October 2024

Swap a UK winter for these four sunny destinations

Fancy enjoying private beaches, palatial suites and Michelin-starred meals in T-shirt weather and collecting 250 bonus Avios? Thanks to Marriott Bonvoy®, you can do just that

We know, it’s another grey day in the UK. But there’s no better remedy to determined drizzle than a quick spot of sun-soaked escapism. Luckily, there are plenty of seductive locations ready to wipe those unpleasant damp sock moments from your mind. 

Whether you prefer to bask by a turquoise lagoon or a UNESCO-listed mountain, on a private beach or while wine tasting in a world-class vineyard, these exceptional properties have it all.

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JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
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JW Marriott Hotel Muscat

Best for: fuss-free luxury
A quiet spot in a bustling city can feel like a needle in a haystack. But in Muscat, Oman’s historic capital, there’s no need for luck, thanks to this sophisticated JW Marriott property that brings a pocket of peace. Nestled in the heart of the city, the contemporary hotel is just 11km from the airport and a ten-minute transfer to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, which can hold up to 20,000 worshippers. Rooms are just as pleasing as the location, with a bright and minimalist design, and many offering soothing wadi views. Book an executive room to take advantage of the largest Executive Lounge in the city.  
The Club says: watch skilled chefs master your breakfast at Kitchen 7, where international cuisine caters to every taste.

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The Westin Cape Town
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The Westin Cape Town

Best for: city centre access
Minutes from Cape Town’s buzzy V&A waterfront and slap bang in the middle of South Africa’s legislative capital city, this smart Marriott property brings a new meaning to sophistication. Rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated, satisfying everyone from business travellers to parents looking to entertain their energetic little ones. The brand’s renowned Heavenly Beds are the highlight of every room in the five-star property, including the Presidential Suite, which also offers a freestanding tub, living room and panoramic views from its prestigious corner location. With the city reaching average highs of 27°C in January, it’s a great time to climb Table Mountain, wander the waterfront or indulge in some of the region’s finest wines. 
The Club says: head to the Westin Executive Club on the 19th floor for breathtaking city sights.

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Le Méridien Ile Maurice
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Le Méridien Ile Maurice

Best for: beach beauty
Indian Ocean holidays often bring to mind a particularly popular archipelago, but there’s an equally seductive destination a few hours south. Off the east coast of Madagascar, the cute coastal town of Pointe aux Piments in Mauritius houses a five-star sanctuary, which takes tropical island paradises to a whole new level. If the window views of glittering waters aren’t impressive enough, there’s also an endless list of land- and water-based fun. Tranquil room designs feature natural tones and materials, though Le Méridien Ile Maurice’s best asset is Nirvana, an adults-only wing made up of 51 rooms and suites that delivers serious romantic seclusion. Opt for a Plunge Pool Hideaway suite, hidden in a private courtyard with a variety of dreamy ways to bathe (each suite features a shower, bathtub and personal plunge pool).
The Club says: don’t miss the spa’s ‘Snow Room’, a European-inspired wellness space that offers contrast therapy after a sauna sesh.

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W Hotel – The Palm
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W Hotel – The Palm

Best for: keen foodies
Flying to Dubai to taste flavours of the Italian Riviera might seem counterintuitive but, trust us, The Palm’s W Hotel is worth the trip. Michelin-starred Torno Subito is pure la dolce vita: legendary chef Massimo Bottura serves up all the classics – vongole spaghetti, diavola pizza, silky gelato – in a 1960s, neon-accented restaurant, which opens out on to the hotel’s private beach. Across the way, another delightful dining space – Akira Back – gives guests jazzed-up Japanese dishes with Korean flair in a design-forward space alongside panoramic views across the gulf. The hotel’s remaining areas are as energising as expected from the glitzy brand – striking angular artworks, sparkling bedroom walls and brightly coloured amenities make for an invigorating, sensory stay.  
The Club says: book a two-bedroom Mega suite for a bath at the end of each bed, so you can roll into a heavenly slumber straight after soaking in bubble bliss.

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