A truly unspoilt island in the Lamu archipelago. Relax on the white beaches, doze in a hammock or drink sundowners in the bar before a dinner of rock oysters and lobster. If that sounds too supine, you can take a walking safari over the sand dunes.
01494 678400
turquoiseholidays.co.uk.
Learn Spanish at a farmhouse in Navarra at an informal, relaxed Spanish language house party with unlimited food and wine, gentle walking and opportunities to chat to the locals.
0121-711 3428,
www.pyreneanexperience.com
At 1,970m, it claims to be the highest campsite in Europe. There’s hot showers, a grocers with fresh local food and amazing views, but it’s a long way from the beach.
0041 2 7283 2295, camping-arolla.com
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