Located on the pristine Godahl Beach in The Grenadines, this Mandarin Oriental has established a new echelon for luxury travel in the Caribbean. A harmonious combination of beautiful interiors, classic architecture and cutting-edge technology, the resort is abounding with colourful character. Synonymous with a classic, clean and contemporary aesthetic, interiors are a confluence of cool marble, luxurious cream fabrics, dark woods and a splash of pink colour. Enabling guests to have a sumptuous and comfortable stay, everything you could possibly wish for is literally at your fingertips thanks to three touch-screen tablets. The twenty-six Suites and six Villas feature his and her walk in closets and twin vanities, and there is an adjacent Canouan Estate, featuring Villas ranging from two to eight bedrooms.

Lunch is a generous affair at Lagoon Café, where Mediterranean-influenced dishes such as Greek Tzatziki with sourdough bread and stone-baked pizzas take centre stage. Travel the culinary world through an authentic global menu at Romeo, where tables overlook an open display kitchen. Juliet is a sophisticated and refined setting with the ambience of a member’s club. The menu features fresh local fish, beef and organic herbs and vegetables sourced on the island.

Golf enthusiasts can hone their skills at the resort’s Jim Fazio-designed eighteen-hole championship course, which has been voted one of the Top 10 Golf Courses in the World. Welcome the challenge of unforgiving breezes at the top of the ridge, dramatic sloping hills and challenging holes, helping you to become a more accomplished player. Unwind in the resort’s spa, with only the blissful sounds of nature to interrupt you.

Proud to be family friendly, Mandarin Oriental offers the truly fantastic Pirate Kids Club. The realisation of every child’s dream while in paradise, possibilities are boundless here, from playing games on the latest Wii, Xbox and Playstation, watching films on the cinema projector, indulging food cravings at the culinary counter, or swimming in the pool fitted with slides. There is also a toddler’s play area complete with a sunken trampoline, baby swings and climbing frames.