Basking on the beach. Swimming with rays. Vino and tapas at an al fresco wine bar. Sun-drenched days and balmy nights open up a world of outdoor adventures – and with an Avani stay in the mix, the possibilities are endless. Here are our picks for a summer to remember.
Phang Nga, Thailand
Thailand’s Andaman coastline serves year-round summertime – with extra sizzle this time of year. Just the thing for lazy poolside days, long walks on powdery shores, and coconut ice-cream 24/7. On Bang Sak beach in Khao Lak, you’re blissfully far from the summer crowds, with a five-kilometre stretch of sand (almost) to yourself.
For an easy beach getaway, Avani+ Khao Lak Resort whisks you away to the ultimate beach resort experience. Bask in the sun beside your private pool. Get active with Muay Thai and rock climbing. Keep the kids out of your hair with all the waterplay and skating their little hearts’ desire – or bring your fur baby to enjoy a pup-friendly beachside stay.
Baa Atoll, Maldives
Summer in the Maldives is so much more than just beach. In Baa Atoll especially, it means snorkelling, diving and sailing in one of the world’s most beautiful and biodiverse locales. Swimming with manta rays? Dhoni cruising with dolphins? All in a day’s adventure when you’re on vaycay in the Maldives.
Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort puts you within splashing distance of Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve and Hanifaru Bay – but you don’t have to leave the resort to dive into underwater wonders. Wade into the lagoon and meet the marine life of the house reef. Paddle-board around the island on a DIY excursion. Or dial up the pace with jet-skiing and wakeboarding over the brilliant blue.
Sunshine Coast, Australia
Just because it’s winter Down Under doesn’t mean a beach escape is off the table. In fact, now’s the ideal time to visit if you like your getaways mild, with daily highs in the 20s and ocean temps just right for surfing. And while hanging-ten is the go-to pastime off these golden shores, another highlight of an off-season stay is whale-watching, with humpback pods making their way up the coast.
Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel is a brand-new stay in the centre of town. Walk two minutes to the ocean and become a beach bum for the day. Find the perfect perch for sundowners and swims at the rooftop bar and pool. Submerse in local Ikkara treatments at the spa. Or head out for hinterland craft breweries, K’gari sand island adventures, and pristine rainforest trails.
Barbarons, Seychelles
Welcome to Barbarons, a glittering Seychelles gem. This little enclave on Mahé Island is the tropical island idyll, with calm turquoise waters, swaying palms and sunny shores for days. Your quintessential slice of paradise, it’s primed for swimming and sun-worshipping.
The freshly renovated Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles invites sun-chasers with a position directly on the beach. Spend your days on a sun lounger between the pool and the lagoon. Get into local Creole cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Snorkel the marine treasures of Barbarons Bay – or head farther afield with marine park excursions to spot sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins and eagle rays.
Lisbon, Portugal
Europe in summer is such a vibe. Lisbon turns up the heat with outdoor concerts, rooftop soirees and multi-day music festivals. Balmy evenings set the scene for atmospheric walks through the old town and al fresco wine and tapas under the stars. Meanwhile, the Tagus River invites you onto the water for magical summertime sailings.
At Avani Avenida Liberdade Lisbon Hotel, the city is your summertime playground. Beat the heat with a guided tour by tuk-tuk, go-car or Segway. Between outings, catch some rays or laze in the shade by our circular pool. End your day, or start your night, with cocktails on the rooftop at SKY BAR BY SEEN.
