Top 4 Holiday Locations You And Your Family Will Fall In Love With!

Finding a holiday that ticks all the boxes for you and your children can prove to be a right headache; especially, if you have young children to entertain. Don’t fret! Below we have picked our top 4 locations that will ensure you will all have an unforgettable experience!

Spain, Mainland

Granted, there are a lot of locations throughout the mainland of Spain to pick from, but surely that’s only a positive? You’ll be spoilt for choice and this also means there will be much more chance of you finding an affordable location within sunny Spain too.

Spain ticks all the boxes for the conventional British family holiday, it certainly has the gorgeous sunny weather, plenty of activities for all of the family to do, great landscapes which includes white beaches, a vast amount of bars to ensure a good night life for specific members of the family such as; older siblings or friends who may come along too.

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Algarve, Portugal

Portugal is located in South-Western Europe, on the Iberian Peninsula. Algarve, the sun-soaked area of Portugal offers many things including; great beaches, a vast amount of water sports, tasty fresh food etc.

There is also a wide range of accommodation on offer that can suite any family. If you are the adventurous type why not book a self-catering, private villa, so that you can experiment with staying in and cooking meals for the family. This is especially ideal for those travelling with fussy eaters! If you go down this route just make sure that your villa is equipped with everything that you would expect, so that you are not disappointed, such as kitchen facilities or a swimming pool. 

Alternatively, if you’d rather mix with other people on holiday why not choose from a wide range of all-inclusive hotels. They will provide a full social life along with the best quality food, swimming pool(s) and other facilities.

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Ibiza & Majorca

The Balearic Islands are an ideal place for any family to soak up the sun, work on their tans, and enjoy the never ending list of activities for adults and children. Spend one day jet skiing and the next snorkelling with some of the most extraordinary underwater animals imaginable. Without a doubt you will fall in love with these islands and not want to leave when it comes to it!

Both of these islands offer some of the most beautiful beaches across the globe with white sands and bright blue warm seas.

Whilst Ibiza is renowned for rowdy clubbers and a crazy nightlife, you may be surprised to hear that there are also quieter parts of the island which are ideal for families; such as Port De Torrent and Santa Eulalia to name a few. 

  
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Greece
Another location which has undoubtedly some of the most spectacular beaches you could hope for; with the white sands stretching over long distances and clean clear blue sea for any water-based activity possible.

Yes these things can be found elsewhere, but what makes Greece special is that of the history throughout the country. Did you know that Greece is home to the first thinkers in philosophers such as; Plato and Aristotle, Greece boasts the first developments in the human mind; being made evident through historical presences such as the Knossos.

As well as Greece’s spectacular history, it also boasts waterparks galore, bars and restaurants. We cannot forget to mention the accommodation, which is of the utmost top quality and ranges from private villas to fully equipped resorts! Greece is yet another location that, in some point of your life, must be explored and enjoyed!

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So there is our top 4 destinations ideal for family holidays! For the best deals to these locations come and visit Compare Discount Holidays today!

How To Cut Out The Stress Of Planning One

Summer is just around the corner, meaning now is the best time to start looking into great value family holidays, in order to grab a good deal. Just the thought of planning family holidays can cause many of us to panic, as there is so much to do and think about. However, by sticking to our tips below, you can make sure the whole experience is stress free, so that you and your family can enjoy time away together.

Don’t be selfish

Number one rule is not to be selfish and look into family holidays that you will all enjoy. For example, you and your partner may love walking whilst on holiday, but there is no point even attempting to drag your children on a long hike. Tantrums will soon happen and you will end up feeling frustrated. You need to pick a holiday that will keep children amused. For example, why not go to an all-inclusive resort? All meals and drinks are paid for advance, meaning that your children can eat and drink to their hearts content, without you worrying about how much it will cost you. Also, such resorts come with supervised children areas, meaning that you can escape and do what you want to for an hour or so.

Realistic

During family holidays you have to be realistic. Children can tire easily and this is especially the case in hot countries, so don’t pack each day full of activities. Test the waters. On day one see how they cope with a few activities, from here you will be able to gage the level of activity you can do, as you, your partner and children want to be able to enjoy the holiday.

Be prepared

Try and pre-empt any situations that may arise, which can soon ruin a holiday. Before leaving the front door have you checked the following?

1.       All the right vaccinations been administered?

2.       Are there facilities to buy necessities such as nappies and formula?

3.       Is a visa required?

4.       Is a passport required?

5.       Have you the correct travel insurance?

6.       Do you have enough sun cream?

7.       Is the sun cream of a high enough SPF?

Ask questions

Before booking family holidays, it is worth asking the travel agent about every aspect of the holiday. If they don’t have the answer, ask them; who will? This way you won’t be met with any nasty surprises whilst away. Check what facilities are available on the resort, if restaurants are a short walk away, how far the beach is, if tap water is drinkable, how long the flight is, if you can get any reductions on plane tickets for under 4’s etc. If you run out of questions but still not sure you know enough to be confident, read family travel blogs online, as they will cover everything you will need to know.

Entertainment

Make sure that your children have enough entertainment to keep them stimulated during the flight and holiday. Bored, restless childrens will soon act up and quickly turn a nice peaceful flight into a flight from hell. This is not only frustrating for you but also fellow passengers and so easily avoidable by having your child’s favourite toy. Make sure that toys don’t go against any regulations on the plane, as you child with be left heart broken, as it is left behind, never to be seen again.

Meeting point

Last but by no means least on our list during family holidays, is to make plans in case anyone gets lost. We are not talking about anything too extravagant but something as simple as arranging a meeting point, where everyone goes to if they get lost.

Good value cheap holidays with the family can be stress-free, all you have to do is stick to the points above and you will be able to have a very enjoyable time.

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