TOP EUROPEAN DESTINATIONS

Planning your next summer trip? Let LURA inspire you with a selection of our favourite Europe destinations and hotels to visit whilst you’re there. From the dramatic landscapes of Ireland to the crystal clear Myconian waters and everything in between, the hardest decision will be which one first.

Portugal - Pine Cliffs Resort

This 5-star hotel, part of the Marriott Luxury Collection, has a breath-taking cliff-top location above Portugal’s longest beach, Praia da Falésia. It features luxury spa facilities, 11 restaurants and bars as well as a seasonal water sports centre. Rooms are beautifully appointed with all of them featuring furnished balconies with resort, garden or sea views. The hotel’s golf course lies perched 200 feet above the golden sands and blue water of the Atlantic Ocean and features a superbly equipped Golf Academy with the latest technology in teaching systems manned by a team of Internationally Qualified PGA Professionals with a combined experience of over 20 years of teaching.

Ibiza - W hotel

Opening summer 2019, W Ibiza strikes a pose on the palm-fringed, sand-drenched beachfront of Santa Eulalia. The hotel boasts 162 rooms and suites, almost all with balconies, a state of the art and fully equipped gym, a 4,000 square foot Away Spa as well as six different dining options including Steakhouse La Llama by celebrated chef, Haim Cohen. W Ibiza’s beachfront location will provide guests with direct access to the Mediterranean, as well as multiple Wet Decks (W’s take on a poolside) and their own spin on the traditional Ibizan chiringuito.

Marbella - Marbella Club

Set by the shore on the Golden Mile between Marbella and Puerto Banús, surrounded by lush gardens is the iconic Marbella Club Hotel Golf Resort & Spa. Accommodation ranges from chic guest rooms to elegant Andalusian-style three, four and five-bedroom villas ideal for families or larger groups. The 18-hole golf course was designed by Dave Thomas and offers views of the Mediterranean Sea and Africa. This spacious resort also features a Kids' Club for children including a dance studio, music room, an enchanted forest, among many other leisure and educational facilities. Guests can also relax at the hotels wellness centre which focuses on wellbeing, spa, nutrition and fitness to make sure you leave fully rejuvenated.

Puglia - Masseria Torre Maizza

On landscaped grounds surrounded by countryside, this sophisticated hotel with a Puglia-style exterior is located in the most glamorous destination on the Italian Adriatic coast. Spacious rooms and suites are designed by Olga Polizzi in a contemporary style with a curated collection of local accents and objets d’art. The hotel offers a stylish restaurant, a pool and rooftop bar, a 20 yard pool and a private beach club as well as a spa and a 9-hole golf course for guests to take advantage of. Ask your Lifestyle Manager about great offers for LURA clients.

Lake Como - Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como

The Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como is set in a chic 18-century complex overlooking Lake Como and offers 52 elegantly appointed suites, 21 guestrooms and 2 spectacular private villas for guests to choose from. Surrounding the resort are the botanical gardens which feature more than 50 different species of plant, tree and flower which were created by Italian landscape designer Patrizia Pozzi. Dining options at the hotel include CO.MO Bar & Bistrot and the contemporary fine dining restaurant L'Aria, both overseen by executive chef Vincenzo Guarino. Guests can unwind at the spa in one of the four private suites or choose the swimming pool and floating sundeck which extends onto the lake. Ask your Lifestyle Manager about great offers for LURA clients.

Mykonos - Cavo Tagoo

Cavo Tagoo is nestled in a cliffside overlooking the Aegean Sea, with Delos Island, the birthplace of Apollo, in the distance. The spacious rooms and suites have a minimalist island design of whitewashed walls and splashes of bright colours which blend effortlessly with the stunning Cycladic surroundings. The hotel also has one to four bedroom villas with pools & terraces for those looking for more exclusivity. Offering uninterrupted views over Mykonos Town the Lounge & Pool Bar area of Cavo Tagoo boasts an iconic infinity pool with colour-changing lighting, wooden decks that seem to float on water. Their restaurant proposes contemporary Mediterranean cuisine created from fresh Greek produce. Other amenities at this luxurious hotel include a chic spa and a fitness centre allows guests to keep in top shape during their stay.

Dubrovnik - Villa Dubrovnik

 This 5-star luxury hotel is situated on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea and the Island of Lokrum. Rooms are streamlined and spacious and have private balconies and terraces with beautiful views of the sea. The hotel features two restaurants, a beach and a spa centre with an indoor pool which opens onto a deck terrace with sun loungers and parasols, with a wide range of beauty and spa treatments available. The property is just over a mile from the UNESCO protected medieval walls that once surrounded the city’s Old Town and it is a short walk to Sveti Jakov Beach, one of the most picturesque spots in the region. Free car transfers are available to hotel guests to the nearby Old Town during the summer season.

Montenegro, The Chedi

Set on the waterfront of Montenegro’s Trašte Bay along the Luštica peninsula, within the coastal town of Luštica Bay, The Chedi Luštica Bay welcomes guests to unwind amidst authentic, breathable luxury. The contemporary resort hotel offers 111 elegant, light-filled rooms and suites which echo the movement of the Adriatic Sea and the colours of the Mediterranean beyond. The hotel boasts two restaurants, two bars, a wellness spa with indoor pool, a private beach and a heated outdoor infinity pool. From culinary artistry through to thoughtful technology, facilities are everything you would expect from Montenegro’s most exclusive hotel, brought to life with genuine Montenegrin hospitality and one-step-ahead service.

Ireland - Dromoland Castle

A Conde Nast Gold List winner 2018, This stately hotel is set in a grand, storied castle surrounded by lush green countryside. Each room and suite at Dromoland Castle has been thoughtfully designed to meet with royal approval. With sumptuous furnishings, exquisite bathrooms & relaxing colour schemes each meticulously refurbished room celebrates their Irish heritage. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and bar plus a formal lounge offering afternoon tea. The spa offers a tranquil sanctuary to relax in or you can head to the golf course which is immaculately maintained and presents challenges and thrills for golfers of all abilities. Other activities include tennis, fishing and clay shooting.

France - La Bastide de Gordes

Located in the hilltop village of Gordes, La Bastide de Gordes features 18th century décor and offers panoramic views over the Luberon valley from its many terraces and hanging gardens. Refined rooms and suites are decorated with sophisticated period furniture and authentic 18th-century pieces of art. The hotel's restaurants, L'Orangerie and La Citadelle, both feature Provençal cuisine made with local and seasonal products with regional wines. Meals can be enjoyed in the vaulted dining room or on the shaded terrace with picturesque views of the valley. Clover Gordes, the restaurant by two-star Chef Jean-François Piège also offer a unique taste experience. The hotel was also awarded the prestigious Palace distinction in 2016.

Biarritz - Hôtel du Palais Biarritz In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

In a grand 1855 palace that was once the summer home of Napoléon III, this luxury seafront hotel is the one of the only two historical palaces on the Atlantic coast. Guests can expect original period furnishings and magnificent views from the rooms and suites. The hotel boasts three restaurants with different themes where Chef Jean-Marie Gautier, distinguished with the title of Meilleur Ouvrier de France, prepares local Basque country products, creating the latest culinary trends. With its convenient location, the property offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations such as the Biarritz Historical Museum. This hotel is an ideal place for travellers seeking charm, comfort, and convenience in Biarritz.

London - Rosewood Hotel

Occupying a restored Edwardian mansion and entered via a carriageway and courtyard, this luxury hotel is based in Holborn, just a 10-minute walk from Covent Garden. The hotel exudes luxury at every turn, from its stunning rooms to the famed Scarfes bar and Mirror Room restaurant. Rooms and suites offer sophisticated comforts of a contemporary private residence and envelop guests in a world of impeccable style and refinement. As well as the 3 restaurants and bar on offer you can also enjoy the The Nyetimber Secret Garden by award winning, landscape designer Luciano Giubbilei this summer from 31st May – 29th September, from 10am to 11pm daily.