Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort, UAE

• Swoon-worthy setting: Nestled on a breathtaking private peninsula whose golden sands give way to a glittering mangrove lagoon, Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort offers the ultimate five-star stay on the shores of the Persian Gulf. Spend long hours lounging by the impressive pool or sunbathing on the vast private beach, before retreating inside for jaw-dropping interiors where contemporary opulence is the order of the day.

• Culinary journeys: Embark on a global gourmet adventure at the resort's fabulous eateries, serving everything from Thai and Vietnamese favourites to mouthwatering Mediterranean fare and international buffet delights. Elsewhere, the pool bar and lobby lounge are on-hand for all your snacking and tipple needs, while the gourmet deli serves up scrumptious sandwiches, soups and shakes along with freshly-baked goods and artisanal gelato.

• Fun in the sun: You'll hardly be twiddling your thumbs here, with a range of activities to suit guests of all inclinations. Hit the waves with a fun paddle boarding, kayaking or jet-skiing session, or stay onshore for friendly games of padel and beach volleyball. When you're done, the luxurious Anantara Spa is your go-to for steamy detox sessions and indulgent treatments, while the little ones run riot at the onsite kids' club.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.