Top 5 Bucket List Trips For Revenge Travel
From luxurious secluded 'safe' villas to exciting safari lodges, these are the perfect destinations to get your revenge travel mode on and book once travel resumes.
Check out this fantastic selection of top destinations below:
A family safari experience with Lepogo Lodges, South Africa
Lepogo Lodges’ Noka Camp, one of Africa’s few entirely not-for-profit safari lodges, has unveiled an exciting array of child-friendly activities to ensure families have an unforgettable South African wilderness experience.
Children over the age of 10 and young teenagers are forever entertained as they embark on fun-fueled treasure hunts around the lodge, whip up a culinary storm with bush baking, and unleash their creative flair with mindful pottery making, trinket crafting, bush painting and jewelry making.
Come evening, families can wonder at the magical African night-sky and learn about the stars under the expert guidance of the in-house astrologer. The beautiful waters of the Palala River below can also be enjoyed by guests of all ages with activities including boating, fishing, frogging and river swimming. Tours of the nearby Iron Age site atop Melora mountain and the remarkable rock art of the Bushman paintings allow those seeking a more cultural experience to step back in time and uncover the area’s ancient history and traditions. www.lepogolodges.com
Free wine available through Tuscany Now & More's rental villas, Italy
Poggio Taresh is a beautiful 15th century restored Farmhouse only 3km from the medieval hilltop town of Panzano in Chianti. Guests staying at Poggio Taresh will be offered unlimited complimentary wine, making sure the villa's wine cellar is always stocked with IGT Chianti white and the finest rosé wine. Guests will be in reach of local wineries throughout the Chianti region such as Castello di Ama, Tenuta Tignanello and Castell'in Villa, where many of Italy's most iconic wines are made.
This majestic Tuscan home is nestled down a country road that sits within breathtaking grounds and gardens offering privacy, seclusion, and nature at its doorstep. The private swimming pool is surrounded by a lawn fitted with modern sun loungers, perfect for guests to soak up the Mediterranean sun. This villa also offers amazing culinary experiences from Nonna's traditional recipes to classic Italian pasta-making classes allowing guests an added authentic experience. www.tuscanynowandmore.com
A multigenerational getaway available through Villatravellers, Sicily
A delightful property situated in Taormina, East Sicily. A privileged setting for convivial reunions with family and friends - it's perfect for the upcoming summer holidays. The outside space is wonderful at Grecale. A large pool is near the villa, surrounded by sun loungers, an umbrella and a manicured lawn dotted with mature trees. Near the pool is a covered veranda with a dining table that is ideal for al fresco meals. A place that creates cherished moments with those you love. You'll be enjoying those characteristics of an Italian way of life. This charming villa is ideal for families looking for total relaxation on their trip but in close proximity to main tourist attractions; from the beach to incredible restaurants. www.villatravellers.com
Year round fun in the Alps with Courmayeur Mont Blanc, Northern Italy
Courmayeur Mont Blanc, situated on the Italian side of Mont Blanc is a veritable playground for families, come sun or snow. With its car-free cobbled streets, family-run hotels, charming atmosphere, short transfer times and the superb offering of skiing, hiking, biking and fresh air. It's no surprise that Courmayeur Mont Blanc is already a firm favourite among mountain-loving families, many of whom return year after year. Courmayeur Mont Blanc is a destination where the whole family can embrace the great outdoors, delicious mountain gourmet food and unique aspects from Skyway to white water rafting. There are also indoor sports at the foot of Mont Blanc which can be enjoyed year-round. Visitors can also experience mountain biking, high altitude hiking, trail running, and sport fishing in the summer, alongside the winter's classic ski offerings, cementing Courmayeur as the ultimate family-friendly destination all year round. https://www.courmayeurmontblanc.it/en
Elounda Peninsula's Kids Wellness Programme in Crete
The exclusive Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel on the Greek island of Crete has worked with the on-site award-wining Six Senses Spa to create an innovative, three-day wellness programme for guests aged between five and twelve. This programme includes fun wellness, educational and nutritional workshops as well as group spa treatments that are carefully put together to educate and encourage children to integrate wellness into their daily life from an early age. The specialist classes, games and treatments are spread out over the course of three days, with three hours of the program to be enjoyed each day to keep the children engaged and ultra-relaxed. On top of this, young guests can enjoy yoga, Greek dancing lessons and games at the Kids Arc. A separate teens programme has also been designed incorporating team sports and watersports.
Elounda Peninsula, the only all-suite hotel with seafront private pools in Europe, is ideally suited for families seeking a relaxing and luxurious holiday for all ages. With a wide choice of one, two and three-bedroom suites, many with private pools and direct beach access, offers a wealth of opportunities for families to recharge, re-connect and create lifelong memories. eloundapeninsula.com
