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As we move further into 2023, we now have the chance to relax and unwind after the busy festive period.
Whether it's getting back to nature in a countryside staycation, changing scenery with a trip abroad, or recharging at a relaxing spa retreat, you deserve to have some time away from the stresses of home and brighten up theyear.
Here are seven places you could go in 2023...
Away Resorts
Away Resorts (Away Resorts)Enjoy a UK getaway this February.
Whether it’s family holidays or romantic getaways you're after, you’ll find everything you need to cherish a February half-term holiday with Away Resorts. Sure, it may be a bit chillier this time of year, but the views are always stunning and magical memories can be created whatever the weather – so let’s go and enjoy ourselves. February half-term is the perfect opportunity to refresh and revive your family ready for the next part of the school year.
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Plus, Away resorts features many self-catered accommodation options with central heating and double-glazing so you can remain nice and toasty and well-looked after. And if you want to brave the cold for just a quick moment, there are hot tubs too!
For those quieter parks, you can make use of the accommodation by exploring the local area and of course, enjoying quality family time together.
Where to go: Find your destination here
Get in touch: visit awayresorts.co.uk and follow on Facebook @AwayResortsHolidays
Domes Resorts
Domes Resorts (Domes Resorts)Choose from a selection of eight adults or family-friendly lifestyle resorts in handpicked, beach destinations with rich ancient history and sweeping Mediterranean sea views on the Greek Islands and the Algarve in Portugal.
Immerse in local culture with loved ones through inspiring experiences curated to create lifelong memories.Discover postcard-beaches, unique gastronomy, wellness rituals, and world-famous historic sites.
Live in sync with nature in palatial accommodation with a private lake and golf near cosmopolitan Vilamoura at Domes Lake Algarve. Stay steps away from Corfu’s most famous beach with space for the children to roam free at Domes of Corfu or enjoy aristocratic luxury while discovering cosmopolitan Corfu by speedboat at Domes Miramare.
Captain your family boat to the castle on Spinalonga Island at the legendary Domes of Elounda. Discover the nightlife of evocative Chania at Domes Noruz, one of Europe’s honeymoon resorts, or strengthen your tribe and practice the art of living well at Domes Zeen.
For a five-star all-inclusive stay, with a booming culinary scene, choose Domes Aulus Zante for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to swim with the Caretta sea turtle, or live the glamorous, Greek Island romance of a lifetime at Domes Aulus Elounda.
Where to go: Find your destination here
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Get in touch: visit domesresorts.com
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa (Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa)Situated on the shores of Windermere, Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa is the perfect place to take your staycation this year.
Ideally located in between Windermere and Ambleside, the heart of the Lake District, it has a range of luxury bedrooms across the resort, many of which enjoy stunning lake views across England’s largest body of water and onto the beautiful Lake District fells.
Unwind and relax in the indoor and outdoor lake view-spa with a range of spa experiences, with infinity pools, indoor and outdoor hot tubs and saunas all enjoying the same great view.
Savour a selection of delicious food and drink in a choice of two unique onsite restaurants, contemporary dining experience in the Windermere restaurant and wood-fired cooking theatre of an open kitchen with centrepiece wood-fired grill in Blue Smoke at Low Wood Bay.
Explore the waters of Windermere via motorboat, paddleboard or while wakeboarding or knee surfing from its watersports centre (April-October).
Whatever your idea of a great staycation is, with a stunning location, beautiful views, brilliant service and facilities to match, Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa has range of great value special offers available, so you can stay for less.
Where to go: Ambleside Rd, Windermere, LA23 1LP
Get in touch: visit englishlakes.co.uk and follow on Instagram and Facebook @lowwoodbay
Pullman Liverpool
Pullman Liverpool (Pullman)Located on King’s Dock and on-site with M&S Bank Arena, Pullman Liverpool is just a five-minute walk from the vibrant Royal Albert Dock.
Relax in stylish, elegant surroundings and enjoy the convenient location of the hotel. Liverpool One, the Cavern Club and many museums and cultural offerings of Liverpool are all within walking distance.
With 216 rooms, guests can choose from superior, deluxe or suite rooms, all including rainfall showers, 55″ television with Google Chromecast, Co. Bigelow toiletries, tea and coffee making facilities, slippers and a robe.
The on-site bar, lounge and restaurant is open daily for both residents and non-residents. Serving hot drinks, a vast collection of gins, beers, cocktails and food menus specially created by the head chef, it’s the perfect spot to meet friends and family, or have a bite to eat or a drink before heading off to explore Liverpool.
Room only, bed and breakfast and dinner bed and breakfast rates are available.
There is so much to do in Liverpool this winter, so why look anywhere else? Book your winter staycation today, with rates from just £79. Join Accor Live Limitless membership free of charge and receive a discount and the best rates available.
Where to go: King’s Dock, Port of Liverpool, Liverpool L3 4FP
Get in touch: visit pullmanliverpool.co.uk, follow on Facebook @PullmanLpool
Landal Piperdam
Landal Piperdam (Landal Piperdam)Landal Piperdam is beautiful and tranquil leisure resort, offering wonderful facilities for holiday lodge guests.
Set in 650 acres of idyllic Angus countryside, Piperdam combines superb accommodation and award-winning facilities to create the ultimate Scottish experience.
There is a wide range of lodges available, sleeping from two to 12 people, including pet-friendly options. Most lodges have hot tubs and some even have sauna, steam room and games room.
With its award-winning 'Room with a View' restaurant overlooking Piperdam Loch, Admire Beauty Spa, heated indoor pool, gym, sauna and steam room, it is truly the perfect place to relax and unwind.
There are two excellent golf courses, Little Pipers Soft Play and a whole host of indoor and outdoor activities through its Go Active programme, kids and adults of all ages and abilities have something to experience at Piperdam.
Piperdam is a short drive from Dundee and Perth, which have some great and varied attractions that are well worth a visit.
All of this being set in the idyllic surroundings of Scotland’s beautiful heartland, makes Piperdam one of the finest and most relaxing holiday venues in Scotland.
Where to go: Fowlis, Dundee, Angus, Scotland, DD2 5LP
Get in touch: visit piperdam.com
Kenwick Park
Kenwick Park (Kenwick Park)Situated in 320 acres of beautiful rolling Lincolnshire countryside and adjacent to Kenwick Golf Course, this is a perfect location to enjoy a few days away from home.
The site houses luxurious holiday lodges complete with hot tubs, in a tranquil woodland setting. There are also indoor leisure facilities including pool, thermal spa suite, sauna and steam room, gym, beauty spa and restaurant, plus a 51 room hotel.
There are plenty of walking and cycling trails on your doorstep providing ample opportunity to explore the fabulous Lincolnshire Wolds.
Kenwick is just 20 minutes drive away from some of the country’s highest-rated beaches. With ratings of "Excellent", Mablethorpe, Sutton-on-Sea, Moggs Eye, Anderby, Chapel St Leonards and Skegness all have their own unique offering. There is also the seal colony at Donna Nook near Mablethorpe.
Being very much un-spoilt by over-development, Anderby Beach is the perfect place if you want to discover the beautiful Lincolnshire coastline. It is a peaceful, tranquil place, away from the noisy tourist attractions of some of the area’s better-known resorts.
Where to go: Kenwick Park, Louth LN11 8NR
Get in touch: visit kenwick-park.co.uk
Lion Lodge at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
Lion Lodge at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve (Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve)Said to be the first of its kind worldwide, Lion Lodge offers a truly unique experience to holiday with Port Lympne’s resident lions.
Stay in your very own spacious timber lodge immersed in the lions’ habitat with large, panoramic windows capturing exclusive views of these majestic animals.
Whether it is a family occasion, or a romantic anniversary, the lodge provides a picturesque backdrop for all of your special moment.
Where to go: Port Lympne Reserve, Lympne (Nr Hythe), Kent, CT21 4PD
Get in touch: visit aspinallfoundation.org