The best hotels to book for winter sun in quarantine-free destinations

It’s fair to say that a blast of winter sun has never been more appealing. Thankfully, destinations such as the Caribbean, the Maldives and Dubai have emerged as beacons of holiday hope in recent months. Not only do trips to these places mean no quarantine on return to the UK, but many simply require the now routine evidence of a recent negative PCR test to visit. 

For many reasons, fly-and-flop holidays and resort hotels are well-suited to these times. Holidaymakers may feel more comfortable limiting their movement and staying in self-contained villas often found in the likes of the Maldives. In addition, as some places such as Mauritius and Barbados require guests to stay put at their hotel for various lengths of time, choosing a large resort with all-inclusive options makes sense. On a basic level, after this exhausting year, lying on a beach and sipping cocktails is an enticing proposition. 

Here we detail the best hotels in winter sun destinations that are welcoming UK travellers, plus each country’s requirements for entry.

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The Maldives

All tourists and short-term visitors must present a negative PCR test on arrival to the Maldives. The test and negative PCR certificate must be issued no more than 96 hours prior to departure. Screening procedures are in place for passengers on arrival, with quarantine facilities set up to isolate any suspected cases.