Ring the changes this year with a family safari in South Africa, crabbing in San Francisco or star-fish hunting in the Caribbean
Niyama, Maldives
Niyama has now opened a second island on the Dhaalu Atoll, heavily family-orientated and fittingly named ‘Play’. The brand-new children’s club (the only one in the Maldives to accept children under the age of three) includes jungle safaris, climbing wall, amphitheatre and dedicated children’s pool. Saving up to £3,560 during October half-term, Carrier offers 7 nights for the price of five and complimentary accommodation, transfers and meals for up to two children from £6,610 per family of four, including breakfast, flights and transfers. Carrier
Santiburi, Thailand
With its own 30-metre private swimming beach a vision of white sand and palm trees and the biggest pool in Thailand, as well as an 18-hole golf course, Thai boxing ring and tennis and squash courts, the newly renovated Santiburi beach resort on the north coast of Koh Samui is perfect for families looking for adventure (and a spot of R&R). Access is easy too as Samui airport is only 15 minutes away. Turquoise
South African safari
If you’ve always fancied the idea of a family safari holiday, this 13-night South African adventure might just fit the bill, with an itinerary that offers the chance to see the Big Five, family-friendly accommodation throughout, and the freedom of self-drive. It also avoids malarial areas, so it is particularly well suited to family safaris. From £4,215 per adult for 13 nights, based on two sharing and £3,110 per child based on two children per family, including international flights. Abercrombie & Kent
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Children’s clubs at luxury resorts around the world have evolved into multi-sensory centres of exploration – but never has child’s play been more innovative, educational and fun in the Maldives. The Den is a thrilling new playground at Soneva Fushi, opening this summer, and kitted out with a cinema, library, mocktail bar, Lego room, two cool pools and exciting gardens. Saving up to £5,010 during May half-term, Carrier offers 7 nights with a 10% reduction and complimentary transfers and meals for up to two children from £7,100 per family of four, including flights and transfers. Carrier
Carlisle Bay, Antigua
Children of all ages are given a warm welcome at the in-resort Cool Kids Club (each child gets a mini-bathrobe and slippers on arrival) with activities such as lizard hunting, treasure quests, and arts and crafts on offer. The kids club also has its own paddling pool, sand pit and jungle gym and is free for children over two. For older children aged 7 to 12, the Crew Blue programme runs complimentary activities, including raft building, five-a-side football, zip-wiring and star fish hunting. £3,400 pp in high season (seven nights’ bed and breakfast in Garden Suite, including flights and transfers). Oxford Private Travel
California family fun
Feed the crabs alongside the Embarcadero and bustling Fishermans’ Wharf in San Francisco; feel the wind in your hair in Yosemite, taking in Half Dome, El Capitan and Yosemite Waterfalls while hiking, biking or riding; and take in Mulholland Drive, which snakes through the Hollywood Hills or a performance at the Disney Theatre while in Los Angeles. Ten nights from £2,590 per person based on two adults and two children sharing (under 12) with economy flights from the UK and subject to availability. Abercrombie & Kent
Heritage-Le-Telfair, Mauritius
The only hotel in Mauritius to offer free childcare from birth, Heritage-Le-Telfair has facilities for families of all ages, from water sports and excursions to a blissful spa and world-class food and wine. Inter-connecting rooms are available, and all baby amenities on hand, so you can leave the sterilisers at home! Turquoise
Ikos Olivia, Halkidiki
Families looking for all-inclusive luxury in Greece should head to the brand-new Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki, which offers free introductory dive lessons and windsurfing and canoeing. Spend the afternoon exploring the shoreline of the private white sandy beach or take a dip in one of the three pools. Most menus at the fabulous eateries are created by Michelin-starred chefs offering French, Italian, Greek and Asian cuisine. Carrier offers 7 nights from £3,630 per family all-inclusive, based on two adults and one child sharing a superior double room garden view during the summer holidays, including one complimentary crèche session, return flights and transfers. Carrier
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