St James’s Club Morgan Bay, Saint Lucia
expert ASK THE
“Clients are attracted by the value for money of all-inclusive holidays. With meals, drinks and many activities taken care of, they get a lot of holiday for their cash. Also, there
are no worries about exchange rate fluctuations or unforeseen costs. In some destinations there might not be easy access to local facilities, but at an all-inclusive, clients have what they need right on the doorstep.
Agents should look for the variety of inclusions – the number of
Spend
Alila Diwa, Goa: Clients looking to go farther afield? Goa has highs of 33C in December and activities from camel riding to waterfall trekking, scuba diving to flea-market shopping. Cream of the all-inclusive crop has to be Alila Diwa, set in a secluded spot surrounded by coconut groves and rice paddies, and designed in Indonesian style with water features, open-air courtyards and high-beamed ceilings, in idyllic grounds. An infinity pool overlooks the paddy fields, and the food is outstanding, with authentic Goan cuisine and complimentary cooking classes. Yoga sessions, a spa and
mini theatre add extra welly. Book it: A week’s all-inclusive in a Terrace Room costs from £1,443 per person with The Goa Experience, including flights and private airport transfers.
Dreams Vista Cancun Resort & Spa, Cancun: You’re certainly not short on options in Mexico, but for clients wanting to try something new, suggest this soon-to-open family resort. Set in the rather exclusive gated community of Puerta del Mar, it promises to be at the forefront of contemporary style, with ultra-modern architecture and a plethora of selling points, from its
For a luxury
stay within budget, offer this beachfront retreat set in a private cove
rooftop pool to comprehensive spa, surf pools to Spanish lessons and beach parties to tequila tastings, much of which is included in the brand’s Unlimited Luxury deal. Book it: Funway Holidays offers seven nights from £1,250, based on two flying from Heathrow on December 12.
66 3 OCTOBER 2019
restaurants and whether any require a supplement, whether watersports or excursions are included, and if
customers are travelling with children, the availability of kids’ or teens’ clubs.”
Malcolm Davies, product destination manager, Funway Holidays
St James’s Club Morgan Bay, Saint Lucia: Beyond Mexico there’s plenty of year-round sunshine and Caribbean vibes, not least in Saint Lucia. For a luxury stay within budget, offer this beachfront retreat in a private cove. The rooms’ bright decor reflects the environs, and activities range from wakeboarding to water skiing, sailing to jewellery- making, and more. Castries market is nearby, while the soaring Pitons beckon wannabe climbers. Book it: Prices start at £229 per room per night based on two adults sharing a Garden View Room in November, when booked through JTA Travel.
travelweekly.co.uk
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84
