Our featured properties of the week
This week’s favourite holiday properties for the ultimate luxury getaway.
Where to next? We have curated some inspiration to cover all sorts of stays and guests. Peruse what’s trending now. We’ve cast around for hotels, villas and gulets which we think will offer standout holidays in summer 2025.
Hand-picked uncommercial destinations
We specialise in uncommercial holiday destinations in Turkey, the Greek Islands of Crete and Kefalonia, Mallorca, Sicily, Malta and the year-round exotic destination of Morocco. We continue to seek out and offer new discerning experiences in other destinations and this year are delighted to introduce new regions in Morocco, bucket list expeditions and also luxury voyages at sea- worldwide.
Friendly, personal service
We are a truly specialist tour operator offering unique boutique hotels, private villas with pools, rural retreats and select apartments in unspoilt resorts. Whether you’re looking for a suite built within caves, a romantic rooftop terrace or your own private infinity pool…we’ve got a great selection for you.
We have extensive first hand experience of the properties we feature, have time to help guests choose specific rooms or villas and, having built up great relationships with all the owners, can offer a truly personal service to enhance your holiday. Thankfully, many of our guests agree as we have a huge number of very loyal repeat guests.
But don’t take our word for it… to see genuine reviews from Discerning Collection guests click here.
Holiday types
Discerning experiences
We are delighted to introduce our exciting new portfolio of truly memorable experience holidays. Designed to allow you to discover natural wonders and unique cultural experiences year round and in a choice of destinations. Our current experience holidays include; a yoga and lifestyle holiday in an eco lodge in Morocco this November, tailor made itineraries on the Amalfi coast, Tuscany, Puglia and Matera and landscapes of Turkey which combine Cappadocia and Istanbul. Our Discerning Experience holidays have been created to allow you to see a facet of the destination not usually unavailable, while traveling in style and enjoying the finest hospitality as well as our renowned personal and attentive service.
Latest news
Korsan Kalkan Villas – Exclusive Spring & Early Summer Offers
Kalkan in April, May, and June offers warm seas, long sunny days, and milder temperatures—perfect for both exploring ancient sites and relaxing by the water. The Korsan Kalkan Villas provide a private and comfortable stay, with each villa offering its own unique character and a seamless blend of space, style, and independence- now with exclusive offers there is no better time to book your next holiday to Kalkan.
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A Rare Summer Offer at One of Kalkan’s Best-Loved Boutique Hotels: The Oasis
For those seeking a break in July and August look forward to—long, sunlit days, warm evenings, and a laid-back, grown-up atmosphere. With 10% off stays between 14th July – 24th August 2025, now is the time to enjoy it.
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Villa Guney Exclusive: A New Addition To The Discerning Collection Villa Portfolio for Summer 2025
If the spectacular infinity pool alone doesn’t capture your heart at this villa near the elegant harbour town of Kalkan, the private, decked swimming platform extending over the sea most certainly will.
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Likya Residence Hotel & Spa
One of our guests favourites in Kalkan, Turkey
Arguably the best hotel in the region, the stunning Likya Residence and Spa is a luxurious adult-only retreat, yet just a short stroll from the heart of the charming harbour town of Kalkan.
All of the light, airy and incredibly spacious rooms and suites offer unrivalled sea views and have a large balcony or terrace, a superb spot to sit and watch the sun go down over the deep blue Mediterranean.
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Tailored for you
Bespoke holidays, to fit your exact requirements
Whether you are simply looking for accommodation for a few nights, or want an off the beaten track tailor-made holiday, the team at The Discerning Collection can fulfill your every need.
We can arrange flights from any UK airport on any day of the week, transfers or car hire, accommodation (including specific rooms), and many other services such as various jaunts and excursions, meals in some of the best restaurants in town! We are totally flexible and are here to ensure that you book the holiday that you want.
Simply give us a call on 01784 817 720 to experience our friendly and knowledgeable service first-hand.
