Family Holidays –
Arrive together.

Planning a family holiday

Travelling relaxed – with children.

Family holidays no longer mean a fixed-schedule club resort with entertainment staff. The range stretches from quiet self-catering apartments in Croatian coves to family-friendly package hotels in Mallorca to large all inclusive resorts in Turkey. What matters is not the format but the fit: How old are the children? How much structure does the family want? How far from the beach is acceptable?

Package holidays have a clear advantage for families: flights, accommodation and transfers are bundled — one point of contact, one price, one booking. If something goes wrong, the tour operator's statutory liability applies. For first-time travellers with children, this logistical safety net has real value.

Popular Family Destinations

What Makes a Genuinely Family-Friendly Hotel?

Not every hotel that markets itself as "family-friendly" lives up to the label. What matters are concrete features: a supervised children's club with fixed opening hours, a shallow kids' pool separate from the main pool, direct beach access without a shuttle bus, child-appropriate menus beyond chips and nuggets, and included airport transfers as part of the package. In package deals, transfers are typically included; with hotel-only bookings it is worth comparing transfer costs in advance.

All Inclusive with Children

All inclusive is particularly appealing for families: snacks and drinks available at any time, no budget tracking, no arguments about restaurant prices. For parents, the relaxation factor is significant — no one has to get up in the afternoon to pay for an ice cream. Important: the quality of children's facilities varies considerably. Some all inclusive hotels are explicitly designed for families (children's club, supervision, water park); others are geared towards couples and adults.

Holiday Homes as an Alternative

Holiday apartments and houses offer families more space, a kitchen and more freedom in daily routines. For families with toddlers — who go to sleep early, have their own eating habits and need room — a self-catering property can be the better choice over a hotel. Croatia and Greece offer particularly good selections of holiday houses in quiet locations directly by the sea. Our partner has a wide range: holiday homes and apartments.

Best Times to Travel – School Holidays

• 01Peak summer (July–August): Highest prices, busiest beaches, but guaranteed warm water everywhere. Book early — popular family hotels sell out quickly once school holiday dates are confirmed.
• 02Whitsun / Pentecost (May–June): Good value, sea already 22–25 °C in the Mediterranean, far fewer crowds than August. Recommended for Greece and Croatia.
• 03September–October: Autumn half-terms often offer excellent conditions — sea still warm, air more comfortable, prices lower. Mallorca, Crete and Turkey's Riviera are still in full swing in September.
• 04Easter: Ideal for the Canary Islands — perfect climate, no high-season pricing. For the Mediterranean, the sea may still be on the cooler side.
• 05Christmas / winter: Canary Islands and Egypt offer warmth year-round. For classic Mediterranean destinations, the season ends in October–November.