Toronto Star

FIND YOURSELF A SLICE OF LUXURY

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From the moment you step into Transat’s 4.5- and 5-star resorts, you’ll enter an alternate universe where whims are indulged bountifull­y and luxuries crop up in the most delightful­ly unexpected places. You’ll be pampered with gourmet f lights of fancy, beach butlers who’ll never leave you cocktail-less, glorious à la carte pillow menus that’ll cause you to snub your dull pillow at home and exotic spa treatments — yes, you, tequila massage — that sound like you can taste them but really, really shouldn’t. Sleep, feast and play in luxury until you realize, ‘Yeah, I could get used to this life.’

This way to paradise

The Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica redefines paradise with its picturesqu­e tropical setting in Runaway Bay, boasting three white-sand beaches, each with their own unique charm, reserved exclusivel­y for guests.

With a stunning gazebo surrounded by azure waters and 360-degree views, this upscale property also provides a breathtaki­ng backdrop for weddings.

Punta Cana’s best-kept secret

Tucked away in the gated community of Cap Cana, on the sugar-white sands of Juanillo Beach, the adult-only Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa takes its pursuit of luxury to a whole new level with the exclusive perks of its Unlimited-Luxury® program. A secret you’ll want to keep to yourself.

Epicurean indulgence at its finest

Take a culinary journey around the world without having to leave Riviera Maya, at the beachfront El Dorado Casitas a Gourmet Inclusive Resort, by Karisma. This adult-only sanctuary lavishes guests with the fresh ingredient­s, sumptuous f lavours and f ine wines of its Gourmet Inclusive® program, guaranteed to leave an indelible mark on your taste buds.

Where laid-back luxury coexists with nature

A modern-day Mayan palace, the Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach Hotel & Spa in Riviera Maya beckons with its exotic, unspoiled location, best experience­d while f loating down the lazy river, strolling through the impeccably manicured gardens, exploring the hidden treasures of its coves and snorkellin­g with resident turtles in the cr ystal clear waters of its natural beach.

Oceanfront opulence

Sitting pretty on Varadero’s f inest stretch of sand, the Paradisus Princesa del Mar welcomes guests into the lap of ultimate luxury as Cuba’s most upscale resort.

Royal Service guests are treated to junior suites with direct pool access, as well as WiFi, special spa perks and three sumptuous à la carte meals daily.

A lavish wellness retreat

For a soothing sensory experience, look no further than the Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya.

Its luxurious Zentropia Spa will leave you feeling pampered in paradise with magnificen­t baths and saunas, massages on the beach, a high-end beauty salon and even a meditation area.

A golfer’s paradise

Popular with holidaymak­ers seeking ref inement, the IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Bavaro in Punta Cana is a hit with golfers, and it’s no wonder why.

This ravishing, 5-star resort lets you master your swing at its prestigiou­s P.B. Dye-designed golf course with t wo rounds of included golf per stay. A luxurious setting that will bring out the Tiger Woods in you.

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Contribute­d El Dorado Casitas a Gourmet Inclusive Resort, by Karisma.
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Contribute­d The Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica.
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Contribute­d Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa.

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