The Caribbean and Maldives are both excellent destinations for family holidays, both home to plenty of hotels and resorts which welcome children and boast excellent facilities and suitable accommodation options. Below are just a few possible destinations for a family holiday, featuring options in Barbados, St Lucia, Jamaica, Grenada, Antigua and the Maldives.
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Mount Cinnamon, Grenada
Mount Cinnamon is a stylish and relaxed hillside resort offering laid back luxury overlooking Grand Anse Beach. The accommodation is perfect for families, with all suites and villas featuring living rooms with a sofa bed, full kitchens and large terraces. There is a daily housekeeping service and the fridge is stocked with essentials prior to arrival, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the freedom to dine in their villa if desired. Up to two children under the age of 12 years old stay free of charge on a bed & breakfast basis when sharing with their parents.
While small in size, Mount Cinnamon provides all the amenities and services of a larger resort including two restaurants and a spa. A whole host of complimentary activities are available including tennis, volleyball and non-motorised water sports at the Beach Club. The Montessori Kids Camp is a chargeable facilities which organises a programme of activities during the school holidays for children up to the age of 12 years old. Grenada is a fantastic holiday destination for families, with possible excursions including boat trips, river tubing, rainforest walks and visits to cocoa plantations.
Offer: Stay 7 nights for the price of 5 between 1 May – 20 December 2017 OR book by 28 February 2017 to save up to 35% for stays until 20 December 2017.
7 nights from £4010 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and bed & breakfast. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a One Bedroom Hacienda Suite in August 2017.
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Sugar Bay, Barbados
Sugar Bay is a four-star, all-inclusive resort on the south coast of Barbados with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The hotel caters well for families and groups with chic and contemporary accommodation sleeping up to 6 people. One child up to the age of 16 years old and all infants stay free of charge.
Sugar Bay is set beside a stretch of white, sandy beach just outside Bridgetown, allowing guests to swim in the safe and calm waters of the Caribbean Sea. The all-inclusive package includes dining in four restaurants as well as complimentary access to the crèche, kids’ club and teen’s games room. Complimentary activities include beach volleyball and a host of non-motorised water sports, while other attractions in the area include scuba diving and swimming with turtles.
Offer: Book by 30 January 2017 to save 35% for stays in certain room types between 16 April – 31 October 2017.
7 nights from £4790 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and bed & breakfast. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a Family Suite in August 2017.
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Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, St Lucia
Set between the spectacular Piton mountains on a white sand beach, Sugar Beach offers exclusive, luxurious accommodation for discerning families. Accommodation is decorated in an elegant yet contemporary style, with even the most basic room types boasting a private walled garden, outdoor plunge pool and personalised butler service.
Activities available include treatments at the Rainforest Spa, water sports, tennis, whale watching and snorkelling trips, rainforest excursions and visits to Soufriere. Children and teenagers are well looked after at two separate kids’ clubs – Sugar Club organises complimentary activities including treasure hunts, dance classes and arts and crafts for children aged 4 to 12 years old, while older children can take part in the water sports and land based games organised by Spice Club. There is also a complimentary sailing club for youngsters aged 10 to 17 years old where teens learn about boats and gain on-the-water experience.
St Lucia is an excellent destination for families thanks to the abundance of activities of all ages. Those in search of an adrenaline filled holiday can hike in the mountains, zipline through the rainforest, walk the Tet Paul nature trail or hire a jeep to explore.
Offer: Book by 28 February 2017 to save 10% for stays from now until 31 October 2017. Plus, book by 28 February 2017 to save up to 25% for room only stays until 18 December 2017 OR to stay 5 nights for the price of 4 between 1 May – 18 December 2017.
7 nights from £5950 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and room only. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a Superior Luxury Cottage in August 2017.
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Sea Breeze, Barbados
Sea Breeze is an all-inclusive resort set within tropical gardens beside a long, sandy beach on the south coast of Barbados. The four-star property caters well for families, with even the standard rooms accommodating two adults and two children. Rooms are decorated in a classic style, all with balconies with views over the resort, garden, pool or ocean.
The resort has access to two beaches which are safe for swimming, one of which offers non-motorised water sports including sailing, windsurfing and snorkelling. There are also two swimming pools at the resort (one of which is adults only), a gym, a kids’ club and an activity centre where volleyball, basketball, pool and table tennis are available free of charge.
There are three restaurants which offer a combination of a la carte and buffet dining, including Azul Restaurant which guests can dine at twice per week.
Offer: Book by 28 February 2017 to save up to 30% for stays between 6 January – 30 April and 1 November – 19 December 2017, plus one child aged 3 to 16 years old stay free of charge when sharing with two paying adults.
7 nights from £6420 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and all-inclusive. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a Standard Room in April 2017.
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Round Hill Hotel & Villas, Jamaica
Round Hill Hotel & Villas is an elegant hotel within 110 acres of pretty gardens, renowned for its warm service and hospitality. Guests can relax in luxurious surroundings which include spacious villas, ocean view rooms designed by Ralph Lauren and an indulgent beachfront spa offering a range of treatments. The resort has a well-deserved reputation for fine dining, combining typical Jamaican flavours with contemporary influences.
There is plenty to occupy families, from taking part in complimentary water sports on the secluded beach to exploring the 110 acre estate. The Pineapple Kids Club organises activities for children aged 3 to 6 years old, while the 7-Up Club is for older children. Complimentary activities include board games, arts and crafts and dancing, with facilities including a games room and a reading room.
Those wanting to get out and explore Jamaica can visit nearby Montego Bay, go river rafting or tubing, zipline through the rainforest or swim with dolphins.
Offer: Stay 7 nights for the price of 5 between 17 April – 17 December 2017 plus book by 31 March 2017 to save an additional 10% off. Blackout dates apply.
7 nights from £7775 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and bed & breakfast. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing two Ocean View Rooms in August 2017.
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The Verandah Resort & Spa, Antigua
The Verandah is a beachfront resort on the northeast coast of Antigua which provides a range of facilities, activities and dining options within its fantastic all-inclusive package.
Flexible accommodation and interconnecting rooms make it ideal for families, with all suites and villas sleeping up to four people. Guests of all ages can spend their days by one of the swimming pools, trying their hand at water sports or playing miniature golf, volleyball or tennis. There is also an excellent children’s clubs where activities include beach games, treasure hunts and rock climbing.
Outside the resort, excursions include visiting the neighbouring Devil’s Bridge National Park, zip lining in the rainforest, travelling to the nearby island of Montserrat and swimming with stingrays at Stingray City.
Offer: Book by 31 March to save up to 35% on the adult rates for stays until 2 January 2019. Plus, book by 31 March for one child to stay free of charge when sharing with a Waterfront Suite with two adults until 30 April 2018 or book by 15 February for two children to stay free of charge when sharing a Waterview Suite and higher room category between 23 April – 20 December 2017.
7 nights from £3950 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and all-inclusive. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a Water View Suite in August 2017.
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Reethi Beach Resort, Maldives
A casual yet elegant resort offering friendly service, excellent cuisine and a relaxing atmosphere. There is a wonderful house reef under 100 metres from the island which provides the perfect opportunity for underwater exploring, and an excellent water sports centre.
Offer: Stay 7 nights for the price of 6 and book by 28 February to save an additional 15% for stays between 1 May – 31 October 2017. Plus, receive reduced rates for seaplane transfers.
7 nights from £4940 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and bed & breakfast. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a Deluxe Villa in August 2017.
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Bandos Island Resort & Spa, Maldives
A luxurious resort in a convenient location just 15 minutes by boat from the international airport. Bandos promises high standards of comfort and convenience, offering a wide range of water sports, a kids’ club and spa – an ideal choice for families and couples alike.
Offer: Book by 31 March to save 10% plus stay 7 nights for the price of 6 between 1 May – 31 October 2017.
7 nights from £4940 for a family of 4 including flights, transfers and bed & breakfast. Based on 2 adults and 2 children under the age of 12 sharing a Deluxe Room in August 2017.
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Sample prices are based on two sharing and include current special offers (as of 17 January 2017) – these are a guide only, contact us for a tailor made quotation. Conditions apply for all special offers including blackout dates, book by dates and minimum stays.
Call us on 01752 880880 or email [email protected] to discuss your next holiday to the Caribbean or the Maldives– all our holidays are tailor-made so we can put together a suggestion including the best flights and hotels for you.
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