SHANGRI-LA MALDIVES
An absolute gem of a Maldivian island, perfect for that fly-and-flop holiday - set up with an Oriental twist and big enough to explore by bike. The spa, Chi, is based on Chinese and Ayurvedic therapies and is run by exceptional staff who make even the toughest cookies melt.
Top treatment Try the Philippine Hilot where warmed coconut oil and banana leaves work to release energy imbalances in the body - smells divine too.
Way to go BA offers seven nights from £1,989. ba.com
BARCELO ASIA GARDENS ALICANTE, SPAIN
Forget that the views are of Benidorm (which actually looks surprisingly space-age cool from a distance), this hotel is a pocket of Asia in the sunny climes of Spain. Vast over-spilling pools, a lush landscape bursting with exotic foliage, numerous restaurants serving delicious, nutritious food and a clean-lined, beautiful spa you'll want to spend lots of time in.
Top treatment There is probably nowhere else in Europe where you will find such well-executed Thai massages (perfect if you're shy as you keep your clothes on). You'll float out feeling inches taller.
Way to go The Thai Experience package includes four nights with breakfast and four 60-minute treatments, from £763pp.
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SRI PANWA PHUKET, THAILAND
A jungle spa hidden amongst banyan and banana trees, with therapies which make the most of ingredients plucked from the Eden-like gardens. Yes, it's even worth leaving your super-trendy villa with its sliding doors on three sides, private pool and gadgetry. Each treatment room has its own hot tub and mini waterfall, and there are vast meditation decks for those who want to go Zen.
Top treatment Don't miss the homemade yoghurt masks or cucumber wraps (great for sunburn).
Way to go Carrier (carrier.co.uk) offers seven nights from £1,915pp and includes flights, transfers and breakfast.
SANCTUARY CAMELBACK SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, US
Scottsdale is everything you want in winter: scorching sunshine, the coolest shops and restaurants, movies on tap, and this - an energetic spa hotel with bento boxes by the pool, sexy guests and trendy staff. Come night-time, there are flickering firepits dotted about the place and the whole world seems to flock to the buzzing Asian restaurant.
Top treatment The Watsu, a massage performed in water, is legendary - you'll be swished about like a baby until every inch of tension has left your body.
Way to go Cleveland Collection (clevelandcollection.co.uk) offers doubles for £185 a night.
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