We’re not ready to say goodbye to the summer, are you? Well, just in case you’re on our wavelength, here are some of the options we’re toying with to get one last fling with the sunshine…

1) Iberostar Founty Beach, Morocco

Morocco is one of those places that always has a sense of romance about it, don’t you think? The heady smells of spices, the rich culture, the buzzing markets… it’s a dreamer’s paradise, especially if you team it with the luxury of Iberostar Founty Beach on the coast in Agadir.

2) Bauers Palladio Hotel and Spa Resort, Italy

If you’re newly loved up after a summer romance Venice is the place to go to really encapsulate that magic. If you have been before you will know what we’re talking about, if you have yet to visit then boy are you in for a treat! Bauers Palladio Hotel is a former 16th century convent on Giudecca Island just off St Mark’s Square – remote enough to escape the buzz, close enough to explore all that history.

3) Terre Blanche, France

Think fields of lavender and lazy lunches with lots of fresh baguettes, and that’s before you even get to the glamour and gorgeous spa treatments at Terre Blanche. Between the Provencal décor and unapologetic luxury of the hotel, it really is French bliss.

4) Hotel Tivoli Lagos, Portugal

It’s a big hotel but it’s certainly not lacking in personality, and while the heat of the summer may be prime time to head to Portugal in September it’s absolutely glorious. Get settled in at the beach club and enjoy the end of summer in style.

5) Sheraton Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

If in doubt, head to the Canaries. Between the azure skies and the palm trees it’s really got ‘happy holidays’ written all over it. We are also particular fans of the Zuba Juice bar and spa treatments at the Herperides Thalasso Spa… what better way to start (or end) the day?