Ikos Odisia

The location. Hello Dassia Bay! This secluded peninsula is shrouded in woodland to give you a real away-from-it-all feeling, but you’re still just 25 minutes’ drive from Corfu Town. And with one full day of complimentary Tesla rental, zipping over to the Old Town will be a cinch.

The beach. Sandy, secluded, and the perfect launch point for your canoe/paddle board/pedalo. You’ll get 20 complimentary minutes of each per day – plenty of time to get to know this pretty-as-a-picture stretch of shoreline.

The waiter service. Hear us out: straight to sunbed. Whether you’re on the beach or by the pool, you can get your daiquiri routed straight to your side from the bar, all without having to get your nose out of that sizzling holiday romance you’ve been reading.

Let’s deep dive into the foodie scene – which is a real jewel in the Ikos Odisia crown. It starts with the buffet, where Mediterranean fare is dished up round the clock, so even your past-midnight munchies will be sorted. But the real draw is the à la carte offering, with menus designed by Michelin-starred chefs. Hop from Europe to Asia to South America all without leaving the resort.

Let’s break it down into numbers. Eight: the number of restaurants. 300: the number of local and international wine labels handpicked by the Ikos Sommelier. 21: the average number of meals on a seven-day holiday. Plenty of scope too make a real dent in the dining scene.

Holidays are not all about relaxing – just mostly. But if you’re the type who can’t bear to sit still, this one’s for you. We’ll start with the more subdued end of the scale: the likes of yoga, stretching, Pilates. Dial up the energy levels a bit more with a spot of 5-a-side football, aqua aerobics, or beach volleyball. And if that’s still not enough, why not try mountain biking? Or giant chess – we hear it’s much more intense than regular-sized chess.

Group activities not your thing? If you’re after something that’s equal parts active and anti-social, lace up your running shoes and forge a path through the picturesque surroundings or cue up your favourite playlist and hit the treadmill. No socialising necessary.

No, not your paintwork – your mind, body, and soul. Courtesy of the Ikos Spa by Anne Semonin Paris. We recommend taking your time, committing to the ritual, and letting the experts work their magic. You can’t rush zen.

Treatments range from the refreshing – facials that’ll have your glow competing with the Mediterranean sun – to the restorative. Or, for a little bit of both, check out the signature Olive Grove Body & Face Therapy, which combines a rejuvenating facial, a renewing back scrub, and a relaxing back massage. Pure bliss. Even if you don’t spring for a treatment, take full advantage of the complimentary access to the thermal suite and indoor pool. It’d be rude not to.

Listen up little ones – or rather, parents of little ones – because this section is all about you guys. From tiny tots still sussing out the logistics of standing to teens who’ve mastered the art and chosen to slouch anyway, your whole gang will be catered for here.

Sensory play, cooking classes, science workshops… whether you’ve got a budding scientist or a would-be masterchef they’ll thrive here. The offering is broken down by age group, with the youngest cohort taken care of by the creche (charges apply), the crowd aged 4-12 catered for by the kids’ club, and your almost grown-ups (as far as they’re concerned) can enjoy themselves at Just4Teens. There’s a supper club and a football academy, too. All organised and run according to UK OFSTED standards for total peace of mind.

If you fancy amping up the luxury even more – you are on holiday after all – why not spring for a Deluxe Collection room? Tailored for the discerning – but never fussy – traveller, this is all about personalising your getaway. You’ll have a dedicated Deluxe Concierge for the duration of your stay, to help you meticulously plan your holiday – all the benefits of an itemised itinerary without actually having to plan it yourself.

There are loads of other perks, too. It starts with express check-in, to get you into full holiday mode as soon as possible. You’ll also be treated to a taste of what the spa has to offer, with two complimentary 25-minute minute neck and back massages per room per stay. Add the upgraded mini bar offering, the pillow menu, and the dedicated exclusive beach area and pool, and it really is next-level luxury.