Top 10 Zika-free holidays

If you’re looking for golden sandy beaches, varied landscapes, and the perfect mix of bustling cities and natural wonders, then Australia is the perfect destination. It’s a place where you can slip right in, with no language barrier and a global assortment of cuisine, it makes travelling comfortable and easy as you lounge in their array of boutique properties and traverse their epic landscape.

Step away from the computer screen and into the great outdoors on a New Zealand holiday. Ideal for those looking for a Zika-free adventure holiday – New Zealand is all about soaking in the natural world. Take a champagne break atop a glacier, absorb the sublimity of the remote mountains and forests, and indulge in world-class cuisine. The perfect quiet luxury escape that will have you stretching the boundaries of your imagination.

For those still craving that coastal holiday, where Aedes mosquitos thrive, Sri Lanka is an excellent Zika-free destination in Asia. Sri Lanka is a place where you can do a bit of everything. Whilst small, you could easily spend two weeks here embracing the warm and welcoming culture, visiting ancient sites, lounging on the beach, eating scrumptious food and searching for wildlife. Although there is a similar subcontinent flair, Sri Lanka is wholly unique and the ideal place for chill exploration.

A beach holiday to Mauritius is luxury at its finest. Soft sandy beaches, world-class amenities, crystal clear waters – Mauritius is a revitalizing destination that’s perfect for unwinding and indulging in the best. There are plenty of things to do for active goers who prefer a mix of adventure with their fly-and-flop holidays. Hike to verdant waterfalls and botanical gardens or take to the ocean for watersports and deep sea fishing.

Go island hopping in the Seychelles and stay in castaway retreats in this idyllic archipelago. With Inner and Outer Islands, both offering a unique set of experiences, the Seychelles truly has something for everyone, from safe family fun to romantic couple escapes. Choose from private islands, top-notch resorts, or seafront villas. Being so close to South Africa, it’s also the ideal place for a beach and safari holiday.

The UAE exists in the duality of modern glamour set amongst endless desert. Developing at an unstoppable rate, the UAE offers a colossal amount of modern marvels and activities. Or, venture outside the city lights for stargazing, rolling sand dunes and Bedouin culture. Abu Dhabi, the capital city, is an enticing cultural hub with stunning beaches, and world-class attractions like the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Yas Island.

Looking for some winter sun or a culture-rich honeymoon? Oman is a stunning country with a more authentic feel than its UAE neighbours. Swap ultra-luxury for culture and tradition in this off-the-beaten-track destination. Enjoy a mix of beach and mountains, moving between Six Senses Zighy Bay and the canyons and dramatic landscapes surrounding the Anantara. Oman offers a diverse, less tourist-heavy holiday, creating a great introduction to the Middle East.

Morocco is a destination on everyone’s travel wish list. With places like Marrakech, one of Morocco’s most well-known cities, bursting with life. Set at the foothills of the Atlas mountains, it is home to the country’s largest souq as well as the busiest square in Africa, filled with market stalls, acrobats and musicians. Stay at the Dar Zemora, a stunning boutique hotel in the heart of the Palmeraie just outside Marrakech, which has peaceful surroundings and service that is second to none.

With Zika-free and malarial-free areas, South Africa is the ideal wildlife destination for those looking for Zika-free destinations in Africa. Head to Marakele National Park to spot the Big 5 and for exceptional birdwatching, or for something more laid-back, head to the Winelands to ride the trams in Franschhoek and picnic amongst the mountains. And don’t forget Cape Town with its cosmopolitan delights, making South Africa one of the most distinct and varied destinations on this list.

Chile is one of the safest destinations in South America for Zika-free travel, as the only country rated as having no Zika-transmitting mosquitos. Chile is for couples looking to don their hiking boots with the Patagonia wilderness, Atacama Desert and rich wine regions beckoning to be explored. Have true authentic experiences and witness some of the world's most rugged and indescribable landscapes on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.