Holidays with the whole brood don’t have to be a compromise – we’ve rounded up a host of resorts that promise endless fun and entertainment for kids and adults alike.
IKOS RESORTS, GREECE & SPAIN
Ikos Resorts brings a fresh approach to the all-inclusive concept, with four fabulous Greek resorts, the most recent of which is the stunning Ikos Aria on Kos, which opens May 2019, followed by a new resort in Spain in 2020. Each resort is situated in a prime beachfront location, with restaurant menus created by Michelin-star chefs.
We particularly love the fact that the all-inclusive programme includes dine-out options at selected local restaurants, so you don’t have to eat at the resort every night. Facilities for kids include a children’s pool, paddling pool for babies, kids’ and teens’ clubs and a complimentary beach childcare service.
And with the new MINI drive adventure, complimentary for all guests, you can get behind the wheel of a MINI and explore the island at your leisure.
7 nights at Ikos Aria from £1,049 per adult and £495 per child sharing a Superior Triple Room Side Sea View on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 20%
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ANASSA, POLIS, CYPRUS
Anassa is one of Europe’s most impressive family-friendly resorts, resembling a clifftop Mediterranean village with its whitewashed walls, polished marble and terracotta-tiled roofs. Family facilities go far beyond the ordinary, with four different kids’ clubs catering to youngsters from 4 months up to 12 years of age, plus early restaurant sittings, junior sports camps and the fantastic Baby Go Lightly service, which allows you to pre-order essentials like cots, sterilisers and nappies.
There’s a great selection of family-friendly accommodation, including interconnecting suites and villas for up to nine people, and there are watersports galore available down at the beach. The needs of parents haven’t been overlooked, with a superb selection of restaurants, a stunning infinity pool and activities including yoga, cycling and tennis.
But it’s the spa that really steals the show at Anassa, with 18 treatment rooms, saunas, steam baths, a hair salon and Thalassotherapy treatments using seawater pumped straight from the bay. Only natural products are used, from brands including Osea, QMS Medicosmetics and ila Spa.
7 nights from £2,189 per adult and £315 per child sharing a Garden View Room on Half Board.
OFFER: Complimentary Half Board upgrade for children
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CARLISLE BAY, ANTIGUA
Carlisle Bay is one of the most stylish child-friendly resorts in the Caribbean, deservingly named ‘Best Long-Haul Hotel for Families’ at the 2018 Family Traveller Awards. Tucked away on a secluded bay, this paragon of understated luxury is separated into two distinct areas: one for families, one for adults only.
During school holidays, the Cool Kids Club caters for children from 6 months up to 6 years of age, while the Crew Blue programme keeps 7 to 12-year-olds busy with everything from movie screenings to Hobie Cat sailing.
7 nights from £2,039 per adult and £1,019 per child sharing an Ocean Suite including breakfast.
OFFER: Save up to 30% + complimentary room upgrade + US$200 resort credit
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GRAND VELAS RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO
Spread across 200 acres of dazzling beachfront and lush jungle, encompassing a dizzying array of dining options, showcasing an award-winning spa, and packed with fantastic kids’ facilities, there’s no guessing as to why Grand Velas Riviera Maya is such a hit with all age groups.
The resort manages to simultaneously appeal to foodies, families and couples alike, and ‘all-inclusive’ goes beyond what you’d expect here. The resort is divided into three distinct areas, each with its own pool, and facilities include a Kids’ and Teens’ Club open until 11pm, an expansive spa, and an action-packed array of land and watersports.
7 nights from £2,999 per adult and £699 per child sharing a Zen Grand Suite Jungle View on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 44% + kids stay free + US$50 spa credit
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SEA BREEZE BEACH HOUSE, BARBADOS
Proof that family-friendly hotels don’t have to be big and brash, this chic boutique retreat distils everything that’s great about Barbados. Dreamy white-sands are a launch pad for watersports including kayaking, snorkelling and body boarding, while separate family and adults-only areas mean the kids can make a splash in the pool without drawing disapproving looks.
A recent $15 million renovation has infused Sea Breeze Beach House with a cool new beach club vibe, filling the original Classic Rooms with pops of Caribbean colour and contemporary styling, and adding 44 brand new oceanfront suites. These spacious accommodations are perfect for families, offering up to four bedrooms, plus treats to enjoy while the youngsters are at the kids’ club, including daily canapés and a pre-stocked mini bar.
The South Coast location, just 15 minutes from the airport, is another boon for families, and two children up to 11 years of age stay and eat free during the summer months. There’s also a teens’ club with movies and video games, and a multitude of dining options, from fresh seafood at Aqua Terra Restaurant & Bar, to sweet treats at De Rum Shop Café.
7 nights from £2,029 per adult and £439 per child sharing a Luxury Oceanfront Suite on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 50% + children stay & eat free + US$75 restaurant credit
STAY: 01 May - 26 Jul & 24 Aug - 22 Dec 2019
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PARADISUS PLAYA DEL CARMEN LA ESMERALDA, MEXICO
This action-packed all-inclusive resort just got even better with the addition of the new Splash water park, already proving a big hit with La Esmeralda’s younger visitors. There’s more water-based fun in the family swimming pool, while the Kids’ Zone lays on activities from 9am ‘til 10pm every day, meaning parents can find time to enjoy more adult-oriented facilities such as the heavenly YHI Spa.
Add eight restaurants into the mix - one of which is exclusive to guests staying in the fantastic Family Concierge Suites - and you have the makings of a truly magical Mexican escape.
7 nights from £1,769 per adult and £639 per child sharing a Paradisus Junior Suite on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 56% + kids stay free + up to US$1,500 resort credit
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KANUHURA, MALDIVES
Imaginations run wild at Kanuhura’s fantastic kids’ club, with a packed programme of desert island expeditions, pirate adventures and mini Olympics. Parents can join in the fun with boat trips, high-octane watersports and scintillating snorkelling, or enjoy guilt-free sunbathing and spa treatments while the kids are off exploring with their new friends.
7 nights from £2,799 per adult and £959 per child sharing a Beach Bungalow on Half Board.
EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Save 40% + complimentary Half Board + kids stay and eat free
STAY: 10 May - 28 Sep 2019
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LONG BEACH, MAURITIUS
Long Beach has one of the coolest kids’ clubs we’ve seen, with everything from DJ sessions and (non-alcoholic) mixology lessons to pizza-making classes and yoga. Kids under 12 stay free when sharing a room with parents, meaning it’s great value for money, and it’s well worth upgrading to the all-inclusive plan which includes a choice of three restaurants for dinner, serving everything from Asian to Italian.
7 nights from £1,655 per adult and £575 per child sharing a Junior Suite on Half Board.
OFFER: Save 30% + kids stay and eat free
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DAIOS COVE LUXURY RESORT & VILLAS, CRETE, GREECE
Surrounded by olive groves and overlooking a private beach, Daios Cove is a fantastic choice for an upscale family break. The resort has a laid-back village feel, with family-friendly accommodation including one-, two- and three-bedroom villas. Four restaurants serve up the best of the Mediterranean, while sporting activities on offer include tennis, canoeing and scuba diving.
There’s a superb kids’ club and a crèche for the resort’s smaller visitors, freeing up your time to enjoy the spa, and you’re also close to the tavernas and shops of Agios Nikolaos.
7 nights from £1,429 per adult and £349 per child sharing a Deluxe Room Sea View with Individual Pool on Half Board.
OFFER: Save up to 40% + complimentary room upgrade
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THE LANDINGS RESORT & SPA BY ELEGANT HOTELS, SAINT LUCIA
Families have plenty of space to spread out at The Landings, with beautiful apartment-style suites offering up to three bedrooms, plus a kitchen, living area and balcony or terrace. The resort hugs Saint Lucia’s loveliest beach, within easy reach of Rodney Bay’s buzzing bars and restaurants.
There are three excellent eateries on site, four pools (one for adults only), an extensive spa and a complimentary kids’ club for youngsters aged 3 years and up. The calm, protected bay is perfect for watersports, with sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, kayaking and snorkelling all included in the price.
7 nights from £1,929 per person sharing a One Bedroom Villa Suite Marina View including breakfast.
OFFER: Save up to 50%
STAY: 27 Apr - 19 Jun and 06 Aug - 15 Nov 2019
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FAMILY TIME WITH ELEGANT HOTELS IN BARBADOS
For a fun-filled beach break with all the family, visit the award-winning Elegant Hotels where luxury meets natural beauty on the sun-kissed shores of Barbados. From complimentary watersports to an enticing Dine Around programme, Elegant Hotels have all you need for a relaxing break with the kids.
WAVES HOTEL & SPA
Waves is a great choice if you’re travelling with older children, offering activities including waterskiing, snorkelling, stand-up paddleboarding, beach cricket and movie nights for all the family. The hotel is situated on a lovely slice of west coast beach, with calm seas for swimming, and adults staying a week or more can enjoy complimentary treatments at the spa.
7 nights from £1,749 per adult and £439 per child sharing a Standard Room on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 35% + one spa treatment per adult + kids up to 5 yrs stay and eat free
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TURTLE BEACH
This authentically-Bajan south coast resort remains one of our most popular choices for families, with facilities including a kids’ pool, ice cream parlour and the fantastic Flying Fish Kids’ Club for children aged 3 to 12 years. Adults benefit from complimentary daily rounds of golf at Barbados Golf Club, and there are three different restaurants to enjoy, including the newly-renovated Sand Trap Restaurant serving Caribbean-Mediterranean fusion cuisine.
7 nights from £1,719 per adult and £439 per child sharing a Pool/Garden View Junior Suite on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 35% + kids up to 5 yrs stay and eat free
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TAMARIND
Tamarind is a stylish hotel with a laid-back atmosphere, popular with both couples and families. Just off the beach is one of the island’s prime spots for swimming with turtles, while next door you can enjoy exquisite dining at Daphne’s, one of the best restaurants in Barbados. Club Tamarind keeps teens entertained with the latest video games, and there’s a generous selection of included watersports.
7 nights from £1,299 per adult and £439 per child sharing a Pool/Garden View Room including breakfast.
OFFER: Save up to 50% + kids up to 12 yrs stay and eat free
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CRYSTAL COVE
The intimate, village-style Crystal Cove, set around a beautiful three-tiered pool, is a great family option. Kids between ages 3 to 12 can enjoy locally-inspired activities like cricket on the beach and Bajan dance lessons at the Flying Fish Kids’ Club, while parents relax in the romantic surroundings of the waterfall-shrouded swim-up Cave Bar, or the seafront wine and tapas bar. This is a particularly good hotel for families with smaller children, thanks to the gentle gradient of the beach.
7 nights from £2,119 per adult and £439 per child sharing a Pool/Garden View Room on All-Inclusive.
OFFER: Save up to 35% + kids up to 5 yrs stay and eat free
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Prices are based on two adults and one child sharing (two adults sharing for The Landings) and include return scheduled flights, private transfers (shared for boat and seaplane) and the use of a UK airport lounge.
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