Five family-friendly Holiday Destinations  

 

There’s no better time for an unforgettable family adventure, from luxurious resorts to fun-filled activities, these top destinations will be sure to put a spring in your step.

Bodrum, Turkey

Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum

 

 

Mandarin Oriental Bodrum, which closes for the winter season and reopens in time for the Easter break. Not only that, but the hotel provides a wide range of family-specific activities and options for children.   The hotel’s Like Mother, Like Daughter spa package is available upon request with 24-hour advance booking required. Beginning with a yoga class and a Turkish hammam (a hydro-therapy treatment that uses hot steam to soothe and alleviate pain), you can then take part in a massage of your choice and finish with a mini-facial. Meanwhile, the Father and Son spa retreat offers kickboxing, a rejuvenating massage and a hammam treatment. This experience is the perfect way to spend some quality time with your child – it’s never too early to introduce them to good skincare habits. To accommodate for the whole family, you can also request a Family Time spa day, or a 40-minute family yoga session. There’s also something on offer for expectant mothers; the Mum to Be aromatherapy session uses pregnancy-safe oils to ease tensions and relax the body through massage.  To keep younger ones entertained, the Kids’ Club lasts from 9am into the evening and is run in collaboration with Gymboree Play & Music, offering a variety of entertaining and educational activities both indoors and on the beach. With a little advance notice, babysitting services are also available to organise through the Guest Experience Desk. 

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

When travelling to Mexico, San Miguel de Allende is a must-visit, not only for its range of cultural activities and trips – visit the Jardín Allende and the Templo de Nuestra Señora de la Salud to experience the architecture and community feel that the city is known for – but also for its family-friendly offerings and old-world charm. 

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Rosewood San Miguel de Allende 

 

 

Rosewood San Miguel de Allende is a prime example of the town’s rich
history, located within walking distance to every landmark in San Miguel de
Allende. The hotel offers more activities than you can count, including the
Rosewood Explorers Club, a programme for younger guests featuring four
activities per day that are designed for children ages 3-11. The hotel also
supplies certain amenities upon request to make your stay as relaxed as
possible if you have young children. Speak to the concierge when you make your
reservation about organising organic skincare products for babies,
baby-proofing the rooms, babysitting services, and even lush velour child-sized
bathrobes and slippers for little ones. With rich cultural experiences, coupled with the family-friendly amenities, create a memorable stay for guests.


 

 

Live Aqua Urban Resort San Miguel de Allende  

 

Live Aqua Urban Resort San Miguel de Allende is another great resort option for those with children. The kids' lounge runs from 9 am to 5 pm and offers everything from watercolors to foosball. A family favorite is the movie night on the terrace, which is available to arrange with the concierge, or the heated outdoor pool with hammocks hanging over the water. Restaurants with special menus for children and located just 7 minutes from the Parish of San Miguel Arcangel.

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Seychelles

If you’re looking to get away in the spring, there’s really no place better or more idyllic than the Seychelles. The beautiful beaches and luscious greenery mean you don’t have to choose between relaxation and adventure – here, you can do both.

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Raffles Seychelles

 

Raffles Seychelles is home to 87 private pool villas, the majority of which can play host to families of all sizes. The resort offers four-bedroom villa’s, perfect for families seeking a home away from home. If you have young children, simply speak to the support staff, who will provide safety accessories for the water features as well as miniature versions of the adult amenities, including sun loungers and child-sized bathrobes.For children’s entertainment, the Sugar Palm Kids Club is open from 9am to 5pm and offers a variety of programmes to suit children of different ages, from toddlers to teenagers. Or, for a family activity, you can try the Ranger for a Day programme that includes a hike around Curieuse Island to learn more about the giant Aldabra tortoises that roam the beaches.  For something a little more relaxing, there are a number of pampering sessions that are tailored to children and families – consider signing up for the kids’ aroma massage, or the five-person family yoga session. 


Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

 

If you’re staying at the Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, get ready for a family adventure. Pool villas, suites and residences range from one to four bedrooms accommodating families of all sizes in comfort whilst boasting impressive ocean and tropical forest views. You won’t get tired with the number of attractions available, including private plunge pools and access to one of the most spectacular beaches in Seychelles. The Kids for All Seasons programme is designed to make sure young guests are happy and entertained whilst parents enjoy well-earned time to themselves. The resort’s Coral Cabana prides itself on marine education, conservation specialists from WiseOceans are eager to show you the wonders that lie beneath the ocean’s surface. Meanwhile, Kayaking, sailing, and stand-up paddleboarding turn the calm lagoon into a marine playground while Tropicsurf instructors are on hand to help even the least experienced begin riding the waves.The team are committed to help organise activities to celebrate important family moments, be that a beach barbecue, creole cookery class or private boat charter and sunset cruise. They aren’t afraid to be put to the test to arrange the perfect entertainment for you and your loved ones. 

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Zermatt, Switzerland

For some, a beach holiday doesn’t tick the right boxes. But a trip to the slopes, well, that might just fit the bill. Try something a bit different and visit Zermatt in Switzerland, which hosts a wealth of family-friendly hotels and activities during the Easter months.  

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Schweizerhof Zermatt

 

Schweizerhof Zermatt offers a number of family suites that can comfortably accommodate up to four guests, making it a great location for a family getaway. Just minutes away from the slopes and with an in-house ski rental service, it’s a great option if you’re not worried about chasing rays on your Easter holidays.  The Kids’ Club is open for two sessions a day and sets up a movie night once a week for hotel residents. If the activities available outdoors don’t prove enough, children are welcome to use the climbing room available in the room dedicated to entertainment for young visitors. Even at dinner, there is a special children’s table between 6 and 7pm for early eaters, with a children’s menu to match. 


 

 

Riffelalp Resort 2'222m

 

Located up on the moutain,Riffelalp Resort 2’222m overlooks the village of Zermatt, and offers spectacular views of the Matterhorn. Ski, snowshoe and toboggan to your heart’s delight – for the daredevils, there’s even the opportunity for paragliding and heli-skiing.  With an indoor bowling alley and tabletop games as well as games consoles and a playground with a trampoline and slide, there’s hardly any downtime at Riffelalp Resort 2’222m – for children or adults. 

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Mont Cervin Palace

 

With the family rooms at Mont Cervin Palace featuring whirlpool bath features, living rooms with fireplaces and views of the mountains, it’s difficult to understand why you’d want to leave the rooms at all. And if you choose not to, that’s more than possible, even with young children. Cots, baby phones and bottle warmers are available on request, as well as babysitters, to give parents a welcome rest and advise on the multitude of options available to keep children and teens happy and occupied.The Mini Cervin playroom is also available at the hotel, as well as a children’s pool. With games and crafts a-plenty, there’s no such thing as idle time at the Mont Cervin Palace. Even outside the hotel, there is a world of possibilities. Request children’s ice skates and hit the ice rink, or visit the slopes for prime sledging opportunities. 


St Kitt's and Nevis

Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour

 

It goes without saying that a trip to the Caribbean to soak up the sun during the spring months is a great way to spend any Easter break. But Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour goes above and beyond to provide for the whole family. Guided aquatic activities, like kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling, not only mean that you’ll be able to see such exotic underwater creatures as sea turtles, octopi and manta rays, but that everyone will be suitably tuckered out by the end of the day. 

 

The resort is proud to provide activities every day for children, from tie dye to masquerade mask making, thanks to the Island Fort Kids Club. New additions like a Topgolf Swing Suite®, pickleball and basketball courts ensure teens and even parents can join the fun.  Bonfire and movie nights under the stars are additional activities designed to bring the whole family together. 

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Four Seasons Resort Nevis

 

Four Seasons Resort Nevis takes similar advantage of the marine wildlife and lush foliage, offering monkey spotting tours, a sea turtle conservation programme in the summer, and snorkel tours to swim with the sea turtles. If you’re looking for a game of tactics, why not take domino lessons? Learn how to outsmart your opponents in a game closely tied to Caribbean heritage. Fittingly, kite making and flying are Easter traditions in Nevis, and Four Seasons Resort Nevis offers a kite making workshop that teaches you to create and then fly your works of art.   While the golf courses on hotel grounds might not be unusual if your little ones are unlikely to get a hole-in-one, try eco-bio golf – where the aim is to get the ball into the ocean, after which it will turn into fish food within 72 hours of hitting the ocean floor. The hotel also offers four pickleball and eight tennis courts, with access to an instructor and night-time court sessions available. 


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