If you’re thinking about taking the family out on holiday but you don’t yet know where you’ll be going, then it’s worth considering a few classic options. Let’s take a look at five classic forms of family holidays and see whether they fit with your priorities.
Embrace the Great British Outdoors
The UK is home to several incredible national parks, each of which offers an assortment of family-friendly activities and experiences. Whether you’d like to go hiking, cycling, or looking for wildlife, there’s probably a park within a reasonable drive of where you live. The Peak District is arguably best for hill walking, while the Lake District is perfect for those who’d like to sit beside the water and look for wildlife. The New Forest, in the south, is an area of unique natural beauty, with ponies, donkeys, pigs, and cattle roaming free through the area.
Sun, Sand, and Splashing Fun: Beach Holidays
Next, we come to what is probably the most popular form of family holiday: the seaside holiday. If you’re willing to spend a little more on overseas travel, you can find incredible beach resorts throughout the Mediterranean. Or, if you’d like to venture a little further, you might think about the Caribbean or East Asia. Thailand is perhaps better known for its nightlife and its sites of special historical interest, but it’s also home to a series of amazing beaches.
Theme Park Adventures
Disneyland Florida
For children, a trip to a theme park can provide an unforgettable way to spend a summer. There are Disneyland resorts all over the world, but the one in Paris is the most accessible for UK-based holidaymakers. But there’s also Disney World in Florida to consider. For many, Florida is the ultimate destination when it comes to theme parks, with Universal Studios and Busch Gardens also providing a range of amazing experiences. If you’re planning a trip of this kind, then the importance of booking in advance is difficult to overstate, particularly during peak tourist season. If you can’t get a spot in your preferred theme park, then your holiday might be slightly soured.
Hit the Slopes: Family Ski Holidays
Of course, few rollercoasters can compete with the appeal of a world-class stretch of ski slope. Even if you’ve never skied before, there are many incredible resorts in the Alps where you can take your family ski holidays. France, Switzerland, and Austria each offer different kinds of ski holidays, so it’s worth researching resorts before you book your ski pass. Look not only at the difficulty of the piste but also at the provision of special facilities, like childcare options and après-ski activities.
City Breaks with a Twist
Finally, you might consider taking the family on a short break to one of the world’s most famous cities. Whether you’re heading to London, Rome, Milan, or Paris, you’ll find a range of activities available to suit children for an amazing travelling experience for the family. Research your options ahead of time and plan your city break so that you don’t miss a thing!