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Schooly
holidags
savin
14/15
Top fives for
luxury
family
escapes
2014/15
Our curated selection of the finest
resorts and experiences, designed
with families in mind, featuring...
Children’s Clubs
The Great Outdoors
& Water Babies
Vive la difference!
By Lydia Gard – author of littleluxlifestyle.com blog
Before I had children, travel was a
limitless horizon. You’d say adventure?
I’d say send me heli-skiing! Drop me
in a dense jungle! Mine’s a horseback
safari! Complete with frette linen and
daily massages, thank you kindly.
I always preferred to travel to cities
with names I couldn’t pronounce,
and islands reached by a string of
incrementally smaller planes and boats.
Crucially of course, the hotel at the end
had to be at once stylish and authentic;
exciting and cocooning. Quite simply,
I wanted the world on a plate. And the
truth is, I still do.
Just as high fashion and a high IQ
are not mutually exclusive, travelling
with children does not mean that you
should have to sacrifice adventure
or style. I haven’t lost my aesthetic
sensibilities simply because I now have
two small people in tow. Okay, the
having children than we are by having,
say, feet. Yours in wedged Carolina
Hererra espadrilles, mine in Penelope
Chilvers’ flats. Vive la difference! If not,
just imagine the queues for sun beds?
Personally, I’m still in pursuit of
genuine luxury and substance, though
my wish list has a couple more critical
elements: space for a travel cot,
availability of boiling water. When
two have become three, four, five…
there are more needs to consider, so it
pays to think about what you need as a
collective. If one wants downtime and
another, recuperation (not the same
thing, trust me) do you beach, spa
or combine? Is a shared exploration
likely to elicit harmony or quarrels?
Smiling holiday snaps or snappy
evening exchanges?
other’s busy lives, or spread into the
far corners of a hotel for uninterrupted
R&R, coming together at supper to
share stories.
What your clan needs is going to be
decided by the way you spend time
together, rather than where you spend
it. That’s why Carrier’s family escapes
are set out by experience, rather than
destination. Wherever you end up,
by choosing a bespoke, tailor-made
holiday you can be sure that even the
most varying demands will be catered
for. Except, perhaps, the ‘going in a
submarine with the Octonauts’ one.
You’ll have to just pretend you didn’t
hear that.
Then there’s the extra opinions. Some
children will burst into tears the
“I haven’t lost my aesthetic
sensibilities simply because I now
have two small people in tow.”
spirit of adventure has occasionally
been tempered by the threat of malaria,
the horror that is toddler jetlag, and
sometimes the logistics of extra luggage.
But, swapping a slow lap of the infinity
pool for hurtling down a theme park
water slide? I don’t think so.
Travel is personal, visceral. One
family’s ‘slept under stars’ is another’s
‘night under damp canvas never to be
spoken of’. We’re no more aligned by
instant a grain of sand spills onto their
flip-flops, while others run straight to
the water’s edge and bury themselves
up to the neck. One toddler may be
stimulated by cooking, painting and
dancing in a crèche, while another
spends a happy week clasping a finger
until they finally take their first steps
across the terrace.
Families with older children might
use downtime to reconnect with each
Lydia Gard is a travel writer
who regularly contributes
to Condé Nast Traveller and
House & Garden amongst
others; she is also Associate
Editor at Country & Town
House. Dedicated to the
pursuit of genuine luxury
family travel, she rarely
leaves home without her
boys, two and five, in tow.
Keep up to date with Lydia’s
adventures in her blog
littleluxlifestyle.com
Top fives for
luxury family escapes...
Children’s Clubs – page 08
Thrill Seekers – page 38
With multi-sensory action-packed experiences firing their
imaginations, kick back and relax, safe in the knowledge that they
are having a much better time without you.
The definitive treat for big kids – and their children. Ride, fly and
surf through these magical adrenalin-fuelled theme parks.
Far Flung Discoveries – page 14
Celebrate authenticity, unearth traditions and explore the four
corners of the earth. The world awaits.
Teenage Kicks – page 42
Even the most heel-dragging of teenagers will be impressed by
these captivating experiences and dedicated activities playing to
their interests.
Villa Living – page 18
Family Beaches – page 46
Built-in babysitting, date nights and raucous family meals? It is
no wonder that multi-generational travel is on the up with the
privacy and freedom that comes with being ‘en brood’.
Not all beaches are created equal. These exotic shorelines are the
best for building sandcastles. Bucket and spade at the ready.
Water Babies – page 22
Snow Angels – page 50
From surfing to sailing, mangroves to marine discovery and of
course, the requisite dive with dolphins; get splashing.
They will be faster, braver (and cuter) than you on the slopes, but
there will be more snow angels than après ski meaning you will be
up fresh for the first lift. Small sacrifice.
All-inclusive Retreats – page 26
Close to Home – page 54
Yours is a massage, theirs, a mojito, poolside snacks for one,
jungle treks for all. Mercifully, there is no need for deep pockets
in your Orlebar Browns.
From grey skies to blue in less time than it takes to host a
play-date. All you need is sun cream.
The Great Outdoors – page 30
Hike, bike, climb, ranch, ride? Deep sleep is guaranteed with
these adventures, complete with gulps of fresh air.
Half Term Sun – page 34
Head for the sun to boost family morale and enjoy precious
downtime together, and leave the homework behind.
Sporting Heroes – page 58
Channel that competitive energy into some serious skill-honing
under the tutelage of world-class professionals.
Young Voyagers – page 62
From Cape Town to Canada, California to China; get up close and
personal with a destination without having to worry about a single
detail. These itineraries offer momentous tours and journeys.
Contents by
destination…
Europe & North Africa
Caribbean & Mexico
Barbados
Sandy Lane
The Fairmont Royal Pavilion
Antigua
Nonsuch Bay
Rosewood Jumby Bay
St Lucia
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
The BodyHoliday
Other
Four Seasons Resort, Nevis
Half Moon, A RockResort, Jamaica
Spice Island Beach Resort, Grenada
Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Mexico
The Cove Atlantis, The Bahamas
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27
47
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21
24
28
29
41
Indian Ocean & Arabia
Maldives
Soneva Fushi
Four Seasons Resort Maldives
at Kuda Huraa
Constance Moofushi
One&Only Reethi Rah
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23
28
48
Mauritius
The St. Regis Mauritius Resort
One&Only Le Saint Géran
Le Touessrok
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius
at Anahita
48
Dubai
One&Only Royal Mirage
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
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40
Other
Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort
& Spa, Oman
Desroches Island, Seychelles
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37
45
Spain
ABAMA Golf & Spa Resort, Tenerife
Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa,
Mallorca
Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort,
Tenerife
Sheraton La Caleta Resort & Spa,
Tenerife
Italy
Borgo Egnazia
Cristallo Hotel & Spa
Rocco Forte’s Verdura Golf &
Spa Resort
Cyprus
Anassa
Columbia Beach Resort Indian Subcontinent,
Far East & Australasia
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35
44
20
31
61
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56
Greece
The Westin Resort Costa Navarino
Domes of Elounda, Crete
Porto Zante Villas & Spa, Zakynthos
Eagles Palace Hotel & Spa, Halkidiki
St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel
& Villas, Crete
Elounda Peninsula Hotel, Crete
Porto Sani Village & Spa, Halkidiki
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60
61
Portugal
Sheraton Algarve Hotel
& Pine Cliffs Resort
Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa
Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel 20
55
60
Other
Four Seasons Resort Sharm el
Sheikh, Egypt
Reid’s Palace, Madeira
Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf
Resort, France
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21
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37
57
57
South Africa
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29
Singita Ebony & Sweni Lodges
One&Only Cape Town
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43
Malaysia
Tanjong Jara Resort
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
The Andaman, A Luxury Collection
Resort, Langkawi
Other
Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui,
Thailand
Four Seasons Resort Bali at
Jimbaran Bay, Indonesia
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam
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USA & Canada
The Ranch at Rock Creek, Montana 33
The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando
39
Reunion Resort, Orlando
40
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at
Walt Disney World‰Resort
41
The Resort at Pelican Hill, California 44
Trump International, New York
45
Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, Canada 32
Luxury Ski & Snow
Icehotel, Sweden
Grand Hotel Savoia, Italy
Portetta Hotel and Lofts, France Chalet RoyAlp Hôtel & Spa,
Switzerland
Four Seasons Resort Whistler,
Canada
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Itineraries
Cape Town and The Kalahari
California Dreaming
Highlights of China
South Africa’s Garden Route
and Safari
Eastern Canada 63
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British Airways 66
65
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Luxury Family Escapes / 07
At your service
Award-winning service and expertise
We know that to travel is to make
aspirations come true for you and
your family. Every holiday that we
create is undertaken with the utmost
care and attention. Carrier has
specialised in luxury tailor-made holidays
worldwide for over 30 years and as
such, we have the depth of knowledge
and wealth of experience to ensure
that no detail is overlooked. With the
help of our award-winning specialists,
and the Carrier Concierge, we are
able to craft a family holiday that is
entirely suited to your requirements.
Achieving an optimum work-life balance is an aspiration
shared by many of our clients. So often, family holidays are
about quality time spent together and can therefore be some
of the most formative and memorable times of your child’s
life. Carrier has selected the finest hotels and resorts in
some of the world’s most exclusive destinations that excel
at welcoming families. We know that not all families want
the same thing from their holiday. Our curated selection
is your perfect starting point to explore some of the finest
experiences and escapes designed with families in mind.
We actively encourage and regularly arrange holidays for
families of all shapes and sizes; single parent families; multigenerational families; families accompanied by nannies and
extended groups of family and friends travelling from varying
locations. No matter what the composition and needs of your
family, the dedicated specialists at Carrier can recommend
the best options for you.
Our prices
The journey
We realise that the majority of family holidays will be taken
over peak dates. In an effort to present as indicative and
comparable prices as possible, all of the prices and savings
in this brochure are based on the lowest available over the
school holiday dates we would recommend for travel and on
two paying adults with either one or two children, as stated.
However, many of the special offers are available for travel
dates outside UK school holidays, meaning significantly
lower prices. Flight upgrade prices are based on a number of
selected scheduled airlines and low-cost carriers.
Often we include ‘little touches’ that you may not realise
are included in your Carrier holiday. Space and comfort
during the journey is uppermost and the reason why most
Carrier holidays include private transfers, executive lounge
access at London airports on mid and long-haul flights and
Fast Track Immigration in Barbados, Dubai, Bali, Egypt
and Oman.
Peace of mind
On arrival, Carrier can arrange VIP Meet and Greet in most
destinations; this can include being met airside, fast track
through immigration and assistance with baggage – highly
recommended for families with tired children in the party.
When booking with Carrier you may rest assured that your
holiday is fully protected. We are ABTA bonded and are
ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. In addition
– and of paramount importance when holidaying with
younger members of the family – all of the hotels featured
within this brochure have met the high standard of Carrier's
health and safety requirements.
Alternatively, opt to travel in style; Carrier is able to arrange
private jet charters to many destinations. Select the most
convenient airport, often only accessible to private aircraft
and enjoy the services of dedicated staff who will look
after every detail. Cabins are spacious, seating is ultracomfortable and the cuisine is gourmet standard.
Before you go
In resort
Wherever you choose to travel, you will want to know what
the destination has to offer for your family. The Carrier
Concierge is an exceptional resource at your disposal to
source ideas and book services in advance of your travels.
We can look after everything from arranging beach picnics
to babysitting and car-hire to entry passes for key attractions.
Carrier offers a complete out of hours emergency service,
ensuring you always have someone to call if you require
assistance during your holiday. In Barbados, Antigua and
Mauritius we have our own overseas representatives and
on-the-ground representation at most other destinations.
Contact your specialist Travel Agent, call 0161 826 2452 or visit www.carrier.co.uk/family
Children’s Clubs / 09
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The best on the island
Sandy Lane – Barbados
The elegant Palladian buildings and
mahogany-shaded lawns of Barbados’
premier address, Sandy Lane, might not
seem the obvious backdrop for a family
holiday. Yet, the array of complimentary
activities available here for younger guests
almost surpasses the wealth of adult
refinements on offer. Arguably the best kids’
club on the island, The Treehouse Club
ensures children’s days are action-packed.
They can go horseback riding or sailing,
fly kites or get messy decorating their own
cookies. There is also a varied programme
of themed party nights and movie showings.
On the lower level, teenagers can play the
latest video games in The Den, take part
in tennis tournaments or try kayaking
or zip-lining. Holiday times are extra
special with Easter egg hunts, Halloween
parties, New Year Parades and Christmas
sandcastle competitions to enjoy. Turtlespotting snorkelling trips and banana boat
rides could make perfect family adventures
together and with four restaurants on offer,
menu choices for younger tastes are assured.
Flying time to Barbados:
8 hours 30 minutes
Save up to £3680
17 years old. Valid for travel 28 Apr – 31 Oct
14. Prices from £9420 per family based on
2 adults and 2 children sharing two Orchid
Rooms with breakfast (based on departure
20 Oct 14) including:
A complimentary family lunch / Unlimited
use of The Treehouse Club / Complimentary
dinner daily for children under 13 years old
Upgrade to Premium Economy from £235
per adult and £190 per child one way.
Upgrade to Upper Class from £815 per adult
and £640 per child one way.
Stay 7 nights and receive a second room at
half price for up to 3 children under
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A blend of sophistication and child-friendliness
Anassa – Polis, Cyprus
A white-washed village-style resort
overlooking a secluded beach, Anassa
observes the Mediterranean tradition
that children should be at the heart of any
pastime. Set in a shady location between
the beach and the heated Mosaic pool, there
are five well-run clubs for children and
teenagers offering fun-filled programmes
centred on local culture. Adventurers,
three to five years old, are kept busy baking
Cypriot cakes or designing their own
mosaics whilst Voyagers aged five to seven
years old learn local dances. Pioneers, aged
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eight to 12 years old can discover their
green fingers in the hotel’s kitchen garden
or visit the PADI dive centre. Family thrills
above the water include banana boat rides,
wake boarding or private cruises on the
resort’s own luxury yacht. On land, the
nearby Akamas Nature Reserve is perfect
for jeep safaris, mountain biking and coastal
rambles. Family dining is relaxed with
weekly beach barbecues, children’s menus
and regular music evenings in the village
square – children of all ages stay up late in
the evening making it a real family affair.
Flying time to Paphos:
4 hours 25 minutes
Child stays free
Save up to £2240
Stay 7 nights and receive a 20% early
booking reduction on accommodation.
Valid for travel 01 Jul – 31 Oct 14. Book by
31 Mar 14. Prices from £6230 per family
based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing
two Studio Suites with breakfast (based
on departure 24 Jul 14).
One of the largest kids’ clubs in Europe
ABAMA Golf & Spa Resort – Tenerife
Operated by the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company SLL
Exploding the myth that children’s clubs
are simply about painting pictures, the
ABAMA has collaborated with the Loro
Parque zoo, one of the Canary Island’s
biggest attractions, to offer its younger
guests a unique experience. This enables
visitors to Club Abami to interact with
wild animals and the experts who look
after them via live news feeds. Children
between the ages of four and 12 can develop
their creativity and challenge their minds
further in eight distinct activity zones and
a large outdoor play area. Mini scientists
can scrutinise insects under a microscope
whilst budding botanists plant new crops
in the vegetable garden. Spread across a
160 hectare private estate and boasting an
incomparable year-round climate, children
can explore at their own pace too; whether it
is riding the funicular down to the secluded
beach or finding their favourite pool for
a dip. Younger guests can enjoy dinner at
Club Abami whilst parents sample the two
Michelin-starred restaurants on offer.
Flying time to Tenerife:
4 hours 15 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £1010
Stay 7 nights, pay for 5 and receive a 20%
early booking reduction on accommodation.
Valid for travel 01 – 31 May 14. Book by 31
Mar 14. Prices from £3710 per family based
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Junior
Suite Citadel Resort View with breakfast
(based on departure 24 May 14).
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Laid-back and action-packed
The Westin Resort Costa Navarino – Greece
Creating space for children to play is
a central theme at this family-focused
resort situated in an unspoilt corner of the
Peloponnese. The innovative children’s
club, SandCastle, borrows inspiration
from Ancient Greek legends with junior
archaeologist classes and pirate dressing
up sessions recreating historic sea battles.
There are also guided eco walks and
mountain biking trips. Decorated in a
driftwood theme mirroring the natural
dunes encircling the resort, the club is
run in conjunction with Worldwide Kids
Company – their global expertise perfectly
complementing the resort’s philosophy for
the creative engagement of children. Babies
and toddlers can take sensory explorations
at Cocoon which offers a range of musical
games, baby yoga, leaf printing and mini
football and golf sessions in both an indoor
and shaded outdoor setting. Enjoy family
time at the recreation centre with its own
aqua park, adventure playground, bowling
alley and cinema. Children are also catered
for at the championship golf course, racquet
academy and watersports centre ensuring
some memorable days together.
Flying time to Kalamata:
4 hours
Children stay free
Save up to £780
Valid for travel 01 May – 30 Sep 14. Book
by 30 Apr 14. Prices from £4510 per family
a Family Suite with breakfast (based on
departure 21 Aug 14).
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Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa – Muscat, Oman
Reminiscent of an Arabian palace, this
Moorish resort boasts extensive facilities
to keep children busy. The Cool Zone
Kids’ Club introduces younger guests to
traditional Arabian crafts such as henna
painting and paper weaving as well as
teaching them traditional dances and how
to write Arabic script. Outdoor adventures
include treasure hunts, kite flying and sand
city competitions on the three beaches.
There is also an Adventure Zone with drop
slides, soft play area and PlayStation 3
games along with GameZ where teenagers
can make new friends playing air hockey
and video games. Children will love having
water fights at the Splashpad play area and
meandering along the lazy river, inspired by
the centuries-old falaj system that brought
fresh water to remote Omani villages.
Tots will be entranced by camel rides
along the beach, whilst older children can
experience their first scuba dive or join a
yacht cruise. With 21 restaurants to choose
from, small diners are especially well
catered for, ensuring a relaxing end to
each action-packed day.
Flying time to Muscat:
8 hours
Children stay free
Save up to £250
Valid for travel 16 May – 31 Aug 14. Book
by 15 Apr 14. Prices from £3510 per family
a Premier Room at Al Bandar (based on
departure 27 May 14).
Upgrade to Business Class from £880 per
adult and £715 per child one way.
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Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui – Thailand
Settle on your freestanding private
residence and bask on the spacious
deck whilst the children splash about
in the private infinity-edge pool. The
complimentary Kids for All Seasons
programme offers activities including
traditional Thai umbrella painting and
candle making, whilst Happy Smile
Facials and Island Princess Manicures
are available in the spa. The Four Seasons
Resort is a unique vantage point from
which to explore the white sand beaches,
jungle-matted peaks and endless groves of
coconut trees on Koh Samui. An exciting
family escapade touring through the
island’s mountainous interior includes
hiking, an elephant trek safari to the
dramatic Wangsaothong waterfall or a visit
to the Secret Buddha Garden. Located in
an old orchard and coconut plantation,
escape technology and engage with your
children with a game of pétanque played
with dried coconuts. On the beach, take
part in complimentary classes in Muay
Thai, the national sport of Thailand,
led by a former world champion, and by
night enjoy a fire show, with traditional
dancing and a family barbecue.
Flying time to Koh Samui:
12 hours 40 minutes via Bangkok
Children stay free
Save up to £1070
Stay 7 nights, pay for 5. Valid for travel 01
– 11 Apr and 23 Apr – 23 Dec 14. Prices from
£6520 per family based on 2 adults and 2
children sharing a One Bedroom Villa
(based on departure 25 May 14) including:
Welcome gift for children
16 / Far Flung Discoveries
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Movie-making, treasure hunts and stargazing
Soneva Fushi – Maldives
Explore this ultimate natural playground on foot or
bicycle, getting lost in winding jungle footpaths. A superb
new play area has a DJ corner and an underground tunnel
linking the playhouse to the organic gardens, whilst a new
Children’s Camp programme includes movie-making
and treasure hunts. Swim, snorkel and dive in a blue
lagoon or watch for dolphins on a traditional dhoni. The
only difficulty you will face during a stay here is deciding
between sixty flavours of ice cream and five hundred
different wines. Before bedtime, enjoy favourite family
movies under the stars at Cinema Paradiso, count Saturn’s
rings in the world-class Observatory, or ask your Mr or Ms
Friday to help create a magical outdoor sleepover.
Flying time to Malé: 10 hours
Children stay free
Save up to £3940
Stay 7 nights and receive complimentary seaplane transfers
for up to 2 children. Valid for travel 15 May – 31 Aug 14.
Book by 31 Apr 14. Emirates special offer airfare, book by
31 Mar 14. Prices from £6370 per family based on 2 adults
and 2 children sharing a Crusoe Villa (based on departure
26 May 14) including:
Private yoga and meditation sessions for children / Garden
lunch for the family
Upgrade to Business Class from £960 per adult and £835
per child one way.
Far Flung Discoveries / 17
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Balinese sweet-making and raft building
Four Seasons Resort Bali
at Jimbaran Bay – Bali
This peaceful retreat conceals an abundance of family
friendly delights. Let little ones play in the kids-only
infinity-edge Jacuzzi pool or engage in culturally
enriching crafts and games at Jimba Kids Club. Junior
chefs can sample their creations following Balinese
sweet-making and pastry classes at the dedicated Cooking
School, and learn about river ecology and raft building,
explore rice paddies or work with traditional puppets
at Green Camp. A short distance from the resort, trek
to the mountains to watch the famous wood and stone
carving artists, ride, feed and interact with the world’s
largest herd of Sumatran elephants or pick your own
strawberries at the beautiful Bedugul botanical garden.
Flying time to Bali: 15 hours via Singapore
Children stay free
Save up to £1600
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6. Valid for travel 01 Apr – 26 Dec
14. Prices from £13,950 per family based on 2 adults and
2 children sharing a Two Bedroom Villa with breakfast
(based on departure 18 Aug 14) including:
Complimentary family dinner at Taman Wantilan
Upgrade to Business Class from £1200 per adult and
£945 per child one way.
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Insight into the Malaysian way of life
Tanjong Jara Resort
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Malaysia
Steeped in age-old Malay traditions, a stay at this
beachfront resort is great for those parents seeking a
sanctuary to escape to as well as wanting their children
to experience the authentic taste of the region’s heritage.
Glimpse rural village life with a guided bicycle tour
to the nearby fishing village; cruise Marang River and
spot monkeys, iguanas and sea eagles in the mangroves.
For those in the know, nearby island Pulau Tenggol is
considered one of the best diving spots in Peninsular
Malaysia. For young fussy eaters, describe what you like to
Chef Ann at Di Atas Sungei restaurant and she will conjure
up a unique dish based on your favourite ingredients.
Flying time to Kuala Terengganu:
13 hours 25 minutes via Kuala Lumpur
Child stays free
Save up to £240
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Here, families looking for something away from the beaten
track can discover the real Vietnam. The surrounding
crystal clear waters provide an ideal setting to explore
both land and sea. Wake up early and share a traditional
fisherman’s breakfast with the captain whilst waiting for
the rising sun and before going fishing along the scenic
bay. Learn about the flora and fauna on a hiking trip to the
private beach of Bai Nho, where you can enjoy a family
picnic and snorkelling. Unearth traditions with excursions
to Vietnamese hat shops, incense stick makers and rice
noodle kitchens. Little ones can enjoy activities such as tree
planting and sand picture making at the new Sub Club.
Flying time to Cam Ranh: 12 hours 40 minutes via Saigon
Valid for travel 01 Apr – 31 Oct 14. Book by 30 Apr 14. Stay
7 nights from £4385 per family based on 2 adults and 1
child sharing a Bumbung Room with breakfast (based on
departure 20 Aug 14) including:
50% reduction on selected resort activities for children
Early morning fishing with the captain
Children stay free
Save up to £1680
Stay 8 nights, pay for 6 and receive a complimentary transfer
and a 30 minute spa treatment for 2 adults. Valid for travel
until 17 Apr and 22 Apr – 31 Oct 14. Prices from £7540 per
family based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Hill Top
Villa with half board (based on departure 08 Apr 14).
per child one way.
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Set amongst twisted olive groves
overlooking Spinalonga Island’s crumbling
Venetian fortress, these two and three
bedroomed suites and villas, many with
their own private pool, are perfect for family
reunions and larger gatherings. Offering
generous living space and secluded terraces
for private dining, families can enjoy
memorable occasions together as well as
taking advantage of the extensive facilities
this stylish resort has to offer. Grandparents
may enjoy a day trip to the Minoan ruins at
Knossos or a wine tasting class in one of the
three gourmet restaurants, all of which are
equipped with high chairs, drawing pads and
crayons. Mother and daughter could relax
in Soma Spa, leaving father and son free to
explore the countryside mountain biking
or challenging each other in a tennis match.
The shallow waters of the private beach
are perfect for tots to swim in and there is
a good choice of watersports on offer.
Visit in July and August to experience the
‘Annual Festival de la Gastronomie’, a
mouth-watering culinary festival which
will satisfy the most varied of palates.
Flying time to Heraklion:
4 hours
Save up to £1910
booking reduction on accommodation. Valid
for travel 12 Apr – 31 Oct 14. Book by 15 Apr
14. Prices from £7475 per family based on
2 adults and 2 children sharing Villa Aptera
(based on departure 25 Jul 14) including:
Carrier exclusive – One complimentary
dinner in 1910 Restaurant / Complimentary
kids’ club
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Sheraton Algarve Hotel
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Four Seasons Resort
The Algarve, Portugal
This world-class resort has an enviable location on
Pinney’s Beach and boasts a spectacular array of Private
Residence villas – an ideal base for families. Just minutes
from the beach, the Palm Grove resort residences nestle
amongst palm trees and lush gardens lining the 18-hole
championship golf course. Close by are all the facilities
and services that you would expect from a Four Seasons
Resort including three swimming pools, decadent beach
cabanas with concierge service and tennis centre. Keen
sailors can complete a two day Sail Laser course, whilst
the Kids for All Seasons programme incorporates an
innovative ‘Adopt a Sea Turtle’ scheme.
Nevis
A collection of contemporary-styled villas and
apartments wrapped around a nine-hole golf course,
this cliff top resort offers families space to relax and do
as much or as little as they please. With 12 restaurants
and bars plus the option of self-catering, mealtimes are
delightfully hassle free. In addition to junior lessons at the
tennis academy and plentiful watersports on the private
beach, little ones can play on life-sized galleons at the
Porto Pirata Children’s Village, whilst older ones join in
organised basketball and mini golf tournaments.
Flying time to Faro: 2 hours 50 minutes
Flying time to St Kitts: 9 hours 55 minutes, including
a 1 hour stopover in Antigua
Save up to £470
Children stay and eat free
Save up to £1570
Stay 7 nights and receive a 10% early booking reduction
on accommodation. Valid for travel 14 Apr – 31 Oct 14.
Book by 31 Mar 14. Prices from £5690 per family based
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a two bedroom Pine
Cliffs Residence Comfort (based on departure 28 Jul 14).
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6. Valid for travel 17 Apr - 15 Dec 14.
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a two bedroom Resort
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Borgo Egnazia
Puglia, Italy
Children will love exploring the honey-coloured paved
streets and charming squares of this traditional Apulian
village-style resort which overlooks the Adriatic coastline
and borders San Domenico Golf Club. A few minutes’
walk from the main piazza, the opulent villas are a haven
for family relaxation, all complete with private pool and
many enjoying roof terraces and Arabian gardens. Private
chefs are on hand for relaxed Mediterranean evenings
together. Families can play tennis, enjoy cookery classes,
build sandcastles at La Fonte Beach or try an array of
watersports at Borgo Egnazia’s second beach club, Cala
Masciola. Children can also enjoy a range of activities at
Trullalleri, the complimentary kids’ club.
Flying time to Bari: 2 hours 40 minutes
Save up to £750
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6. Valid for travel 01 Apr – 31 May
14. Book by 31 Mar 14. Prices from £7290 per family
based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing Villa Giardino
with breakfast (based on departure 15 Apr 14).
Complimentary breakfast for adults / Children 12 years old
and under eat free from the Kids’ Menu / Children under
18 years old receive complimentary boat transfers
Upgrade to World Traveller Plus from £210 per adult and
Upgrade to Club World from £820 per adult and £630
per child one way.
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Porto Zante Villas & Spa
Zakynthos, Greece
One of the island’s best kept secrets, these sleek pool
villas set in private gardens offer a truly indulgent way to
unwind together. With Ancient Greek inspired in-villa
spa treatments and intimate al fresco dinners, family
groups can relax and reconnect with each other with no
distractions. If you do stray from your beach hideaway,
plentiful watersports are also available, together with a
children’s club and beachfront restaurant. A highlight is
sure to be a private yacht excursion to explore Zakynthos’
brilliant blue sea caves and dramatic white limestone cliffs.
Flying time to Zakynthos: 3 hours 35 minutes
Save up to £680
Valid for travel 16 Apr – 30 Jun and 01 Sep – 17 Oct 14.
Book by 15 Apr 14. Stay 7 nights from £6980 per family
based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Beach Front
Deluxe Spa Villa with Private Heated Pool (based on
departure 25 May 14) including:
Complimentary children’s dining and sports activities
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Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa – Maldives
A short boat ride from some of the
Maldives’ finest dive sites, this lush private
island will enchant water babies young
and old with scuba explorations of the
brilliantly coloured corals that are home to
butterfly fish, rays and snappers. Teenagers
will love parasailing or jet skiing, whilst
younger children can try and catch a wave
with lessons at the surf school. Families
can explore the lagoon by kayak. Or for
families with children over seven years old,
the resort’s 11-cabin luxury catamaran,
the Four Seasons Explorer, is on hand for
three, four or seven night cruises to far flung
atolls in search of deserted sandbanks and
underwater life. Children will enjoy meeting
turtle hatchlings and helping rebuild the
coral reef at the Marine Discovery Centre.
The resident marine biologists also arrange
dolphin watching and shark safaris. Little
ones can explore the marine life touch
tank at the children’s club whilst parents
travel across to the private Island Spa for
an hour’s relaxation.
Children stay free
Save up to £1710
Stay 7 nights, pay for 5 and receive
complimentary half board. Valid for travel
11 May – 31 Jul 14. Book by 31 Mar 14.
Prices from £7280 per family based on
2 adults and 1 child sharing a Sunset Beach
Pavilion (based on departure 16 Jul 14).
Flying time to Malé:
10 hours
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Half Moon, A RockResort
Jamaica
Named after its two mile long crescent of powder white
sands, this world-class resort offers a wealth of adult
refinements and children’s activities in addition to some
of Jamaica’s finest water based experiences – from
scuba diving to windsurfing and parasailing. However,
its dolphin lagoon is what really sets it apart. One of
only a handful of Caribbean resorts to offer the dolphin
experience on site, it is reserved exclusively for guests.
Tots can ‘shake flippers’ on the beach whilst older
children and families participate in swimming sessions or
all-day-long dolphin trainer master classes.
Flying time to Montego Bay: 9 hours 45 minutes
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Nonsuch Bay – Antigua
Set in a secluded bay fanned by warm trade winds and
protected from the waves by a barrier reef, the owners of
this laid-back Antiguan beach hideaway believe you are
never too young to discover the ocean. Escorted sailing
trips are a popular activity arranged by the children’s
club for four to seven year olds. Older children can
participate in lessons at the sailing school which has a
large fleet of dinghies, catamarans, keelboats and kayaks.
Other options include family snorkelling excursions to
uninhabited outer islets and lazy afternoons spent by one
of the three pools.
Flying time to Antigua: 8 hours 25 minutes
Save up to £585
Stay 7 nights and receive up to 40% early booking
reduction on accommodation. Valid for travel 24 May –
01 Nov 14. Book by 30 Apr 14. Prices from £4710 per
family based on 2 adults and 1 child sharing a One
Bedroom Apartment with half board (based on departure
15 Jul 14) including:
Children stay free
Save up to £3310
Stay 14 nights, pay for 7. Valid for travel 21 Apr - 19 Dec
14. Book by 30 Apr 14. Prices from £5330 per family
based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Junior Suite
(based on departure 15 Oct 14) including:
Carrier exclusive – A complimentary room upgrade
Upgrade to Premium Economy from £280 per adult and
Upgrade to Upper Class from £745 per adult and £585
per child one way.
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The St. Regis Mauritius
Resort – Mauritius
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Boasting flawless butler service and a Michelin-starred
chef, St. Regis combines world-class facilities with an
unparalleled setting on the island’s south western coast.
The turquoise waters and white sands of Le Morne Beach
are the perfect backdrop for aquatic adventures, from
complimentary glass-bottom boat tours over the reef in
search of angelfish and blue-striped snappers to sailing
trips along the coastline. A highlight is sure to be the
private speed boat tour to Tamarin Bay, where children
will be delighted at the chance to swim and snorkel with
dolphins in their natural habitat. Mauritius is also one of
the world’s most renowned locations for kite surfing and
St Regis’ Kite Flyers Club has been exclusively designed
for its younger guests.
Four Seasons Resort
Langkawi – Malaysia
From riverboat cruises through the mangroves in search
of playful macaques, sea otters and tree frogs to thrilling
rainforest treks that lead to hidden lakes and secluded
waterfalls, this elegant beach house resort offers families
a complete eco experience. Set on over a kilometre of
sandy beach lapped by the Andaman Sea, in addition to a
kayaking adventure into the neighbouring UNESCO
Kilim Karst Geo Park to admire sea caves and ‘Jurassic’
islands, families can also take advantage of an array of
traditional watersports from tubing to paddle boarding.
Flying time to Mauritius: 11 hours 50 minutes
Flying time to Langkawi:
14 hours 30 minutes via Kuala Lumpur
Child stays free
Save up to £1985
Save up to £4300
Carrier exclusive – Complimentary half board for one child
when parents book half board / Complimentary activities
programme for children and teenagers / Complimentary
daytime childcare and crèche / Complimentary sailing for
adults and children
Valid for travel 01 May – 30 Sep 14. Book by 30 Apr 14.
Emirates special offer airfare, book by 31 Mar 14. Stay 7
nights from £4670 per family based on 2 adults and 1
child sharing an Oceanview Deluxe Room with half board
Stay 8 nights, pay for 6 and receive complimentary half
board. Valid for travel 11 May – 31 Jul and 01 Sep – 31 Oct
14. Book by 31 Mar 14. Prices from £11,520 per family
based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Beach Villa
Complimentary activity programme for children at the Kite
Flyers Club
Complimentary access to Kids For All Seasons Programme
per child one way.
per child one way.
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Rosewood Jumby Bay – Antigua
This exclusive private island resort provides
a secure and safe escape for families to get
away from the pressures of the modern
world and boasts an extensive all-inclusive
offering. Families will enjoy making use of
the resort’s bicycles to explore palm-fringed
trails that lead to the island’s three beaches,
or trying out an array of watersports
including paddle boarding and kayaking.
Masks and flippers are also on hand, plus
regular snorkelling excursions and seasonal
turtle watch walks. There is unlimited access
to the three tennis courts including the loan
of tennis racquets and balls and the use of
croquet equipment. Little ones are kept busy
with a range of different themed activities
at the children’s club from Pirates of the
Caribbean-style adventures to junior chef
and scientist sessions. Children’s menus are
available at all three restaurants; dining with
sand between their toes at Verandah is sure
to please discerning younger guests.
Flying time to Antigua:
8 hours 25 minutes
adults and 2 children sharing a Beachside
Courtyard Suite on all-inclusive (based on
departure 15 Jul 14) including:
Carrier exclusive – Complimentary
accommodation and meals for children
Upgrade to World Traveller Plus from £240
Upgrade to Club World from £675 per adult
Save up to £1510
Valid for travel 01 May – 31 Oct 14. Stay 7
nights from £11,870 per family based on 2
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Constance Moofushi
Maldives
Epitomising barefoot elegance, this private island resort
caters for all ages with one of the Maldives’ most
indulgent all-inclusive packages – from in-room
PlayStation 3s to a daily replenished mini bar. Family
time together could include learning to windsurf or
playing beach volleyball on the pristine white sands.
Older children will enjoy trying scuba diving or
snorkelling over the house reef; whilst little ones will be
delighted with a trip across the azure lagoon by
traditional dhoni. Dining options are varied and include
themed buffets, à la carte seafood grills and Maldivian
folk evenings.
Child stays and eats free
Save up to £2865
on accommodation. Valid for travel 28 Apr – 28 Sep
14. Book 60 days prior to arrival. Emirates special offer
airfare, book by 31 Mar 14. Prices from £6605 per family
based on 2 adults and 1 child sharing a Beach Villa on
all-inclusive (based on departure 05 Aug 14).
per child one way.
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Spice Island Beach Resort
Grenada
A family run boutique hotel overlooking one of Grenada’s
finest beaches, guests tend to relax instantly when they
arrive at Spice Island. With pretty much everything
taken care of – from complimentary golf green fees to
snorkelling – this is a blissfully uncomplicated Caribbean
family getaway. From bike rides to kayaking expeditions
exploring the coastline, you can try as many different
pastimes as you like. The Nutmeg Pod also coordinates
a programme of supervised children’s activities leaving
parents free to enjoy the fitness centre and spa or relax with
complimentary cocktails in the Sea & Surf Terrace Bar.
Flying time to Grenada: 10 hours 20 minutes, including
a one hour stopover en route
Save up to £1290
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6 and receive a reduction on a
second room for children up to 17 years old. Valid for
travel 01 Jun – 30 Sep 14. Prices from £7300 per family
based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing two Oleander
Suites on all-inclusive (based on departure 10 Jul 14).
per child one way.
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Desroches Island
Mayan arts and piñata making
Seychelles
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
A castaway island in the far flung Amirante Archipelago,
Desroches blends the excitement of a Robinson Crusoe
experience with the refinements of a five star resort. At
Kids’ Haven, young islanders can enjoy a range of
activities including yoga, pizza making lessons and kite
flying. For a bespoke family picnic location, cycle through
the rainforest to discover deserted coves, or join the
conservation team on guided hikes to encounter giant
tortoises and turtle watching walks along the beach. Other
‘must dos’ included at no extra charge are kayaking and
snorkelling excursions to spot stingrays and parrotfish.
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Flying time to Seychelles: 11 hours 45 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £5380
Stay 7 nights, pay for 5. Valid for travel until 24 Dec 14.
Emirates special offer airfare, book by 31 Mar 14. Prices
from £13,680 per family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing a Beach Villa on all-inclusive (based on departure
11 Aug 14).
per child one way.
The perfect springboard for explorations of Mayan ruins
within the Yucatan jungle, this family-orientated resort
offers the ultimate all-inclusive programmes on the
Riviera Maya. Guests can dine at all seven restaurants
and five bars at no additional charge; children’s menus are
available. Families will also relish complimentary
in-room dining and minibar. A panoply of activities are
available for both adults and kids to indulge in; parents
might like to try yoga or Zumba whilst youngsters can
take part in Mayan arts and crafts workshops, face
painting and piñata making. Teenagers can go on bicycle
tours, go horse riding or take on the adults in a ‘Teenagers
versus Parents’ karaoke contest.
Flying time to Cancun: 10 hours 20 minutes
Save up to £1440
Stay 7 nights and receive reduced rates and US$1500
resort credit. Valid for travel 21 Apr – 19 Dec 14. Book
by 30 Apr 14. Prices from £6780 per family based on 2
adults and 2 children sharing a Zen Grand Suite Jungle
View on all-inclusive (based on departure 22 Jul 14).
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Cristallo Hotel & Spa – Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy
A well-known winter ski destination, the
northern Italian mountains are beautiful
in the summer; after the snow melts, the
landscape of the Dolomites morphs into
lush green valley pastures and thick forests
– an idyllic setting for family adventure
in the fresh mountain air. Set by wooded
slopes with spellbinding views of the Tofane
Mountains, Cristallo Hotel & Spa offers an
authentic Belle Epoque base from which
to explore and a welcoming mountain
home atmosphere to return to. There is a
wide array of summer activities for all ages
on your doorstep here. Mountain biking,
cycling or trekking are the ideal way to
explore the wild nature of the mountains.
For the more intrepid parents and teenagers,
the via ferrata, or ‘iron roads’, are a must.
Offering unprecedented panoramic views
of the mountain range, these walkways are
equipped with fixed cables, ladders and
bridges – the very first originated in the
Dolomites during the First World War.
Flying time to Venice:
2 hours
Child stays free
Save up to £630
Valid for travel 04 Jul – 30 Aug 14. Stay 7
nights from £4215 per family based on 2
adults and 1 child sharing a Superior Double
Room with breakfast (based on departure
31 Jul 14).
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Clayoquot Wilderness
Resort – Vancouver Island, Canada
A horizon of possibilities stretches out before adults
and children alike at this spectacular wilderness resort.
A scenic seaplane transfer, flying over the snow-capped
peaks and tiny glacial lakes of the last great wilderness,
brings you to Clayoquot. Frontier tents and outside
fireplaces combine with the chance to gallop on horseback
through beautiful countryside; a far cry from the norm of
technology-centric family life. Daily activities are highly
personalised and customised for each guest by dedicated
Activities Directors. Kayak through glistening waterways,
paddle board on calm lakes, zip-line through forests or set
out on horseback to search for bears. The list of options is
endless yet each choice as alluring as the next.
Flying time to Vancouver: 10 hours
Valid for travel 15 May – 25 Sep 14. Stay 3 nights from
£14,510 per family based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing
an en-suite Tent on full board with selected beverages and
floatplane transfers from Vancouver (based on departure
14 Aug 14) including:
60 minute spa treatment / Guided activities such as
horse riding, salt-water fishing and canoeing
Excludes international flights.
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Singita Ebony & Sweni
Lodges – Sabi Sand Game Reserve
& Kruger National Park, South Africa
A safari in the untamed wilderness of Africa could be
considered the ultimate family adventure. At Singita, fluid
itineraries are planned around each family to ensure that
your safari is a great shared experience with memories
that will last a lifetime. The popular Singita Mini Ranger’s
Course opens children’s eyes to a whole new world –
tracking animals, frogging, astronomy and nature quizzes.
Young adults are challenged in different ways learning
bush survival skills – such as how to make a fire, find a
water source or identify edible plants.
Flying time: 10 hours 55 minutes to Johannesburg and a
70 minute onward flight
Save up to £2625
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3. Valid for travel until 19 Dec 14.
Prices from £6140 per family fully inclusive based on 2
adults and 1 child sharing for 2 nights in a Family Suite at
Ebony Lodge and 2 nights in a Sweni Suite at Sweni
Lodge including:
Complimentary flight between lodges / Twice daily game
drives / Mountain biking / Archery
Excludes international flights and transfers.
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Jumeirah Port Soller
Hotel & Spa – Mallorca
With a backdrop of a UNESCO protected mountain
range, the intimate Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa
provides a glorious natural setting with a wealth of
outdoor activities for all the family. Adventure-seekers
can go hiking and cycling in the dramatic scenery of
the Tramuntana mountains and enjoy a huge number
of trails, suitable for all ages and abilities. Experience
the awe-inspiring limestone formations of the Dragon
Caves at Porto Cristo or, on the water, private yachts are
available to hire for day excursions to beaches and nearby
coves. End the day relaxing by the Sa Talaia lifeguardsupervised pool while little ones splash around in the
year-round heated water.
Flying time to Mallorca: 2 hours 15 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £900
on accommodation. Valid for travel 01 May – 30 Sep 14.
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Deluxe Mountain
View Room with breakfast (based on departure 05 Aug
14) including:
Two hours complimentary kids’ club per day for
3 – 12 year olds
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A Big Sky education
The Ranch at Rock Creek
Montana, USA
Montana represents the untamed, the wild, the natural;
cossetted in the upscale yet cosy comfort of The Ranch at
Rock Creek, you are perfectly poised for your own family
adventure under the ‘big sky’. A stay here is not just
experiential but also educational – for all members of the
family, young and old. At The Little Grizzlies Kids Club,
children explore the outdoors with trained staff; one day
they will be at the stables learning about animal care, the
next at the creek collecting tadpoles. Days are full of
fresh-air-escapades with trail rides on horseback, fly
fishing in Rock Creek, archery and hiking. With so much
to see, search and do, the whole family can truly get back
to nature.
Flying time to Missoula: 12 hours 40 minutes
via Phoenix
Valid for travel until 31 Dec 14. Stay 7 nights from
£20,940 per family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing a room in The Granite Lodge on all-inclusive
with 7 days car hire (based on departure 15 Apr 14)
including:
Various activities such as fly fishing, mountain biking
and wildlife watching
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Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort – Tenerife
Situated on the sun-filled Costa Adeje, this
colonial-style hotel renowned for its film set
architecture is the perfect option for some
relaxing family time over half term. It is easy
to spend lazy days on Del Duque Beach; or
get active with an abundance of watersports
including diving and windsurfing. On land,
families can enjoy mountain bike rides, try
out paddle tennis or join in a game of beach
volleyball. Mother and daughter can enjoy
Manicure and ‘Marteeny’ sessions, whilst
boys experience Muddy Pedicures and
Clay Hair Sculpt treatments at the family
orientated spa. The complimentary Duqui
Club keeps children busy with T-shirt art
sessions, treasure hunts and mini discos
whilst teenagers make new friends playing
table football and PlayStation games in their
own surf-themed lounge. Evenings can be
as low key or formal as you make them with
eight restaurants offering varied cuisine
and 12 cafés and bars catering to smaller
appetites and tastes.
Save up to £1860
Valid for travel 01 – 31 May and 01 – 16 Oct
14. Book by 30 Apr 14. Stay 7 nights from
£4940 per family based on 2 adults and 2
children sharing two Garden View Rooms
with half board (based on departure 24 May
14) including:
Complimentary kids’ club
Flying time to Tenerife:
4 hours 15 minutes
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The Fairmont Royal
Pavilion – Barbados
This tropical beach house hotel on Barbados’ Platinum
Coast offers an injection of Caribbean sunshine for
October half term. Children will love the array of
complimentary watersports on offer including kayaking,
surfing and swimming with turtles. Snorkelling gear is
also included for family adventures – go in search of
snappers, sea fans and angel fish. Enjoy a movie and
popcorn night under the stars with freshly made pizza or
dine-in with DVDs. There are two restaurants to choose
from, including the acclaimed Palm Restaurant and bistro
style Taboras with Caribbean and Italian speciality nights
or Sunday brunch with a steel pan player.
Flying time to Barbados: 8 hours 30 minutes
Save up to £1710
Stay 7 nights and receive a second room at half price for
children. Valid for travel 15 Mar – 31 Oct 14. Prices from
£8020 per family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing two Oceanfront Deluxe rooms with half board
(based on departure 20 Oct 14) including:
Carrier exclusive – Complimentary dinner for children
when parents book half board
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One&Only Royal Mirage
Dubai
Transport the children into an Arabian fairytale. The
intricate Moorish arches, sparkling fountains and
extravagant gardens of this regal resort set on its own
private beachfront are sure to fire young imaginations.
Local traditions are celebrated at the KidsOnly Club with
belly dancing, camel riding and Bedouin tent evening
adventures. Junior swimming, tennis and water skiing
lessons are also available. In addition to several family
orientated restaurants, the resort also provides an all-day
dining menu for junior gourmands. Family adventures
nearby include desert jeep safaris or dune surfing.
Flying time to Dubai: 7 hours
Save up to £815
Stay 5 nights and receive complimentary half board.
Valid for travel 25 Oct – 25 Dec 14. Book by 29 Aug 14.
Prices from £5395 per family based on 2 adults and 1
child sharing a Deluxe Room at Arabian Court (based
on departure 26 Oct 14) including:
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Annabel Karmel designed menus
Mauritius
One&Only Le Saint Géran
Parents tend to unwind instantly at Le Saint Géran.
Children are at the heart of things at this exclusive Indian
Ocean beach retreat, making it a delightfully hassle free
long-haul option for half term. The shipwreck themed
children’s club keeps little ones entertained with
gardening courses, mini yoga sessions and water games in
the dedicated pool. Inside, there is a video games room
and movie theatre for teenagers. Add to that a youth
fitness programme, complimentary watersports and an
uncomplicated children’s menu created by healthy food
guru, Annabel Karmel, and relaxing time for all is assured.
Save up to £2630
on accommodation and complimentary half board. Valid
for travel 18 Oct – 02 Nov 14. Book by 30 Apr 14. Prices
from £7040 per family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing a Junior Suite (based on departure 25 Oct 14)
including:
Complimentary ‘Shipwreck Theme KidsOnly’ club
for 3 – 11 year olds
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Four Seasons Resort
Sharm el Sheikh – Egypt
The perfect antidote to the British winter; this family
orientated Red Sea resort offers a wide range of activities
to suit all ages, plus five restaurants which cater to
younger tastes. Boasting its own jetty and house reef,
teenagers could try scuba diving whilst little ones don
masks and flippers to go in search of sea urchins and
parrotfish. On land, children are kept busy learning
origami, clay making or playing dodge ball at the
complimentary children’s club. Teenagers have their
own hangout, YAS, which organises Nintendo Wii game
competitions and billiards tournaments.
Flying time to Sharm el Sheikh: 5 hours
Children stay free
Save up to £850
Stay 7 nights from £4150 per family based on 2 adults and
2 children sharing a Two Bedroom Residential Suite with
breakfast (based on departure 25 May 14) including:
Complimentary kids’ club / Complimentary 3 hours
babysitting / Complimentary laundry for children /
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A tranquil oasis in the headwaters of the
Florida Everglades, this Italianate resort’s
serene setting almost belies its proximity
to Orlando’s world class attractions; yet
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando
and SeaWorld are all a short shuttle ride
away. Set in 500 acres of gardens and lakes
it is easy to combine theme park thrills
with natural explorations. Go fishing,
join a kayaking tour along cypress-lined
waterways in search of lazy alligators
or install your own birdhouse. Natural
discoveries are also made at the children’s
club which organises eco-themed crafts and
fish feeding sessions. Younger guests are
extremely well looked after throughout
the resort with a dedicated check-in,
children’s menus, movie nights and
expansive pool complex with lazy river to
enjoy. There is also the option of ‘in room
camping’ where their bed is transformed
into a tent complete with lantern and
campfire snacks whilst teenagers are not
forgotten with bespoke spa treatments,
Nintendo Wii games and complimentary
golf at the championship course.
Flying time to Orlando:
9 hours 30 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £340
May – 27 Sep 14. Prices from £4280 per
family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing a Deluxe Garden View Room (based
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Reunion Resort
Orlando, Florida
Deluxe apartment-style villas and homes offer selfcatering comfort for families in this country club-style
resort. Overlooking the fairways of three signature golf
courses, guests can enjoy luxury Florida living with easy
access to the best of Orlando’s theme parks. In addition to
ten pools, the resort also has its own waterpark; the
perfect place to keep children entertained when parents
want a day to recharge, there are twisting water slides and
a lazy river to explore. Poolside crafts and giant board
games are also on offer along with a children’s club, junior
golf clinics and tennis lessons.
Flying time to Orlando: 9 hours 30 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £290
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6. Valid for travel 27 Apr – 20
Dec 14, 01 Jan – 28 Feb and 21 Apr – 30 Apr 15. Prices
from £4900 per family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing a One Bedroom Deluxe Villa (based on departure
28 May 14).
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Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Dubai
Built in the form of a cresting wave overlooking one
of the city’s finest private beaches, this is arguably
Dubai’s most family-friendly hotel. Amongst the array
of complimentary amenities on offer from the Sinbad’s
Kids Club and The Hub teenagers’ club to scuba
dive experiences, access to neighbouring Wild Wadi
Waterpark is most certainly a highlight. Comprising over
30 rides and attractions, teenagers will love being hurtled
through water tornados and whisked up gravity defying
water rollercoasters whilst little ones cruise the lazy river
and fire water jets in the lagoon.
Flying time to Dubai: 7 hours
Save up to £185
Valid for travel 10 May – 30 Sep 14. Stay 5 nights from
£4495 per family based on 2 adults and 1 child sharing
an Ocean Deluxe Room (based on departure 27 May 14)
including:
Unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark throughout stay
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Four Seasons Resort
Orlando at Walt Disney
World‰ Resort – Florida
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Disney magic enjoys a luxury makeover this summer with
the opening of the Four Seasons Orlando. Set inside Walt
Disney Resort, families will be moments from all four
theme parks and can even opt for balconied rooms
overlooking the Magic Kingdom’s nightly fireworks. After
living out their Disney daydreams, children can cool off at
the waterpark, scale the climbing wall or take a golf lesson
at the championship course. Parents can relax in the
adults-only pool or sample the spa whilst teenagers
socialise at their hangout and younger ones enjoy the
complimentary Kids for All Seasons programme.
Flying time to Orlando: 9 hours 30 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £450
The Cove Atlantis
Paradise Island, The Bahamas
Set between two beaches, the luxurious ocean-facing suites
of The Cove Atlantis offer families a sleek private
sanctuary from which to explore the extensive delights of
Atlantis Paradise Island. As well as exploring the
Caribbean’s largest aquarium, children can swim with
dolphins and help feed stingrays. Another highlight is the
waterpark where little ones will enjoy the play fort, dashing
through water curtains and letting fly with water cannons.
Teenagers can be whisked through a shark lagoon in an
acrylic tunnel or ride a mile-long river rapid, before ending
an adrenalin-fuelled day at the CRUSH nightclub.
Flying time to The Bahamas: 9 hours 30 minutes
Stay 5 nights, pay for 4. Valid for travel 03 Aug – 17 Dec
14. Prices from £4980 per family based on 2 adults
and 2 children sharing a Golden Oak Room (based on
departure 21 Oct 14).
Opening August 2014 – the first Four Seasons property
in Orlando.
Receive complimentary dining for children when parents
book half board. Valid for travel until 25 Dec 14. Stay 7
nights from £6830 per family based on 2 adults and 2
children sharing an Ocean Suite with half board (based
on departure 19 Oct 14).
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One&Only Cape Town – South Africa
An urban oasis in the heart of one of
Africa’s most captivating cities, a stay at
the One&Only Cape Town is sure to fire
the imagination of even the most blasé
teenager. The KidsOnly children’s club
offers PlayStation and Nintendo Wii games,
a movie lounge and computer suite. In
addition to a dedicated programme which
introduces younger guests to some of the
city’s high octane thrills including dune
sandboarding, Cool Runnings tobogganing,
rock climbing and indoor karting, the hotel
can arrange surf and paddle board lessons
nearby. There are regular big screen movie
showings at the lively V&A Waterfront
adjacent to the hotel. Or teenagers can take
advantage of bespoke treatments at the
private island spa which also offers a vitality
pool, aromatherapy steam room, sauna and
ice fountain. Home to two of the city’s most
renowned restaurants – Nobu and Reuben’s
– parents can indulge in a spot of peoplewatching too.
Children and teenagers
stay free – Save up to £650
Flying time to Cape Town:
Excludes international flights and transfers.
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3. Valid for travel
01 May – 31 Jul 14. Prices from £960 per
family based on 2 adults and 2 children
sharing a Marina Double Queen Room with
breakfast including:
Carrier exclusive – Complimentary
accommodation with breakfast for children
up to 17 years old
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The Resort at Pelican Hill
Newport Coast, California
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Sheraton La Caleta
Resort & Spa – Tenerife
Close to the chic and lively resort of Costa Adeje and
set around a lagoon-style pool complex in subtropical
gardens, this relaxed resort is a perfect environment for
teenagers to explore and make new friends. They can
gain their independence at their own dedicated hangout,
M@GMA, with a DJ booth, computer and internet suite,
video and PlayStation games plus large screen for movies.
There are also tennis and paddle tennis courts and
watersports at nearby Medano Beach on offer. Extensive
dining options ranging from sushi to tapas across four
restaurants are sure to please all palates.
Flying time to Tenerife: 4 hours 15 minutes
Save up to £145
Receive a 10% early booking reduction on accommodation.
Valid for travel 01 May – 31 Oct 14. Book by 30 Apr 14.
Stay 7 nights from £2645 per family based on 2 adults
and 1 child sharing a Deluxe Room with breakfast (based
on departure 26 Jul 14).
A Renaissance inspired hotel set amongst twisted olive
groves and rows of lavender might not seem an obvious
teenage haunt. Yet this classic Californian retreat has
managed to embrace youth culture without losing any of
its enduring appeal. One of the Italianate villas has been
transformed into a den where younger guests can play
air hockey, surf the net and chill out on trendy, oversized
couches. There is also a packed programme of excursions
from beach volleyball on nearby Corona del Mar Beach
to Disneyland day trips plus e-scavenger hunts, guided
photo hikes and surf, golf and paddleboard lessons.
Flying time to Los Angeles: 11 hours
Children and teenagers stay free
Valid for travel until 20 Nov 14. Stay 7 nights from £6790
per family based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a
Garden View Bungalow with 7 days car hire (based on
Carrier exclusive – Children aged 4 – 12 years receive
complimentary access to Camp Pelican / Children under
5 years old eat free
per child one way.
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Le Touessrok
‘Mocktails’ and Michelin stars
Mauritius
A tantalising blend of French chic and tropical flair set on
one of Mauritius’ most beautiful bays, the wealth of
world-class facilities on offer at this legendary Indian
Ocean resort will satisfy even the most demanding of
teenagers and parents alike. Organised activities include
undersea walks to explore the coral, bike tours and
banana boat rides. Junior dive lessons are available, along
with complimentary watersports such as water skiing and
windsurfing. Younger guests will also love signature
youth treatments at the Givenchy Spa and boat trips to
Ilot Mangénie – Le Touessrok’s very own ‘Robinson
Crusoe’ island.
Child or teenager stays and eats free
Save up to £415
Valid for travel 28 Apr – 30 Sep 14. Stay 7 nights from
a Deluxe Room with half board (based on departure
22 Jul 14).
Trump International
New York
A Manhattan classic whose stylish rooms enjoy unrivalled
floor-to-ceiling panoramas over the city skyline, the
Trump International is certain to give your teenagers a
taste of that longed for ‘Sex in the City’ glamour. Kitchens
can be custom-stocked with your family’s favourite foods,
or simply order from the room service menu, which
includes mocktails. Guests will relish ‘being seen’ at one
of New York’s most acclaimed restaurants, JeanGeorges, named after its three Michelin-starred chef.
Located by Central Park, the city is there to be discovered
– window shop on Fifth Avenue, take a speed boat cruise
past Liberty Island or be dazzled by a Broadway show.
Flying time to New York: 8 hours
Children and teenagers stay free
Save up to £970
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3. Valid for travel 01 Jul – 31 Aug 14.
Book by 30 Apr 14. Prices from £5800 per family based
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing an Executive Park
View Suite (based on departure 18 Aug 14) including:
Carrier exclusive – Complimentary accommodation
for children
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Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort – St Lucia
Enveloped in lush rainforest and overlooked
by St Lucia’s iconic soaring pitons, the
surrounding scenery may be dramatic yet the
beachfront at this plantation house resort
is delightfully serene, making it perfect for
families. Families will love relaxing by their
own plunge pool with coastal panoramas
in one of the hillside villas. Younger guests
can explore the shoreline with sandcastle
building and fish feeding sessions arranged
by the complimentary children’s club whilst
parents spot turtles, frogfish and sea horses
on diving trips in the nearby natural marine
reserve. Family adventures might include
snorkelling over the coral reef or sailing
along the island’s southern coastline. Tear
yourself away from the beach for a day with
rainforest canopy tours and volcano hikes
amongst the exciting inland options on offer.
Flying time to St Lucia:
8 hours 35 minutes
Children stay free
Save up to £1730
Jul – 27 Aug 14. Book by 31 Mar 14. Prices
from £7250 per family based on 2 adults
and 2 children sharing a Grand Luxury Villa
with breakfast (based on departure 10 Jul
14) including:
Carrier exclusive – Complimentary daily
breakfast and complimentary room upgrade
from a Superior to a Grand Villa
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One&Only Reethi Rah
Maldives
Providing ample space for families, the spectacular shape
of this island creates six kilometres of coastline with no less
than 12 beaches. Discreetly placed villas front their own
stretch of sugar-white shore or a private deck overlooking
the enchanting lagoon. Take to the water for deep-sea
fishing or a family excursion onboard a traditional dhoni,
visiting a desert island for a deluxe picnic. If exploring
their own private beach is not fun enough, children and
teenagers are superbly catered for with the KidsOnly
and One Tribe clubs offering everything from swimming
lessons to exciting treasure hunts.
Save up to £3890
Stay 7 nights, pay for 5 and receive complimentary
transfers for up to 2 children. Valid for travel 10 May – 31
Jul, 09 Aug – 02 Oct and 08 Oct – 19 Dec 14. Emirates
special offer airfare, book by 31 Mar 14. Prices from
sharing a Beach Villa with breakfast (based on departure
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Four Seasons Resort
Mauritius at Anahita
Mauritius
Set on one of the island’s largest lagoons, this stylish
resort celebrates its incomparable beachfront location
with villas tantalisingly close to the shore, overwater
spa pavilions and panoramic outdoor lounges. Young
ones will relish seeking out the resident Giant Aladabra
Tortoises or spotting clownfish on glass bottom boat trips,
whilst teenagers can take advantage of complimentary
watersports including water skiing and paddle boating.
Golfers can enjoy some of the world’s most scenic holes
on the Ernie Els championship course.
Save up to £2085
Stay 7 nights, pay for 4. Valid for travel 11 May – 15 Oct 14.
Book by 30 Jun 14. Prices from £5590 per family based
on 2 adults and 1 child sharing a Garden Pool Villa with
half board (based on departure 22 Jul 14) including:
Complimentary access to The Hobbit Village Kids Club
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Breathtaking bay and coral reef
The Andaman, A Luxury
Collection Resort
Complimentary access to KidsOnly Club
Langkawi, Malaysia
per child one way.
Set between a ten million year old rainforest, an 8,000
year old coral reef and one of the most breathtaking bays
in Malaysia, this unique eco-friendly retreat is ideal for
families that want to get back to nature. Guest rooms are
spacious, well-equipped and provide the perfect base
from which to explore; hire mountain bikes or join a
daily guided rainforest nature walk. For children seeking
independence, the Young Explorers Club is the place to
learn Bahasa Malay, try junior yoga and feed the coral,
whilst teenagers can become young marine biologists.
There is also the opportunity to end the day together on
the beach as movies are screened at the outdoor cinema.
Flying time to Langkawi: 14 hours 30 minutes
via Kuala Lumpur
Save up to £560
Stay 7 nights and receive a second room at half price for
up to 2 children. Valid for travel 01 – 11 Apr, 28 Apr – 22
Dec 14, 11 Jan – 18 Feb, 01 – 13 Mar and 22 – 31 Mar 15.
children sharing two Deluxe Rainforest Rooms with
breakfast (based on departure 14 Apr 14).
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Eagles Palace Hotel & Spa
Halkidiki, Greece
Arguably one of Greece’s finest beaches, the pristine
golden sands of this elegant resort tend to wash away
travel weariness instantly. Parents can stretch out on
comfy loungers with ‘waiter buttons’ whilst children take
a paddle in the sea or make new friends at the kids’ club.
Little ones are well catered for with four restaurants;
accommodation choices include beach suites and seafront
bungalows. Boasting a PADI dive and watersports centre,
the hotel can also assist with explorations of local
archaeological sites, uninhabited islets and medieval
fortresses by mountain bike or private yacht.
Flying time to Thessaloniki: 3 hours 15 minutes
Save up to £980
Stay 6 nights and receive a 10% reduction on
accommodation and complimentary private transfers.
Valid for travel 17 Apr – 06 Jun and 27 Sep – 31 Oct 14.
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Junior Suite Sea
View with half board (based on departure 23 May 14).
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Reinvented by leading artists each year,
this transient structure of ice above the
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activities. Perfect for families with older
children, the adventure can begin at
the airport with a dog sled ride across
virgin forest to the hotel. From sampling
Champagne in an ice flute at the Icebar
with its snow-packed dance floor to
exploring the ice sculptures and wall art on
a guided tour, there is plenty to see. After a
night spent sleeping in cosy sleeping bags
on reindeer skins in the Icehotel itself,
Nordic cabins are available for longer
stays to enjoy the wealth of experiences
on offer – from snowmobiling in search
of the Northern Lights to snowshoeing.
Teenagers can join in an ice sculpting
class to learn more about how the hotel
is hewn from the ice each year, whilst
younger children will be entranced
by a visit to a Sami reindeer camp.
Flying time to Kiruna:
4 hours 50 minutes via Stockholm
Stay 3 nights from £2540 per family based
on 2 adults and 1 child sharing for 1 night
in a Snow Room and 2 nights in a Hotel
Chalet Room with breakfast (based on
departure 20 Dec 14). Excludes transfers.
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Grand Hotel Savoia
Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy
The famous Italian passion for children ensures younger
guests are as equally cosseted as older ones at this
landmark hotel. Family fun in the snow can be had on the
one kilometre sled and snowbob run, or be pulled on a
sled on the back of a Ski-doo snowmobile along signalled
tracks for an exhilarating experience for young and old.
As well as two dedicated ‘baby’ ski runs in-resort, there is
ice skating and horse-drawn sleigh rides for when ski legs
begin to tire. There is also a kids’ club and indoor pool at
the hotel whilst the glitterati will love its sumptuous spa
and gourmet restaurant.
Flying time to Venice: 2 hours
Child stays free
Save up to £1490
Valid for travel 14 – 19 Dec 14 and 12 Jan – 19 Mar 15.
2 children sharing two Comfort Rooms with breakfast
(based on departure 14 Feb 15). Excludes transfers.
Upgrade to Club Europe from £70 per person one way.
Fur snugs on the outdoor terrace
Portetta Hotel and Lofts
Courchevel Moriond, France
Set in a prime slope-side position in Courchevel Moriond,
Portetta elevates Alpine hospitality into luxurious hotel
living whilst retaining a distinctive Savoyard charm. In
addition to well-equipped family rooms with separate
children’s bedrooms and spacious penthouse lofts, three
five star lodges offer the ultimate in ski-in, ski-out luxury.
Parents could start the day wrapped in fur snugs on the
panoramic outdoor terrace watching the children at the
next door ski school, before an afternoon on the slopes
together. Later, soothe aching muscles in the hammam
and sauna before introducing the little ones to fondue at
the restaurant.
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Flying time to Geneva: 1 hour 40 minutes
and 2 children sharing a Loft with breakfast (based on
departure 14 Feb 15). Excludes transfers.
Chocolate-dipped marshmallows
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Four Seasons Resort
Whistler – Canada
Upgrade to Club World from £65 per person one way.
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Chalet RoyAlp Hôtel
& Spa – Villars, Switzerland
Boasting jaw-dropping vistas over the Dents du Midi,
children are especially welcome at this luxurious ski-in,
ski-out hotel. Along with spacious rooms and suites, two
of the three restaurants offer children’s corners. There is
also a playroom, cinema and video games room. Plus
children’s club activities are available each evening so
parents can unwind in the extensive spa with indoor pool
before dinner. Villars has a dedicated snow kindergarten
where junior skiers can learn the basics on gentle slopes.
Ice skating, dog mushing and a two kilometre sledging run
are amongst the other family snow adventures on offer.
Flying time to Geneva: 1 hour 40 minutes
Child stays free
Save up to £895
Valid for travel 10 Dec 14 – 22 Apr 15. Book by 31 Aug 14.
and 1 child sharing a RoyAlp Executive Swiss Alps View
Room with breakfast (based on departure 20 Dec 14).
Excludes transfers.
At Whistler’s premier address, families can explore
North America’s largest ski area in unrivalled comfort.
Encircled by breathtaking slope and valley views and a
short stroll from the European-style village centre, a ski
concierge whisks skis, boots and poles to the nearby lift
for hassle-free access to the slopes. At the hotel, younger
guests are cared for with chocolate-dipped marshmallows
served at the heated outdoor pool, junior bathrobes, a
DVD library and child-sized buffet counter at breakfast.
A snow paradise for all ages – non-skiing activities
include mini snowmobiling, tubing and sleigh rides.
Flying time to Vancouver: 9 hours 30 minutes
Child stays free
Save up to £1960
on accommodation and a complimentary room upgrade.
Valid for travel 20 Dec 14 – 30 Apr 15. Book by 31 Aug 14.
child sharing a Deluxe Room (based on departure 14 Feb
15) including:
Very Important Kids Programme / Complimentary s’mores
by the fire pit
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Suite or higher and receive CA$100 lunch credit per family
per child one way.
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Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa – The Algarve, Portugal
With magnificent vistas over the Atlantic
Ocean, this resort blends Moorish charm
with Portuguese hospitality to create
a village ambience perfectly suited to
families. The array of activities on offer
is wide-ranging and designed for all ages.
Annabella’s Kids Park has an adventure
playground, versatile playroom and three
evenings a week, children are given the
opportunity to be treated to a dinner
with entertainment. Teenagers can go on
their own escorted day trips including an
adventure tour in a Jeep, surf lessons, a
day at the ‘Slide & Splash’ waterpark or an
afternoon at the beach. Families will enjoy
an exhilarating ocean cruise on-board the
Vila Vita yacht or challenging each other
to a game of pitch and putt on the in-resort
course. Exceptional accommodation and a
superb choice of eight seasonal restaurants
complete the picture.
Flying time to Faro:
2 hours 50 minutes
Child stays free
Save up to £420
booking reduction on accommodation. Valid
for travel until 31 Oct 14. Book a minimum
of 60 days prior to arrival. Prices from
£3945 per family based on 2 adults and
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View Room with breakfast (based on
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Columbia Beach Resort
Pissouri, Cyprus
At the very heart of Pissouri Bay on Cyprus’ southern
coast, this Mediterranean village-style resort is the
perfect base for relaxing family holidays all year round.
The elegant spa is set around an indoor pool that flows
into an 80 metre lagoon pool with adjoining children’s
pool. Daily activities are arranged for younger guests at
the Sailors Club. In addition to a fitness centre with
tennis and squash courts, the hotel also arranges courtesy
shuttles to neighbouring golf courses. Encircled by
orchards and vineyards, tours of the stone villages and
Byzantine churches of the Troodos Mountains make
pleasant day trips.
Flying time to Paphos: 4 hours 25 minutes
Save up to £1155
Valid for travel 01 Apr – 31 Oct 14. Book by 10 Apr 14.
2 children sharing an Executive Suite Garden View with
half board (based on departure 30 Jul 14).
St. Nicolas Bay Resort
Hotel & Villas – Crete, Greece
Set on the eastern coast of Crete, the rooms and pool
suites at this contemporary-styled hotel stand out for
their sweeping coastal views. Younger ones will enjoy film
showings in the movie lounge along with varied crafts and
organised games at the kids’ club whilst teenagers can try
diving or water skiing. Parents could experience the
Aphrodite’s Bath treatment cave for two at the spa with
thalassotherapy pool and bubble loungers. Enjoy family
adventures together including a ‘desert island’ picnic,
cookery classes or sunset cruises.
Flying time to Heraklion: 4 hours
Save up to £1270
Valid for travel 14 Apr – 28 Oct 14. Book by 31 Mar 14.
and 2 children sharing two Classic Double Sea View
Rooms with half board (based on departure 20 Aug 14)
including:
Complimentary kids’ programme
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Reid’s Palace
Beekeeping and botany at
Funchal, Madeira
Madeira’s landmark hotel, Reid’s Palace, offers excellent
family amenities without compromising its stately,
turn of the century charm. In addition to three pools,
children have their own thatched playhouse to enjoy,
where a varied programme of activities takes place.
A sound-proofed technology room with internet access
lets teenagers choose the musical background as they
sample a range of Nintendo Wii and PlayStation games.
Dubbed the ‘Floating Garden’, this lush island has much
to offer families from waterfall hikes past jacarandas and
dragon trees to whale watching and jeep safaris.
Flying time to Funchal: 3 hours 45 minutes
Child stays free
Save up to £480
on accommodation. Valid for travel 01 May – 31 Oct 14.
Book a minimum of 60 days prior to arrival. Prices from
a Superior Room with breakfast (based on departure
06 Aug 14).
Terre Blanche Hotel
Spa Golf Resort
Provence, France
With picturesque views over pretty hillside villages,
authentic Provence meets the chic of the Côte d’Azur in
this enclave where adults and children alike can be as
active or as laid-back as they please. Practise your swing
on the golf course or your serve at the top-class tennis
academy whilst children become masters of their own
universe at the Kids’ Club. A panoply of both land and
water-based activities are available to entertain and delight
youngsters from two to 12 years old. Themed outings give
children a chance to discover the beauty of the natural
world – from beekeeping to botany – and workshops
explore the local arts of Provence or the world of sport.
Flying time to Nice: 2 hours
Child stays free
Save up to £2330
on accommodation. Valid for travel until 30 Jun and 01
Sep – 30 Nov 14. Book by 31 Mar 14. Prices from £7060
per family based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing two
Premier Suites with breakfast (based on departure 25
May 14) including:
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The BodyHoliday – St Lucia
Long established as one of the Caribbean’s
leading spa and activity centres, familyorientated activity programmes are a
welcome addition to The BodyHoliday.
Capitalising on one of the resort’s key
assets – the beach, one of St Lucia’s finest
– their innovative ‘WellFit Families’ weeks
are designed to give every family member
aged 12 and above the chance to connect
and bond whilst they prepare for the team
Beach-Athlon at the end of the course.
Offering a unique way of spending quality
time together, the week includes a range of
activities including invigorating bike rides
and jungle abseiling to improve stamina,
YOGA flow to develop mental focus and
Hobie Cat sailing lessons to attain basic
water skills, all in addition to learning
the skills needed to become a lifeguard.
Naturally there is plenty of time to
experience snorkelling trips, cooking
classes, dance lessons and mother and
daughter spa sessions, also available
during the week. Plus with four different
restaurants, including the critically
acclaimed TAO, there are plenty of options
for some gentle indulgence too.
Flying time to St Lucia:
8 hours 35 minutes
Save up to £2510
Stay 7 nights and receive a reduction on
accommodation. Valid for travel 06 Jul –
31 Aug 14. Book by 30 Apr 14. Prices from
£7770 per family based on 2 adults and
2 children sharing two Luxury Rooms on
all-inclusive (based on departure 10 Jul 14)
including:
A further 15% reduction on a second room for
children aged 12 years and over
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Football Academy and Tennis Academy
Martinhal Beach Resort
& Hotel – The Algarve, Portugal
Porto Sani Village & Spa
Halkidiki, Greece
Designed with families in mind, this laid-back beachfront
resort excels at offering an abundance of land and
water-based sports. Budding football stars can learn
new techniques from the fully trained instructors at the
popular Martinhal Football Academy and water babies
can enroll at the surf, windsurf or swim academies.
Available during the main school holidays, it is advisable
to book these in advance as places are limited. Teenagers
can try Zumba, paddle tennis and sailing at the children’s
clubs. The resort’s Pick and Choose programme includes
a variety of experiences to share together from dolphin
watching and kite surfing to mountain biking in the
adjacent natural reserve.
Set in an ecological reserve bordered by the pine clad hills
of the Kassandra Peninsula, Sani Resort offers an
incomparable setting for children of all ages to experience
every sport imaginable from basketball to canoeing. The
most recent addition to its already extensive offering is
the Football Academy where five to 14 year olds can
practise dribbling and penalty shoot outs with
premiership trained coaches. Also on offer are kids and
teenagers’ tennis academies, baby swimming courses and
tandem bikes to allow younger cyclists to explore the
nature reserve. Water-based thrills include scuba diving,
sailing and water skiing.
Flying time to Faro: 2 hours 50 minutes
Children stay and eat free Save up to £1670
Flying time to Thessaloniki: 3 hours 15 minutes
Save up to £710
Valid for travel 06 Sep – 31 Oct 14. Stay 7 nights from
sharing a Two Bedroom Grand Deluxe Garden House
with half board (based on departure 25 Oct 14).
Valid for travel 17 Apr – 14 May 14. Book by 15 Mar 14.
and 2 children sharing a Suite Upper Floor Garden View
with half board (based on departure 18 Apr 14) including:
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Elounda Peninsula Hotel
Crete, Greece
Appearances can be deceptive; the variety of sports on
offer at this exclusive all-suite spa hotel almost belies its
tranquil surroundings overlooking the Aegean. At the
Arsenal Soccer School Camp, children aged between five
and 16 years old can learn new techniques with
Premiership coaches. At Children’s World, mini tennis
sessions are available for tots, older children can enrol for
PADI diving courses and teenagers can try wakeboarding
and water skiing from the private beach. The main pool
and kids’ pool are close to the beach, ideal for families.
End your day enjoying Cretan or Italian cuisine to Pan
Asian and French gourmet in one of the seven exceptional
restaurants in the resort.
Flying time to Heraklion: 4 hours
Children stay free Save up to £420
on accommodation. Valid for travel 25 Apr – 19 Oct 14.
on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Peninsula Collection
One Bedroom Suite with Heated Pool and breakfast
Carrier exclusive – €150 spa credit per booking per
stay / Complimentary mini club / One complimentary
morning crèche session
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Professional coaches at ‘Juventus University’
Rocco Forte’s Verdura
Golf & Spa Resort
Sicily, Italy
Boasting world-class facilities on the southern coast
of Sicily, Verdura is a sporting haven for all. Nadalwannabes can master their game at the Sunball Tennis
Academy whilst aspiring footballers can hone their skills
under the tutelage of Juventus University coaches on
the full size football pitch, the venue for Germany’s pre2010 World Cup training camp. Clinics for teenagers
are arranged at the championship golf courses and
the children’s club arranges volleyball and mini golf
tournaments. Two kilometres of private shoreline and
230 hectares of citrus groves proffer the breathtaking
setting for family bike rides and hiking before pampering
parent and child massages in the spa.
Flying time to Palermo: 3 hours
Child stays free
Save up to £1900
Valid for travel 04 May – 03 Jun 14. Book by 31 Mar 14.
1 child sharing a Deluxe Room with half board (based on
departure 25 May 14) including:
Complimentary kids’ club and teenagers’ club
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Cape Town and The Kalahari
Africa stirs the senses and soul to ensure
your family will return with indelible
memories. Beginning with the lively city
of Cape Town, young adventurers will feel
especially welcome at Cape Grace with
colourful activity packs, gingerbread man
decorating and African bedtime stories
in the library every evening. Take time to
ascend Table Mountain together, swim with
Jackass Penguins at Boulders Beach or set
sail around the peninsula by yacht. Leaving
the city, fly north to the malaria-free rolling
savannahs and endless dunes of the Kalahari
in search of unique species of antelope,
desert black rhino, colonies of habituated
meerkats and dark-maned Kalahari lion.
Geography lessons are brought to life on
bush walks as part of Tswalu’s Junior
Ranger programme, whilst the children’s
boma allows children to cook their own
bush dinner.
Save up to £1650
ZAR700 in-room dining voucher for a family
night in, four hours complimentary
babysitting and gift for children at Cape
Grace / Complimentary internal flights for
adults / 50% reduction on internal flights
for children
7 nights from £9340 per family
3 nights Cape Grace, Cape Town (B),
4 nights Tswalu, Kalahari Reserve (FI)
Upgrade to Club World from £1455 per
Valid for travel 06 Apr – 22 Dec 14. Price is
based on 2 adults and 1 child and includes
return international flights, 7 nights’
accommodation with meals as specified
(based on departure 14 Jul 14) including:
Please refer to www.carrier.co.uk/family for
the full itinerary or call our experienced sales
consultants. This itinerary is only a
suggestion – our sales team will be happy to
put together alternative, bespoke itineraries.
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Road Trip in America’s West
California Dreaming
California is the ultimate destination for a family touring
holiday with its year-round sunshine and attractive sandy
beaches. Start in the city of Los Angeles, where you can
enjoy the glamour of Beverly Hills and discover the
delights of Universal Studios and the Hollywood Walk
of Fame before heading to Rancho Sante Fe. Within easy
reach of San Diego’s attractions such as Sea World, San
Diego Zoo and Legoland, Rancho Valencia is also popular
with children for its tennis academy. Finish on the
island of Coronado; discovering the area by bike, devour
complimentary s’mores by a beach bonfire or enjoy a fun
day of surf lessons.
Children stay free
2 nights Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel,
Los Angeles, (RO) 4 nights Rancho Valencia,
Rancho Sante Fe (RO), 4 nights Hotel Del Coronado,
Coronado (RO)
Price is based on 2 adults and 2 children and includes
return international flights, 10 nights’ accommodation
with meals as specified and 10 days’ car hire (based on
departure 08 Apr 14).
Upgrade to World Traveller Plus from £650 per adult
per child one way.
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Pandas and warriors
Highlights of China
China may not immediately spring to mind as a
typical destination for a family holiday, however, this
magical land promises an unforgettable journey with
its breathtaking landscapes and fascinating culture.
Children can try their hand at everything from Tai
Chi to Chinese cooking. Begin in Beijing with a visit to
Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the famous
Great Wall where children can fly kites and take a fun
toboggan ride down to the bottom. Journey to Xian,
home to the Terracotta Warriors where there is even
chance to make your own small figures. Head to Chengdu
to visit the Panda Sanctuary, travel to the unsurpassed
beauty of Guilin and finish with the exhilarating
metropolis of Shanghai.
12 nights from £19,380 per family
3 nights The Peninsula Beijing (B,L), 2 nights Shangri-La
Hotel Xian (B,L), 2 nights Shangri-La Hotel Chengdu
(B), 2 nights Shangri-La Guilin (B,L), 3 nights The
Peninsula Shanghai (B)
Valid for travel 01 Apr – 31 Aug 14. Price is based on 2
adults and 2 children and includes return international
and internal flights, 12 nights’ accommodation with meals
as specified, sightseeing with some admissions and an
English speaking guide and private transfers with meet
and greet services (based on departure 14 Aug 14).
Panda activities and interactions are subject to availability
and incur an additional charge, payable locally.
Upgrade to World Traveller Plus from £320 per adult
per child one way.
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Beach and The Big Five
South Africa’s Garden
Route and Safari
Capitals, mountains and waterfalls
A family adventure that features beautiful beaches and a
panoply of activities to suit everyone, before finishing with
a thrilling Big Five game experience. Enjoy the Garden
Route at your own pace; take a trip to Birds of Eden,
Monkeyland and the Elephant Sanctuary in Tsitsikamma
Forest. Then head off for Kids on Safari jungle drives
and family game drives in search of the Big Five at the
malaria-free Shamwari Game Reserve. Children will
particularly enjoy visiting the animal conservation projects
– the Rhino Awareness Centre, Wildlife Rehabilitation
Centre and the Born Free Foundation’s Sanctuary for
African Cats.
Save up to £755
Eastern Canada
For a diverse family holiday, Canada packs quite a punch.
The cosmopolitan city of Toronto offers a range of
attractions including Ripley’s Aquarium and dinosaurs
at the Royal Ontario Museum. Clearly a ‘must-do’,
children will love getting their waterproofs on and getting
a soaking on the Maid of the Mist under Niagara Falls or
enjoy spectacular vistas from above with a helicopter trip.
For lofty views of a different kind, experience the thrill of
zip-line rides as you explore Ontario’s Blue Mountains.
Between the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Huron’s
Georgian Bay, The Westin Trillium is the perfect base
from which to explore the UNESCO Bioreserve with
mountain biking, hiking and Segway tours.
Children stay free
4 nights Kurland Hotel, Plettenberg Bay (B), 4 nights
Shamwari Game Reserve, Eastern Cape (FB)
Valid for travel 01 – 31 May and 01 – 31 Jul 14. Price
is based on 2 adults and 1 child and includes return
international flights, 8 nights’ accommodation with meals
as specified, 4 days’ car hire and transfers (based on
departure 14 Jul 14) including:
2 nights The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto (RO), 5 nights Westin
Trillium House, Blue Mountains (RO)
Complimentary night in each property
Valid for travel until 30 Apr 15. Price is based on 2 adults
and 2 children and includes return international flights,
7 nights’ accommodation with meals as specified and
7 days’ car hire (based on departure 18 Aug 14).
per child one way.
Meal basis: Room Only (RO) Breakfast (B) Lunch (L) Fully Inclusive (FI) Full Board (FB)
Please refer to www.carrier.co.uk/family for the full itineraries or call our experienced sales consultants. These itineraries are only
a suggestion – our sales team will be happy to put together alternative, bespoke itineraries.
66 / British Airways
Flying with British Airways
1 Premium class travel – Travelling
in a premium class with British Airways
assures a relaxing, pleasurable experience
for families from beginning to end with
dedicated check-in areas, luxurious lounges
and the highest standards of comfort and
service on board.
2 Online check-in – For added
convenience, passengers may commence
their journey from home using online
check-in, choosing their seat and printing
their own boarding pass. Check-in kiosks at
selected airports offer a self-service option
to minimise waiting times.
3 Kidszones – To keep younger travellers
entertained at the airport and in the air,
British Airways offer Kidszones in the
lounges at Heathrow Terminal 5 which
feature bright furniture, talking mirrors,
sensory blocks and aviation-inspired toys.
In partnership with Microsoft, British
Airways provide children with access to the
latest in games technology with the Xbox
in the Kidszones and Xbox Kinect in the
Skyflyer Solo lounges.
4 Inflight entertainment – Children can
start enjoying their favourite films and TV
programmes as soon as they board until
they land, giving parents time to relax and
enjoy the flight. Little ones will particularly
enjoy compiling a customised list of CD
tracks from the wide selection onboard
or listening to audio books ranging in topic
from fiction to educational titles.
5 Share Avios with your children
Your children can collect Avios too. The
British Airways Executive Club Household
Account lets you and your children pool
your Avios, giving you more to spend on
rewards when you want them.
Key benefits at a glance
FIRST
* A choice of check-in options including a dedicated area at selected airports
* Dedicated Galleries First Lounges at London Heathrow and London Gatwick
* Complimentary treatments at the Elemis Travel Spa at London Heathrow
* Spacious personal suite
* Enhanced seats which convert into a 6’ 6” horizontal bed
CLUB WORLD
* A choice of check-in options
* Access to the Galleries Lounge
* Complimentary treatments at the Elemis Travel Spa at London Heathrow
* Armchair-style seat and footstool which convert into a 6’ fully-flat bed
* Privacy between seats at the touch
of a button
WORLD TRAVELLER PLUS
* A separate, quieter, premium economy cabin
* Larger seats and 7” more legroom than World Traveller
* Meals designed by leading chefs with complimentary bar service throughout
Terms and conditions
All offers are subject to availability. Terms, conditions and date restrictions apply. Prices may vary throughout the duration
of a special offer. The prices published in this brochure are the lowest available over school holiday dates. All prices are
based on two paying adults with either one or two children, as detailed, and include return economy flights from London and
transfers unless otherwise stated. Please call for details and a personal quotation.
Africa 0161 826 2580
Caribbean & Mexico 0161 826 2581
Indian Subcontinent, Far East & Australasia 0161 826 2582
USA, Canada & Mexico 0161 826 2583
Europe & North Africa 0161 826 2584
Indian Ocean & Arabia 0161 826 2585
Luxury Ski & Snow 0161 826 2586
www.carrier.co.uk/family

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