Get away from it all this year with these incredible travel experiences

Planning your next break? No matter where you have in mind, this curated list of chic villas, idyllic destinations and fascinating guided tours could save you hours trawling the internet.

Nestled in the very heart of Italy, Le Marche and the village of Cartoceto are some of the country’s hidden gems.

Villa Cartoceto, a charming B&B in Le Marche with only four rooms, is the perfect spot for a memorable break. Here, you can enjoy Italy in its purest form and taste high-quality and organically certified olive oil, red and white wines, among other produce from its own farm.

Right across the street, Osteria del Cardinale boasts authentic Italian food, with a menu that includes dishes such as risotto with organically grown artichokes, and polpo, piselli e menta (octopus, peas and mint). Are you ready for a taste of authentic Italy? Book your stay now at villacartoceto.eu.

A large private waterfront property in coastal Montenegro, Dulamerovic Resort offers a wide choice of attractions and amenities for every type of traveller.

Boasting 13 bungalows, 15 villas and six hotel rooms with Adriatic Sea views, here luxury has been built into every element. For an unparalleled experience, guests can also stay in the exclusive penthouse suite, finished with a large wraparound terrace, a private whirlpool bath and panoramic sea views.

The family-friendly resort also has access to two outdoor pools and a private pebble beach, as well as a spa centre, restaurant, beach bar, miniature golf and children’s playroom. It’s also available for buyouts and corporate events.

Book now at dulamerovicresort.com and enjoy special pricing on cocktails throughout your stay with code SAVE24D.

Villsy is a leading Croatian villa rental company with a local office in Istria. Family-owned and operated, it takes pride in taking special care for guests, ensuring they have a relaxing and restful stay.

It boasts a selection of more than 1,000 villas, all with a private pool, set in the most beautiful part of Croatia’s Adriatic coast. Villas are handpicked to ensure they’re of the highest quality; they range from luxury options with a pool, wellness area, sauna and sea views to small, romantic villas for couples in search of a quiet, relaxing holiday.

Keen to rent a beautiful villa in Croatia? Find your perfect stay at villsy.com.

Scent of Sicily offers holiday villa rentals in Sicily, along with various complimentary services such as local tours, cultural experiences and Sicilian food tasting to enhance the holiday experience.

The company has a wonderful selection of villas with pools in charming locations – some are deep in the countryside surrounded by nature while others are close to the coast or near the island’s many beautiful ancient towns.

Each villa has been hand-picked and character is their main feature – these Sicilian buildings are characterised by their sights, scents, sunny horizons, fresh sea breezes, warm evenings and vibrant colours. The team are also on hand to ensure guests have an exceptional and memorable experience, from making the initial booking right through to every day of their stay.

Get up to 20 per cent off with code INDI24 when you book at scent-of-sicily.com. Offer valid until 30 April 2024.

Looking for new places to explore, and new friends to meet? Feel Free Travel specialises in providing group tours for solo travellers in their twenties and thirties, with group sizes averaging between 14 to 18 people. 

Tours are focused around authentic experiences, and include accommodation, activities, top-secret stops, a handful of meals and all your transport while on the trip including an airport pickup on arrival. 

Discover Thailand on a ‘Best of Thailand’ itinerary, which allows you to explore the bustling streets of Bangkok as well as the pristine beaches of Krabi and Phi Phi. Alternatively, uncover the magic of Bali or Sri Lanka on a range of exciting tours.

Wherever you fancy, and whatever the type of holiday you’re looking for, Feel Free Travel can help. Get 10 per cent off new bookings with code SAVE-10 (offer valid until 1 August 2024) at feelfreetravel.com. 

Vilamoura, a popular destination in the Algarve, is brimming with exciting plans and projects. From new sport and leisure facilities to tourist and residential properties, there will be an abundance of brand-new amenities to supplement the destination’s beautiful landscape with sandy beaches and clear waters.

Vilamoura World is the resort’s master planner and has begun constructing the new marina that’s an addition to what’s already Portugal’s largest. Three pontoons with 68 berths will be installed, all equipped with the latest technology to provide first-class facilities, sustainability, and user comfort.

Vilamoura is evolving, turning into something even more extraordinary. It’s a place to visit, live, and invest in that combines the comfort of a chic resort with the convenience of having everything at arm’s length.

Nothing about Vilamoura is obvious or plain, and no two days are alike. Find out more at vilamouraworld.com.

Founded in 2012, Villa Finder is a leading holiday villa company with a strong focus on quality and guest experience. It boasts villas in far-flung destinations including Ibiza, Majorca, Sri Lanka, Bali, Phuket and Koh Samui, among others.

Each of the villas is of the highest possible quality, at both luxury and affordable price points. Throughout their stay, guests will have access to Villa Finder’s concierge service, which is able to assist with requests ranging from car rentals and babysitters to surprise parties and romantic dinners – no request is too big or too small.

Explore the beauty of Ibiza at Villa La Morenta, the perfect destination for a family holiday with five bedrooms, a swimming pool and idyllic surroundings. Elsewhere, in Majorca, Can Carino boasts large gardens with tropical greenery, a private swimming pool and four bedrooms with garden views.

Ready to find your perfect stay? Discover more at villa-finder.com.

North Wales Holiday Cottages is a holiday letting agency that’s been based in Conwy for nearly 60 years. Established in 1966, it’s the oldest independent holiday letting agency in all of Wales, and a name you can trust.

North Wales Holiday Cottages has a diverse portfolio of luxury stays and cosy cottages all over this picturesque area and parts of Mid Wales, too. This is a region that’s famed for its rugged mountains, breathtaking coastline and the amazing landscapes of Eryri National Park, sometimes referred to as Snowdonia.

With exceptional waterfalls, castles and beaches, North Wales boasts places to stay that will suit everyone, from solo travellers to couples, families and groups. Find the right one for you at northwalesholidaycottages.co.uk.

Since 2006, Villatravellers has been providing high-quality villas in Sicily to guests from all over the world.

Its range of villas in both Sicily and Puglia spans seafront properties, countryside villas, villas with swimming pools and whirlpool baths or villas with direct access to the beach. Guests can find exactly the villa they’re dreaming of, whether they’re looking for a romantic getaway or a large family holiday.

From large-scale traditional villas to contemporary properties with all the latest mod cons, all properties are regularly inspected by the team, so that top quality is ensured. Villatravellers also offers extra experiences to make holidays even more memorable – guests can book boat trips, cooking lessons, wine tastings, street food tours or in-villa cooking services, too.

While at the villas, guests have 24/7 access to local assistance for help, and can download the villatravellers app to request extra services and find out information about the local area. Find a villa to suit you in Sicily at villatravellers.com.

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