There are few things in life more exciting than a luxury holiday.

Whether you’re taking flight to a beachfront paradise for relaxation and indulgence, or jetting off to discover awe-inspiring sights, scenery, attractions and activities, you can’t beat the feeling of escaping the everyday for new horizons. Sometimes, however, you just want a bit of everything, mixing rest and recuperation with adventure and exploration to enjoy the best of both worlds. Well, what’s stopping you? Multicentre holidays allow you to combine two or more scintillating destinations and take the excitement to new levels in the process. Maybe you fancy following an energetic city break with a rejuvenating tropical island escape, or stopping off to embrace a spot of culture after experiencing the party scene in one of the world’s premier nightlife destinations. Whatever your dream combination, there’s a twin centre holiday that’s perfect for you. Here’s a taste of what’s on offer, with our pick of some of the best multi destination escapes around.

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Dubai and the Maldives

Dubai is a destination that has it all. Golden beaches, world-famous landmarks, year-round sunshine, endless activities, record-breaking waterparks, fascinating culture, incredible theme parks, wild wonders - the list goes on and on. You’ll discover glitz, glamour and luxury, enjoy pulsating nightlife, irresistible cuisine and indulgent shopping expeditions, and embrace action-packed water sports, desert adventures and high-flying thrills. Dubai will leave you completely breathless, and what better way to recuperate than by enjoying a little R&R in a contrasting tranquil paradise setting. Several exotic locations combine perfectly with Dubai, but the alluring shores of the Maldives are a magical choice for enjoying tropical beach days without a care in the world. Exhilarating activities, water sports and natural wonders await, as well as delicious food and impeccable hospitality. After an energising experience in Dubai, a refreshing exotic escape in the Maldives is exactly what you need.

Captivate the senses in Dubai and the Maldives

Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket

Thailand is a dream come true for every type of traveller. This intoxicating country offers big city excitement, untouched beaches, spectacular landmarks, and inspiring scenery. To satisfy your wanderlust and ensure you get the most out of your visit to this phenomenal destination, a multicentre holiday is a must. The capital, Bangkok, is an excellent starting point for your Thailand adventure. Here vibrant energy meets serene beauty, with ancient temples standing amidst glittering skyscrapers. You’ll feast on a spectrum of phenomenal flavours, and immerse yourself in world-famous nightlife and the city’s rich tapestry of colourful cultures. The historic city of Chiang Mai offers a truly authentic taste of Thailand, with stunning shrines and atmospheric markets to explore, and local delicacies and traditional pursuits to discover. Phuket then beckons with promises of tropical relaxation beside the azure Andaman Sea, spectacular Buddhist temples and dazzling nightlife.

Adventure awaits in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket

New York and Barbados

For a multicentre holiday of completely contrasting experiences, an escape that allows you to take a bite out of the Big Apple, before hitting the beach in Barbados is for you. Being the city that never sleeps, New York offers round-the-clock adventure and excitement, as well as the chance to discover legendary US landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge and the Empire State Building. Stroll around Central Park, pay a visit to Times Square, take in a show on Broadway and sample some of the unbelievable food and restaurants New York is famous for. When you’ve had your fill of city life, sun, sand, sea and laid-back Caribbean vibes await on the pristine tropical shores of Barbados. Here you can let your cares drift away as you enjoy heavenly beach days, tasty island delicacies, vibrant nightlife and spellbinding natural beauty.

Embrace the delights of New York and Barbados

Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco

Prepare for a multicentre mash-up of epic proportions exploring the three iconic destinations that make up the USA’s Golden Triangle. The sights, attractions and experiences that await in the cities of Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco will mesmerise and fascinate. You’ll be dazzled by the star appeal of L.A. and discover scenery straight from the big screen. Theme park fun, laid-back beach days, indulgent shopping sprees and glorious sunshine also await in California’s City of Angels. You can expect even more glitz, glamour and pizazz in Las Vegas. An oasis of extravagance in Nevada’s Mojave Desert, the original Sin City is a real crowd-pleaser with its spectacular casinos, jaw-dropping shows and pulsating nightlife. Back in California, San Francisco welcomes you to explore, delivering inspiring and notorious landmarks, cultural delights and food and festivals aplenty.

Experience Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco

Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Penang

A Far Eastern odyssey that will be remembered forever awaits when you jet off to discover the delights of Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Enjoy the ultimate city adventure in Japan’s electrifying capital, where you’ll have the chance to embrace tradition, innovation and culture, exploring fascinating museums, futuristic landmarks, thrilling theme parks and ancient temples. The cosmopolitan Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur offers more spectacular attractions, including the spellbinding Petronas Twin Towers and the famed Batu Caves. You’ll be wowed by towering skyscrapers and delicious cuisine, and can expect to find enticing shopping malls and plenty of natural greenery dotted all around. A visit to the intensely beautiful shores of Penang is the icing on this multicentre cake. Delivering blissful beach days, and colourful city scenery, this wondrous destination also has much to offer in the way of culture, heritage and spirituality.

Discover Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Penang

More to sea

If you like the idea of a multicentre escape, but not the thought of various long-haul flights or packing and unpacking more than once, maybe you should consider a cruise holiday. Taking to the sea for your getaway will allow you to visit a collection of scintillating destinations, with your ship dropping anchor in a different port almost every day. Explore destinations across the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Asia, around the United Arab Emirates, Australia, Canada, the USA and lots more. You can even choose a no-fly cruise setting off from the UK. The world truly is your oyster. You’ll stay in comfort and style aboard your ship of choice, enjoying superb accommodation and impeccable service and hospitality. You’ll also be treated to an array of thrilling leisure options, spectacular entertainment and enticing restaurants catering to your every craving.

Find the cruise holiday of your dreams

“If you can’t decide where to go on your next holiday, a multicentre escape could be your solution.

“Instead of visiting just one amazing destination, you can experience two or even three unbelievable places.

“Matching an energetic city break with a rejuvenating tropical beach getaway is a popular multicentre combination.

“You can enjoy the best of both worlds exploring exciting destinations such as Dubai, Bangkok or New York, before letting your hair down on the paradise shores of the Maldives, Mauritius, Phuket or Barbados.

“Options for culture and history, outdoor adventures and lively nightlife are also on offer, with your perfect multicentre escape in your hands.

“Alternatively, a cruise holiday might be more to your liking, allowing you to discover different destinations almost every day of your voyage.”