Top Five Family Holiday Destinations
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Picking the right destination can really make or break a family holiday. Get it right and you’ll be in the running for parents of the year. Get it wrong and the kids will be reminding you about it for years to come. Looking for flight deals and affordable accommodation will seem easy after you’ve agonised over choosing the perfect place to go.
Here are five top family holiday suggestions, with old classics mixed with some adventurous new ideas.
1. Spain
A long-time favourite for UK holidaymakers, Spain is perhaps the classic family holiday destination. Its islands and costas have some of Europe’s best beaches, and everyone knows how much kids love the beach. Try Northern Spain to find fewer tourists, beaches that are less busy, beautiful rolling countryside and some cultural treats.
As well as sea and sand, Spain also offers great walking and cycling holidays. Cities like Seville and Granada have enough cultural treasures to keep most kids enthralled. And of course, Spain is the home of the classic villa holiday; lie in the sun and relax while the kids play for hours in the pool.
2. France
The other classic holiday destination. And it’s easy to see why France’s natural beauty will always attract holidaymakers.
One of its major advantages is that it’s close. Load up the car, take the tunnel and you could be at your holiday destination in just a few hours. The northern areas of Normandy and Brittany are ideal for kids as they’ve great camping opportunities.
For those willing to go a bit further, the Vendée on the Atlantic coast has miles of quiet and unspoilt beaches. And what could be more idyllic than a family canoe adventure down the Loire?
3. Croatia
Perhaps not an obvious choice, but the unspoilt coastline of Croatia is a perfect place for a family holiday. Enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the coastal resorts or marvel at the stunning historic cities of Dubrovnik and Split.
Croatia’s thousands of small islands are the perfect place for a cycling holiday, with many small enough to explore in a single day. Ride along and discover your own private cove for a refreshing swim.
4. Turkey
Although not as cheap as it once was, Turkey still offers an affordable family holiday. Its thousands of miles of Aegean coastline are perfect for beach holidays. Or try Istanbul for an exotic and fascinating urban adventure.
Explore the coastline on a boat cruise or have some more extreme fun with the many adventure sport activities on offer.
5. The USA
The US is the holy grail of family holidays in the eyes of most kids. It really does have it all. With the world’s best theme parks, most iconic cities and famous beaches, you’ll never be short of entertainment that’s for sure!
On a budget? Rent a car and take the family on a road trip adventure of a lifetime. Or simply enjoy the bustle and beauty that California is famous for.
