Special holidays like no other
Whether you’re planning your engagement holidays, anniversary holidays, birthday holidays or retirement holidays, we know that your aim is always the same: perfection. With a variety of tailor-made holidays available, incorporating stunning white sand beaches, exciting cultural excursions and fine wine tasting, your special occasion getaway will be just that. To find your ideal location, our Travel Specialists have created a handpicked collection of the most incredible special occasion holiday ideas, ready to be tailored to your personal preferences.
Celebrations & big birthday holiday ideas
Celebrate your or a loved ones birthday in style this year. It doesn't have to be complicated. With a helping hand, you can rest assured that your special holiday destinations will be something to remember. Our experts have selected the finest hotspots for your celebration holidays, each paired with 5-star resorts.
Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Platinum Hospitality
Witness the gripping Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale in style with our sister brand, Spectate, the UK’s leading experts in p...
Necker Island
British Virgin-islands
Considered by many to be the most exclusive Caribbean holiday destination, this private island playground attracts an ar...
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Palazzo Avino
Amalfi-coast
Small luxury hotel Palazzo Avino occupies a wonderfully secluded spot high on Ravello’s hillside. After a sun-soaked day...
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Grand Hotel Tremezzo
Italian-lakes
This luxury hotel combines an iconic setting with truly exquisite service, quintessential Italian style and amazing spac...
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Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Maldives
The style-conscious will certainly be happy at this resort, whether dining in a treetop bamboo bubble at the magical Ter...
7 nights from £6,578 per person
Jumby Bay Island
Antigua
Jumby Bay Island is a fabulous all-inclusive luxury retreat set on its own 300-acre private island, two miles off the co...
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Mandarin Oriental, New York
New-york
For a seriously special trip to Manhattan, nowhere says ‘upscale’ like the Mandarin Oriental New York. Combining chic st...
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Six Senses Yao Noi
Phuket
Located on a tranquil island, Six Senses Yao Noi offers incredible views over the limestone karsts and the green-hued An...
7 nights from £2,289 per person
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
Dubai
Find yourself pampered beyond your wildest expectations at this iconic Jumeirah group hotel. Repeatedly recognised as on...
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Sandy Lane
Barbados
Experience the sheer opulence of the hotel favoured by celebrities and discerning travellers. It really is hard to fault...
7 nights from £3,763 per person
Your tailor-made special holidays
When it comes to planning your perfect special occasion holiday, it’s important that we unpack your personal meaning of ‘special’. That’s why we take the time to really get to know you and understand what a dream holiday looks like through your eyes.
When you plan your special holiday with us, we’ll:
- Use our holiday expertise to shape a bespoke experience that’s unique to you
- Make personal recommendations based on our wealth of knowledge and insight
- Use our strong bonds with various contacts to arrange extraordinary experiences, such as exclusive hilltop dining in Thailand, private island bookings in the Maldives and wine tasting in Lake Como.
With your own Travel Specialist offering their support, you can design your own personalised special holidays package, with concierge assistance available to ensure the process runs smoothly.
Cheryl
Travel Specialist
Special offers for you
JOALI Maldives
Lavish in luxury at this spectacular hotel in the Maldives
- Save 35% on Two, Three and Four Bed Villas
Jade Mountain
Enjoy a romantic escape to this stunning hillside hideaway and enjoy free nights plus an all-inclusive upgrade
- Every 5th night free
- Complimentary upgrade from room only to all-inclusive
JOALI Maldives
Escape to this dreamy paradise in the Maldives, set on perfect white sandy beaches
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
- 1 free night when booking 4 nights
- 2 free nights when booking 7 nights
- 2 free nights when booking 7 nights
One&Only The Palm
Receive Dining Credit at Michelin-Starred STAY Restaurant
- Stay 6 nights and pay for 5
- Complimentary Half Board
Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi
Enjoy the festive season at this classic Arabian 5-star hotel in Abu Dhabi
- Spend Christmas in the warm Arabian sunshine
- Exclusive access to The EP Club for extra benefits
Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice
A realm of vintage glamour set on Giudecca Island, this hotel is a true Venetian classic
- Mercedes-Benz and Fiberglass Boat private transfers
- Free shuttle to St Mark’s Square
More options available
Six Senses Zil Pasyon
Arrive in style at this private island in the Seychelles
- 25% off accommodation rates
- Complimentary return helicopter transfers
- 10 night minimum stay
- 10 night minimum stay
Jumby Bay Island
Enjoy a very special villa holiday at this luxurious private island resort
- Choose from 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas
Jumby Bay Island
Enjoy a relaxed Easter at this luxurious private island hideaway in Antigua
- Easter holiday price
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Enjoy a true Arabian experience at this beautiful resort set in the deserts of Abu Dhabi
- Save 20% on accommodation
Velaa Private Island
Experience true luxury at this 20-hectare Maldivian retreat
- Stay 7 nights, only pay for 5
- 10% Early Booking Discount
Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi
Spend your holiday at this classic Arabian hotel in Abu Dhabi with five-star service
Inspiring bucket list holidays
It's time to tick off all the holiday items on your bucket list, one by one. Whether you've dreamt of touring the American West, Gorilla trekking in Rwanda, finding inner peace in the gardens of Japan or exploring the sweeping coasts of South Africa, there's a tailor-made tour waiting for you.
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
Rwanda
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is among the premiere gorilla trekking lodges in Rwanda. One for the bucket list, this luxury hi...
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North Island
Seychelles
The captivating natural beauty of this private island is completely unspoilt by the exceptional, low-impact resort that ...
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Luxury Cape Town Plus Big Five Safari
A classic combination of Cape Town and safari, spend four nights in the cosmopolitan and vibrant city of Cape Town follo...
Japanese Gardens, Scenery and Culture
Japan is an enchanting place with its delicate cherry blossoms, ancient red temples, and exquisite bonsai gardens. Its...
12 nights from £7,996 per person
Indian Summers with Luxury Oberoi Hotels
Experience the past glory of the Indian Maharajahs with your stay at the luxurious Oberoi Hotels. This itinerary is exce...
11 nights from £7,375 per person
Luxury New Zealand
Set in the azure seas of the South Pacific Ocean, New Zealand is renowned for its green environment and remarkable sceni...
19 nights from £21,385 per person
Grand Tour of America’s West
This epic road-trip takes you through diverse landscapes of deserts, forests and dramatic coastlines. Stop at the desert...
20 nights from £6,499 per person
Ultimate Sydney, Rock & Reef
On this 11-night Sydney, Red Centre, and Lizard Island holiday, you will take in some of Australia’s most iconic sights,...
11 nights from £11,455 per person
Seriously special places to stay
From underwater accommodation in the Maldives, to luxurious tents and lodges in Thailand and contemporary hotels in Kyoto, explore some of the most popular destinations that make the most of a special occasion.
Mandarin Oriental, Canouan
St Vincent-the-grenadines
Set on an unspoilt, tiny Grenadine Island, this prestigious hotel is a tempting prospect for the discerning traveller se...
7 nights from £5,017 per person
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa
Dubai
Escape to the desert in refined luxury at this oasis in the dunes. With iconic vistas of golden sand dunes from your poo...
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Kasbah Tamadot, Atlas Mountains
Marrakech
**Please note - Kasbah Tamadot was impacted by the earthquake on 8 September 2023 and is currently closed. Their teams h...
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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe
Venice
Travel through some of Europe's most beautiful landscapes in surrounds of unsurpassed luxury. Dine on sumptuous delights...
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Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle
Chiang-rai
Stay somewhere truly out of this world! Accompany elephants through the untamed jungle before retreating to your luxurio...
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One&Only Mandarina
Riviera-nayarit
Seeking a seriously special stay in a tropical paradise? Look no further than this exceptional One&Only resort, set on o...
7 nights from £5,508 per person
The Brando
Tahiti
Stay in the very lap of luxury at The Brando – a gorgeous, exclusive retreat spread across the islands of Tetiaroa in Fr...
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The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto
Kyoto
Step inside one of Japan’s most exclusive luxury hotels and be enthralled by the resort’s exceptional service, high-end ...
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Capella Bangkok
Bangkok
Sitting proudly on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Capella Bangkok is the perfect base from which to explore this vi...
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What Our Clients Say
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