Don’t get us wrong, we love family holidays and the chaotic fun that kids tend to bring to the table. But sometimes, just sometimes, we all need a bit of child-free downtime. And that’s where adult-only holidays come in.
Whether you’re travelling solo, enjoying a romantic break or spending some quality time with friends, adult-only hotels have an altogether different vibe than those geared up to entertain the whole family.
Picture this: no noisy pool games (unless you start them) and no unexpected early-morning wake-up calls. Just time spent recharging your batteries, revelling in the peace and looking after number one. Because whether you’re a parent or not, everyone deserves some time out. Here are a few of our favourite things about going adult-only.
Freedom. Where the only person that needs looking after is you. From your pool butlers and waiters to your activity instructors and spa staff, here at Neilson, there’s a huge team on hand to pamper you and make your holiday as memorable as possible. So do as much or as little as you like and don’t feel bad about it for a second.
Dive into action-packed days, taking on as many activities as you want. Start your day off with some beachfront yoga, enjoy breakfast, then head into the hills for some mountain biking or hit the waves via watersport activities like wakeboarding or dinghy sailing.
This is the time to indulge your passions, so whether you want to find a new hobby or devote some time to old favourites, grasp the opportunity and get stuck in.
Adult-only breaks provide a greater opportunity to socialise with like-minded people. Getting to know others over drinks, chatting the night away about must-try activities – you’ll even get away with subtly mentioning your recent sporting achievements – just be prepared for some competitive responses!
And if you find yourself on a Neilson adult-only holiday, you’ll get the pleasure of dabbling in some booze and balls – our spin on the classic game of tennis. How do we put a spin on it? By putting a beer in your hand. So, with racket in one hand, beer in the other, we invite our guests to take part in several games where, as you might’ve guessed, losing means drinking: it’s a win-win for all involved.
For something a little more heart-raising, take part in one of our fitness classes like Zumba or HIIT. Chances are, having chosen a similar holiday, you’ll find that you have lots in common with other guests. We’ve even known lifelong friendships that have started on one of our holidays: fact.
Alternatively, feel free to bask in blissful solitude and spend your time lounging by the pool with your nose in a good book. Holiday the way you want.
The evenings are all about kicking back over great food and drinks. Get glammed up for pre-dinner cocktails, enjoy three-course à la carte meals with delicious wine or relax at a laid-back barbeque with a beer. Or why not head out to explore nearby towns or cities and get a real flavour of the local culture? And not a chicken dipper in sight…
Top off the evening with a moonlit stroll along the beach, your toes in the surf and your eyes on the starry skies overhead. Pretty magical, right?
Knowing that relaxation is usually high up on the priorities for an adults-only holiday, our Buca Beachclub offers little extras designed to make your stay extra special. Your room will be stocked with everything from fluffy bathrobes and luxury bed linen to free alcoholic beverages and a Nespresso machine. Enjoy complimentary cocktails by the pool, wine tasting evenings and fully-stocked beach bags – we try to think of everything.
Need we say more? Whether you’re a parent or not, starting the day without an unexpected awakening from little ones is oh-so-good, especially when you’re aching - having mastered the waves the day before – happily recovering, dozing away on pillows of your choice.
Take your lie-in to the next level with breakfast in bed. There’s no better way to start the day than with a continental breakfast of pastries, preserves, fruit, yoghurt, juice and coffee in your room, as you look out to the ocean and plan the day ahead.
Parents, a child-free break can be just what you need to unwind, let go of your responsibilities and have some fun – before returning to your brood a happier parent with incredible water sport talents.
Non-parents, quite simply, you’ll return home and want to immediately go again.
Buca Beachclub is our modern adults-only hotel. Set on the beautiful Analisi Beach in Greece’s southern Peloponnese, it has a relaxed boutique vibe and an absolute dream of a swimming pool. Think sleek glass design, luxurious day beds and a steady stream of complimentary refreshments. And not a rubber duck in sight.
Buca sits next to our popular Messini Beachclub. The hotel, restaurant, bar and pool are strictly adults-only, with most of the activities being shared with guests at Messini Beachclub.
