Madeira

First on our list of Hotel Villas and Apartments perfect for post-lockdown escapes is situated in Madeira. Located in mature botanical gardens with over one thousand tropical plants Quinta Splendida features studios with kitchenettes and balconies or tiny gardens as well as bigger apartments with one or two bedrooms. At the heart of the Quinta is a large heated freshwater pool and sun terraces and the charming village of Canico is just a short stroll away.

A week’s stay in a studio starts from £765 per person in September with flights from Gatwick with EasyJet (including one checked bag per person), B&B accommodation and transfers. (www.prestigeholidays.co.uk, 01425 480400)

CANARIES

Perfect for a post lock down escape and new for 2020 is the Royal River & Spa, Luxury Hotel in Costa Adeje. In addition to 29 suites, it features 21 one, two and three-bedroom villas with private pools ideal for families and couples keen to keep their distance.

Book by 31 October 2020 and save up to £105 per person. Holidays start from £1329 per person in a one-bedroom villa on B&B with flights from London Gatwick with EasyJet (including one checked bag per person) in early December 2020, private transfers and early booking offer. (www.prestigeholidays, 01425 480400)

ISLES OF SCILLY

Reminiscent of the Caribbean but only 28 miles from Cornwall’s Land’s End, Tresco in the Isles of Scilly is a subtropical gem complete with idyllic white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters. Stay at the luxurious Sea Garden Cottages right on the water’s edge with its Beach café, indoor pool, gym and tennis court. There is even an on-site sailing school and organised diving, fishing and snorkelling excursions for water lovers.

Prestige Holidays (www.ukprestigeholidays.co.uk 01425 480600) has a three-night break departing September 2020 at the Sea Garden Cottages on Tresco for £2,480 (based on two adults and one child under 14 sharing a one bedroom cottage) including breakfast and return ferry from Penzance. A cottage stay based on two adults sharing costs £854 per person on the same basis. 

CROATIA

Just 30 minutes by ferry boat from Dubrovnik, the island of Kolocep is the closest of the Elafiti Islands and perfect for those seeking a quieter Croatia break this summer. Not even 2.5 square miles and with a population of only a few hundred, most of the island is covered in centuries-old pine forest interspersed with vineyards, olive groves and orchards filled with orange and lemon trees. There are many Hotel Villas and Apartments perfect for post-lockdown escapes, but one we want to highlight in particular.

The Kalamota Beach House has a “New England” and feel and features one, two and three bedroom apartments offering a kitchen and living room – all with sea views and balconies. There is also a bistro style  restaurant. Stays start from £1046 per person in September with flights from Gatwick to Dubrovnik (including one checked bag per person), seven nights BB accommodation and shared transfers. (www.prestigeholidays.co.uk, 01425 480400)

GREECE

Situated on a headland in six acres of gardens and with sea views on three sides, St Nicolas Bay Resort boasts a private sandy cove, sunbathing terraces and a choice of pools. It also has a spa and Water Sports Centre, and the pretty town of Aghios Nikolaos is nearby with its choice of restaurants and bars. The hotel’s self-contained  three and four bedroomed Thalassa Villas overlook the sea. Each offers a sea water pool and terrace as well as a fully equipped kitchen and a dining/sitting area with balcony. A chef and butler service can be arranged for a supplement.

Prestige Holidays (01425 480400 www.prestigeholidays.co.uk) has a week’s break in a Thalassa Villa departing on 9 September from £3187 per person with return flights on EasyJet (including one checked bag per person) from London Gatwick to Heraklion, Crete, transfers and accommodation on half board based on four people sharing a three bedroom villa. Guests also receive one Resort Credit Voucher for the value of €300 for Food-Drinks-SPA extras during stay plus complimentary Mini Bar stock on arrival comprising eight bottles of mineral water, eight bottles of beer and eight bottles of soft drinks. One 30 minute complimentary anti stress  and relaxation treatment at the Poseidon Spa per adult is also included.