BEACH HOLIDAYS
The coolest coastal getaways to head to this year
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It’s a myth that you have to head halfway across the world to find the best beaches. Take Corfu, where its most spectacular stretches of coastline have a backdrop of stunning rock formations and forested clifftops. Love effortless beach access? Consider the five-star Kerkyra Blue Hotel & Spa, which emerges from a £5m makeover this May. It’s a great option for couples and families who want the best of both worlds – guests get direct beach access, but the property is also just a short walk from Corfu town.
Over in the Caribbean, St Lucia’s Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort has had a similarly spectacular makeover. Check into this spruced-up sanctuary and you’ll find stunning new villas, revamped culinary offerings and a beautiful new lobby. The property is nestled in the hills above Labrelotte Bay, and it’s especially popular with scuba divers, who benefit from easy access to some of the island’s top diving spots.