Ms Rotterdam in the Norwegian fjords.
Disappointed by the lack of sun? We've got the fix...
It's a matter of weeks before the clocks go back. And just as we were biting our nails in apprehension of six dark, long months, i-escape.com came along and brightened up our day with these fabulous winter sun hotels.
Fusion Maia, Vietnam
Just a 20-minute drive from Vietnam's irresistably charming Hoi An, this stunning hotel is set on a dreamy beach, with a jungle-like garden that makes it feel like a true sanctuary. This is textbook luxury: a slick spa, a beautiful infinity pool, three excellent restaurants and spacious villas with their own private plunge pools.
Indulge in delicious breakfasts, laze on a seaside lounger, and drink beer in perfectly chilled glasses from the on-hand beach staff. Best of all, spa treatments are included in the room rate, so you can relax to the max.
Rates: Rooms start from £246 per night (plus 16% tax and service charge), based on two sharing. This includes breakfast and all spa treatments.
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Indulge in delicious breakfasts, laze on a seaside lounger, and drink beer in perfectly chilled glasses from the on-hand beach staff. Best of all, spa treatment
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