With 2024 around the corner, it’s time to get the family together and start planning the ultimate holiday that everyone can enjoy. Multigenerational holidays are the ideal way to ensure nobody gets left behind. Grandchildren, parents, and grandparents are all invited to explore the best family holidays for 2024.
From the luxurious azure waters of Greece to the
kid-friendly resorts of Spain and Portugal, there is truly something for
everyone to enjoy.
Greece holidays are all about
history, sandy beaches, and fun in the sun for the whole family. Whether you
want to relax at the seaside with days of building sandcastles and wallowing in
the crystal blue waters or an all-out family adventure with hikes and water
sports, Greece is the place to be for your next family holiday.
Crete offers luxury on
another level, combined with the very best of authentic Greek charm. Get ready
for some of the best family holidays of 2024, packed full of fun, excitement,
and some of the best snorkelling in the world.
Set on a magnificent hillside with sensational sea
views, the
Domes of Elounda,
Autograph Collection,
is the perfect spot for your family holiday in Greece. This five-star luxury
hotel in Crete is home to fantastic facilities and services for the whole
family. Little ones are well taken care of with the two kids’ clubs, one for
4-12-year-olds and the other for teens. For particularly small guests, Domes
Créche is on the job, allowing parents to relax poolside or enjoy a tranquil
spa treatment. The four onsite pools and private beach invite everyone to dive
in and enjoy the beautiful Crete sun. There are sunbeds and umbrellas, and the
shore is shallow and calm, ideal for little ones getting used to the ocean.
Adventure lovers are also in for a treat with the range of water sports on
offer.
Holidays in Spain have been a UK
family holiday destination favourite for many years, and it’s easy to see why.
Flight times are short, between two to five hours from London, much appreciated
for little travellers. Spain is home to nearly year-round sunshine thanks to its
proximity to the northwest coast of Africa, so get ready for days of sunshine
fun.
The islands of Spain are where you want to be for a
tropical paradise, including warm waters, tons of water sports, golden beaches,
and some of the best resorts in the world. Families can savour the best of
Spain’s largest islands Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and Lanzarote, where beach days
and swimming extravaganzas await.
To make the most of your family holiday, mainland
Spain offers the best of both worlds, with luxury beach resorts and glamorous
villages.
Costa del Sol has everything you
could ever want from a luxury family holiday in Spain.
Anantara Villa
Padierna Palace Benahavis Marbella Resort is a 5-star contemporary palace
in Andalusia, Costa del Sol. It offers an all-out family extravaganza with a
beautiful onsite swimming pool, sensational kids’ club, and 24-hour
babysitting. This gives parents the chance to enjoy the incredible spa, one of
the largest and most luxurious in Europe, including 2,000 sqm of Roman baths.
The hotel is also located on the edge of three world-class golf courses, so
keep the golf gloves on hand.
Portugal holidays are another family
favourite, with short flight times from London, only around 2.5 hours. It’s a
fantastic choice for family holidays. The gorgeous Blue Flag beaches with long
stretches of golden sand are an absolute gem for families with little ones who
are just getting their toes wet.
The
Algarve is an ideal option
for your family holiday, with a range of fun and exciting activities on your
doorstep. Whether you enjoy hiking and biking up the countryside, exploring the
history of old fishing villages, or simply savouring the sunshine on the sands,
the Algarve has you covered.
Anantara Vilamoura
Algarve Resort is situated on the edge of the pristine Victoria
Golf Course with the lush rolling hills of the Algarve as a backdrop. The
5-star contemporary resort offers family fun around every corner, including a
kids’ section with its very own swimming pool. This gives everyone the space
needed to go wild during the day. The adult-only swimming pool and spa are
where parents can rest and rejuvenate in style, while kids are well looked
after at the onsite kids’ clubs.
Holidays in the
Maldives
present the very best of tropical splendour. Think glistening calm blue waters
alongside white sand beaches that carry on for miles. The private islands of
the Maldives are all about luxurious resorts, with family fun that everyone can
enjoy. From relaxing under palm trees with a book and spa retreats to exciting
water activities, and awesome kids’ clubs, family members young and old are
well taken care of.
LUX South Ari
Atoll
offers the ultimate all-inclusive holiday for families. Situated on the private
island of Dhidhoofinolhu, this resort is all about family-friendly fun in the
sun. The five-star PADI-certified dive centre awaits, with a chance to meet
some of the fascinating marine life around the island. Children are well looked
after at the onsite kids’ club, giving the adults a chance to indulge in the
luxury spa treatments and cocktails served poolside. When it comes time for
family festivities, the white sand beach lined with palms is the ultimate spot
for sandcastles, swimming, and water spots.
Beach lovers, it doesn’t get much better than a
holiday in
Mauritius.
Famous for its laid-back island style, with luxury resorts dotted throughout,
families are in for a world of adventure and fun. From the calm blue waters’
ideal for snorkelling to the tropical jungle inviting you to explore the
island’s natural splendour, Mauritius has it all.
The
Heritage Awali
Golf and Spa Resort is one of the best all-inclusive resorts in
Mauritius. Located in Domaine de Bel Ombre on the foothills of Plaine Champagne
Mountain, the resort offers luxurious family holidays. Surrounded by 2,500
hectares of unspoilt nature, this is an adventure lovers’ dream destination.
The three lagoon-style pools are where you want to be for relaxing in the sun,
before heading to the hotel’s white sand beach with a range of water sports.
For little guests, there are three options for kids’ clubs based on age, meaning
everyone has something to look forward to throughout the day. Parents are also
in for a treat with the onsite 18-hole golf course and a sensational spa with
luxurious treatments. Paradise awaits at the Heritage Awali Golf and Spa
Resort.

Are you ready to explore the best family holiday
destinations for 2024? At Sovereign Luxury Travel we have over 50 years’
experience in tailormade luxury holidays. We take care of all the finer
details, so you don’t have to. Our Personal Travel Planners are on hand every
step of the way to ensure your luxury holiday is memorable and enjoyable.
Visit
sovereign.com to start planning
your next luxury escape today!
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