You can spend the day in Maldives-style overwater huts – just 3 hours from the UK
Well you can actually enjoy Maldives-style sea beds, just over three hours from the UK.
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Located in Albania is the picturesque, Mykonos-looking town of Sarandë.
Sandwiched between the Ionian Sea and rolling hills littered with olive groves, the resort town boasts a great alternative destination to the Maldives.
The Lost Seaside beach club features a pool, beach, restaurant and lounge.
And it has multiple different sunbeds to choose from, including nets suspended above the sea.
The beach club strikes a balance between chilled vibes and luxury with breathtaking views and refreshing cocktails.
In addition, there is also a restaurant where you can grab eats, including fresh salads, feta dishes and squid.
Prices for sunbeds vary depending on what type you want and when you visit.
But prices for August are £106.95 for a net cabana in the beach area, which hangs over the water, for three people - so around £35 per person.
Alternatively you can grab a normal cabana for £62.39 for two people or two sunbeds for £35.65.
By the pool there are also a couple of options included cabanas for £62.39 for three people and two sunbeds for £35.65.
Beach Club that's like being on the Med
Guests can grab a beer for around £4.46, an Aperol spritz for £5.35 or a cocktail from £8.91.
Hundreds of keen travellers who have headed to the resort have posted videos of the spot on social media.
One visitor said: "The music and food were top tier, loved the views as well."
Another visitor mentioned how they went to the resort in June and found it to be less crowded than other popular spots.
There are a couple of different ways to get to the resort.
One way is to fly to Corfu Airport in Greece and then jump onboard a ferry.
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Return flights to Corfu can cost as low as £85 from Birmingham or £110 from London Gatwick in August - which is a peak month.
And whilst the ferry prices rise and fall depending on the day you travel and the time, return tickets can be found as low as £23 per adult.
In total, it could cost you just over £100 per person to get to the town.
Alternatively, you could fly to Tirana, the capital of Albania, which tends to be cheaper most of the year except July and August.
In Sarandë itself, there is a selection of restaurants and bars worth exploring as well.
And also nearby is the popular spot of The Blue Eye - a natural spring in the village of Muzinë with crystal clear waters that are about 12C.
Another great location is Gjirokastër, known for its Ottoman architecture and UNESCO-listed old town with stone houses to venture around.
Maldives hotel named one of the best in the world
SIYAM World, a Maldives hotel, has earned global recognition from Tripadvisor.
This vast resort offers unique experiences for all guests, set within the stunning Maldivian landscape.
It boasts four kilometres of beaches and six kilometres of reef.
Accommodations range from villas to residences, with many water villas featuring private pools and ocean slides.
Adrenaline junkies can enjoy the floating waterpark, sporty jet cars, and even a semi-submersible Seabreacher.
On land, the resort features a horse ranch, jungle go-karting, and an international football field, offering diverse activities.
Families are catered to with "Kidz World," while adults can relax at the onsite spa.
The resort operates on an all-inclusive basis, with extensive dining and drink options.
To reach this paradise from the UK, fly directly from London Heathrow to Velana International Airport, followed by a quick seaplane or domestic flight and speedboat transfer.
There is also a Maldives-like overwater bungalow resort in the UK that has a new outdoor pool and slide complex.
Plus, the beautiful lake an hour from London with overwater bungalows like the Maldives.
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