FAMILY HOLIDAYS
Escape the School Run. Start an Adventure.
Get ready to trade packed lunches and timetables for poolside snacks and memory-making. This is your guide to the glorious, chaotic, and utterly brilliant world of the family holiday.
Life with kids is a beautiful blur of school runs, swimming lessons, homework, and a never-ending pile of laundry. It’s brilliant, but it’s busy. That’s why a proper family holiday isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity. It’s your chance to hit pause on the relentless routine, ditch the diary, and just be together. It's about swapping the soundtrack of pinging notifications for the sound of your kids laughing as they jump into a pool.
These trips are the building blocks of a happy childhood (and a sane parenthood). They’re about creating those golden, sun-drenched memories that will become the stories you tell for years to come. Whether it's building a questionable-looking sandcastle or watching your teenager finally crack a smile, these are the moments that matter. This is your official permission slip to switch off, have fun, and focus on your favourite people.
The Real Reason We Do It (Spoiler: It’s Worth It)
Let's face it, travelling with the entire crew can feel like a military operation. So why do we do it? Because it’s one of the most rewarding things in the world. Here’s why.
From School Runs to Sun Runs
The best thing about a family holiday is the blissful lack of a schedule. There are no bells, no deadlines, and no need to be anywhere in particular. You can have ice cream for breakfast (go on, we won’t tell). You can spend all day in the pool until your fingers go wrinkly. These family breaks are your golden ticket to escaping the everyday and simply enjoying each other's company, without the usual pressure.
The Official 'Remember When…' Factory
Holidays with kids are where the magic happens. This is where your family’s private collection of in-jokes and legendary stories gets created. It’s the ‘remember when Dad tried to paddleboard?’ or ‘remember when you were brave enough to go on that huge water slide?’. These shared experiences are priceless, weaving the fabric of your family’s history and giving you tales to tell around the dinner table for decades.
Happy Kids + Relaxed Parents = Holiday Maths
Modern family-friendly resorts are masters of a very special kind of alchemy. They understand the secret formula: if the kids are happy, the parents are happy. With incredible kids’ clubs, splash parks, and activities galore for all ages, the little ones (and the not-so-little ones) are entertained. Which means you, the grown-ups, get that slice of holiday heaven you’ve been dreaming of: five minutes of peace on a sun lounger with a book.
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Passports, Please! Three Trips the Whole Family Will Love
Stuck for ideas? Here are three tried-and-tested destinations that are guaranteed to get a thumbs-up from the whole family.
Majorca: The Crowd-Pleaser That Never Fails
Just a short, tantrum-friendly flight away, Majorca is the undisputed champion of the classic family beach holiday. Think gorgeous, shallow-water beaches perfect for little paddlers, brilliant all-inclusive resorts that take care of everything, and more than enough waterparks to keep everyone happy. It’s easy, it’s beautiful, and it’s geared up for maximum family fun with minimum fuss. It’s a guaranteed win for your first (or fifth) trip abroad together.
The Algarve: For Bucket-and-Spade Days with a Side of Adventure
Portugal’s Algarve coast is a treasure trove for families who want a little more than just a beach. Yes, the golden sands are spectacular, but there’s so much more to do. Take a boat trip to explore hidden pirate caves, try your hand at surfing, or wander through charming fishing villages. It’s the perfect blend of relaxing beach days and gentle adventures that will capture everyone’s imagination, from toddlers to teens.
Orlando: Go Big, Then Go Home Exhausted and Ecstatic
If you’re ready for a long-haul adventure, Orlando is the ultimate playground. This is where fairy tales come to life and movie magic is real. From meeting beloved characters to riding adrenaline-pumping rollercoasters, it’s a full-throttle, non-stop-fun kind of holiday. It’s a trip that requires stamina, a spreadsheet, and a big budget for snacks, but the look on your kids’ faces when they walk down Main Street, U.S.A.® is absolutely priceless.
The Super-Parent's Survival Guide to Travel
Master the Art of the Snack
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A well-timed biscuit or bag of crisps can avert 99% of all travel-related meltdowns. Pack more snacks than you think you’ll ever need. Then, pack some more. You are now the Keeper of the Snacks. It’s a very important job.
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Screen Time Doesn't Count on Holiday
Repeat after us: the normal rules do not apply. If an hour of cartoons on a tablet buys you a peaceful flight or a quiet meal, it is an hour well spent. No guilt allowed.
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Pack a 'First Night' Bag
To make kids feel involved, give them simple, parent-approved choices. "Shall we go to the beach or the pool this morning?" or "Which restaurant should we try for dinner?" It gives them a sense of control and gets them excited.
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Let Them Have a Say
To make kids feel involved, give them simple, parent-approved choices. "Shall we go to the beach or the pool this morning?" or "Which restaurant should we try for dinner?" It gives them a sense of control and gets them excited.
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The All-Inclusive Game-Changer
Consider it the holiday 'easy button'. It removes the constant negotiation for drinks and ice creams, and means you never have to worry about finding a restaurant that everyone agrees on.
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Lower Your Expectations (Just a Little)
Things might not always go to plan. Someone will get grumpy, something will get spilled, and there will be at least one argument over a pool float. That’s okay! Aim for ‘mostly fun’ over ‘perfect’, and you’ll have a brilliant time.
The School Bell Can Wait. Adventure Can’t
These years fly by in a flash. A family holiday is your chance to bottle a little bit of that childhood magic before it’s gone. It’s a time to build sandcastles, share stories, and make memories that will warm your hearts long after the tans have faded.
