Rachael Lindsay

Introduction When I saw Tariq1 in 2018, he told me that he was leaving Greece to try and cross the border into Italy. He was hoping to sneak onto a lorry in the port of Patras, as many young men do each day (Balakjian, 2020; Papangeli, 2021). His aim was to reach his brother who lived and worked in France.

If you've loved the thought of the Maldives but want more than just a beach holiday, Siyam World is the perfect resort to choose. Located on one of the largest islands in the Maldives, the 54-hectare resort is in the Noonu Atoll, 40 minutes on a sea plane from Male. For many this is a huge part of the Maldives experience and provides glorious views of the atolls below.

If you're dreaming of long, lazy days in the sunshine and a luxurious break from the stresses and strains of modern life, then Mexico, with its vibrant culture, decadent cuisine and breath-taking beaches is the obvious choice. But while there's no denying that the lavish five-star resorts of the Riviera Maya, on the Caribbean Coast, hold plenty of appeal, if you're looking for privacy and exclusivity then you're looking on the wrong coast, and at the wrong type of accommodation.