The Sanctuaries are among the most amazing hotel rooms on earth, each completely decadent, self-contained, with its own open air infinity pool, and all-inclusive of butler and room service.

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Other highlights are an open-air dining terrace, a double infinity pool, five all-weather tennis courts and a spa housed in a restored 18th century plantation house.

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The ship has everything you would expect from a regular cruise line: a Karaoke club, a buffet, a kids' pool and open-air bars on the top decks.

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Demolition of an open air swimming pool in Weston-super-Mare has been further stalled by three weeks while the decision is reviewed.

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Inviting chaises longues flank a small pool, and thatched roofs cover an open- air dining area.

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