Luxury Holidays Worldwide

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Posted by Lisa | Posted in General Travel | Posted on 02-06-2009

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The global economy may have the columnists screaming doom and gloom, but that doesn’t mean that your next vacation needs to be anything less than top of the line. As the rest of the world starts cutting back, it is now possible to book luxury holiday rentals in some traditionally hard to get locations. This year, as crowds thin, it is the perfect time to take the opulent vacation you’ve been dreaming off. Low on ideas? Here are 5 tried and true luxury destinations:

Australia’s Gold Coast:

More than 10 million people visit the Gold Coast every year, and 90% of them are domestic tourists. The beaches are part of a surfer’s paradise that stretches down the coast, and the high rise luxury hotels don’t detract from the tropical surroundings. Why let the locals to be the only ones to enjoy all this? Try your hand at surfing, pamper yourself silly on the favorable exchange rate, and relax into the famous Aussie hospitality with stylish Gold Coast accommodation such as Surfers Paradise accommodation.

Turkey’s Turquoise Coast:

You can find the Turquoise Coast where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Aegean. Most people know it as the Turkish Riviera, and they can’t believe that the all-inclusive resorts on the Turkish coast are really less than $100 a night. Yet with the exchange rate and the ability to make the season last almost year round, rates don’t need to be sky high for beachfront luxury suites. And the spas . . .you must pamper yourself with a Turkish bath trip after parasailing and snorkeling all day!

Fortaleza, Brazil:

Fortaleza, on the North Coast of Brazil, has been a fiercely guarded local luxury destination for years. Furnished condos are the place to stay, and the best are right on the beach. Surfing, sunbathing, deep sea fishing and water sports are all waiting. Flights via LAN are finally going direct from Miami starting this year so you don’t have to make the annoying transfer in Rio. You can make the most of fresh facilities as 2008 saw the completion of many refurbishments.

Hainan Island, China:

Known as the Hawaii of China, the Miss Universe contest is held here at the posh Sanya Resort. Private beaches, clear water, and stunningly delicious fresh seafood are just a few of the luxuries to be had here. Traditional Eastern reflexology and indulgent 4-hands massages make it easy to sink into the hammocks next to the reflecting pools in Hainan—just be mindful that you don’t stay forever!

Mayan Riviera in Mexico

The Yucatan peninsula is the place the head if you want to avoid the overdeveloped resorts of other areas. Opulent beachfront gardens, breathtaking scuba and snorkeling, plus all the five-star amenities you’d expect of all-inclusive resorts. Tulum, Akumal, and Playa del Carmen are all home to fine hotels, while the cruise ships put in at Cancun and Cozumel. Try and time your trip to avoid the bulk of the large tour boats and you’ll experience an unrushed visit with more dolphin time.

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