With daily temperatures in the high 20s, endless stretches of soft white sand and a laid-back lifestyle that keeps travellers returning year after year, Barbados offers everything you need for a relaxing beach break away. Whether you're seeking five-star luxury or something more low-key and local, the hotel selection in Barbados has you covered. So, grab a rum punch, relax to reggae music and enjoy the nine hours of daily sunshine!

St Lucia offers a more off-the-beaten-path island adventure in the Caribbean, with secret coves, rainforest hikes, boutique bars and pristine paradise locales just waiting to be discovered. With weather consistently in the mid-to-high 20s and only the occasional tropical downpour, St Lucia is a destination where you can really make the most of the day. Choose swimming or snorkelling in the welcoming waters or get your heart racing with some zip-lining through the trees!

If you're looking for world-class powder, top notch hospitality and a buzzing restaurant and nightlife scene to help create a trip to remember, then you're in the right place. Canada's ski resorts such as Banff, Lake Louise and Whistler offer unparalleled winter wonderlands and can easily be combined with a few days of city exploration for a well-rounded winter getaway. Whether you’re a snowboarder, ski bunny or are more interested in the hot tubs and hotels, Canada has some excellent options for you.

From traditional Tyrolean cabins and tree-lined slopes, to the best ski lift system in the world, the resorts of Austria are one of the greatest places to spend a week in winter. With ski runs for all abilities, sumptuous spa hotels and lively bars where you can spend hours of beer-fuelled fun, Austria offers something for everyone. Whether you're a family seeking ski schools and or a group of friends looking for all-night parties there's a resort and a package for you.

France has long been a favourite for ski buffs seeking all-encompassing resorts and it's not hard to see why. With accommodation for all prices and preferences, breath-taking alpine landscapes, and a world-renowned après-ski scene (not to mention raclette galore!), France's ski resorts really do have it all. Check out Flaine and La Plagne, Val Thorens and Les Deux Alpes and see which resort takes your fancy.