Center Parcs Longford Forest Cycle Loop

Where: Longford Forest

Why: It's not open to the public, but Center Parcs Ireland fans rave about its idyllic, self-contained, car-free campus (critics compare it to The Truman Show). The layout allows a network of roads and paths to circle lake, lodges and central village, and once traffic clears off on changeover days, toddlers to teens take off with abandon. Prices show no sign of discounting (ranging from €499 in September to €1,399 in August for four days in a two-bed woodland lodge). But I could see its self-catering lodges, outdoorsy vibe and known brand benefiting from a pent-up demand for family breaks and reunion holidays after lockdown.

Trip notes: Holidaymakers with bookings cancelled were offered the option of rebooking with a €100 incentive, or a refund. Bookings are available from July 20. Bike hire costs €35/€25pp for three or four days (with helmets at €5 a pop), but you can save by bringing your own. centerparcs.ie

If you like this, try: Blessingbourne Estate in Co Tyrone has 13km of mountain bike trails designed by Architrail's Phil Saxena, who also designed trails for the Beijing Olympics and the Downhill World Cup. See blessingbourne.com.

NB: All prices subject to availability/change. Opening times, dates and restrictions will all be subject to public health guidelines. See also discoverireland.ie for more tips on bike hire, tour operators and where to cycle.