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IT might be coming to the end of the year, so now is a great time to book a holiday – and here are the best places to visit.

One On the Beach expert named his ‘best kept underrated secret hotels’ with aquaparks, private beaches and panoramic sea views.

Luna Vista Belek, Turkey

In the very popular Turkish resort of Belek in Antalya is this new 5-star hotel that opened earlier this year in May 2025.

The Luna Vista Belek is a 5-star resort on the coast of Belek and even has its very own private beach and reviews at 4.9 out of 5.

Despite this, On the Beach revealed there are still plenty of spaces with a low booking rate.

On the Beach expert Rob Brooks said: “This place barely gets booked compared to the big Belek names – but the people who do absolutely rave about it”.

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The hotel has six pools, an aquapark and entertainment from festivals to karaoke, and even cinema nights.

It also has ultra all-inclusive options with gourmet meals all day and night.

A seven-night stay at the Luna Vista Belek starts from £770pp including flights from London Gatwick.

3HB Faro, Portugal

The five-star luxury 3HB hotel is in downtown Faro but is still quiet enough that it won’t feel like its in the heart of the city.

Rob said: “If you want a city break that feels like a beach resort, this is it”.

Common mentions in the reviews are the modern rooftop pool area and ‘ridiculously good breakfasts’.

The hotel has two restaurants as well as a rooftop bar that looks over the city and is a five-minute walk from the centre of Faro.

A seven-night stay at the 3HB Faro starts from £830pp (room only) with flights from London Gatwick.

Eagles Nest Studios, Kefalonia

The Eagles Nest Studios is in the tiny village of Lourdas in Kefalonia at the foot of Mount Ainos – which means you get amazing mountain and sea views.

Rob calls it the “definition of an underrated Greek gem” and reviews compliment the “unbelievably kind owners”, “panoramic hillside views” and “simple but spotless rooms”.

It’s even been lauded as a ‘four star experience at a two star price’.

The Eagles Nest Studios is a perfect stay for anyone looking for simplicity – it has an onsite pool and local tavernas.

A four-night stay at the Eagles Nest Studios starts from £420pp (on a self-catering basis) with flights from London Gatwick.

Basar Hotel, Turkey

The three-star Basar Hotel is tucked slightly inland from Dalaman in Turkey very near to Marmaris.

Rob reveals that the reviews compliment its “family-run vibe with homecooked meals” .

The hotel has twin, double and triple rooms – each has an ensuite and balcony.

There’s a main restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating – and both breakfast and dinner are buffet service.

Outside is a swimming pool surrounded by sunbeds and inside is even a TV lounge.

A seven-night stay at the Basar Hotel starts from £345pp (for a B&B) with flights from London Gatwick.

La Concha Boutique, Lanzarote

La Concha Boutique is a three-star adult only apartment complex on the beach in Lanzarote.

The white-washed peaceful complex has an outdoor pool, guests can stay in one of the roomy apartments that’s equipped with speedy Wi-Fi.

Reviews have described the place as a “luxury Airbnb” and Rob reveals the reason that it isn’t as booked up because it’s slightly tucked away.

A seven-night stay at La Concha Boutique starts from £565pp (on a self-catering basis) with flights from London Gatwick.

Hotel Iliana Panormos, Crete

The Hotel Iliana Panormos is a two-star hotel on the island of Crete with a central courtyard and swimming pool.

Reviews say it’s a “proper Greek family run gem” in the village of Panormos near pretty tavernas.

The hotel looks classically Greek with white walls with terracotta rooftop tiles and bright blue doors.

It’s only 150m from pretty sandy beaches as well as watersport spots, and it’s within walking distance of local tavernas and shops.

A seven-night stay at Hotel Iliana Panormos starts from £370pp (on a self-catering basis) with flights from London Gatwick.

A Suite Side, Turkey

A Suite Side is a three-star complex in Side, Antalya that has self-contained apartments with a shared pool.

Rob reveals that guest reviews say it feels a “boutique design hotel but with Turkish value for money“.

The hotel is missed because it doesn’t have sea views – but it’s a very short walk away from the beach front.

There are plenty of rooms up for grabs including those with garden and pool views, others come with Jacuzzis – but all come with a furnished balcony or terrace, an open-plan living room and kitchen.

At the hotel are multiple pool areas, one for adults and a smaller one for children.

A seven-night stay at A Suite Side starts from £455pp (on a self-catering basis).

Idyll Suites, Gran Canaria

The adults only Idyll Suites is found in sunny Gran Canaria which has sunny terraces and incredible ocean views.

In fact, the 24 deluxe suites and 23 superior suites, all face the sea and have beautiful panoramic views.

Reviews say it feels like a “luxury suite at a mid-range price” with many guests stating they return year after year.

It’s self-catering, but nearby is the Delicias restaurant and a place to enjoy Mediterranean specialities – and hotel guests get an exclusive discount.

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It’s in the quieter part of Gran Canaria near to Puerto de Mogan’s pretty harbour, and 4km from lively Puerto Rico.

A seven-night stay at the Idyll Suites starts from £435pp (on a self-catering basis) with flights from London Gatwick.

Channel 4 is reportedly gearing up to axe The Inheritance, which was fronted by Liz Hurley and Rob Rinder and saw 13 players attempt to win money from a will, after just one series

Elizabeth Hurley‘s reality show could be about to be axed after just one series. The Hollywood star, 60, teamed up with Good Morning Britain presenter Rob Rinder to front the game show, which aired on Channel 4 earlier this year.

The Bedazzled actress played the The Deceased, with Rob working as The Executor, and 13 contestants battled it out in a series of challenges to unlock money from the will as they try to convince each other that only they should be trusted with the money pot. Whilst no official decision has bene made on the programme’s future, insiders have claimed that it is not expected to come back for a second run of episodes.

A source told The Sun: “The Inheritance has been widely viewed as a flop, despite all the publicity and having a big star at its heart.

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“Channel 4 maintains no decision has been made on its future, but many people involved in the debut series are working on the basis that it isn’t returning. Of course there may be some huge changes of mind and the show enjoys a stay of execution, but all the signs are that this is another expensive flop and they’re likely to quit while they’re behind.”

The Mirror has contacted Channel 4 representatives for comment.

The first episode of The Inheritance pulled in just half a million viewers, although this grew once catch up figures were taken into account. However, over the course of two weeks, overall, the programme averaged just 1.5 million. In the end, it was 28-year-old Yorkshire scaffolder Cam who emerged victorious, winning the vote amongst his fellow finalists to be the ultimate Prime Beneficiary, receiving a whopping £100,000 fortune from The Deceased’s estate.

Cam then had the option of keeping the prize money to himself, which would add to the already huge £10,000 he had accumulated throughout the game. However, in a nail biting final decision, he chose to share his winnings with Emma, Hafsah, Hannah and Jesse, who each took home £20,000 each, along with what they had already banked throughout.

In total, Cam walked away with £30,000 with the rest of the finalists trailing closely behind. Hannah and Jesse received £28,200 each Hafsah taking home £27,700 and paramedic Emma walking away with a modest £23,800.

During the tense moment, host Rob Rinder was seen standing with the finalists during the tense moment, as he revealed that Cam had chosen to split the money with all four players. “You arrived at the final at the final stages of this game together, and you now leave with an equal slice of the inheritance,” Rob announced, as the contestants broke down in tears.

“You arrived at the final at the final stages of this game together, and you now leave with an equal slice of the inheritance,” Rob announced, as the contestants broke down in tears.

“The inheritance is now concluded, please collect your money from the safe boxes and leave the estate immediately,” he concluded.

While the players were left shocked at Cam’s generous decision, it was a no brainer for him, as he announced: “I’ve had debt hanging over my head for years, I can’t describe the feeling of a fresh start.

“My dad taught me integrity and in that strong room it is literally a battle between your head and your heart. To be able to change the lives of four other people too, I am so happy and proud.” Of course, he’s only human, and he did have second thoughts when the money was right in front of his eyes.

“We all spoke about it in the final division ceremony, dividing all the money up, and I think it’s easy to say you would,” he said. “However, when you get down into that room, and you’ve got a hundred thousand pounds in front of your face, you start thinking about everything back at home and how much it could change your life.

“It really is a tough decision but at the end of the day I’m a team player, and I’m just so happy that I did make the decision I made.”

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