Here are long and short haul 'Experiential Travel' destinations to make it all happen during the October Half-term holiday week.
Located on the island of Holbox, just off the northern coast of Cancún, boutique resort CasaSandra has a modern, yet rustic style with every design detail steeped in luxury. With 18 rooms and suites, as well as a private villa, the luxury retreat is defined by its handmade Mexican and Cuban interiors, as well as the works of art of its Cuban artist creator Sandra Perez Lozano. SPA and well-being experiences, such as sunrise yoga and Pilates sessions on the beach, allow guests to immerse themselves in the outstanding natural beauty of the resort, whilst taking part in truly bespoke CasaSandra activities. Outside the property there is plenty to explore, with Yalahau Lagoon (Three Island Tour), snorkelling and diving, as well as whale shark and dolphin watching.
Su Gologone
Sardinia, Italy
www.sugologone.it
Located in the Oliena region of Sardinia, Italy, Hotel Su Gologone is all about the tradition, art and culture of this distinctive part of the world – every detail expresses the authenticity of this land. Each room embodies Sardinia's history and is a little work of art, summing up the lives and labours of patient weavers, nomadic shepherds and talented artists. The rooms are a sequence of surprises and marvels that form a journey of discovery. The Sardinian cuisine reflects a simple approach to life, with strong, authentic flavours, such as local sheep's cheeses, fire-roasted meats, crunchy flatbread, flavoursome olive oils and pasta made by hand every day by Sardinian women, who demonstrate and teach the secrets of their art to those who want to learn.
Sikelia
Pantelleria, Italy
www.sikeliapantelleria.com
Sikelia is a 20 suite luxury retreat, created from an ancient dammuso – an original stone habitat – on the Italian island of Pantelleria. Defined by its monastic African architecture, Sikelia is a destination for discerning travellers looking to connect with nature and enjoy the natural hot springs and fumaroles of this volcanic island. Themà is Sikelia’s restaurant, operating as a partnership with Milan’s renowned restaurant Ristorante Trussardi alla Scala, and introduces Pantelleria’s local Arabic and African influenced flavours to traditional Italian recipes to nourish the souls of visitors to this exclusive island.
