soundtracked by a live ragtime band, fine dining, and sophisticated Victorian-inspired rooms and suites. While the Grand Floridian makes an elegant base for your Disney experience, it has entertainment for every member of the family – from Pirate Adventure Cruises to movies under the stars.
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Treat the kids (and yourselves) to a luxurious beach holiday where everyone has the time of their lives
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elaxation means different things to different
Xbox room, outdoor areas and toys galore. There’s even a movie
people. While Mum and Dad need nothing more
theatre with snack stand just for the kids.
than a pristine patch of warm, white sand, an
umbrella drink and a fully loaded Kindle, seven-year-old Holly
Carlisle Bay is a luxurious haven located on Antigua’s south
craves constant entertainment and playmates. Fourteen-
coast, framed by lush green rainforest, soft white sands and
year-old Sam, meanwhile, wants independence and new
breathtaking turquoise waters. On arrival in Antigua you’ll be
experiences. Finding the perfect holiday for everyone may
met by Carlisle Bay staff who will fast-track you through the
sound like an impossible task, but ‘impossible’ is just how
formalities, transfer you by luxury car, and deposit you at their
Wonderlisters warm up for the day. We’ve curated a trio of
pristine bay. Then it’s time for a week of perfect relaxation, fine
luxurious Caribbean getaways with experiences that will delight
family dining and the opportunity to luxuriate together in a
everyone, from pampered check-in to countless little touches
suite with direct access to the beach.
designed to thrill, entertain and relax. Zero compromise. Half Moon Villas in Jamaica have been a cherished Caribbean
Total indulgence.
bolthole of movie stars and royalty alike for over 50 years. This The magnificent Moon Palace Resort in Mexico understands
uniquely luxurious cottage colony prides itself on its wonderful
that for the grown-ups to have the holiday of their dreams,
welcome, attentive service and family-friendly vibe – all to
the kids need to have the time of their lives. Moon Palace’s
ensure you have a holiday to remember. Whatever you do, don’t
Playroom kids’ club is a metric ton of fun and entertains its
forget to visit Dolphin Lagoon, where you can come face to face
very special guests (aged four to 12) all the way from 8am to
with these incredible creatures, making memories that will stay
10pm each day. There’s a fashion room complete with runway,
with your family forever.
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Guided by friendly and engaging staff, your junior VIPs have a dizzying array of indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy. Teens will love the beach soccer, pool volleyball and FlowRider – an amazing two-lane surfing simulator where you carve turns or bodyboard on endless waves. And for the grown-ups? Whether you indulge in a Chaya Sun Soothing Wrap, linger over lunch at Palpata Fragata, or gather the tribe for a spectacular scuba dive before drying off on the warm sands, you’ll feel free to relax knowing that everyone is having an unforgettable time. With your accommodation at Moon Palace, everyone gets exactly what they want. The Family Connections Suite is comprised of two connecting rooms, one with a king-size bed, whirlpool tub, a balcony with a chaise longue, and (best of all) plenty of privacy. The kids, meanwhile, get two double beds, an Xbox 360, DVD player, children’s mini bar and special room service menu. Half Moon Villas
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The utterly charming VILPS (Very Important Little Person Service) gives younger guests a welcome drink, special gift and a personal introduction to the resort’s friendly and experienced childcare staff. Pretty soon they’ll make a daily beeline to Anancy Children’s Village – a colourful recreation of a Caribbean village dotted with shaded play areas, a wading pool, arts and crafts huts and loads of other guided activities. Older kids will seek out the Hype Zone with its games room and club nights. Wonderlist guests stay in a villa at Half Moon, where you don’t just get a luxurious, tropical pad for four to six people, complete with private swimming pool – you get the services of a personal cook, butler and housekeeper whose job it is to ensure you and your family are pampered beyond belief.
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At Carlisle Bay, adults will love the world-class Blue Spa, sunset drinks on the romantic jetty and deliberating over the choice of restaurants for dinner. The complimentary kids’ club (6 months-6 years) has its own pool and jungle gym and loads of creative Caribbean activities such as crab racing and turtle watching. Older kids will happily while away the hours with lizard hunting and treasure hunts, watch movies in the resort’s air-conditioned screening room, and hit the Blue Spa for its special teen menu. But you don’t go on holiday to spend all your time apart, and with complimentary sailing, snorkelling and other watersports, the whole family can share incredible experiences together. The very special Beach Suites are modern, light and wonderfully airy, with an open-plan living and sleeping area. There’s an additional separate bedroom, large bathroom and a spacious balcony or terrace that leads straight onto the sand – the perfect spot to kick back and keep an eye on the kids as they play in the clear blue Caribbean Sea. Opt for one of the two Carlisle Suites, and you’ll enjoy the largest accommodations at Carlisle Bay. Three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms sleep six in pampered comfort, and both suites feature a large sitting room and kitchen, and a spacious balcony or terrace. Whichever you choose, you’ll enjoy mesmerising views, just steps from the water’s edge.
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Take your family to devour the Big Apple, pips and all
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eep in our souls we’re all citizens of New York.
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It’s a feeling sparked the moment we first see a wide-
amazing exhibits. The American Museum of Natural History
angle shot of that iconic skyline in a movie, and it
is another recognisable stop, and Central Park can occupy
grows with every cinematic love letter to the five boroughs that
you for days on end. In summer, have the hotel pack you a
we see. So whether your personal touchstone is Breakfast at
picnic, use the Whole Foods Market by the southwest entrance
Tiffany’s, Ghostbusters or The Avengers, a visit to Manhattan feels
to the park, or eat take-out from Ballplayers’ House. Then spend
like a blockbuster homecoming, packed with iconic sights and
the day happily strolling through Central Park Zoo, mix with locals
sounds around every corner. Our ultimate family trip to NYC
at the Billy Johnson Playground and ride the iconic carousel. In
makes this living film set a playground for you and your family.
winter, wrapping up in your best thermals for skating on the
You’ll stay in movie-star luxury while every member of your clan
Wollman Rink is essential, and best followed by a walk down
gets to do New York their way, just like Frank. All you have to do is
Fifth Avenue to the Rockefeller tree. Rockefeller Plaza is also the
turn up and hit your mark. Action!
spot to start shopping (don’t miss the LEGO store). Back on Fifth, American Girl Place is the mother of all doll stores – a magical
Rockefeller Center, the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State
place where girls of all ages can customise and style their very
Building are must-see attractions for all ages, but make sure
own pint-sized BFF. And that’s just for starters. Your Wonderlister
you tap into our Wonderlisters’ knowledge for lesser-known
can’t wait to talk about excursions, superhero tours, sports events
family gems such as revolving exhibits at Discovery Times
and unique destination shopping. Everything you need to do NYC
Square or the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Docked at Pier
‘til the wheels come off.
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Standing in a plum spot right on the lower east corner of majestic Central Park, The Plaza is a National Historical Landmark and luxurious New York icon that’s perfectly placed for getting your Big Apple on. You and your kids may know it best as the setting for Disney’s Eloise at the Plaza (‘rawther’ special Eloise-themed birthday parties are very popular) or for its starring role in Home Alone 2. Not that you’ll need to rig any elaborate traps during your stay in your deluxe room, complete with butler service, 24-carat gold finished bathroom, and two queen beds. Kids don’t want to share? We get it. There’s a rollout bed too, so everyone gets their own space.
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The Benjamin has got the unfussy luxury/understated cool thing locked down. It’s located in Midtown within ambling distance of cultural opportunities such as MoMA, Grand Central Terminal and the New York Public Library, and extraordinary shopping on Fifth Avenue is steps away (American Girl Place is just four blocks). Your studio or one bedroom suite with kitchenette has ample room for a family of four to recharge. All the better to make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps. The Benjamin
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NYC, Gotham, Metropolis – whatever you call it, New York is the home and battleground for scores of beloved superheroes and their mwahahahaha-ing nemeses. This exciting walking tour will take you to iconic locations from your favourite movies and comic books as well as secret spots that let you in on fascinating origin stories.
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There’s a good reason why the name Broadway is synonymous around the world with making it BIG in theatre. Virtually every great play, musical and spectacle makes its name here, so can you really afford to come to Manhattan and not see a long-running classic such as The Lion King or the hottest new smash like the wonderful Matilda?
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It doesn’t get much more New York than heading out to Yankee Stadium for a thrilling ballgame, or to Madison Square Garden in Midtown to cheer on the Knicks. Let us book tickets for your family in advance, so all you need to do is soak up the atmosphere and root root root for the home team.
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Recreate that Night at the Museum vibe with a private tour before it opens to the public for the day. We can’t promise Rexy will come to life for a game of fetch but, with your own guide and no crowds thundering around the halls, this is an experience that will stay with you for life.
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Soar above New York Harbor to view all of NYC’s most captivating sights on this truly all-encompassing 20-minute helicopter tour.
Walking superhero tour – the Ghostbusters firehouse
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Embark on a two-week family adventure that’s so packed with Disney magic it can’t be contained on land alone
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ou may tell yourself that this unique Disney odyssey
When the week is done – when you might expect to float off
is mainly for the kids. You may even believe it. But
home wearing mouse ears and humming ‘It’s a Small World’ –
the Magic Kingdom Park isn’t called that for nothing.
this experience is just getting started. You’ll transfer to Port
Wherever you go in Walt Disney World Resort you’ll discover a
Canaveral and board the Disney Fantasy – 130,000 adventurous,
belief in wonder and carefree fun that’s positively irresistible.
elegant tons of seafaring Disney magic – for a seven-night
Children are hardwired to embrace it, and we’re betting the
Caribbean cruise with a stop at Disney Castaway Cay, Disney’s
child in you secretly wants to play again too.
private island paradise.
This two-week twin-centre experience is, in our humble but
Not that you’ll be pacing the deck of the Disney Fantasy
expert opinion, the most magical way to do Walt Disney World.
scanning the horizon for land. The ship is a floating palace
First, you’ll stay for seven nights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
of fun, entertainment and relaxation. Take the AquaDuck,
Lodge, a safari-themed wonder that’s practically a theme
a revolutionary elevated ‘water coaster’ that soars and swoops
park in itself. Its four lush savannahs are home to some 200
around the top of the ship. Or AquaLab, a water playground
gazelle, zebra and other animals and birds. Let’s not forget
that’s designed to soak and draw peals of laughter from
the 11,000-square-foot tropical oasis, campfire activities,
everyone. Or (whisper it) Quiet Cove – a chic, adults-only haven
Pumbaa’s Fun and Games Arcade and authentic African cuisine,
where you can drift and recharge. Once you do, you’ll find so
to name just a few highlights.
much more to enjoy: Broadway-style musical spectaculars; timber-shivering, firework-popping Pirate Nights; Disney
And that’s just your hotel. Head out of Africa and there’s
character meet and greets, and even first-run movies inside the
not one, but six incredible Disney parks to explore. Pick your
Buena Vista Theatre. While you will, eventually, have to return
favourites and bond deeply with your bucket list attractions, or
to dry land, the whole family will be drifting on the memories
spread out the park maps and cherry-pick the very best of all
for years to come.
six. It’s your kingdom now.
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DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE
Perfect for a family of four, this room has either two queen-size beds or one king-size bed plus a sofa/daybed. Whichever one you choose, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re waking each morning in a real safari lodge, what with the carved, hardwood beds, Africa-inspired fabrics, and zebra, giraffes, kudu and other species grazing in the 43 acres of savannah just beyond your private balcony. Yes, really.
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Created for families of three to five, these surprisingly spacious staterooms have an elegant Art Deco swagger to their furnishing and a large porthole through which you can watch the sun kiss the sea. You even get a good-sized lounge area from which to admire the view.
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Offering the same spaciousness and Art Deco design as the Deluxe Oceanview Disney Cruise dining
Stateroom, this option comes with a private veranda complete with sun loungers. Take in the magnificent view from your own outdoor space or close the glass doors and watch the whitecaps from your generous lounge area.
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By far the best way to max out your Disney fun, the 7-day Disney Ultimate Ticket gives you unrestricted access to the four theme parks and two water parks that make up Walt Disney World Resort. Choose to move between parks as and when you feel like it. The ticket includes Disney’s virtual queuing system, FastPass+, enabling you and your family to pre-book your absolute must-do rides and attractions before you even step on the plane. So. Totally. Worth. It.
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s any scientician worth their lab coat knows, Branson’s Third Law of Sublime Holidays states: "The more spectacular an experience is, the more true magic is found in the details." Take this 10-night family adventure in and around
Universal Orlando Resort. What with Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and Wet ‘n Wild Orlando water park as your playgrounds, you might think our Wonderlist work is already done. After all, you’ve got The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to enjoy, plus a choice of extra special Kids’ Suites at hotels in the heart of the action. But you’d be wrong – and delighted about it. Because it just gets better from here… Our Wonderlisters have focused on the details that make the magical utterly magnificent. Specifically, the kind of VIP access that will make the word ‘breezing’ a permanent part of your vocabulary. Prepare to be personally escorted throughout the parks by your very own Universal Orlando expert. You won’t have to wait in line for the parks’ amazing rides and attractions, including The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D. You’ll get backstage passes and reserved seating at shows, plus access to special viewing areas for 100 Years of Movie Memories and Universal’s Superstar Parade. You’ll also enjoy complimentary access to water-taxis around the resort and to the shuttle for Wet ‘n Wild. Finally, we’ll get you into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter before it officially opens to the public for the day. Branson’s Third Law demands nothing less.
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To experience Orlando properly is to embrace pinch-yourself wonder whatever your age or shoe size. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers luxury accommodation within Universal Orlando Resort, in a setting modelled with Vespa-revving fidelity on the seaside town of Portofino in Italy – right down to the cobblestoned waterfront and proud Italian cypress trees. But before we crack open the prosecco and toast your great taste, there’s an extra shot of magic awaiting the younger members of your party at the Portofino Bay. Awash with Minion décor, twin rocket beds and a TV of their own, the Despicable Me Kids’ Suites are every bit as awesome as they sound. And mum and dad? We haven’t forgotten about you – the kids’ room connects to a sanctuary of Italian flair and relaxation for you, so everyone gets exactly what their hearts desire. Despicable Me suite
HARD ROCK HOTEL, KIDS’ SUITE
Effortlessly cool and slap bang in the middle of all the excitement Universal Orlando
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Resort has in store for you and your clan, the Hard Rock Hotel has swagger to spare. And while you and the kids may have musical differences – Hawkwind, Dad? Really? – everyone can get behind ‘dive-in’ movies in the hotel’s palm-lined swimming oasis, the opportunity to borrow classic guitars and amps while you stay, and daily DJ-led mixing sessions. And while this holiday is access all areas, kids and parents get their own symbolic velvet rope in the shape of the Kids’ Suite – offering rock-god-grade connected rooms that let you shut out the world but stick together.
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The normal rules of geography don’t apply to Orlando. Take the tropical oasis of calm that is the Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Sure, technically it’s in Florida – on the grounds of Universal Orlando no less – but the moment you wander along the pristine white sands fringing the hotel’s lagoon while sipping a Mai Tai and admiring imposing carved elephants, you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve fallen through a wormhole into an island paradise. Want to give your kids an extra moment of wide-eyed wow? Then bed down in a Jurassic Park Kids’ Suite. You and your partner will get some welcome privacy in a tropically themed King bedroom, while the kids can bounce around a dino-decorated room of their own. Oh, and there are no Velociraptors under the beds. Guaranteed. We checked. The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
PHOTO CONNECT
You come to Universal Orlando to ride a surging adrenaline wave of glee from gatesopen ‘til the moon rises. Who wouldn’t want photos of that? Thing is, you just know you’re going to be too darn excited to keep getting your camera or phone out – and even if you do, you won’t be in the pictures. And that’s why Photo Connect is a no-brainer for capturing holiday memories. It puts Universal’s army of professional photographers at your disposal at loads of popular rides, attractions and meet-and-greets. You say cheese, they snap, and you get unlimited digital downloads of pro-quality shots that will let you relive your adventure for years to come. Can’t wait that long? Then check out your happy smiles throughout the day with the Amazing Pictures app.
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They’re exotic, wild and hard to tame. But when the conditions are right, even the lesser-spotted teenager will gladly rejoin the pack.
TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
DUBAI
Take your family on an unforgettable Atlantis adventure (no gills required)
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f you’re looking for an epic family holiday to win over even the most jaded teenage heart, look no further. We’re talking about a relentlessly indulgent aquatic-themed resort inspired by the Lost City of Atlantis. One that’s located
off the coast of Dubai on an artificial archipelago shaped like a palm tree. A resort dominated by the Ambassador Lagoon, home to over 65,000 exotic sea creatures. You can snorkel with them or goggle at them from the atmospheric surroundings of the Lost Chambers Aquarium. You can even stay in an Underwater Suite and count fish as you drift off to sleep, dappled by the aquarium’s soft blue glow. Oh, and then there’s Aquaventure, Atlantis’s very own water park, awash with more splashy thrills than you can shake your Speedos at. As guests of Atlantis you and your family get unlimited, complimentary access to the Lost Chambers and Aquaventure, with its 2.3 kilometres of river rapid rides, squealinducing slides and 700-metre private beach. While we’re on the subject of not paying extra for amazing things, kids of all ages get complimentary daily access to their very own entertainment. There’s the Atlantis Kids’ Club for ages 3-12, while for discerning teens there’s Club Rush, a hangout that’s blissfully free of parents and features a dance floor, video games and a mocktail bar. This frees up Mum and Dad to indulge in a unique range of treatments at the ShuiQi Spa, stroll The Avenues with their luxury shops, or have a romantic meal at one of the resort’s 23 restaurants, bars and lounges, including the world famous Nobu, Ronda Locatelli, and Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen.
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A T L A N T I S F A M I LY S U I T E
Given the sheer number of pulse-quickening distractions at Atlantis, you may be tempted to throw your sunnies and a few towels in a bag and not return to your family suite for days. But whenever you do, you’ll appreciate having the space for a family of four to chill and spread out in the generously sized living room and on your private balcony’s sun loungers. Want more luxury? Your suite also gives you daily access to the resort’s Imperial Club lounge – a relaxed, exclusive space where you can prepare for the day over complimentary breakfast, laze under the sun by the Imperial Club’s beach, sample light snacks and drinks throughout the day, and generally get your pampered groove on.
AT L A N T I S U N D E R WAT E R S U I T E
We can confidently predict you’ll never have an experience to rival a stay in one of Atlantis’s two mesmerising Underwater Suites. Relax in the splendour of your lavishly appointed lounge and wake up to breathtaking underwater views. With floor-toceiling windows looking straight into the Ambassador Lagoon, we guarantee you’ll be blown away. Enjoy a range of complimentary benefits and experiences such as a Palm island
dolphin encounter for two, unlimited access to the Imperial Club lounge, and much more. So much to enjoy – if you ever leave your suite…
Ultimate Snorkel
DOLPHIN EXPERIENCES
What could be better than swimming with dolphins? How about sharing hugs and dancing with these super-smart bottlenosed beauties at Atlantis’s very own Dolphin Bay. The fun culminates in a thrilling signature belly ride, as your new friend powers through the water with you holding onto his fins. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience open to confident swimmers aged eight and above.
F A M I LY U L T I M A T E S N O R K E L
Atlantis’s Ambassador Lagoon is home to a staggering 65,000 marine animals. This amazing experience lets you hang out with ALL of them. It starts with an opportunity to learn about the lagoon’s most colourful residents, along with some expert snorkelling tips from your very own guide. Then it’s into the Ambassador Lagoon for an unforgettable swim above a thriving ecosystem teeming with fish, rays and sharks.
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TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
SOUTH AFRICA
Embark on a South African adventure that will go down in family legend
ho says that dizzying luxury has to be starched,
daily. It’s a family-run property set in Marakele National Park
stuffy, and best enjoyed as a couple? This two-centre
– 23,000 hectares of private land in the foothills of South
holiday of a lifetime doesn’t skimp on jaw-dropping
Africa’s Waterberg Mountains – and the staff and their families
indulgence, but offers the whole family experiences that feel like
are committed to making sure you have a holiday packed with
they’ve been plucked from an Indiana Jones movie.
unique and wonderful experiences. With their expert knowledge
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of the local area, the Marataba Rangers will guide you through Start in Marakele National Park, where you’ll live under canvas
the South African bush, where you’ll have the opportunity to see
(this is glamping taken to a whole new level) and witness safari’s
some fantastic local wildlife.
Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros. Next, head to Sun City, a huge entertainment resort built into the
Following your safari adventure it’s off to the Palace of the
rugged South African wilderness, and stay in regal splendour at
Lost City – a proud member of the select Leading Hotels
the Palace of the Lost City. Take an archeological trek through
of the World. Wonderlist guests get to embark on a game
the largest maze in the Southern Hemisphere, play golf at the
drive experience and a rhino tracking experience for four at
Lost City Golf Course, and get swept away in the Valley of the
nearby Pilanesberg National Park. Back at the Palace, there’s a
Waves – a place dedicated to the ancient worship of heart-
Segway tour for two children, a pedicure for one of the grown-
racing water rides. Are you and your clan up to this level of
ups (go on, Dad) and access for everyone to the world-class
excitement? We thought so…
Valley of the Waves, with its 6,500-square-metre wave pool and adrenaline-spiking slides. The unique Maze of the Lost City is
For the first five days of your adventure, you’ll stay at the
also on site, so adventure is always just a short walk away. Got
staggeringly beautiful Marataba Safari Lodge, where all your
some energy left? Then don’t miss the awesome par 72, desert-
food and drinks are taken care of, as are two game drives
style Lost City golf course.
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Your Tented Suite at Marataba Safari Lodge blends canvas, stone and wood with organic shapes and sweeping walls to create a sanctuary that feels both contemporary and like a seamless extension of the breathtaking natural environment beyond your private sun deck. As well as a sculptural stone bath, you’ll have a private outdoor shower to help you cool off in style after a day on safari.
Marataba Tented Suite
PA L AC E O F T H E LO S T C I T Y – 5 N I G H T S
We can’t promise any Indy-style hidden passages behind the walls of your en-suite Luxury Family Room, but you will feel like a bit of a star with your separate entrance. Marataba Tented Suite deck
Inside you’ll find plenty of space for a family of four to relax and spin tall tales of your adventures that day, before heading out to dine amongst the sun-dappled columns of the Crystal Court restaurant.
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TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
FIELD GUIDE RANGER COLLEGE
As a very special extra, the kids can take an exclusive trip to the Field Guide Ranger College and become a ranger during a full day of activities. Once you hear about their time making animal print casts, learning awesome survival techniques (did you know you can find your bearings using spider webs?), getting dirty maintaining the 4x4 Land Rovers, watching scorpions glow under UV lights, and building a fire and barbecuing dinner under the stars, we bet you’ll wish you could enroll, too.
M S M A R A B O AT S A FA R I AT M A R ATA B A
Maybe you’re so worldly-wise and well travelled that even a safari feels like no big deal. To which we say: get in the boat. The MS Mara cruises the two kilometres of the Python Dam three times daily, affording unforgettable views of the diverse wildlife that gathers at this valuable water source throughout the day. Depending on whether you set off at dawn, midday or dusk, you may see leopards, baboons, lions and white rhinos, malachite kingfishers, blue wildebeest, African jacanas and many more species.
C U LT U R A L T O U R A T S U N C I T Y
Learn about the culture of the local Bakgatla-ba-ga Mmanaana people with this hands-on day of activities. You’ll visit the Moruleng Cultural Precinct with its fascinating museums, restored Dutch colonial church and kgotla – a traditional public meeting space, council forum and court. Next you’ll learn how to play a Djembe ‘goblet’ drum and follow the infectious rhythms as they build and swirl around you. Finally you’ll get to take part in some traditional household tasks. Will you prepare the local staple food, mielie-meal, or perhaps get even messier with some cow dung plastering?
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TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
USA
Feel the California love with a family adventure through Tinseltown and the OC
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e’ve yet to meet anyone, young or old, who can resist the buzz and glamour of LA, so there’s no surprise that it tops the list for a luxurious family ‘vacay’ (pardon our American). Our Wonderlisters have curated a two-centre
adventure that starts with a glitzy stay in West Hollywood, followed by a laid-back Orange County beach break that offers golden sands and a relaxed So-Cal vibe. The VIP treatment starts early as you’re picked up from LAX and whisked away in air-conditioned comfort to the Sunset Strip and the magnificently chic Andaz West Hollywood – a boutique hotel that will bring out your inner A-lister with its exclusive rooftop pool (the highest in LA) and proximity to a world of celeb hangouts, shopping and legendary locations like Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the Chateau Marmont and the Walk of Fame. You’ll have five nights to create your own LA story, and to get you started we’ll include a VIP private limo tour to show you the highlights in relaxed style. What comes next is up to you. Want tickets to see the Lakers or the Dodgers? It’s done. Fancy a tour of the Warner Bros. Studio? We’ll make it happen. From West Hollywood you and your family will be driven south to the OC and Huntington Beach for five nights of So-Cal R&R. Hit the sands for a family surfing lesson before swapping stories of big waves and wipeouts as you toast marshmallows around a fire pit. Grab Pete’s Famous Fish Tacos at your hotel, the beautiful Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, before renting a cruiser bike to people-watch along the boardwalk or taking a complimentary car to South Coast Plaza to shop yourselves silly. Next up, maybe the thrill rides at Disneyland or Knott’s Berry Farm? It’s your choice, but one thing’s for certain: this will be a family holiday so epic your kids will tell their kids about it.
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TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
A N D A Z W E S T H O L LY W O O D
This ultra-hip boutique hotel, located on the legendary Sunset Strip, is the perfect Hollywood bolthole for you and your supporting cast during your Tinseltown adventures. It’s blockbuster glam from lobby to rooftop pool, decorated with captivating style and positively oozing A-list chic. But it also delivers luxury with a welcome that makes you feel like a friend, not an anonymous guest. Enjoy free WiFi, non-alcoholic mini bar and healthy snacks, cabana use, and complimentary coffee, tea and pastries in the morning and wine in the evenings. You’ll stay in a 342-square-foot Sunset View Room with floorto-ceiling windows for unparalleled views over the Strip and downtown LA, all the way to the beach. Andaz West Hollywood rooftop pool
H YA T T R E G E N C Y H U N T I N G T O N B E A C H R E S O R T A N D S P A
Welcome to the OC! Your So-Cal home from home is a luxurious Spanish-style hotel that does relaxed indulgence perfectly. With a private walkway over the iconic Pacific Coast Highway you’re just a few minutes’ stroll from the golden sands of Huntington Beach. Take an early morning jog beside the Pacific breakers, or hire bikes or surfing equipment from the hotel for a full day catching rays. Your Ocean View King Room has panoramic oceanfront views from a private balcony or patio, plus space for a family of four to stretch out comfortably. Thanks to a spread of superlative restaurants, you can dine as formally or informally as you wish.
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WA R N E R B R O S . S T U D I O T O U R
Tour the studio behind Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the Harry Potter series and so many other amazing movies. With actual filming happening all around you, you never know who you might see as you explore the studio’s illustrious history via backlots, soundstages, the prop department, archive and car vault.
LAKERS TICKETS
Get tickets to see the LA Lakers play at their ‘house’, the Staples Centre, and you’ll not only enjoy a fist-pumping evening of b-ball – you also you never know which Hollywood stars you might glimpse courtside.
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You can’t come to LA and not visit the original Disneyland. Uncle Walt’s first theme park is located in Anaheim, just a half-hour drive from your Huntington Beach base, and this Hopper Ticket enables you and your troupe of Mouseketeers to cherry-pick your favourite rides and attractions from both Disneyland and the neighbouring Disneyland California Adventure – a park whose Pixar attractions and sunny Cali theme make an awesome counterpoint to the original park’s classic rides.
U N I V E R S A L S T U D I O S H O L LY W O O D V I P T O U R
Part theme park, part working TV and movie hub, Universal Studios Hollywood is a must-do LA attraction and the VIP Tour is the only way to experience it. Your family will be treated like A-listers all day long, from the exclusive lounge with refreshments and gourmet lunch, to behind-the-scenes visits to sets, soundstages and the enormous prop warehouse not open to regular guests, to unlimited front-of-the-line access to the best rides and attractions in the park.
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TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
S I N G A P O R E & M A L AY S I A
Meet orangutans and get your fix of thrills on this amazing Far Eastern adventure
his adventure of a lifetime gives you not one but two
much to enjoy in Singapore, from shopping yourself silly on the
awesome chapters, each with its own exotic flavour
swish Orchard Road to finding exquisite fabrics in Little India.
and pace. First, hit Universal Studios Singapore
Slurp down a bowl of spicy laksa from a traditional street seller,
theme park as part of a three-day visit to this gleaming island
wander the majestic Botanic Gardens, or enjoy a drink at super-
city-state. Then swing across to Borneo and a one-of-a-kind
cool Clarke Quay.
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resort set in 400 acres of unspoilt tropical forest. You’ll walk in the tree canopy, meet orangutans, and slow the pace while
From Singapore you’ll fly to Borneo’s Sabah region, where
luxuriating in the elegant surroundings of Shangri-La’s Rasa
orangutans live and breed in the wild. Your home for the next
Ria Resort & Spa.
seven nights is the luxurious Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa, a unique resort with a fantastic range of activities for kids. Sadly,
First stop: Singapore, and the contemporary Mövenpick Heritage
Mum and Dad, you can’t join in the blowpipe competitions,
Hotel Sentosa. The state-of-the-art Universal Studios Singapore
Batik painting or traditional dancing. You’ll just have to console
theme park is just a five-minute stroll away – which is handy,
yourselves with a round on the resort’s championship golf
since your trip comes with a day pass for the family. There’s so
course, or a hot stone treatment at the spa.
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M Ö V E N P I C K H E R I TA G E H O T E L S E N T O S A – 3 N I G H T S
You’ll stay in the newly opened Heritage Wing – a lovingly restored colonial building dating back to the 1940s. But while the exterior harks back to an elegant past, its interior brings indulgence squarely into the 21st century. The family rooms boast exquisite décor, a separate living area and en-suite bathroom complete with walk-in rain shower and freestanding bath.
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Decorated with wooden surfaces and calming earthy tones, the spacious rooms of Ocean Wing are contemporary in finish and features, but blend beautifully with their view of lush forest and the vast South China Sea. Speaking of which, your private balcony has an outdoor bathtub and a plush daybed, so you can enjoy this beautiful Sentosa Island
vista while you get blissfully horizontal.
Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE VIP TOUR
Universal Studios Singapore offers pulse-pounding excitement as it is, but with a VIP tour you can crank the awesome to full blast. You’ll be given a VIP guide for the day to personally escort you past the queues, ensuring you and the family receive red carpet treatment wherever your fun-loving hearts lead you.
S E P I L O K O R A N G U TA N R E H A B I L I TAT I O N C E N T R E
Just a short flight from the stunning beaches near Kota Kinabalu, the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is built on the edge of the jungle in northern Borneo. The centre was created to help orphaned orangutans, and today houses around 25 young ones in the nursery with another 50 living in the protected land around the centre.
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TRIPS EVEN TEENS WILL LOVE
USA
Have ALL the fun with a side order of luxury on this two-week Florida self-drive adventure
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f you’re going to do Florida’s big attractions, you need to go large. It’s the Wonderlist way. And with this experience, you’ll get all the ‘coasters, crocs, slides, astronaut training, manatees, white sands and nightlife you and your family can handle – with stays in three luxurious resorts.
You’ll kick off your Florida adventure with six nights at the Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World – a luxurious resort with its own water park and the added fistpumping factor of being based inside the park gates. You could easily spend a couple of days exploring the resort before even thinking of venturing farther afield. But hop in and hit the road, because there’s a world of fun waiting for you. This Wonderlist experience includes admission to the Kennedy Space Centre – just an hour’s drive away, with attractions including the Shuttle Launch Experience, Rocket Garden, IMAX movies and the Astronaut Hall of Fame. We’ll happily organise your choice of theme park tickets, including access to Walt Disney World Resort’s fabulous water parks – or check out Discovery Cove and its dolphin lagoon. After hitting the theme parks hard, you’re going to love the change of pace when you relocate to the relative peace of Florida’s west coast for three nights. With brilliant white sands and the Gulf sunsets, you’ll have time to swim, sunbathe and recharge your batteries in easygoing luxury. Still full of beans? There are plenty of diversions, plus the opportunity to explore the incredibly diverse everglades ecosystem. For your final two nights you’ll hole up in Miami for a stay at the iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach.
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F O U R S E A S O N S O R L A N D O AT
RESORT
Situated within the gates of Walt Disney World, your first base couldn’t be any closer to the action. It’s just minutes away from Mickey and pals, and easy drives from Universal Orlando Resort, Cape Canaveral and other amazing attractions. It’s also an entertainment destination in itself, with Disney characters popping by for breakfast, teenage haven The Hideout, movie nights while floating in the family pool, and the awesome Explorer Island – the hotel’s own water park circled by a sensational river ride. The kids’ club is complimentary for children aged 4-12, while for adults there’s an everglades-inspired spa, a rooftop steakhouse with views of the firework spectaculars, and a Tom Fazio-designed golf course that’s so serene it actually doubles Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
as a wildlife sanctuary. H YA T T R E G E N C Y C O C O N U T P O I N T R E S O R T & S P A
Set in its own 26-acre tropical nature reserve, this is a wonderful base from which to explore the everglades by airboat, take boat trips to deserted islands, or tuck your knees up and dive bomb Coconut Point’s 5,000-square-foot Adventure Pool. As our guests you’ll receive discounts on golf at the hotel’s Raptor Bay course (June to October), plus money off indulgent treatments at the Stillwater Spa and two complimentary full American breakfasts.
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F O N TA I N E B L E A U M I A M I B E A C H
You’ll stay classy in Miami with a room at the iconic Fontainebleau, where your names will be added to a gold-plated guest list that included Elvis, Frank and the Rat Pack. James Bond, meanwhile, had a very tense game of gin rummy with Goldfinger by the Oasis Pool – one of six at the hotel. Rooms are chic and feature marble baths and a 20" iMac. Stay between May and October and young ones dine free at Vida or La Cote Restaurants (half price for kids 11-15).
Fortainebleau restaurant
AT X A S T R O N A U T T R A I N I N G E X P E R I E N C E
Kennedy Space Center delivers a universe of family fun and amazement. What could be more memorable than a half day of astronaut training? Do it together as a family (minimum age 7) on selected Sundays and you’ll ride simulators, test your team skills as you build and launch your own rocket, then work with a veteran NASA astronaut to complete a mission to the International Space Station in a full-scale mockup of the shuttle orbiter. (Teens 14 and above can partake in the ATX Core programme on Saturdays.) Alternatively, our Wonderlisters can help you ‘Fly with an Astronaut’. A veteran NASA astronaut will accompany the kids on the Shuttle Launch Experience (44" minimum height requirement) and give them a guided tour of the whole centre, including the Apollo/Saturn V Center, where they’ll lunch overlooking the launch pads. They’ll get the inside scoop and listen in awe to personal space stories, and take home souvenir signed photos for the ultimate school holiday brag.
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THAILAND
Enjoy the bustle of Bangkok and meet elephants in the Golden Triangle
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hailand is a country of memorable contrasts and sensory delights, of boisterous city life and lush jungle-scapes. This two-stage holiday has been created to show you both sides, in unique and luxurious style. First, you’ll
have three nights to explore Bangkok and check out its astonishing temples, street markets and sizzling culinary scene. Then you’ll relocate to the far north for four nights in Chiang Rai, where you’ll stay at an elephant camp and resort. You’ll spend time with the mahouts – families who bond with and ride these gentle giants – before meeting the elephants themselves. Once Bangkok has seduced you with its energy – a breathless blend of entertainment, architecture and shopping – Chiang Rai and the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort await. Each day you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a selection of activities: you can learn the basics of elephant training with the expert mahouts, or trek through the jungle with elephants and watch them play. You can even spend time with vets as they check up on the herds. You could also hit the trails in a resort vehicle, getting stamps in your passport from Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Or maybe take your all-inclusive experience to the next level (and learn some skills to take home) with a Thai cooking experience. Top it all off with a complimentary spa treatment. It’s not just the elephants who’ll never forget this holiday.
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Considering its city-centre location on the banks of the vast Chao Phraya River, the Anantara Riverside Bangkok is a surprising oasis of serenity and seclusion. Enjoy spa treatments, pamper your palate at the hotel’s 10 restaurants and bars, and watch the twinkling lights of the city as it gears up for another night of neon-bright entertainment.
GOLDEN TRIANGLE ELEPHANT CAMP & RESORT – 4 NIGHTS
Can we talk about the elephant in the room? Not literally, but it’s a given that the main reason you’ll come to Anantara Golden Triangle has a long trunk and a longer memory. However, don’t think for one second that you’ll have to suffer any rustic hardships to meet these beautiful creatures on their home turf. The Deluxe 3 Country View Room has shining teak floors, rich Thai silks, an oversized terrazzo bathtub and all the usual refinements you’d expect from a luxury hotel. Best of all? The spacious balcony that commands awe-inspiring views of the lush jungle and Mekong River, where Myanmar, Thailand and Laos meet. Upgrade to a 3 Country View Suite, and you’ll get a double-
Pool with a view
width balcony with an inviting daybed, a generous private sitting room, and all the sigh-inducing airiness these additions provide.
Three Country View Suite
D I N I N G B Y D E S I G N AT T H E B A B Y E L E P H A N T C A M P
Utterly unique and magical, this private dining experience takes place in the rustic surroundings of the mahout village itself. After your personal chef has served up an exquisite meal using fresh local ingredients, you can track the baby elephants down to their nighttime pad.
L O N G TA I L B O AT T R I P
The Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort is just a five-minute drive from the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak Rivers – the very point at which the three countries of the Golden Triangle meet. Taking a traditional longtail boat, you’ll explore this unique area on a serene river cruise.
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Discover life-changing serenity and luxury in the tropical paradise of Bali
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ardon us if we get a little zen sometimes, but it’s no secret that modern life is the enemy of ‘the moment’: that feeling of being rooted absolutely in time and space with no distractions, schedules or To Do lists. This Wonderlist
experience at the stunning Maya Ubud resort on the island of Bali has been expressly created to help you find that place, replenishing body and mind with authentic architecture and cuisine, spa treatments and activities that take inspiration from the island’s breathtaking natural environment. Bordered by the Petanu River valley to the east and the Peliatan rice fields to the west, Maya Ubud’s cluster of thatched, private pool villas appear, at first glance, to grow out of the lush valley wall. This seemingly organic architecture typifies a resort dedicated to a connection with the environment. Follow the path down to the river’s edge and you’ll discover the Spa at Maya, where you can experience reflexology on a deck suspended over the energising flow of the Petanu, or explore winding walkways through dense foliage to discover enclaves with bubbling tubs, perfumed oils and skilled therapists ready to rejuvenate tired limbs and restore peaceful thoughts (your discount on spa treatments will help this no end). Likewise, dining is an extraordinary pleasure for all the senses at Maya Ubud. Linger over a sumptuous sunrise buffet as the mist slowly lifts from the valley, or witness the theatre of the freshest ingredients being skillfully blended on the teppan grill, and you’ll see it for yourself. As our guests you’ll receive a 10% discount on meals, complimentary yoga every morning, a private escorted nature walk, plus the opportunity to cycle, trek and whitewater raft. Maya Ubud is a uniquely invigorating destination that will stay with you long after your cares have slipped away.
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Natural tones and materials define the understated but luxurious Superior Garden Villas at Maya Ubud. A canopied king-size bed with netting drapes makes a romantic focal point, while the en-suite bathroom and spacious lounge area make this a space to live in, not just a place to rest your head. Through double doors you’ll find your own secluded garden complete with a terrace and exquisitely relaxing daybed. All in all, this is a profoundly peaceful villa that blurs the line between natural and manmade. If you want even more luxury and seclusion, the Deluxe Pool Villa offers an inviting private plunge pool and outdoor shower.
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Kerupuk and galangal, salam leaf, kencur and tamarind – the ingredients of Balinese cooking are music to the ear long before they delight your taste buds. You can learn how to take a taste of Bali home with you during a fascinating cooking class at Maya Ubud. Tour the organic spice and herb garden before heading to the village-style kitchen to cook five mouth-watering dishes.
VILLAGE TREK
Join an experienced Maya Ubud guide on this fascinating three-hour trek around the lush countryside of Bali. You’ll embark in the cool of the early morning, visiting the Petanu River valley and the ancient Goa Gajah Temple before walking through rice terraces to reach Tatiapi village and meet some of its residents.
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This two-hour guided walk takes you to the rice terraces of Sakembang before crossing the Jasan River to see local farmers cultivating their crops. It’s a unique, first-hand insight into the origin of one of the world’s great ingredients.
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It’s always teatime on this tailored tour with a private driver
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his spectacularly lush island nation punches above its weight in all sorts of ways: stunning scenery and culture, ancient wonders and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, unspoilt rainforest, miles of coral-fringed beaches, a rich
cultural mix of Hindu, Muslim and Christian influences, and exceptionally warm and welcoming people. You’ll experience the very best of Sri Lanka on this tour, guided in an air-conditioned vehicle by your private driver with flexible stops (perhaps for some retail therapy at a silk factory or lunch at a spice garden) as you travel west through tea country and the cultural triangle. Along the way, you’ll stay in four unique boutique hotels, each providing unforgettable accommodation in awesome surroundings. Start with two nights in a private nature reserve set in acres of rice paddies. From here you’ll explore wonders such as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, with its surprising network of cooling caves, and the imposing mass of the Lion Rock Fortress at Sigiriya. Your next stop is Kandy, known as the cultural capital and famed for the Temple of the Tooth, followed by two nights of colonial splendour at a working tea plantation. Here, you can explore the hillside trails, take a tour of the plantation in the company of the resident tea planter, or just sit by the pool and enjoy a decadent cream tea as the mist rolls over the surrounding hills. Your trip concludes in fine style with a three-day stay at a beach resort on Sri Lanka’s beautiful west coast.
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The eco-resort of Vil Uyana is a stunning destination in its own right, as well as being an ideal base from which to visit Dambulla, the reclining Buddha at Polonnawura, and Anuradhapura – Sri Lanka’s first capital. Set among the paddy fields and reed beds of a private nature reserve, Vil Uyana’s traditionally inspired habitats combine rustic décor and natural materials with luxury amenities. Choose an over-water villa with its own private deck or a forest dwelling made from earth and stone. Vil Uyana
K A N DY H O U S E – 2 N I G H T S
A former Dutch colonial manor house set in a tropical garden, Kandy House has been Kandy House infinity pool
lovingly restored as a boutique hotel furnished with beautiful antiques and bold local fabrics. Float peacefully in the pool, play croquet on the lawn or challenge the staff to an impromptu game of cricket. Then take a table on the traditional arched veranda and treat your taste buds to chermoula-crusted mullet with tomato and avocado salsa.
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Accommodations are throughout four lakeside or poolside bungalows with fine gardens, cool verandas and attentive, friendly staff. Located in the lush Bogawantalawa Valley, the bungalows are connected together by the tea trails themselves. Your stay here is all about unhurried colonial service and your inclusive tea experience. In addition to breakfast and a four-course dinner, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, pre-dinner cocktails and evening drinks. Each morning you’ll be served traditional ‘Bed Tea’ by your butler, who’ll also draw you a bath. Ceylon Tea Trails main entrance
R E E F V I L L A , WA D D U WA – 3 N I G H T S
Your final stop is all about winding down in colonial splendour. As you move from the verdant hillsides of central Sri Lanka to the swaying palms of the west coast, your guide will wave goodbye and drop you at Reef Villa for three nights of beachside quality time. Reef Villa has just seven suites, with wonderful heritage features such as wooden ceiling fans, original Raj-era four-poster beds, traditional floor tiles and intricate carvings. When it comes to ways to spoil yourself, you’re spoiled for choice: poolside loungers to kick back in, a tranquil spa with traditional Ayurvedic treatments, a garden with steam room, and the beach itself. The Plantation House also offers the chance to relax as an antique punkah fan wafts cool breezes your way. Suites are located in the main house or reached by stepping stones across Reef Villa’s charming lily ponds.
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Tune in to America’s musical melting pot with this unforgettable self-drive tour
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ithout the Deep South, there is no American music.
En route to Memphis, you’ll take a scenic detour to Muscle
The blues, jazz, country, rock ‘n’ roll and every style
Shoals in northern Alabama, home of FAME Studios, where the
they sired owes its birth to the ‘Mojo Triangle’ –
likes of Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett and the Stones cut hits.
the musical giants of Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans.
It’s still a working studio, so who knows who you might meet
Needless to say, if you love music, you’ll love this self-drive tour
in the corridors. During your two-night stay in Memphis, you
of the region, flying directly into Atlanta with Virgin Atlantic.
can visit legendary locations including Sun Studio and the Stax
Your adventure starts the next day as you drive up to Music
Museum of American Soul Music, and use your Wonderlist
City itself, Nashville, and the Gaylord Opryland Resort: from
‘Graceland Elvis VIP Entourage’ pass with full-day access and
here you’ll be perfectly placed for your backstage tour of the
front-of-the-line mansion privileges, plus a chance to see
Grand Ole Opry, included in your Nashville music pass. Head
Elvis’s custom jets.
downtown to check out the world-famous Country Music Hall of Fame, tour RCA Studio B (where the Nashville Sound was
The tour ends in spectacular style with a three-night stay at
born, and where everyone from Dolly to Elvis made their mark),
the Hyatt French Quarter on the doorstep of Bourbon Street,
and explore the Ryman Auditorium, including backstage areas
the musical heart of New Orleans. Of course, there’s more to the
and the chance to stand on stage. If you really want your 15
Big Easy than jumping jazz joints. By day you can visit Jackson
minutes of fame, your Wonderlister can help you organise your
Square and the French Market, or just watch steamboats
own mini recording session to record a classic or even use your
navigate the Mississippi from the Riverwalk.
own material. By night there are honky-tonk bars to explore, and of course a show at the Grand Ole Opry.
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A perfect base from which to see the sights, plus everything you need to recharge for a night on the town: three pools, an extensive spa, golf course, all manner of restaurants, plus a conservatory garden. There are literally acres of grounds dedicated to your entertainment, and you’re just minutes away from the Grand Ole Opry.
RIVER INN OF HARBOR TOWN, MEMPHIS
This intimate European-style boutique hotel is located in Harbor Town, a neighbourhood on a sandbar in the Mississippi that favours humans over cars. It’s as special and as friendly as it sounds, but it’s also just a stone’s throw away from downtown Memphis. Finished with decorative wrought iron, gas-lit lanterns and rich wooden flooring, the River Inn, Memphis
River Inn has bags of Southern charm, attentive and friendly service, and sumptuous decorated rooms overlooking the Mississippi. You’ll find Champagne to welcome you and enjoy gourmet breakfast each day of your stay.
H YA T T F R E N C H Q U A R T E R , N E W O R L E A N S
Situated on the corner of Iberville and Bourbon, the freshly renovated Hyatt French Quarter couldn’t be better placed for you to enjoy the intoxicating gumbo of jazz, neon and Southern hospitality that flows through Bourbon Street every night. You’ll stay in a Courtyard King that overlooks the hotel’s refreshing pool, and that offers you spacious and (importantly) quieter accommodation, so if you quit before Bourbon Street does you won’t find yourself singing the blues in the small hours.
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After living high on the hog in New Orleans’ buzzing French Quarter, why not extend your stay and drive west of the city for a more genteel kind of luxury? Once a sugar plantation, the Houmas House Inn is now a refined collection of boutique cottages shaded by an alley of ancient oak trees (your stay includes an illuminating tour of the original mansion). Houmas House is famed for its celebrity chefs, so be sure to head to Latil’s Landing restaurant for the five-course tasting menu. The smoked duck and andouille gumbo is out of this world.
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In its 90-year history this country music institution has grown from a barn dance into a live-music phenomenon. Anyone who’s ever been anyone in country has walked out onto that stage, and it remains the place to see legends and up-and-coming stars on the same bill. There are weekly shows every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday night, and your tickets will include a post-show backstage tour. Can you really do Nashville and not come to the Grand Ole Opry?
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Dial exotic all the way up, with a magical stay in a palatial riad in the heart of Marrakech
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iding in plain sight amid the hustle and hubbub of Marrakech’s Medina, with its labyrinth of narrow streets, the traditional North African residence known as the riad is a puzzle box that only reveals its wonders once you pass
beyond its plain walls and unremarkable doors. Suddenly, you enter an oasis of cool calm – richly decorated rooms and shaded courtyards with sparkling fountains, their soundtrack playing off the polished tadelakt plaster walls. Making the transition from the anonymous exterior of a riad to the secluded luxury of its interior is about as magical an experience as you’ll find anywhere. Whether you choose to stay at the sumptuous La Sultana Marrakech or in one of the six distinctive riads that make up the Angsana Riads hotel, these hidden havens are a sublime way to experience Marrakech. Hit the souks and bargain hard for richly woven rugs and intricately carved pearl-inlaid furniture. Return to the riad to take fragrant afternoon tea and have a revitalising traditional hammam treatment. Then, repair to the rooftop to dine as the setting sun casts rosy light on the snow-capped peaks of the distant Atlas Mountains. Whichever riad you choose, you’ll enjoy a special culinary tour led by former MasterChef winner Keri Moss, starting at Marrakech’s iconic main square and marketplace, Djemaa el-Fna, and ending in delicious fashion at her restaurant.
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Once a palace for Marrakech’s aristocrats, the lavishly decorated La Sultana Marrakech has been restored to its authentic glory in collaboration with Morocco’s Office for Historic Monuments. Through every archway and across every shade-dappled courtyard you’ll find enchanting spaces: refreshing pools in which to soak away a busy morning; a candlelit rooftop restaurant; marbled spa suites and wood-panelled bars. Each of the 21 rooms and suites is unique, with distinctive features and authentic furnishing, but all share the same air of sophistication and tranquillity.
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ANGSANA RIADS
Angsana is something quite special: neither a hotel nor a resort, it’s a collection of six intimate and sophisticated riads just a short walk from the excitement of Djemaa el-Fna, but a world away in terms of privacy and style. Because of its unique shape, Angsana can offer your group or family an extra level of seclusion – a stunning riad all to yourselves, served by a warm and attentive team who’ll go out of their way to make sure you have everything you could possibly want. As special guests of Angsana Riads you’ll receive 30% off body massages at the Angsana Spa as well as complimentary Moroccan mint tea and pastries every afternoon.
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Just an hour’s drive from Marrakech, Sir Richard Branson’s private Moroccan hideaway, Kasbah Tamadot, rises from the cedar trees that cling to the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Filled with fragrant courtyards and gardens, intriguing staircases, intricately carved wood and countless unique artefacts inherited from Tamadot’s previous owner (the antiques dealer and interior designer Luciano Tempo), your stay here is a feast for the senses. Each of Tamadot’s 27 rooms has a unique character. You’ll find indoor and outdoor pools, the latter with magnificent views over the valley. Enjoy an invigorating hammam treatment in the Asounfou Spa, dine on mouth-watering local dishes at Kanoun restaurant, and end the day watching a film beneath the stars.
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As unique as its sister hotel in the heart of Marrakech, La Sultana Oulidia couldn’t provide a better contrast to the city’s teeming souks and labyrinth of narrow passageways. The modest fishing village that gives La Sultana Oulidia its name perches on the edge of a lagoon that winds its way to the Atlantic. The hotel is an imposing palace that’s set against the area’s sweeping dunes and vast skies. Incredibly it contains just 11 elegant suites (so spacious that they’re practically apartments). Ceilings are made from oleander stems, walls from traditional stone and tadelakt lime plaster. Yet this is anything but rustic. Each suite has a private terrace with seawater Jacuzzi, lavish marble bathroom and all the luxuries you’ll need for total relaxation. One more reason to chill out here: split a seven-night stay between La Sultana Oulidia and La Sultana Marrakech and you’ll receive one night of your holiday for free.
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Leave the cables at home. Let the batteries die. These five experiences will recharge what really matters.
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THAILAND
Soak up some of the best views in Asia from an unspoilt island in Thailand’s Phang Nga Bay
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his is not the gap-year Thailand you may have seen before: no trinkets, neonsoaked bars and nomadic backpackers. Your destination is the island of Koh Yao Noi and the frankly enchanting Six Senses Yao Noi resort. We say ‘resort’,
but once your boat docks and you first see the modest cluster of wooden villas with their palm-leaf-thatched roofs, it’s easy to feel that this secluded paradise simply grew organically from the lush wooded slopes. But while Six Senses Yao Noi blends seamlessly with its surroundings, its simplicity quickly reveals breathtaking contemporary style and a level of personal indulgence that will become your benchmark for years to come. First, you’ll need to take your eyes off the magnificent views over Phang Nga Bay, with its astonishing vertical limestone karsts rising from the waters of the Andaman Sea. Then, once you’re settled in your spacious villa, there’s very little else to do other than float, recline, purr like a happy tabby and dine on dishes such as wagyu beef cheek curry at the resort’s four world-class restaurants. But there’s so much you can do, if the mood takes you. Take a gentle bike ride around the island, stopping in at the village store. Have an evening massage in a Thai longhouse while you watch a blanket of stars flicker above. Take a cooking class, train with a Thai kickboxer, or learn rock climbing against the epic backdrop. Snorkelling and diving are spectacular here, and the calm mangrove channels have made this one of the world’s most beautiful kayaking spots. Exploring the bay by boat is a must, and your Wonderlist experience includes your first opportunity to get closer to the view: a trip on Six Senses’ take on a traditional longboat to find deserted sandy beaches as you island hop.
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With soul-soothing views of the rubber trees that sustained the plantation that once stood on this site, the 154-square-metre Hideaway Pool Villa has its own infinity pool, a separate bedroom (or two or four, depending on the size of your party) and living room, bathroom with double vanity, and secluded, private terrace.
OCEAN POOL VILLA
Take a Hideaway Pool Villa, add a spectacular view over Phang Nga Bay, and you have an exquisite Ocean Pool Villa that will sleep up to three adults or two adults and a child. The Ocean Pool Deluxe Villa, meanwhile, has a split-level design with its entrance and sitting room (with that jaw-dropping bay view) on the upper floor and its bedroom and dressing area on the lower floor. Despite the extra space, this duplex beauty sleeps just two, making it a perfect choice for a unique honeymoon bolthole.
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Six Senses Yao Noi infinity pool
Your longboat experience will surely whet your appetite for more exploration. So why not charter one of the resort’s four luxurious motor yachts and explore the waters of the Andaman archipelago – all while a team of chefs prepares mouth-watering dishes below deck? There are so many awe-inspiring destinations that they actually have a menu of islands so you can choose your own adventure. Track down the best swimming spot, the most romantic hideaway or the best snorkelling, visit James Bond Island (a must for film buffs), or adventure through stalactite caves to find a hidden lagoon.
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Crowning Six Senses Yao Noi, the Hilltop Reserve offers dining and views that will stay with you for life. Upgrade your evening meal at least one night to try the sea bass in green curry with eggplant and kaffir leaves before blissing out over the baked coconut custard topped with caramelised cashew nuts.
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Rediscover your best self with seven nights of serene tropical luxury on a private Caribbean island
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ometimes ‘away’ just isn’t far enough. With a tired brain you need to put the brakes on completely and repair to an oasis where nothing is too much trouble and the digital world just falls away. You need to come to a place
like this. Palm Island is 135 acres of private paradise that’s blessed with five beaches, beautifully finished bolthole accommodation for the lucky few, and warm and attentive staff who take your relaxation and pleasure as seriously as you do. So, let’s get on with getting away. Palm Island is only accessible by boat, and you’ll be met like old friends at the jetty and escorted to your accommodation. From there, it’s up to you to dictate how much or how little you do. Borrow one of the complimentary bikes or follow a nature trail on foot and tour the island. Stop at a beach, see iguanas and crayon-colourful birds, and work up an appetite. All meals are included during your stay, including daily afternoon tea, beach barbecues and a variety of drinks. There’s just so much to experience – from the spa, where you’ll enjoy a complimentary 30-minute spa treatment per stay, through to cocktail parties, botanical nature walks, croquet and more. That said, once you adjust to the leisurely pace of Palm Island you may find you need nothing more than a cold drink, a patch of white sand, and the warm waters of the Caribbean.
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ISLAND LOFT
There’s nothing cookie-cutter about a stay on Palm Island. Take the chilled-out Island Lofts. There are only five in total, with three set back from the beach and perched on stilts. You’ll feel the gentle tropical breeze carry through louvered windows as you relax in your 514 square feet of Grenadine luxury. A spectacular view from a private terrace is part and parcel of your stay, as are soul-soothing deep-soak tubs, bold flashes of fabric, crisp cotton and locally sourced furniture. All in all, you have a serene enclave that’s guaranteed to give you full-body bliss tingles. (And yes, that is a medical term.)
SOUTHERN CROSS VILLA
A Southern Cross Villa gives you the space, amenities and vibe of a true home from home. And what a home: with pinch-me panoramas, cliff-top views, private timber decks, dining terrace, arbour patio and a private infinity pool. There are two bedrooms, finished with cooling louvered windows and decorated in soothing tones spiked with
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swaths of vibrant fabrics. Your villa will be stocked with coffee and tea, fruit, snacks and cereal, plus soft drinks, beer and two bottles of Champagne. Santé!
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It’s easy to add a three-night getaway to Palm Island to an existing holiday to St Lucia or Barbados. Just speak to your Wonderlister – they’ll be only too happy to help you get some rejuvenating time off the grid.
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The Pink Lady is a 37-foot-long schooner that plies the waters of the Caribbean. This beautifully laid-back boat and her welcoming captain and crew take lucky guests on a 45-minute sail from Palm Island to Tobago Cays. Slip into the warm waters and snorkel in the horseshoe reef among colourful fish and turtles. While you do, the crew will prepare a mouth-watering barbecue on the nearby beach.
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Go west and find tranquillity on this luxurious Wyoming dude ranch
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hose cocktail-sipping sophisticates in the big city may think they’ve got the plum spots on the map, but those in the know understand that the socalled ‘flyover states’ boast some of the most majestic landscapes on the
planet. We’re talking gigantic Midwest skies that soar above endless plains and lush rolling hills. Cowboy country so epic and humbling in scale and beauty that just to see it is to be changed forever. Here in the unspoilt wilds of Wyoming you can experience Brush Creek Ranch – an ultra-luxe dude ranch and spa where high-falutin’ indulgence goes hand in hand with straight-shooting warmth and charm. With its location between the Sierra Madre Mountains and Medicine Bow National Forest, in a staggering 30,000 acres of the Platte River Valley, there’s a rich vein of outdoor activities to draw you and your loved ones away from digital distractions. Start the day with a spectacular sunrise yoga session on the Falcon Peak Overlook; awaken your inner pioneer at the Archery 3D Range; try geocaching, mountain biking or hiking on a 75-mile trail system; or saddle up for arena riding, trail riding or a wagon hayride. That’s just a taste of the outdoor life on offer. Youngsters will hoot and holler over the Little Wranglers Kids’ Club, where they’ll learn about their environment as well as how to rope steer and ride a horse. Or why not get the family together for challenge pursuits such as paintballing and navigating the high-low rope course? Because fresh air and honest exertion make a rancher powerful hungry, Brush Creek is all-inclusive, giving you three gourmet square meals a day, and drinks to boot. Get in your best bib and tucker and head to the Trailhead Great Room, or gather around the campfire for a mouth-watering meal beneath the stars.
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LODGE ROOM
Brush Creek Ranch features a 38,000-square-foot lodge with authentically designed and furnished rooms with an emphasis on rugged wooden furniture, fireplaces, handsewn quilts and high-end comfort. The frontier artefacts and artworks, rich wooden furniture and rustic fabrics in Brush Creek Ranch’s 13 Lodge Rooms are anything but tacky. They’re warm, welcoming and finished with a thoughtfulness and attention to detail that will make you feel like a privileged ranch owner. The ranch’s unspoilt widescreen view from your window is reason enough to leave the 9 to 5 behind.
CABIN SUITE
Nine historically restored cabins with furnished decks, heated bathroom floors and fabulous authentic ranch fittings. Choose a private hideaway for two (honeymoon heaven) or a family bolthole with additional twin beds. ‘Indian Paintbrush’ is one of our favourites: colourful, big enough for a family, and with an L-shaped deck with
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A serene way to soak up the magnificent scenery and wildlife of the Platte River Valley, this float down the Upper North Platte takes in canyons and forests on a leisurely meander downstream. You may see moose and bald eagles or any number of indigenous critters en route.
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Whether you want a flavour of life as a wrangler or just the irresistible flavours of a gourmet picnic, this experience on horseback will stay with you forever. Head out along the Platte River to dine on its banks, or spend a thrilling day alongside true cattlemen driving steer to fresh pastures around the ranch.
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INDIAN OCEAN
Embrace total indulgence in one of the most remote and beautiful places on Earth
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here are a few precious places in the world that
Sit and savour ravioli of wagyu beef cheek while surrounded
evoke what we like to refer to as a Full Body Sigh
by 6,000 bottles of wine at Vinum, the resort’s ultra-exclusive
(FBS). Locations of such exquisite natural beauty
cellar, located eight metres underground. Surrender to fragrant
that the human body is incapable of retaining stress. The
treatments in the mesmerising surroundings of Lime Spa’s
Maldives – an archipelago of 26 unspoilt atolls scattered over
world-first underwater treatment rooms. Float away completely
the Indian Ocean – rightfully belongs on this exclusive list. If
in Lonu Veyo, the Maldives’ only outdoor saltwater flotation pool.
you want to get away – to truly leave the world of deadlines
Or simply lounge on your private deck and let the soft sounds of
and traffic and digital noise behind – we can’t think of a better
the Indian Ocean lull you into a state of utter contentment.
place. And because this is Wonderlist, we won’t just take you to the Maldives. No, we’ll take you to your choice of two of the
W Retreat & Spa, meanwhile, adds a contemporary funkiness
most elegant and exclusive resorts ever to dip their toes in the
and playful sense of chic to create an intoxicating counterpoint
region’s sapphire blue waters.
to the Maldives’ natural splendour. We’re talking pool parties with a resident DJ casting laid-back grooves into the soft tropical
It takes a remarkable commitment to indulgence to make
breeze. Relaxed luxe dining and entertainment that includes
the Maldives more sublime than it already is, but PER AQUUM
beachfront grills, sunset cocktails, and the freshest seafood
Huvafen Fushi and W Retreat & Spa Maldives manage this
served beneath a blanket of stars. There’s even an underground
with unique and impeccable style. There’s a seductive sense of
club, and lamp-lit private dining on the beach. Rise late and take
theatre to every experience you’ll have at PER AQUUM Huvafen,
a transparent canoe out for a unique view of the teeming sea life
from its world-class dining and underwater spa to its calendar
around the island, or de-stress at the Away Spa with sensational
of unique events and effortlessly elegant accommodation.
treatments designed to smooth away the edges of modern life.
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The eight 125-square-metre Beach Bungalows pull off a remarkable feat: although they’re decorated with a contemporary minimalism that’s more chic than Nile Rogers in a hall of mirrors, the use of calming neutral tones and wood means these spacious, secluded enclaves feel absolutely at one with their natural environment. Each bungalow comes with a private bar, espresso machine and daybed while, outside, your private courtyard contains an open-air bathroom complete with oversized bath, fresh-water plunge pool and a waterfall shower.
W R E T R E AT & S PA M A L D I V E S
It’s a good bet you’ve never stayed anywhere quite like W Retreat’s Wonderful Beach Oasis before. Yes, ‘Wonderful’ is part of the name, and once you clap eyes on this playfully sculptural split-level villa you’ll understand why. With 118-square-metre lower and 70-square-metre upper decks, plus a secluded private deck with a circular daybed and plunge pool, every element of this unique accommodation is an experience. Downstairs you’ll find the king-size signature W bed, wine fridge and irresistible Munchie Box. Upstairs you’ll find an open-air bathing area with standalone tub and rainforest shower. W Retreat & Spa Maldives
Beneath the conical, palm-thatched roof you can enjoy unobstructed views of the coast from the swing daybed, while your private barbecue sizzles happily.
PER AQUUM Huvafen Fushi
O V E R N I G H T O N H U VA F E N F U S H I ’ S L U X U R Y S A I L B O AT
Think you can have too much luxury in one holiday? As if. Huvafen Fushi owns a dhoni – a traditional Maldivian sailboat – that’s been fitted out as an exclusive floating suite that can be hired for an unforgettable evening and night on the waves. The crew will attend to your every need, and there’s an impressive onboard wine cellar and private chef to prepare your meals for what promises to be a uniquely extraordinary experience.
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Gaathafushi is W’s very own private island – a tiny, untouched strip of white sand and tropical green just a short boat ride away from the main resort. You can book it for private use for an extra special day of luxurious seclusion, exploring the surrounding lagoon. Better even than that is the opportunity to stay overnight. Your private chef, Paul, will set up a candlelit barbecue as the sun sets, and prepare breakfast in the morning. And, in between, you’ll sleep under a thatched roof in a one-of-a-kind al fresco bedroom.
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Discover a special kind of tranquillity amid the dunes beyond Dubai
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hen was the last time a holiday truly, profoundly took you away? No smartphones, tablets or pings from your inbox. Just beautiful surroundings, a pace dictated by the rhythms of nature, and precious little else. Al Maha is
a unique desert sanctuary that’s just an hour’s drive from Dubai, but that feels utterly removed from bustle and stress. A world-class resort and spa set at the heart of the United Arab Emirates’ first national park – where you can look out from your private infinity pool at the roaming herds of Arabian oryx that gave Al Maha its name. A place where you can explore the dunes on horseback, by camel or 4x4 before dining out among the dunes, sitting on sumptuous Persian carpets while torch flames flicker on the shifting sands. From wheels-down in Dubai, you’ll experience life like bubble-wrapped royalty. You’ll be met off the plane by a friendly face and fast-tracked through immigration before being driven to Al Maha (this is the perfect time to shut your phone off). Your stay at Al Maha includes all of your meals, so why not amble over to the Al Diwaan restaurant and graze on mezze or succulent roasted quail biryani? Then head up to the terrace bar and take in the rose-coloured expanse of the desert as the sun sinks below the horizon. You get two complimentary activities each day of your stay – should you actually want to do anything, that is. Learn archery, try your hand at falconry, go for a dune drive or just hand yourself over to the Timeless Spa for a blissful Rasoul Ritual.
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BEDOUIN SUITE
Each Bedouin Suite at Al Maha is decorated with carved wood and richly woven fabrics that just beg to be touched, and is dominated by floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the Dubai Conservation Reserve that lies just beyond your private sun deck and plunge pool. In the bathroom, you’ll find a walk-in shower and a king-size bath. But it’s the little things that really make your suite unforgettable – thoughtful touches like binoculars for spotting Ethiopian hedgehogs and Rüppell’s foxes, a writing desk, and an easel and art supplies in case the majestic landscape and its wildlife inspire you to create.
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T H R E E - N I G H T S T AY A T O N E & O N LY T H E P A L M
We can’t imagine a more perfect complement to a stay at Al Maha than this luxurious hotel on the outer tip of The Palm, looking back toward the fabulous Dubai skyline. To stay at One&Only The Palm is to enter a stylish enclave of total relaxation and indulgence, set in beautiful fountain-dotted gardens and fringed by 450 metres of private beach.
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Birthday? Anniversary? Engaged to be engaged? We don’t mind why you’re celebrating – we just want to be there for the party.
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JAMAICA & ANTIGUA
Experience island life like you’ve never known it before, with a heavenly private villa on Antigua or Jamaica
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hen it comes to celebrating a landmark life
allure is legendary. Private villas come complete with their own
event with some of your favourite people, the
dedicated staff, and the spa uses locally sourced ingredients to
main ingredient is style. Specifically, island style:
smooth and restore, backed by the soothing music of the ocean.
the luxurious yet understated kind where dress codes and formalities are replaced with the warmest of hospitality and
Low-key elegance is a hallmark of the Cove Suites at Antigua’s
easy-going enjoyment. There’s nowhere in the world that lives
Blue Waters resort. Located on secluded Soldier’s Bay, the
and breathes laid-back luxury like the Caribbean, and these two
suites cradle you in 17 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens
world-class properties are among the finest we could find for
and a white sand beach. Soak in one of the seven swimming
your big bash.
pools or enjoy watersports, tennis, golf and an oceanfront spa (there’s a complimentary kids’ club, so you’ll find time). There
First up is Round Hill in Jamaica. Renowned as a playground for
are also three restaurants to choose from, including fine dining
the rich and famous, yet offering blissful anonymity, it’s not
at the clifftop Cove Restaurant. As a Wonderlist guest you’ll
one for name-dropping – so allow us! John and Jackie Kennedy
receive a bottle of Champagne on your arrival, a spa treatment
honeymooned here, Alfred Hitchcock, Ian Fleming and Noel
for each adult, a Champagne breakfast, and complimentary
Coward all prized their time on the loungers, and The Sound
green fees for one at the nearby Cedar Valley Championship
of Music was written by Oscar Hammerstein in villa 10. The
golf course.
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Each of these laid-back sanctuaries has dedicated staff who will treat you to a madeto-order breakfast and freshly brewed Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee every morning. Many villas come with a private pool and all have an outdoor terrace and fully airconditioned, en-suite bedrooms.
DELUXE VILLA
The Deluxe Villa takes the Classic Villa and makes it bigger, adds even more secluded outdoor space, and gives your party mesmerising ocean views. Deluxe Villas are available with two to four bedrooms.
LUXURY VILLA
Unforgettable in every detail, Round Hill’s Luxury Villas are sumptuously finished with original artwork and artefacts that give each a memorably unique character. Luxury Round Hill pool
Villas come with three to six en-suite bedrooms.
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COVE SUITE
Sitting away from the main resort and surrounded by lush landscaping, the Cove ANTIGUA
Suites are magnificently spacious. Expect crisp modern furnishings, neutral tones, a dedicated concierge service and Elemis amenities, plus access to four exclusive swimming pools.
COVE PENTHOUSE
Ideal for larger parties, with three en-suite bedrooms, a kitchen and separate living and dining areas. The Cove Penthouses also come with a staggeringly generous 500 square feet of private balcony to let you soak up the sun and those magnificent views.
B L U E WAT E R S V I L L A S
Whether you want one bedroom or five, there’s a villa here that fits like it was made for you. Pelican House, Turtle Cottage and Rock Cottage all have expansive living and dining areas, outdoor sundecks and a pool.
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Emptying directly into the sea at a pure white sandy beach, the majestic Dunn’s River Falls are famous the world over and very worth a visit. Absorb the falls’ unique vibe or join a human chain of fellow explorers and climb to the top. Either way, you’ll never forget your visit.
C ATA M A R A N C R U I S E , A N T I G U A
A cruise on a catamaran is just one way to cement a lifelong love affair with this fabulous island, and being a guest of the Blue Waters makes it all but effortless to arrange. Best of all, catamaran cruises are suitable for the whole family, letting kids of all ages play at pirates while the adults sit back with a cool drink and bliss out in the sun and sea air.
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USA
It’s one of the world’s great cities, and a suitably fabulous place to mark the great moments in your life
ew York City pulses with bucket list experiences and the
of The Surrey on the Upper East Side is more your style – a
island of Manhattan is its beating heart: a patchwork
boutique residence hotel whose discreet charm and achingly
of districts spilling over with iconic sights, top-flight
gorgeous design has earned it an illustrious clientele including
eateries, world-class museums and galleries, and an energy that’s
the likes of Bette Davis and JFK. Whichever hotel you choose,
all its own. If you’ve never been (or if you’ve been a dozen times)
you’ll experience a luxurious New York that only a very select few
and have a big event to mark with your nearest and dearest, we’d
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love for you to spend a few New York minutes with us now, picturing a celebration that blends bespoke experiences and superlative
With the city that never sleeps as your playground it can be
‘event’ accommodation to create the holiday of a lifetime.
hard to know where to start (or when to stop), so before you leave your Wonderlister will talk you through some very special
It starts with your selection from a trio of in-the-know luxury
experiences we can plan during your stay. Imagine, say, a dinner
hotels, all with unique character and charming, thoughtful
cruise aboard a yacht on the Hudson River, or tickets to Madison
service. Will it be the glamorous St Regis in Midtown, with its
Square Garden to watch the Knicks. Choose a ‘tentpole’ event
exquisitely designed Tiffany, Dior and Bentley suites, and its
and build your trip around it, or pepper your visit with several. As
‘Allow Me’ butler service? Or perhaps the rarified elegance
Sinatra sang of this glorious city, ‘It’s up to you…’
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This 1904 landmark hotel was renovated and reimagined in 2013 to create an exclusive sanctuary for its discerning and savvy clientele. The truest mark of luxury at the opulent St Regis is that, as a guest, you’re treated as a friend, with warm but unobtrusive service that’s both profoundly satisfying and utterly disarming. When you’re heading out on the town for your big celebration, ask to use the hotel’s very own Bentley.
THE SURREY
The Surrey is an intimate bolthole on the Upper East Side that since 1926 has blurred the line between hotel and home for illustrious residents such as JFK, Rosemary Clooney and Bette Davis. This is all about the highest quality décor, service and dining St Regis suite
without an ounce of pretension. Your location is close to Museum Mile and just steps to THE park and Upper Fifth Avenue shopping. Survey it all from the private roof terrace, just one of the places you can spend your $50 Wonderlist hotel credit. Then snuggle up for a celebratory lie-in – you’ll enjoy late check-out at 2pm, too.
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You can’t visit New York and miss seeing that iconic skyline at night. This soirée on a luxury yacht is a wonderful way to see the twinkling lights of Manhattan laid out before you.
O N E W O R L D O B S E R VAT O R Y
A symbol of New York City’s indomitable spirit, One World Trade Center is the latest architectural icon to define the Big Apple’s skyline. One World Observatory sits at the 100th floor and gives visitors awe-inspiring views over Manhattan and beyond.
SPORTS TICKETS
The Surrey roof terrace
Talk to your Wonderlister and, season permitting, you could arrive in the Big Apple with tickets booked to see a ballgame at the Yankees’ stadium in the Bronx or watch the Knicks shoot hoops at Madison Square Garden. Authentic New York, guaranteed.
N E W YO R K P H I L H A R M O N I C
While you may not have heard the New York Philharmonic play, you’ll definitely recognise the orchestra’s home – Lincoln Center with its magnificent plaza and fountain – from countless movies. Your Wonderlister will be delighted to arrange all the details for a concert experience – including Champagne and pre-concert insights – that will have you calling for an encore.
MOMA VIP TOUR
Get an intimate guided tour of the Museum of Modern Art before it opens to the general public, or after its doors close for the day. Experiencing some of the finest artworks in the world without the customary crowds is every bit as special as it sounds.
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Go all out in the most extravagant country in the world
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ven seasoned travellers will find their jaws on the (immaculate marble) floor in Dubai. It’s unlike pretty much anywhere else on earth, and the perfect place to take your nearest and dearest for a weekend of indulgence.
The Wonderlist experience starts you off with the ultimate big night out. A limo will collect your party at sundown and cruise over to downtown for the illuminated dancing fountains (the world’s largest, of course). Enjoy with drinks at Neos bar, 63 floors up at The Address Downtown, or watch the spectacle from ground level at one of the many terrace bars. Next, you’ll be dropped off in style for dinner and a show at Pacha Ibiza Dubai at Madinat Souk. Spread across three floors, with a rooftop lounge bar and the funky Red Room, it really puts the ‘super’ into superclub. And that’s just the start of the adventure... Naturally, your Wonderlister is on hand to help plan your perfect Dubai celebration. If you’re feeling adventurous, you could take a helicopter ride around The Palm. Or, if you prefer the seas to the sky, how about catamaran sailing in the beautiful blue waters? Back on dry land, you’ll find Dubai is one of the best places to dine out in the world – fans of Japanese food will fall in love with Nobu Atlantis. From there, move on to one of the comfortable cabanas at the Nasimi Club.
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If you have a big group then this is the Ottoman palace for you. Each residence houses eight to 10 people in complete luxury: four-bed Lagoon residences overlook the tropical pool while five-bed Beach residences lead right onto the private beach. The views over the Arabian Gulf are stunningly beautiful, plus there’s the famous Voda bar and world-class food from a range of amazing restaurants. And yet the real star has to be the 8,000-square-metre spa. With three authentic Turkish hammams it’s a destination in its own right, and a go-to spot for Dubai’s ladies who spa. Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
THE ADDRESS DOWNTOWN DUBAI
You might think the name is a bit bold, but there’s no denying that The Address is the place to be: slap bang next door to the iconic Dubai Mall and its dancing fountains, with stunning views across Burj Khalifa, Mohammed Bin Rashid Boule and the old town. The spa and seven restaurants/bars are rightly lauded, and a series of crescent-shaped swimming pools spill into the view of the Dubai fountains and the 30-acre Burj Lake. Luxurious accommodation comes as standard – for real wow-factor, rooms with a balcony overlooking the fountains are a must.
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GROSVENOR HOUSE
If you want to experience what it’s like to live as a socialite in Dubai, the apartments at Grosvenor House are for you. The last word in chic urban living, they offer superb views across Dubai Marina with access to the beach and pool facilities at nearby Le Royal Meridien. And when you’re done sunning and swimming, you can enjoy maximum relaxation with a pampering at the lavish B/Attitude Spa. Grosvenor House is destination dining – a Gary Rhodes restaurant vies for your attention with Michelinstarred Vineet Bhatia’s Indian restaurant Indego. For aperitifs, sip bubbly with a view at Bar 44, named for its 44th-floor location, or head for a cocktail at Buddha Bar.
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H I G H T E A AT B U R J K H A L I FA
At.mosphere brings a new meaning to ‘high’ tea by serving it on level 122 of the world’s tallest building. Sit and enjoy a delicious cuppa (or a glass of bubbly), cakes and more. It certainly beats queuing for the observation deck.
P R I VA T E C A T A M A R A N T O U R
Get a new perspective on the city and flirt with a favourite pastime of Dubai’s elite. Travel to Dubai Marina and take your group on a private catamaran trip around The Palm, home to glorious residences, hotels and famous nightlife. Dubai Marina is also a great place to hang out post-cruise.
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With your own South African safari lodge, you can celebrate almost anything in spectacular style
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on’t tell the kids, but one of the rarest pleasures you can experience as an adult is not having to share. After all the flying straight, knuckling down and share-and-share-alike-ing, it can feel awfully good to have it all to
yourself now and then. We get it. We think it’s healthy. And it’s why we’ve curated this extraordinary South African safari adventure – your choice of three private safari lodges with experiences entirely dedicated to you and your intimate group. No one you don’t know. Just you, your party, and extraordinary locations to elevate any celebration into something truly epic. This is all about easy living and luxury that doesn’t put on airs and graces. Private accommodation for all your guests and shared areas that let you all feel at home. Put the kids to bed and enjoy your evening with complete peace of mind. Leave that novel on the armrest and know it will be there in the morning. Dine when it suits you with none of the preparation or washing up. You get to do all of this under vast African skies, with the savannah stretching out in all directions. And all on your schedule. Not up for a 5:30am game drive? Not a problem. You’ll experience drives to witness majestic wildlife up close and personal, at times that suit you and your guests. This is all about you, after all. Now admit it, not sharing sounds pretty good, doesn’t it?
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Jock Safari Lodge is located in Kruger National Park and is named after the plucky dog owned and loved by Sir Percy Fitzpatrick, the man whose adventures in the Bushveld in the late 19th century made him a local legend. Perfect for up to three couples, plus a few children, Fitzpatrick’s Lodge has three spacious bedrooms, each with the option to have a king or twin beds. The lounge and dining areas of the lodge are vast and give out onto a private outdoor living room where you’ll naturally gather after a day out, swapping stories over drinks while your dedicated staff prepare another mouthwatering meal. Rooms have their own private decks, there’s a private swimming pool, and the lodge is decorated in a traditional style with warm, welcoming tones and dark hardwood furniture.
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Sarili Lodge is named after a Xhosa chief who once reigned supreme over this area of what is now Shamwari Game Reserve. It’s a fittingly regal name for a majestic lodge that surveys Bushman’s River and the seemingly endless sweep of grassy plains below. If you can tear yourself away from the huge private decks that fringe the lodge, the interior reveals four magnificent bedrooms and one staggeringly gorgeous suite, all of which are decorated with contemporary flair that dials down the fusty colonial vibe in favour of clean unfussy lines and vibrant accent colours. With huge living and dining rooms, there’s plenty of space for everyone, while the lush, secluded inner courtyard is perfect for children to play in. The guest of honour will receive a complimentary head, neck and shoulder massage, and because Sarili Lodge has its own dedicated staff, nothing is ever too much trouble for anyone in your group.
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Ulusaba is Sir Richard Branson’s very own safari lodge and, as you’d expect, it’s a breathtaking space, with lodges clustered on the slopes of a koppie from which the ancient Shangaan warriors once surveyed the epic wilderness all around. Cliff Lodge can be booked exclusively and makes an unforgettable base for a safari. The lodge has a private deck with a large pool and jaw-dropping views, a spacious lounge with a fireplace, a separate kitchen and bar, plus a mini spa and gym. Given the luxury around you it’s unlikely you’ll ever want to go to sleep, but if you do, you and your party of up to five adults and four children can (pillow) fight over one huge two-bedroom suite, and a marginally less epic one-bedroom suite. Travelling with kids? Ulusaba’s Cubs’ Club will educate and entertain your own cubs throughout your stay.
A F R I C A S AVA N N A H P R I D E & P U R P O S E T O U R
Want to do something completely different? Pride ‘n Purpose is Ulusaba’s charitable arm, and you can include a volunteering experience in your stay and participate in hands-on projects with local communities.
G O L F AT L E O PA R D C R E E K G O L F C L U B
Course ‘hazards’ take on a whole new meaning at this spectacular golf club, where a round can see you playing within driving distance of crocodiles, hippos, buffalos, elephants and antelope.
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USA
Experience the new generation of Vegas luxury
as Vegas – a neon playground where spectacle
swoops of deliriously high-end rooms and suites, whose
and XXL excess thrive. Home to the biggest
extensive grounds drip with pools, lakes, a Manolo Blahnik
shows, hottest clubs, and an unapologetic
boutique, and the only 18-hole golf course attached to a resort
approach to indulgence that makes it one of the most
on the Strip. Check out two of the most breathtaking shows in
entertaining places on earth. But it’s changing, too.
Vegas, including Le Rêve (The Dream) – a dazzling water and fire
The tacky theme-park Vegas of old is steadily being
spectacular that unfolds daily in a purpose-built aqua theatre.
supplanted by a new breed of resort that’s more interested in
Or maybe you’d rather head to Encore, the main resort’s hipper,
sophisticated design and world-class spas. Resorts like the
younger sibling, to party all day long at the Encore Beach Club,
magnificent Wynn Las Vegas and the ultra-luxury Encore at
where DJs include the likes of David Guetta, Diplo and Kaskade.
Wynn Las Vegas. This is the Vegas to brag about – a because-
Hit Vegas with Wonderlist and we could organise an exclusive
you’re-worth-it excursion into a life of gilded glamour and
bit of VIP treatment in the shape of a private cabana for the
impossible cool.
afternoon, complete with fully stocked fridge, TV, safe, cabana
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host, and reserved lounge and patio. Just the thing to revive you Slack-jawed amazement is really the only acceptable response
after a night of Vegas abandon in XS (voted the number one
to Steve Wynn’s signature resort. Two commanding golden
nightclub in the US for five years on the trot).
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There’s no vanilla or entry-level accommodation at Wynn Las Vegas. Floor-toceiling windows give you wide-eyed-wonder views (go for Panoramic View rooms to get the best Strip vistas). Signature Wynn Dream Beds are spine-meltingly comfy, and the oversized bath is clearly designed for languorous, bubbly soaking. Throughout, the décor has a timeless elegance and thoughtful details that are the hallmark of a superlative hotel. Wynn Encore pool
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Encore takes Steve Wynn’s refined approach to Las Vegas glamour and ups the ante. There are no rooms at Encore – only 740-square-foot suites complete with Wynn Dream BedTM and touchscreen controls for lighting, in-room dining, curtains and privacy, plus two TVs. (Because if you can’t watch movies from an oversized marble tub, it’s just not Vegas.)
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To stay in the Tower Suites is to feel every bit the Vegas high roller. Both Wynn and Encore offer super-spacious suites with a bedroom, work area, living room and beautifully finished Italian marble bathroom. Plus some serious VIP treatment on top: guests enjoy a private entrance, dedicated concierge to help you get the most out of your stay, and access to the fitness centre and private Tower Suites pool. At the Wynn you’ll start every day with complimentary breakfast for two at Tableau. At Encore, you’ll kick off with a daily in-room breakfast during your stay along with other amenities.
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S H O W S T O P P E R S AT E N C O R E AT T H E W Y N N
Want to celebrate with a show with the finest choreography, a wonderful setting, a huge ensemble cast and rave reviews? Guests of Wynn Las Vegas or Encore benefit from access to the best seat selection in the house. Why not try the dinner and show pairing, with three courses of Italian-American cuisine and a cocktail at Sinatra?
INTRIGUE
Wynn Las Vegas is always the forerunner in Vegas nightlife, and we can give you the inside scoop on their newest concept, Intrigue, which will launch ready for summer 2016. Intrigue will feature state-of-the-art lighting and sound and a high-energy dance environment, plus a new glass-enclosed patio to give year-round views of the venue’s dramatic waterfall and spectacular pyrotechnics show. For ultimate discretion, a 1,200-square-foot private club within the club will be a social-media-free zone.
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Please note that height, weight and health restrictions may apply for some excursions.
ALL-INCLUSIVE ITINERARIES
Meals, if included, are based on table d’hôte menus. All-inclusive does not necessarily mean that unlimited food and beverages are available 24 hours a day. Hotels often place restrictions on restaurants and meal arrangements. Your allinclusive package may not include bottled mineral water. Meal plans commence after check in. You may be charged for motorised watersports and have time limits on some sporting activities. Some sports/facilities may have age or experience restrictions. Advertised watersports activities may be withdrawn if there are not enough participants for your chosen activity. In addition, we reserve the right to refuse your participation in any organised Virgin watersports activities, if in our opinion, or our supplier’s opinion, it would be unsafe for you to do so either for reasons of force majeure or medical reasons. Facilities such as tuition, free scubadives, health and beauty treatments etc are, when stated, offered free, but the number of sessions per guest will be limited.
FLIGHTS
The flights we use for our holidays are based on specially negotiated airfares, which enable us to offer these holidays at such beneficial prices. However, to take advantage of these airfares, the flights used may not necessarily take the most direct route. Some flights will require a change of aircraft en route. On direct flights, there is no need to change aircraft during the journey. However, stops may be made en route for refuelling or to let passengers on and/or off. All flight times and routings quoted are subject to change without notice. In regards to flights, Virgin Holidays reserves the right to change airlines or aircraft type at any time. Any changes in flight details will be notified to you. Please note, if you don’t use your outbound flight, your return flight will be cancelled. Inflight entertainment does not form part of your holiday. Virgin Atlantic aims to rectify any technical faults during the aircraft turnaround, however, neither Virgin Holidays nor Virgin Atlantic will be held responsible for any lack of availability due to technical faults or difficulties or aircraft changes.
BABY FOOD
Visitors are not permitted to take fresh milk or jars of baby food into the US and US Customs will confiscate it. Powder formula is allowed.
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B A G G A G E A L L O WA N C E
After we have received payment of the balance, approximately 14 days before departure, your flight tickets and holiday documentation will be sent to you.
As regards our flights, 1 piece up to 23kg per piece per person is the limit on transatlantic and Caribbean flights on board Virgin Atlantic. IMPORTANT – All individual pieces exceeding 23kg will be charged as excess baggage. 1 piece of hand baggage (10kg) is permitted for essential items only. If you are flying with other airlines or have internal flights booked, please check the baggage allowance as it may differ from Virgin Atlantic and you may have to pay to check in baggage on connecting flights. Excess charges will apply if you exceed the allowance permitted; please check with the applicable airline for more details. Some airlines and/or transfer companies may charge for golf club carriage. Oversize items, such as surfboards, will be charged for by the airline and local transfer company. Infants receive no baggage allowance.
Your contract is with Virgin Holidays Limited, a member of ABTA with membership number V2043 and ATOL holder number 2358.
It is important to check the details on your invoice when you get it, or if booking late at the time of booking, that all the details are exactly as you requested. In the event of any discrepancy, please contact us immediately as it may not be possible to make changes later.
The following terms in this brochure shall have the meanings set out below when used in these Booking Conditions:
These Booking Conditions apply equally to all members of your party named in the booking. Where the ‘lead name’ on the booking is booking on behalf of other persons, it is your responsibility to ensure that these Booking Conditions are brought to their attention and that they are familiar with them. We are entitled to assume that all members of your party have read these Booking Conditions. Any reference to ‘you’ or ‘your’ shall be deemed to include all named persons on the booking.
‘We’, ‘Our’, ‘Us’, ‘Virgin Holidays’ means Virgin Holidays Limited. ‘Holiday’ means the Holiday booked by you or any person on your behalf. ‘Force Majeure’ means any circumstances which are unusual and/or unforeseeable which are beyond the control of Virgin Holidays, the consequence of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, including (but not limited to) war or threat of war; riot; civil strife; hostilities; political unrest; government action; industrial dispute; natural or other disaster; nuclear incident; terrorist activity; weather conditions; closure of airports; fire; flood; drought; re-scheduling or cancellation of flights or alteration of the airline or aircraft type by an airline and technical problems with transportation and all similar events outside our control.
Only we, the ‘lead name’ on the booking and any other persons in your party and whose names appear on the booking shall have any rights to enforce these Booking Conditions. The ‘lead name’ who makes and pays for the booking must be at least 18 years old. A D VA N C E D R E G I S T R AT I O N
‘Major Change’ includes the following when made before departure:
These conditions and the ‘Useful Information’ in this brochure apply to all Holidays and govern your relationship with Virgin Holidays. Please read them carefully before making a booking.
Some accommodation providers and airlines only load their rooms/seats to sell approximately 10 months before the departure. If this applies, we will tell you at time of booking and will issue an invoice setting out the details of your booking and we will take a deposit. A contract will then exist between us on the basis that, the actual price payable will be the applicable price once the accommodation/ airline provider releases the rooms/seats. The flight timings and other details will be those confirmed by the airline at the time the seats are released and may differ from those advised at the time of booking. We will also advise you of the confirmed price, flight timings and other details when the seats are released for booking by the airline. You will then have 7 days to confirm whether you wish to continue with the booking on the basis of the confirmed price, flight timings and other details or cancel the holiday and receive a full refund. We will issue a revised invoice if you confirm that you wish to continue with the booking. We will refund your deposit if the flight seats/rooms do not become available. We will have no other liability and will not be responsible for refunding any other associated costs incurred.
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2. BROCHURE ACCURACY
When a booking is made, the ‘lead name’ on the booking guarantees that he or she has the authority to accept and does accept on behalf of all members of your party the terms of these booking conditions. After we receive your booking and all appropriate payments, if the arrangements you wish to book are available, we will issue a confirmation invoice. A binding agreement will come into existence between us when we dispatch this invoice to the ‘lead name’. This contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you are a resident in either of those jurisdictions.
Although Virgin Holidays make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the brochure information and pricing, regrettably errors do occasionally occur. You must therefore ensure you check the price and all other details of your chosen arrangements with us at the time of booking and when you receive your confirmation invoice.
(a) A change of resort area for the whole or a major part of your holiday, H O T E L / R E S O R T FA C I L I T I E S /A M E N I T I E S A N D D E S C R I P T I O N S
The hotels we feature are generally open year-round, so will have quieter times occasionally. This will enable you to take advantage of, for example, uncrowded beaches and a more personal service from hotel staff. However, this may mean that hotels scale down the availability of some facilities, such as the number of restaurants open or their opening hours, to reflect the number of guests. While the descriptions and information contained within this brochure about the hotels and resorts were accurate at the time of going to print, there can be changes subsequent to the printing of the brochure. Where possible, we will try our best to notify you of any changes that may affect your holiday. The information provided in our brochure relating to resort descriptions, local events or markets, resort attractions, restaurants etc. is offered in good faith and we therefore ask, should this be important to you, that you check the details independently. If you are unsure about the suitability of a destination we ask that you seek supplementary information which can be obtained from tourist offices and the internet, etc.
BUILDING WORK
Sometimes redecoration work or building work can commence at or near a hotel. These circumstances are beyond our control and we do not always receive advance notification. We will notify you as soon as possible, if we consider that building work will have a significant effect on the enjoyment of your holiday. C A M O U F L A G E P R I N T M AT E R I A L
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO
Some islands in the Caribbean prohibit camouflage print material. This can be extended to items of clothing and baggage. To avoid any inconvenience, we would advise all passengers to refrain from packing/carrying such items.
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RESORT
HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s15) Paid theme park admission required. Early Park Admission begins one (1) hour prior to regularly scheduled park opening to one (1) Universal Orlando theme park as determined by Universal Orlando. Valid at select attractions at each park. Universal Orlando Resort reserves the right to open alternative attractions in the event that a technical problem arises or an attraction opening is delayed. Additional restrictions may apply.
C H E C K - I N / C H E C K - O U T I N F O R M AT I O N
The standard international practice is to let rooms from 12 noon to 12 noon. However, times do vary. Check-in times are usually between 2.00pm and 3.00pm, check-out times between 11.00am and 12 noon on the day of departure. Therefore, if your flight arrives early in the morning, you may not be able to check in to your hotel
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(b) A change of accommodation to that of a lower official classification for the whole or a major part of your holiday, (c) A change of UK departure airport (excluding change of London airports), (d) A change of outward departure time or overall length of your holiday of twelve or more hours. ‘Package’ means a package as defined in the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992.
3 . PA S S P O R T S , V I S A S , H E A LT H R E Q U I R E M E N T S A N D T R AV E L D O C U M E N T S
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents before departure and for ensuring that you meet any foreign entry requirements. A full and valid passport is required for destinations
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we feature (including children) and Visas (transit, business, tourist or otherwise) may be required for some destinations and depending on the passport you hold. Requirements may change and the length of time it is likely to take to obtain the appropriate passports and visas will vary. It is your responsibility to check the up to date position and you should make any applications for passports and/or visas in good time before your departure. Virgin Holidays accepts no liability if you or any member of your party are refused entry into any country due to failure to hold the correct passport, visa and/or other travel documentation required by any airline, authority or country you are visiting or transiting through (whether or not you are required to leave the aircraft) including but not limited to a valid ESTA as referred to in clause 3.2.
where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where we aren’t able do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. If you book arrangements other than a package holiday (e.g. accommodation only), the financial protection referred to above does not apply.
3 . 1 If you are a British citizen you are advised to contact HM Passport Office for
up to date information on your passport requirements. If you or any member of your party is not a British Citizen or holds a non-British passport, you must check passport and visa requirements with your relevant Embassy, consulate or passport office for information on visa and passport requirements relevant to your Travel Arrangements and your return to the UK, and the consulate or Embassy in the destination(s) in which you are intending to travel, prior to booking. Virgin Holidays has no special knowledge or expertise regarding foreign entry requirements or travel documents. We recommend that you review travel warnings, announcements, prohibitions and advisory notices issued by all relevant governments regularly prior to your departure. Some destinations may require a letter of authority if children are not accompanied by both legal guardians. Please check with the authorities in the relevant destination if this applies.
If you have booked a Package which is flight inclusive and which commences in the Republic of Ireland, we hold a Travel Agents Licence Number TA0743 issued by the Commission for Aviation Regulation as a requirement have arranged an approved secure bond. This means that when you book a Package with us you can be entirely confident that in the unlikely event of our insolvency before or during your booked trip, if you are overseas full arrangements will be made to repatriate you at the end of your trip by CAR and any money you have paid to us is fully secured by ATOL.
3 . 2 U S A – T R AV E L A U T H O R I S AT I O N ( E S TA )
It is mandatory for anyone travelling to or transferring through the US under the Visa Waiver Program, to obtain approval to travel no later than 72 hours prior to travel by completing an online process ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) scheme. The cost of an ESTA is currently approximately $14 per person and can be obtained by visiting https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov or the Visit USA website at www.visitusa.org.uk where further information on the scheme and the up to date fee can also be found. Once completed and approved, the ESTA application is valid for two years and allows multiple visits without the need to reapply. Failure to obtain an ESTA could result in the passenger being denied boarding by the airline.
7 . 1 For Packages, changes in fees (including but not limited to transportation costs, fuel costs, dues, taxes, fees such as landing taxes or embarkation/ disembarkation fees at ports/airports and exchange rates) and services mean that the price of your travel arrangements (or any part of them) may change after you have booked your holiday. However, there will be no change to the cost of your holiday within 30 days of departure.
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7 . 2 In relation to the price of Packages, we will absorb, and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to up to 2% of the price of your total travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration charge of £1.00 per person. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your total travel arrangements (excluding insurance premiums and amendments charges), you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality, you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of monies paid, except for any amendment charges and cancellation charges already incurred. We will consider at our discretion an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Should you decide to cancel due to a price increase of more than 10%, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your invoice.
Note: if the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges from your insurance company. Your insurance premium is non-refundable by us.
You, or any named member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time prior to departure. Written notification by mail or e-mail from the ‘lead name’ on the booking or your Travel Agent, must be received at our offices. Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will be required to pay the applicable cancellation charges shown in the grid below.
HOLIDAY CANCELLATION CHARGES
7 . 3 Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of the total cost of your holiday, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel arrangements due to contractual and other protections in place.
In order to confirm your chosen arrangements, you must pay a non-refundable deposit, which may be higher than the standard deposit to secure specific types of airline tickets, tours, cruises etc, and this will be confirmed to you at time of booking. (If booking within 12 weeks of departure full payment will be required by credit card or debit card.) The balance of the cost of your arrangements (including any surcharge where applicable) is due not less than 12 weeks prior to departure. If we do not receive this balance in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you in which case the cancellation charges set out in clause 9 will become payable.
3 . 3 H E A LT H R E Q U I R E M E N T S
You should consult your doctor for current recommendations and information on inoculations or vaccinations before you depart relevant to the destination you will be visiting or transiting through during your trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit to travel and meet all health entry requirements, obtain recommended inoculations, vaccinations take all recommended medication and follow all medical advice before departure. For medical advice regarding all destinations you intend to visit or transit through during your trip you should consult your doctor and the Department of Health’s website in advance. We recommend that you take evidence of your up to date inoculations or vaccinations with you when travelling as it may be required for entry into a country or destination. Virgin Holidays shall not be liable if you are refused entry into any country or destination because you cannot show that you have received all required inoculations or vaccinations or because you do not satisfy the health requirements of any destination. Travel to certain destinations may involve greater risk than others. You are strongly recommended to review any travel warnings, prohibitions, announcements or advisories issued or updated by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Travel Advice Unit prior to booking your international travel arrangements and regularly prior to departure.
We accept payment by, credit card and debit card – direct credit card payments to Virgin Holidays by VISA/Mastercard will incur a charge of 1.5% of the value of the transaction (these charges are correct at time of print and we reserve the right to increase/decrease these charges and you will be advised at the time of booking). Late bookings made within 14 days prior to departure may require ticket pickup at the airport. An administration charge of £25 per booking will apply. B O O K I N G T H R O U G H V I R G I N H O L I D AY S R E TA I L S T O R E S AND CALL CENTRE
If you make a booking with us through our dedicated retail stores and call centre rather than booking online, a non-refundable booking fee will be charged. CREDIT CARD FRAUD CONTINGENCY
If you do not supply the correct credit or debit card billing address and/or cardholder information, your booking will not be confirmed, the issue of your tickets may be delayed and the overall cost may increase. We reserve the right to cancel your holiday if payment is declined for any reason or if you have supplied incorrect credit or debit card information. We also reserve the right to carry out random checks (including but limited to a search of the electoral roll) in order to minimise credit or debit card fraud. As a result of this, before issuing tickets we may require you to provide us with a postal copy of proof of address, a copy of your credit or debit card and a recent statement. If Virgin becomes aware of, or is notified of, any fraud or illegal activity associated with the payment for the booking, the booking will be cancelled you will be liable for all costs and expenses arising from such cancellation, without prejudice to any action that may be taken against us.
4. INSURANCE
We consider adequate travel insurance to be essential and we strongly advise you and all members of your party to obtain it prior to departure for the full period of your trip booked. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance policy you purchase is suitable, covers your requirements (including but not limited to health requirements and car hire requirements) and is adequate for your particular needs and Travel Arrangements. Please read and take it with you on holiday
7. Y O U R H O L I D AY P R I C E
There are no prices in this brochure to allow you the flexibility of selecting your own itinerary including any hotels, flights, experiences and toppings you require. You will need to contact us to book and we will be able to provide a current price for your chosen itinerary as well as any toppings or extras.
5 . YO U R F I N A N C I A L P R OT E C T I O N
We provide full financial protection by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2358. When you buy the accommodation and an ATOL protected flight from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected,
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% of total booking price*
More than 84 days
Loss of deposit
57-84 days
30%
37-56 days
50%
22-36 days
70%
7-21 days
90%
Less than 7 days
100%
* In some cases the deposit may be a higher amount to secure your arrangements, this will be non-refundable and the charges will be added to the cancellation charges above.
8 . I F YO U C H A N G E YO U R B O O K I N G 6 . P AY I N G F O R Y O U R H O L I D AY
Period before departure within which notice of cancellation is received by us in writing
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes (subject to these Booking Conditions and any applicable charges being paid by you), but it may not always be possible. All amendments are subject to availability and eligibility to make changes and actual charges applying will be advised to you when you request the change. Any request for changes to be made must be from the ‘lead name’ on the booking. If we agree and are able to make the changes requested, you will be asked to pay an administration charge of £35 per person and any further cost we incur in making this alteration. In cases where the administration charges made by our Suppliers are higher we reserve the right to pass on such charges to you.
Our cancellation charges are a percentage of the total holiday cost, (not including your insurance premium). These charges are based on how many days before your departure we receive your cancellation notice and not when your correspondence was sent to us. Please note that any amendment charges are non-refundable. For insurance premiums, you should refer to your insurance provider’s cancellation policy. Please note: If you have booked a cruise, any cancellation or amendments (including name changes) will incur an additional charge to the amendment or cancellation charges stated above, in line with the relevant cruise line’s charges.
You are permitted (under the Regulations) to transfer individuals’ names, if any named person on a booking is prevented from travelling as a result of illness, the death of a close relative, jury service or other significant reason. Subject to receipt of satisfactory evidence of such reason we will at our discretion agree to that named individual’s booking being transferred to another person, which will be subject to the amendment fee of £35 per person and any additional charges made by any Supplier being paid by you. We will advise you of these charges at the time of your request. Any changes of the individuals named in the booking are conditional on the substitute individual accepting these Booking Conditions and otherwise satisfying all the conditions applicable to the Package. Name change requests within 48 hours of the date of departure cannot be guaranteed. As most airlines do not permit name changes after tickets have been issued for any reason, these charges are likely to be the full cost of the flight. If you request to change all names on a booking, this will be considered as a cancellation and new booking and full cancellation charges will apply.
Please note that, in the case of cancellation after receipt of documents, no refund will be given unless unused tickets are returned to us. Please note, if only some members of your party cancel, in addition to incurring the applicable cancellation charges, we will recalculate the holiday cost for the remaining travellers. You may have to pay the extra room charges such as single room supplements. In cases where cancellation charges made by our suppliers are higher than the cost of the deposit, we may pass the charge on to you. Please ask for full details and we will notify you of the specific charges applicable to your booking. After departure no refund will be made on any part-used components of your holiday (e.g. unused flights, unused car hire or as a result of early check-out). You will be charged 100% of the price of all part-used components.
You should be aware that any amendment costs or fees could also increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made. Only one change of departure date, per booking may be permitted, subject to availability. Any change in departure date will be treated as a cancellation and full cancellation charges will apply. In addition, you will be asked to pay an admin fee of £35 per person and a new deposit per person to secure the new departure date. Any further changes may be treated as a cancellation by you and result in cancellation charges being applied.
All amendment or cancellation charges become payable by you immediately upon confirmation of the amendment or cancellation. Note: Certain arrangements may not be cancelled after they have been confirmed and any cancellation could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.
Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended after they have been confirmed and any alteration could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements. In some cases, any changes made may mean you having to pay for the cancelled arrangements and purchasing new ones at full cost.
1 0 . I F W E C H A N G E O R C A N C E L Y O U R H O L I D AY
We begin planning the arrangements we offer many months in advance and so we reserve the right to make changes to and correct errors in holiday details both before and after bookings have been confirmed. We must also reserve the right to cancel confirmed bookings at any time. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached we may have to cancel it.
We reserve the right to increase or change the fees referred to above at any time.
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Most changes are minor but occasionally, we may have to make a Major Change. If we have to make a Major Change or cancel, we will tell you as soon as possible and if there is time to do so before departure, we will offer you the choice of the following options:
main meal and in the event of a longer delay, wherever possible, you will receive meals and accommodation appropriate for the time of day. We are not always in a position at the time of booking to confirm the carrier(s), aircraft type and flight timings which will be used in connection with your flight. Where we are only able to inform you of the likely carrier(s) at the time of booking, we shall inform you of the identity of the actual carrier(s) or any change in the identity of the actual carrier(s) as soon as we become aware of this. The carrier(s), flight timings and types of aircraft shown in this brochure and detailed on your confirmation invoice are for guidance only and are subject to alteration and confirmation. The latest timings will be shown on your tickets which will be despatched to you approximately two weeks before departure. You must accordingly check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct flight times. It is possible that flight times may be changed even after tickets have been despatched - we will contact you as soon as possible if this occurs. Any change in the identity of the carrier(s), flight timings, and/or aircraft type will not entitle you to cancel or change to other arrangements without paying our normal charges.
(a) (For Major Changes) accepting the changed arrangements or (b) Purchasing alternative arrangements from us, of a similar standard to those originally booked if available (if the chosen alternative is less expensive than your original one, we will refund the difference but if it is more expensive, we will ask you to pay the difference) or (c) Cancelling or accepting the cancellation in which case you will receive a full and quick refund of all monies you have paid to us. However, we will not cancel your confirmed booking 12 weeks or less before departure except for reasons of “Force Majeure” (as explained above) or failure by you to make full payment on time. Due to the unpredictability of Force Majeure events we shall not be liable for any changes either before departure or during the holiday, which in our opinion are necessary to protect your safety. In this event, we will offer you suitable alternative arrangements, or, if you do not travel, return the monies you have paid us but we will not pay you compensation.
This brochure is our responsibility, as your tour operator. It is not issued on behalf of, and does not commit the airlines mentioned herein or any airline whose services are used in the course of your travel arrangements. Please note that, in accordance with Air Navigation Orders, in order to qualify for infant status, a child must be under 2 years of age on the day of its return flight.
In all cases, except where the Major Change arises due to reasons of Force Majeure and subject to the exceptions below, we will pay you the following compensation as detailed below:
Please note the existence of a ‘community list’ (available for inspection at http://europa.eu) detailing air carriers that are subject to an operating ban with the EU Community. 1 2 . B E H AV I O U R
COMPENSATION
When you book a Holiday with Virgin Holidays you accept responsibility for the proper conduct for yourself and your party whilst on Holiday. If we or any other person in authority or any Supplier of any service is of the reasonable opinion that you or any member of your party is behaving in such a way as to cause or be likely to cause danger or upset to any other person or damage to property, we will be entitled to terminate the holiday of the person(s) concerned with immediate effect. The person(s) concerned will be required to leave the aircraft, accommodation or other service and shall not be permitted to travel or reside in the travel arrangement booked and we will have no further responsibility to you or them including any return travel arrangements. No refunds will be made and we will not pay any expenses or costs incurred as a result of the termination. You will be responsible for making full payment for any damage or loss caused by you or any member of your party during your time away. Payment must be paid direct at the time the damage or loss was caused to the service supplier concerned failing which, you will be responsible for meeting any claims subsequently made against us (together with our and the other party’s full legal costs) as a result of your actions. If we incur any expenses as a result of your behaviour you shall fully compensate us for that expense on demand.
These scales are based on how many days before your booked holiday departure date, we notify you of a Major Change. Period before departure when a Major Compensation payable per adult Change is notified (for children see below) More than 84 days
£0.00
29-84 days
£25.00
15-28 days
£35.00
7-14 days
£40.00
Less than 7 days
£50.00
Please note that the above payments are per full fare-paying passenger (excluding infants). For children invoiced at reduced rates, compensation will be paid on a prorata basis of the adult rate. We will not pay you compensation and the above options will not be available if we make a minor change or cancel as a result of your failure to make full payment on time. We regret we cannot pay any expenses, costs or losses incurred by you as a result of any change or cancellation. We will not pay you compensation if we cancel because there has been any fraud or illegal activity involved in the payment of your booking on your credit or debit card.
You should be aware that some Suppliers may authorise or charge your payment card at check-in as a deposit for any incidentals such as room service, telephone calls or other hotel services or for damage or incidents occurring during your stay. Some Suppliers may require a cash deposit upon check-in for customers who do not have a payment card. The amount authorised or charged can vary considerably depending on the Supplier and/or the destination. It is your responsibility to ensure sufficient funds or credit are available to cover the amount required by the Supplier. Virgin Holidays is not responsible for setting the amount of any deposit required and if you have any queries you should contact the Supplier prior to departure.
We will not pay you compensation where we make a Major Change or cancel more than 12 weeks before departure or in the event of Force Majeure. Very rarely, we may be forced by Force Majeure to change or terminate your arrangements after departure. If this situation does occur, we regret we will be unable to make any refunds (unless we obtain any from our suppliers), pay you compensation or meet any costs or expenses you incur as a result.
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In the unlikely event that you have any reason to complain or experience any problems with your holiday arrangements whilst away, you must immediately inform our representative and the supplier of the service(s) in question and complete a report form whilst in resort. Most problems or complaints can be resolved while you are away, however if not resolved, please call us on 0344 557 8830 option 2, email us at
[email protected] or write to Customer Relations Department at Virgin Holidays Limited, The VHQ, Fleming Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9DF within 28 days of your return to the UK giving your booking reference and full details of your complaint and all other relevant information. Please keep your letter concise and to the point. This will assist us to quickly identify your concerns and speed up our response to you. Please also see clause 14 below on ABTA.
11. FLIGHT
Under EU Law, you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from the airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Reimbursement in such cases is the responsibility of the airline and will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday price from us. Your rights to a refund and/or compensation from us are set out in clause 10. If you are delayed for a reason other than Force Majeure and in respect of the main flights included in your Holiday, if the delay exceeds 4 hours we will ensure that you receive light refreshments from the airline; if it exceeds 6 hours, you will receive a
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If this procedure is not followed we will not have the opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint whilst in resort and this may affect your rights under this contract.
respect of a claim or part of a claim, we will not be obliged to make a payment to you for that claim or part of the claim. When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the transport provider or hotelier for the complaint or claim in question. Copies of the applicable international conventions and regulations are available from us on request. In any circumstances in which the carrier is liable to you by virtue of the Denied Boarding Regulation 2004, any liability we may have to you under our contract with you, arising out of the same facts, is limited to the remedies provided under the Regulation as if (for this purpose only) we were a carrier; any sums you receive from the carrier will be deducted from any amount due from ourselves.
1 4 . W H AT H A P P E N S T O C O M P L A I N T S
We are a Member of ABTA, membership number V2043. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com
(7) Local Excursions/Activities/Events We will not accept responsibility for services or facilities which do not form part of our agreement or where they are not advertised in our brochure. For example any excursion you book whilst away, or any service or facility which your hotel or any other supplier agrees to provide for you. Excursions, tours, activities or other events that you may choose to book or pay for through our concierge service or whilst you are on holiday (“Local Events”) are not part of your package holiday provided by us and these brochure terms and conditions do not apply. For any Local Event your contract will be with the supplier of that Local Event and not with us. We are not responsible for the provision of the Local Event or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by the supplier. Please note that this position also includes all hazardous activities.
1 5 . O U R L I A B I L I T Y TO YO U
(1) In respect of the Accommodation and Flights We promise that your Holiday arrangements will be made, performed or provided with reasonable skill and care. This means that we will accept responsibility if, for example, you suffer death or personal injury or your contracted arrangements are not provided as promised or prove deficient as a result of the failure of ourselves, our employees, agents or suppliers to use reasonable skill and care in making, performing or providing your arrangements. Further, we will be responsible for what our employees, agents and suppliers do or do not do if they were at the time acting within the course of their employment or carrying out work we had asked them to do.
(8) The services and facilities included in your holiday will be deemed to be provided with reasonable skill and care if they comply with any local regulations which apply, or, if there are no applicable local regulations, if they are reasonable when compared to the local standards in practice.
(2) In respect of other arrangements We promise to use reasonable skill and care in the performance of our contractual obligations, subject to and in accordance with these Booking Conditions. Our contractual obligations consist of using our reasonable skill and care in making your booking and arranging your accommodation/car hire/ flight, as well as using our reasonable skill and care in choosing our suppliers.
(9) Every occurrence of Force Majeure, including but not limited to the interruption of means of communication or a strike by carriers, accommodation providers or air traffic controllers, will lead to the suspension of the obligations in these Booking Conditions that are affected by such Force Majeure event and we shall not be liable as a result of our inability to meet such obligations as a result of such event.
(3) In respect of Packages and other arrangements We will not be responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, cost or other claim of any description whatsoever which results from:
1 6 . D ATA P R O T E C T I O N / P R I VA C Y
• The act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected or any member(s) of their party or
In order to process your booking and meet your requirements, we must pass your personal details on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. We would also like to hold your information (including any email address), where collected by us, for our own and the Virgin Holidays family group future marketing purposes (for example, to inform you of promotional/competition offers or to send you our brochure). If you do not wish to receive such approaches in future, please inform us as soon as possible. For full details of our data protection and privacy policy, and an explanation of how your personal details will be used by us, please refer to our website at virginholidays.co.uk
• The act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of your arrangements and which were unforeseeable or unavoidable or • ‘Force Majeure’ as defined above. (4) Except as specifically set out in these conditions, we will not accept any further or different liability than the Package Travel, Package Tours and Package Holidays Regulations impose. It is your responsibility to show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make a claim against us.
1 7. S P E C I A L R E Q U E S T S A N D M E D I C A L P R O B L E M S
(5) We limit the maximum amount we may have to pay you for any claims you may make against us. The maximum amount we will have to pay you where we are found liable for loss of and/or damage to any luggage or personal possessions (including money) is £50 per person affected unless a lower limitation applies to your claim under this clause.
If you wish to make a special request, you must do so at the time of booking. We will try to pass any reasonable requests on to the relevant supplier but we cannot guarantee that requests will be met. The fact that a special request has been noted on your confirmation invoice or any other documentation or that it has been passed on to the supplier is not confirmation that the request will be met. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract on our part unless the request has been specifically confirmed.
For all other claims which do not involve death or personal injury, the maximum amount we will have to pay you if we are found liable to you on any basis is three times the price (excluding insurance premiums and amendment charges) paid by or on behalf of the person(s) affected in total unless a lower limitation applies to your claim. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you have not received any benefit at all from your holiday.
We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. As some of the accommodation and resorts featured may lack even the simplest facilities, such as ramps for wheelchairs, lifts etc, it is important that, when booking, you advise us of any disabilities and special requirements to make sure the holiday meets your specific needs. If we reasonably feel unable to properly accommodate the particular needs of the person(s) concerned, we will not confirm the booking or, if full details are not given at the time of booking, cancel when we become aware of these details. For further assistance, please call the Virgin Holidays’ Special Assistance Department on 0344 557 3998.
(6) Where any claim or part of a claim (including those involving death or personal injury) concerns or is based on any travel arrangements (including the process of getting on and/or off the transport concerned) provided by any air, sea, rail or road carrier or any stay in a hotel, the maximum amount of compensation we will have to pay you will be limited. The most we will have to pay you for that claim or that part of a claim if we are found liable to you on any basis is the most the carrier or hotel keeper concerned would have to pay under the international convention or regulation which applies to the travel arrangements or hotel stay in question (for example, the Montreal Convention for international travel by air and/or for airlines with an operating license granted by an EU country, the EU Regulation on Air Carrier Liability for national and international travel by air, the Athens convention for international travel by sea). Where a carrier or hotel would not be obliged to make any payment to you under the applicable International Convention or Regulation in
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