10 luxury holidays to dream about this year, from Mexico to the Maldives

€5,440pp, April 10. Orient-express.com

Gourmet Maldives

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has unveiled an indulgent treat this February collaborating with Michelin starred chef Benjamin Chmura of Tantris Maison Culinaire. Enjoy private dining one evening on a five-night stay in the Royal Beach Residence, where half board, a sunset yacht experience, and spa treatments are included on this idyllic island.

Flights extra maldives.intercontinental.com

Romantic Japan

Travelling to Japan for the Cherry Blossom Festival (March-April) is an ideal romantic honeymoon activity, as well as an opportunity to immerse into the Japanese culture.

€5,615pp, March 24, 12-day tour, all internal transfers, breakfast daily, five dinners, all tours, with onthegotours.com. €1577pp Cork to Tokyo, KLM (1 stop) return.

Multi-destination Italy

Topflight now offers a premium ‘Crafted for you’ department, where your itinerary can be tailor made to your exact requirements. The package and ski experts will design your preferred holiday itinerary.

Sample Ischia, Sorrento and Amalfi Coast experience from €2,299 for 14 nights, topflight.ie.

Luxury in the Maldives

Five-star Outrigger Maafushivaru Maldives offers white beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters. Luxurious overwater villas, and abundant marine life. The Maldives offer serenity, exclusivity, and natural beauty.

Seven nights all-inclusive Water Villa from €4,459 pp including flights from Dublin, Seaplane Transfers. Book by February 28, simplymaldives.ie

India’s Golden Triangle and Rajasthan

Explore the highlights of India, from the Taj Mahal and tigers, to Rajasthan’s majestic forts on this luxury adventure. With a private driver and accommodation in some of India’s finest hotels.

From €7,599pp including flights from Dublin, mahlatini.com

Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia

Escape the crowds and experience the valleys of the imposing Caucasus Mountains on this epic three centre trip. Exploring Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia you’ll enjoy 12 nights’ luxury accommodation and private guided tours in Baku, Sheki, Tbilisi, and Yerevan immersed in history, culture, and incredible landscapes.

From €7,599pp including flights, orokotravel.ie

New York and Dominican Republic

Spend three memorable nights in the New Yorker in magical Manhattan before jetting off to the Caribbean island of Dominican Republic.

Seven nights all-inclusive in a deluxe pool villa at Royal beach Punta Cana, €2,399pp including flights from Dublin based on a family of four, americanholidays.com

St Lucia escape

One of the Caribbean’s most iconic hotels, enjoy an all-inclusive package in this luxurious hideaway with unparalleled views of the island’s famous Pitons. The five-star hillside resort offers a tour of the volcano, sulphur springs, and diamond mineral baths, escorted walk through the Old French Colonial plantation, snorkelling, scuba diving, jungle-biking, yacht sailing, and yoga as part of the deal.

All-inclusive €16,720 for a seven-night stay for 2 people, flights extra. Jademountain.com

Mexico and Florida family fun

A fortnight between Orlando and Mexico offers up a serious slice of family fun. Enjoy five nights at the Rosen Inn in Florida, two nights at Pestana South Beach Art Deco Hotel then it’s on to Cancun for seven nights at Secrets The Vine.

Seven nights car hire and flights from Dublin to Orlando, Mexico, and return included. Return transfers in Mexico, €4,459.

• This list was first published in 50 fantastic holidays for families, active breaks, luxury getaways and more.