Luxury Easter breaks 2025

Spain & Canary Islands

Flight time from London: Malaga 2 hours 50 minutes, Lanzarote 4 hours 15 minutes & Tenerife 4 hours 30 minutes.

With its many archipelagos of picturesque islands only 3-4 hours away, Spain offers up the sun and warmth needed to take the edge off winter without the long flight that accompanies most beach holidays at Easter. 

Perfect for families with small children, step off your short haul flight to palatial resorts where everyone’s needs are catered for. Spend a leisurely morning playing golf while the little ones learn about Spanish culture, reunite in the afternoon for hours of fun around the pool.

The level of service and breadth of facilities at the hotels in mainland Spain and the Canary Islands means both couples and families rarely find the time or need to venture outside their walls.

Maldives

Flight time from London: 10 hours

The Maldives are idyllic at any time of year but escaping there for a week-long Easter break is the perfect antidote to the cold weather of winter and prepares you for the warmer months of spring and summer.

While you may end up never wanting to leave, the remote quietude of the Maldives means you can reap all its benefits in just a week. A notoriously romantic destination, couples will love the remote intimacy the islands offer with lazy days spent lounging on private beaches, snorkelling around coves and dining on a deserted sandbank this is the place for one-on-one time over the Easter break.

For families looking to reconnect, the Maldives’ worry-free island culture makes it the ideal place to spend quality time together. Adults unwind in overwater treatment rooms at the spa while their little ones go on a pirate cruise to learn about local sustainability efforts.

Dubai

Flight time from London: 7 hours

With year-round summer temperatures, the desert metropolis of Dubai combines the heat and sun of island life with all the perks of city living. With luxury and glamour at the heart of everything in Dubai, you won’t have to look far to find a hotel that delivers a high class experience at every corner.

The perfect playground for adults and children alike, world-class shopping meets fine dining and indulgent bottomless brunches while fun-seeking children are whisked off to the Aquaventure Waterpark for afternoons of poolside fun. Adults looking for their own fun in this desert playground can find it at IMG Worlds of Adventure, the world’s largest indoor theme park.

Don’t forget to explore its desert surroundings, a morning safari driving over the dunes of the desert, or soar over the UAE in a hot air balloon flight that gives prime views of Dubai’s vast deserts and pioneering city infrastructure.

Mexico

Flight time from London: Cancun 10 hours 10 minutes, Mexico City 12 hours, San Jose del Cabo 14 hours

With so much to discover, after two weeks in Mexico you’ll leave feeling like you’ve been there for a month. Spend a week exploring the cultural and historical aspects of its Mayan history before moving to the coast to chill out by the ocean.

The diverse range of activities on offer means families will never fall short of ways to entertain their little ones. Introduce children to the ancient Mayan civilization on temple tours and go on a private eco tour with a biologist to learn about the local ecosystem and efforts helping to protect it.

If you’re looking for an escape for two, spend margarita-soaked evenings reconnecting at secluded haciendas after an afternoon swim in one of the country’s many cenotes.

St Lucia

Flight time from London: 8 hours 50 minutes

Perfect alone, paired with one of its neighbouring Caribbean islands or as part of a multi-centre holiday that takes in cities and beaches, St Lucia’s exuberant culture, beautiful sands and warm spring temperatures make it prime for relaxing Easter breaks.

A far-flung escape for couples and families alike, opt to spend your days lounging by the pool or dining on Michelin-starred food at one of the island’s luxury resorts. Not to be labelled as just another beach paradise though, take a break from relaxing to explore St Lucia’s natural beauty on a hike up the iconic pitons before checking out the plethora of water sports on offer. 

French Alps

Flight time from London: Geneva 1 hour 45 minutes 

If you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to this ski season yet, the high altitudes and quick flight times to Val Thorens in The Three Valleys and Val d'Isere in Espace Killy make them ideal for late season skiing.

Go as a group and no longer worry about having to find a piste that is suitable for everyone’s skill level. High speed lifts ensure that skiers of different proficiencies can all ski on their respective pistes and reunite for lunch.

Longer days and the extra sun at this time of year mean more time for après fun on the many terraces that line the resorts. Meanwhile, families will appreciate returning to interconnecting rooms and split level suites after a day on the slopes with their little ones.

Morocco

Flight time from London: Marrakech 3 hours 30 minutes, Casablanca 3 hours

If you’re looking for an Easter weekend where you can immerse yourself in a totally different culture, consider taking the three-hour flight to Morocco’s capital Marrakech.

The short flight and lack of time difference means you can step straight off of the plane and into the commotion of Marrakech life. Haggle for bargains in souks and stroll around Djemaa el Fna, admiring musicians and acrobats before taking the chance to sample tagines and the famous sweet mint tea.

Spend sunset experiencing the spectacular views over the Atlas Mountains and remote Berber villages by hot air balloon. End the day in the enclave of a traditional riad, or escape the chaos of central Marrakech absorbed in the calm of a luxury hotel in the surrounding countryside.