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FAMILY FUN
Round up the whole clan and escape to a destination that promises a mixture of adventure, relaxation and fun for everyone. From travelling with toddlers or teenagers, to multi-generational getaways, we understand that planning a luxury family holiday is all about striking the perfect balance for every generation.
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DREAMS CORFU RESORT & SPA
CORFU, GREECE
A brand-new opening for July 2022 and the first Dreams resort in Greece is sure to make a splash, with stylish accommodation, fantastic family facilities and a characteristically generous all-inclusive offering. The seafront location is perfect for beach lovers, with the charming town of Gouvia just along the bay, and the short airport transfer is another big plus for those travelling with kids. The resort has plenty to offer couples too, with a dedicated adults only pool and romantic swim-out suites. Travelling with little ones in tow has never been simpler. They will love the Explorer’s Club, where they can enjoy hours of games and activities organised by the entertainment team. Teens, meanwhile, will be kept busy at the Core Zone Club, where they’ll find PlayStations and activities geared towards their age group. There’s an array of accommodation geared to families from the Family Garden and Sea View rooms, which can comfortably sleep four guests, to the Preferred Club Two Bedroom Suites, which can accommodate up to six guests. These suites also come with additional benefits including personalised check-in and out, exclusive concierge services, a tablet in the room, minibar with water, soft drinks and beer, and are situated in the hottest spots of the hotel.
7 nights from €1,335 per adult and €919 per child sharing a Double Garden View Room on All-Inclusive. OFFER: Save up to 15%. STAY: 01 Jul - 31 Oct 2022.
SAINT PETER’S BAY LUXURY RESORT & RESIDENCES
BARBADOS
Situated on a tranquil stretch of beach on the island’s northwest coast, the beautiful beachfront residences at Saint Peter’s Bay offer a stylish and contemporary home from home, alongside mesmerising Caribbean Sea views. With a choice of one, two, three or five bedrooms, all with modern finishes, spacious living areas and generous terraces with breathtaking views, families will have plenty of space to spread out. The resort’s dedicated concierge team will thoroughly pamper and spoil you during your stay, and you’ll enjoy world-class amenities including a lagoon-style pool, generous range of watersports, and kids’ activity centre. Saint Peters Bay is designed to be a place where families can get away and come together. From arts and crafts to indoor and outdoor parks, or even to sea turtle education, there’s always something going on to engage the children’s minds, bodies and souls. Offering adult supervision and leadership, the various kids play centres allow the whole family to engage in their favourite activities before coming together to share their stories of adventure.
7 nights from €3,379 per adult and €939 per child sharing a Two Bedroom Premium Beachfront accommodation on room only. OFFER: Save 30% + Welcome amenities. Book by: 30 April for Complimentary Upgrade to a Three Bedroom Suite. STAY: 24 Apr - 15 Oct 2022.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL, CANOUAN
ST VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
Escape from the rest of the world at the ultra-exclusive Mandarin Oriental, Canouan, where you would struggle to find a more perfect location anywhere in the Caribbean, with a jaw-dropping white-sand beach alongside a brilliant turquoise lagoon. A heap of fun and games await at the Canouan Kids Club offering fully equipped facilities to both kids and teens. There’s beach Olympics, cricket and yoga to keep them active as well arts and crafts for creative minds. There’s an array of day trips to explore including a trip to neighbouring island Mustique, sea turtle and reef snorkelling at Tobago Cays, yoga classes and historical tours of the area.
7 nights from €5,559 per adult and €1,415 per child sharing a One Bedroom Beachfront Suite including breakfast. OFFER: Stay 6 Pay 4 + Complimentary Upgrade from Oceanfront to Beachfront Suite + US$200 Food & Beverage Credit + One 60-minute Complimentary Signature Massage Treatment per adult. STAY: 24 Apr - 15 Dec 2022.
WINDJAMMER LANDING VILLA BEACH RESORT
SAINT LUCIA
If you value your independence but still want all the benefits of a beach resort, Windjammer Landing could be just what you’re after. Most of the suites and villas are set into the hillside overlooking the bay, giving you a real sense of peace and privacy. Young children can take advantage of the Jacquot Fun Club which offers a diverse array of activities to keep them entertained throughout their entire stay. From sports and tennis lessons to performances, arts, and crafts. Teens can opt for the variety of land and sea activities, as well as themed on-site and off-site events in the evenings. Spacious family villas provide the perfect getaway. Choose between two, three or four bedrooms, and enjoy your own kitchen, dining area, living room and private plunge pool.
7 nights from €2,399 per adult and €999 per child sharing a One Bedroom Ocean View Villa including breakfast. OFFER: Save up to 40%. STAY: 29 Aug - 18 Dec 2022.
SUN SIYAM OLHUVELI
MALDIVES
This enchanting resort is a wonderful place to witness the sublime natural beauty of the Maldives and boasts one of the best house reefs we’ve seen. Children flourish in the safe and carefree outdoor environment, while parents can appreciate its peace, tranquillity and picturepostcard beauty. Set in the South Male Atoll, and a 45-minute boat transfer from Malé, this majestic resort caters for all, and in considerable style. There’s several drinking and dining options with buffet and à la carte options serving everything from upscale Maldivian dishes to casual Mediterranean plates. Whether it’s a kids’ club for young adults, a games room for teenagers or a babysitting service for the very little ones, they’re all on hand whenever you want to do your own thing. Couples wanting some immersive child-free time, for instance, can take advantage of the island’s adultonly infinity pool and restaurant areas. Perfect value for families with young teens, family members below the age of 15 years are able to stay complimentary when sharing with adults as well as dine on the same meal plan as their parents, and receive complimentary transfers too.
7 nights from €2,499 per adult and €1,175 per child sharing a Deluxe Room on Full Board. OFFER: Save 15% + Child Stays Free. STAY: 24 Apr - 31 Oct 2022.
SEA BREEZE BEACH HOUSE
BARBADOS
Enjoy lazy days in the sun at this beautiful all-inclusive beach resort, situated on a stunning 1,000foot stretch of pristine south coast sand. Couples will find peace and tranquillity sinking into a memory foam lounger beside the adult-only pool, but there’s plenty for families too, including a great kids’ club, teen lounge, family pool and complimentary non-motorised watersports. With its fresh chic beach house feel, this luxury, all-inclusive, boutique resort with personality will be sure to impress. From family and kid friendly dining in six different dining destinations to specially designed family areas throughout the resort, Sea Breeze Beach House is renowned for making families feel at home. Children can take advantage of the Kids’ Club and Teen Lounge or enjoy family activities together from the sea and beach cricket. Listen out for the sound of the conch shell to announce ice cream on the beach from the resorts’ “Freezy Breezy”. Spacious rooms and suites all come with private balconies or terraces and make perfect family accommodations including spacious suites up to four bedrooms that can sleep up to 10 guests - each offering uninterrupted panoramic ocean views.
7 nights from €2,599 per adult and €1,235 per child sharing a Classic Poolside Room on All-Inclusive. OFFER: Save up to 50% + First Child Stays Free. STAY: 24 Apr - 20 Dec 2022.
SUGAR BEACH
MAURITIUS
The well-manicured gardens, elegant manor house and gently swaying palms lend Sugar Beach a tropical plantation ambience, setting the scene for this very special resort. With a gorgeous stretch of sandy beach, central lagoon pool perfect for families and a quieter pool favoured by couples, plus a good choice of food and beverage options, it is a fantastic all-rounder and attracts many repeat guests. A perfect choice for families, children under 12 years stay and eat free when sharing their parents’ room. Additionally, there’s a plethora of unique activities ensuring kids and teens have plenty to avail themselves with. Activities include paddle boarding, windsurfing classes and even a day excursions to marvel at the dolphins. There’s also fishing for crabs or partaking in the resorts ‘Olympic Games’. Like parents, ‘Sun Kids’ can also enjoy grown up activities such as spa treatments, golfing and movies on the beach.
7 nights from €2,425 per adult and €699 per child sharing a Deluxe Seaview Room on Half Board. OFFER: Stay 7 Pay 5. STAY: 20 Apr - 20 Oct 2022.
CAESARS PALACE DUBAI
DUBAI
With kids’ clubs, multiple pools and a private beach, Caesars Palace Dubai is the perfect place for a family holiday with a slice of luxury. Located on the man-made Bluewaters Island, just a short walk away from some of Dubai’s best family-friendly attractions, this exciting resort has 495 sleek rooms and suites to choose from and 12 dining facilities, all fronted by a pristine 500m private beach with spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. Guests can enjoy an abundance of facilities including five temperature-controlled swimming pools including a shaded kids’ pool. There are also plenty of sunbeds, plus private poolside cabanas for hire. Whether it’s jetskiing or banana boat rides, there are plenty of watersports to keep the whole family busy and happy.
5 nights from €1,749 per adult and €899 per child sharing a Julius Twin Room on Half Board. OFFER: Save up to 60% + Complimentary Upgrade to Half Board included. STAY: 07 Jun - 26 Sep 2022.
BLUE WATERS RESORT & SPA
ANTIGUA
There are suites and villas of varying sizes at the beautiful Blue Waters Resort & Spa, a vision of bougainvillea and hibiscus-draped Caribbean paradise set on the secluded Soldier’s Bay. The spacious beachfront villas are our top recommendation for multi-generational families. Each features an infinity pool, private patio, luxury bathrooms and king-sized beds. Within the wider resort, there are two sandy beaches to explore, complimentary watersports and a fabulous spa as well as three restaurants to choose from. For the little ones, there’s also a fantastic kids’ club with a range of supervised activities, from arts and crafts to team games.
7 nights from €2,425 per adult and €1,125 per child sharing a Deluxe Beachfront Room including breakfast. OFFER: Save up to 20% + CARIBTOURS EXCLUSIVE: Upgrade to a Cove Suite or higher for up to US$300 Resort Credit when staying on All-Inclusive. STAY: 12 May - 18 Oct 2022.
ELEGANT HOTELS
Elegant Hotels promise elegance with a twist, offering a unique collection of luxury hotels sensationally located on flawless sandy beaches in Barbados. Renowned for their enviable Beach Ambassador service and unique dine around programme that allows guests to enjoy meals and facilities across hotels within the collection with West Coast hotels accessible via the complimentary water taxi service.
COLONY CLUB BY ELEGANT HOTELS
BARBADOS
Set on its own private beach on Barbados’ trendy Platinum Coast and nestled amidst seven acres of tropical gardens, Colony Club boasts a premium location and facilities to match. Junior Suites feature a separate living area and views over the tropical gardens and pools and can comfortably accommodate a family of four. Activities include complimentary watersports and seasonal kids activities including biscuit making, mermaid swimming and more.
7 nights from €2,185 per adult and €879 per child sharing a Pool/Garden View Room including breakfast. OFFER: Save 36% + Child Stays Free. STAY: 01-30 Jun & 24 Aug - 21 Oct 2022.
TURTLE BEACH BY ELEGANT HOTELS
BARBADOS
Turtle Beach combines the typical Barbados beach holiday with a wide range of activities, an excellent choice of restaurants and a lively atmosphere with great evening entertainment. There is a choice of three restaurants, two with excellent kids’ menus, plus a cafe deli and ice-cream parlour. There’s so much on offer from the kids’ club, splash pool, watersports, games and plenty of opportunities to make new friends with a game of football or boogie boarding.
TAMARIND BY ELEGANT HOTELS
BARBADOS
Boasting a gorgeous beach and a prime location, Tamarind is a premium all-inclusive hotel with an emphasis on high-quality food and a dynamic family activity programme. Tamarind has a unique offering, including the stylish new Positano’s Italian restaurant next door, which can be enjoyed as part of your all-inclusive plan. There’s an array of complimentary watersports and activities for all ages, with kids’ club, family lounge, water trampoline, fitness centre and spa.
