Voco Dubai Monaco, The Heart of Europe by IHG, Dubai, UAE5* adults-only Dubai stay in the World Islands

• Unique island paradise: On the sandy shores of one of Dubai’s iconic World Islands, Voco Dubai Monaco, The Heart of Europe by IHG has all the luxe living and vibrant energy of the Côte d’Azur, just a boat ride away from the mainland metropolis. Slip into the waters of the sprawling pool and paddle over to the swim-up bar, then stretch out on a semi-submerged lounger with a drink in hand, enjoying the lively tunes that drift on the air. End your day on the shores of the beach, enjoying the sunset over the gulf.

• Glam gastronomy: Fabulous French fare is on the menu at the hotel’s two restaurants - head to La Rive to sample locally-sourced seafood and Mediterranean dishes on the beach, or try La Brasserie for gourmet eats in a Belle Epoque setting (it’s also here that you can dine on the Insta-famous rain street, a French Riviera-style street with pretty polka-dot awnings where rain is made to fall all day). At night, La Brasserie transforms into a glitzy spot for tasty cocktails and fresh oysters, whilst the champagne bar serves fine French cheeses, caviar and bubbly.

• A slice of European style: From DJ sets and live performances to bright, Art Deco-inspired décor, the hotel finds endless ways to capture the essence of the south of France. In contrast to the hotel’s vibrant exterior and colourful social spaces, guest accommodations are elegant and sleek in sandy neutrals, with metallic accents and smart furnishings - a perfect haven to retire to each evening after a day of living it up in Riviera style.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.