Family Holidays 2026/2027

The best place for a family holiday can depend on many factors – age of your children, how far you’re willing to fly, when you’re going and what it is you like to do together.

The Balearic Islands are ideal for relaxed beach holidays with kids. Menorca has plenty of resorts with specialised kids’ areas and calm beaches, while Majorca can be more popular for older children and teens offering a great mix of beach life, water parks and fun day trips.

The Canary Islands also offer a winning combo of attractions and gorgeous beaches for the best family holiday. Tenerife in particular is a favourite thanks to the legendary Siam Park, as well as Lanzarote with its volcanic terrain and sights to see. What’s more, the Canaries can be enjoyed all year round!

A long haul family holiday can’t get better than Mexico, in particular the increasingly popular Cancun. It’s the perfect destination for tweens and teens, plus the hotels often have supervised kids’ clubs so parents can get a well deserved break, too.

Of course, family holidays to Florida – the place where all your dreams come true – is another must mention. Days filled with adventure and fun for all the family, as well as the chance to meet your favourite characters. What could be better?

The cheapest destinations for a family holiday can vary but there’s certainly one to suit you and yours.

Cheap family holidays are popular in the Balearic islands, in particular Majorca, where you can enjoy everything from lazy beach days to fun intinerary-filled days out, without the dreaded price tags.

The Algarve is another budget-friendly option for your family holiday with long stretches of sand and an abundance of child-friendly attractions such as Zoomarine. Plus, it’s just under a 3 hour flight so you just watch your favourite film and then you’ll be there!

Family holidays to Tenerife can be great value because of its year round sunshine and famous attractions. Bag yourself a great deal in October half term or over the Christmas period for those lower prices while still enjoying glorious temperatures.

Fast climbing to the top of the affordable family breaks is Bulgaria. Resorts such as Sunny Beach, with its fairground attractions, Blue Flag beaches and nearby historic sights, make it a great destination for an action-packed, low-cost family holiday.

Choosing a family holiday to suit everyone’s wants and needs can be a bit daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Follow our top tips and get your next family holiday booked in no time!

• Consider flight times and time zones – if you’re holidaying with young children, you may feel quite stressed at the idea of a long flight and messed up nap times, so a short haul flight within Europe may be better. But, if the kids are a bit older and can entertain themselves, flying further might not be as tricky, nor will adjusting to different time zones.
• Check the temperatures – we all love getting a bit of sun, but it’s not always practical to be somewhere scorching hot with young children that don’t understand what comes with being in the sun all day.
• Are there particular activities you all like to do? – If you know you all love to hit a good waterpark or even a zoo, looking at waterpark holidays will be helpful, or keeping an eye out for those excursions you like. Or instead you thrive at just relaxing on the beach making sand castles, heading somewhere with plenty of Blue Flag beaches will be perfect for you.

All of our family holidays are perfect for families for all kinds of reasons, but mainly that the hotels are well equipped to families and their needs, so you can rest assured, wherever you choose to go, your hotel will be perfect for all of you.

Keeping the kids entertained on holiday doesn’t have to be as tricky as you think – if you choose the right hotel.

With Holiday Villages, expect kids’ clubs, splash parks and family-friendly entertainment in resorts across the Balearic and Canary Islands. There’s also lots of activities such as Football Clubs and a Stage Academy to keep them smiling – and busy.

TUI BLUE offers a mix of toddler-friendly and parent-pleasing features, including kids’ and teens’ clubs across their resorts. You can also expect plenty for the grown-ups such as pools, luxury spas and entertainment.

SplashWorld hotels are yet another great pick for family holidays. The highlight of SplashWorld hotels is that they either have an onsite waterpark or are next door to one – so it’s constant fun and adrenaline for all.

There’s tons of great destinations for All Inclusive family holidays across the globe but here’s some of our favourites:

Antalya, Turkey

• Enjoy incredible, family-focused hotels with waterparks, kid’s clubs, varied dining and great value prices. The beaches have long promenades for family strolls, plus watersports on the beaches- and, the warm temperatures mean you can go out of season to get a great deal.

Costa Dorada, Spain

• Hop on a short flight and you’ll be basking in warm temperatures, sinking your toes in soft sands and making the most of some relaxed family time. There’s an abundance of All Inclusive hotels with short transfer times, buffet dining and faily attractions.

Tenerife, Canary Islands

• Spend your days mixing beach time with fun-filled family days out. There’s a range from lively resort areas to calmer, more relaxed depending on what suits the ages of your children – but Tenerife masters in sunshine, family-focused entertainment and year-round deals.

Egypt

• Look forward to All Inclusive resorts designed around families, with huge pools, on-site waterparks, kids’ clubs and plenty of dining choices. Thanks to the guaranteed sunshine and great value, Egypt is perfect for families wanting a warm, affordable getaway with everything included.