Enjoy Cheap Holidays for Families In Europe

With so many package holidays aimed at the 18-30 age bracket, it can be difficult to know which destinations are most suitable for families. However, there are many places that offer excellent facilities, activities and weather for the whole family.

Lanzarote, in the Canary Islands, has a spring climate ideally suited to families. The island has a calm, laid-back atmosphere and there is no shortage of activities to keep the children entertained. Book a trip aboard a giant catamaran for a relaxing day on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. The company’s vessel has an enormous twin hull which ensures smooth sailing and provides space enough for push-chairs, should you need it. An attraction that remains popular with children is the Aquapark (just outside Costa Teguise) where you can spend the day enjoying the various slides and pools on offer. With so many exciting things to do, it’s not surprising that Lanzarote remains a popular destination for families looking for high-quality cheap holidays.

For a beach holiday suited to families with young children, head to the Algarve in the southernmost region of mainland Portugal. Praia de Barril is an island beach which is great fun for children. The beach itself is reachable by a miniature railway (or a short walk, if you prefer) and has plenty of facilities once you get there to ensure your every need is catered for. There is no shortage of tour companies in the region which offer a range of fun days out for the family. Book a Dolphin Seafari from Portimao’s Marina (Praia da Rocha) for a chance to see these wonderful intelligent creatures up close in their natural habitat. The wildlife sanctuaries are mixed with them-ark style rides and games to make sure the kids stay preoccupied throughout. With cheap flights from London to the Algarve, you can get a lot for your money here.

Head to Majorca, one of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, for a warm spring climate and a wealth of events and activities to keep the children busy. While we all enjoy relaxing in the sun with an ocean view, it’s a fact of life that children get restless and need a little more adventure to hold their attention. Book tickets for the child-friendly Magaluf Pirates Show where you can see former world-class athletes strut their stuff in a swashbuckling action-packed spectacle. For a more active day out, head to Fantasia Golf in Palma Nova where you can play over 44 novelty holes spread across waterfalls, caves and tropical gardens.

With so many different activities suitable for the whole family, you can feel reassured that holidays to Portugal, Majorca and Lanzarote will keep you and the little ones happy.