With redundancy rates rising and the economical climate still in its darkest days there is never a better time to escape to a place that’s cut off from the outside world. 

Island hideaways offer time to reflect and to recuperate to prepare you to face the world again. Below is a review of some of the most exclusive hideaways to escape to by helicopter...

Benguerra Island, Mozambique - Azura

The Azura resort is Mozambique’s first luxury 'eco' boutique retreat

Situated on Benguerra Island it was built entirely by hand by the local community and offers villas with their own infinity pool and specialist pampering

Tresco, Isles Scily – Island Hotel

The island of Tresco is renowned for its tropical plants and art gallery which is the perfect backdrop for

The Island Hotel. The exclusive hotel has its own private beach and helicopter to take you to & from your luxurious hideaway.

Osea Island – The Causeway Retreat

Osea Island is a private island off the Blackwater Estuary in South East England. The island which is only accessible by helicopter is home to The Causeway Retreat, a luxurious rehabilitation centre that specialises in complimentary therapies to combat stress & addiction. The tranquil surroundings are the perfect place for a full recuperation. 

Moorea Island, Polynesia - InterContinental Resort and Spa

The InterContinental Resort and Spa is located between the mountains and lagoon on Moorea Island in Polynesia. The getaway spa is situated within 27 acres of magnificent gardens to help bring peace back to your life.

Hebridean Islands, Scotland, Islay Island

Islay Island boasts sandy beaches and breathtaking coastal cliffs and enjoys a climate milder than that of mainland Scotland. Home to eight Laphroaig Distilleries this is the perfect place for somebody wanting to get away from it all, enjoy peaceful walks through the day followed by a single malt whiskey in the evening.

Davui Island, Fiji - Royal Davui Island Resort

This romantic island retreat is where a privileged few can enjoy solitude luxury and comfort.

Surrounded by a living barrier reef and fringed by white sand beaches, Royal Davui is the perfect island to escape to by helicopter.

Cousine Island, Seychelles - Cousine Island Resort and Spa

Part luxury resort, part nature reserve, Cousine Island is 62 acres of natural beauty. Cousine Island Reserve is a paradise and one of the smaller of the granitic islands. From arriving on the island by its private helicopter you will be welcomed by the islands tropical birds and tortoises. 

Exuma islands, Bahamas - Musha Cay (island & resort)

Situated on the islands owned by David Copperfield Musha Cay offers seven sugar-soft beaches circling the island which collectively span three miles.  And for what must be one of the worlds’s most private strolls, guests can be reassured this getaway will be one of the most relaxed of their lives.

Dhonakulhi island, Maldives – The Island Hideaway

The Island Hideaway at Dhonakulhi Maldives, Spa Resort & Marina is a luxury boutique resort situated on the privately owned uninhabited virgin island of Dhonakulhi, in Haa Alifu Atoll. Nature and luxury blend harmoniously together to ensure a calm stay to collect thoughts and be ready to face the real world again.