Neilson Baia dei Mori Beachclub, Budoni, Sardinia

Neilson’s Baia dei Mori Beachclub enjoys a wonderful location on the unspoilt north-east coast of Sardinia, separated from the beach by dunes and with wonderful biking in the vicinity (bike loan is included) – choose from challenging hills with gorgeous scenery to gentler roads and varied off-road routes for mountain-bikes. 

On the water you can learn to sail, windsurf, paddleboard or kayak, or there are kitesurfing lessons nearby at an extra charge. Tennis (with coaching) is available on four courts, and there's also an outdoor fitness deck. And after a full day of action you can relax by the pool or treat yourself to a massage.

This is not quite an all-inclusive holiday, but as well as flights, transfers and most activities, breakfast and lunch are included daily, as are four evening meals. On other evenings, choose between the pool bar, an organised barbecue, or local options including bars and restaurants along the bach, nestled in the pine trees with views of the bay.  

Simple but comfortable rooms are grouped in fours in bungalows in the gardens, a short walk from the beach. Baia de Mori is just a 15-minute drive from the ancient village of Posada, or 10 minutes from the centre of the seaside resort of Budoni. You're also only 40 minutes from the airport – a great boon when travelling with young children in particular.