Holidays are a vital part of a healthy family life, not only for a change of scenery and the chance to indulge in loads of fun, but also for the quality time you spend together and the shared experiences your children will surely appreciate. To help you to carefully plan hustle-free and memorable holidays, we have piled up the best family-friendly destinations, promising endless fun and full relaxation to every family member regardless of age.
Fiji Islands
With superb year-round weather, calm, crystal-clear turquoise lagoons, safe powdery beaches, a choice of stunning family friendly resorts, mouth-watering cuisine, kid’s clubs and endless variety of sports and entertainment to fill the days of both young and old, Fiji is an awe-inspiring family holiday destination. The friendliness of the Fijian people along with their legendary love for kids offers Moms or Dads a fun and unique environment, with complete peace of mind.
The Castaway Island Resort is an ideal choice for a family stay, boasting two separate areas specializing in kids’ activities and teen activities. Castaway Fiji offers 66 individual thatched bures or bungalows nestled among lush tropical gardens (some with ocean views and only a few steps to the water), all fully equipped with modern facilities and amenities to ensure your comfortable and memorable stay. And while kids can indulge in such activities as sandcastle building, balloon dance, bon sneaker, potato relay race, kasikasi (hermit crab) hunting and shipwreck game to name just a few, adults can take some time to engage in adult activities.
Spain
Spain loves children and ‘Spain with kids’ is such a wonderful adventure! This vibrant European country is home to amazing cities teeming with fascinating parks and kid-friendly museums, as well as endless miles of Mediterranean Coast, offering an array of luxurious waterfront family-friendly resorts, where you can relax at your heart’s content.
For thousands of families each year, Ibiza becomes their own holiday paradise. Ibiza isn’t just the clubbing capital of Europe; it is one of the nicest and safest resorts in the Mediterranean for children, with warm weather, fabulous family beaches with safe bathing, museums and scenic spots and many attractions for kids of all ages. If you’re traveling with kids, do not miss out Aguamar Water Park, featuring great slides and pools with decent cafes to chill out at, as well as Paintball Lounge Party for kids over 12 years old, who can try this thrilling adventure at the most challenging areas.
Find the best family-friendly hotels in Costa Dorada, Costa Brava and Costa del Sol, offering a wealth of possibilities for entertaining the whole family. With Costa Blanca being yet another popular destination in Spain, we’ve checked, Holiday Hypermarket has various options available for your travel needs, whether you are going alone, with a partner or plan taking kids with you as well.
Finland
Famed for its quality museums and wide range of art galleries, amazing shopping venues and fantastic land and water adventures, Finland is a traveler’s paradise and one of the best family destinations that never fails to amaze. Family-friendly holidays in Finland are full of European sophistication and fun. Whatever your age, the endearing Moomin Valley – the Finnish counterpart of Disneyland, puts you in a good mood.
And what about Santa Park, Rovaniemi, a Yule-themed amusement center, offering jingle bells no matter what season? The 56-foot circular hall and the surrounding plaza contain half a dozen rides and attractions, including a carousel and a multimedia show, tracing the story of Santa Claus.
And if you and your family are lucky, on a clear night you may witness the phenomenon known as the ‘Aurora Borealis’ or Northern Lights. According to an old Asian belief, a person who once spots the Northern Lights can live happily ever.
Other renowned family destinations include: Copenhagen – Denmark’s happy capital with its amazing Legoland and Tivoli Gardens; France, boasting such family attractions as the Futuroscope, where you can immerse yourself up to 30 thrilling audio-visual experiences, as well as Marineland, Parc Asterix and Disneyland; and Cairo, Egypt, offering a citywide cacophony that is sure to drown out even the noisiest of toddlers and amaze teenagers and adults.