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Creche childcare for the under 3's can be very hard to find indeed, but is also highly sought after by many of our visitors. Almost all of the hotels we recommend worldwide can provide nannies to look after children who are too young for the kids club, if the hotel has one. This is very common in the Indian Ocean and the Caribbean, where it works extremely well. However, many of you prefer an organised creche, and below please find our guide to the best sources of childcare for ages 6mths-3 yrs. For advice, suggestions etc just contact us with your requirements here.

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		Babygoes2 recommends properties which are suitable for babies or toddlers for a variety of reasons (go to first stop). None of these properties however is 100% child-safe. All of the property descriptions are the opinion of BabyGoes2 and not the individual property owner or tour operator. Prices, while as accurate as possible, are for guidance only. Check late deals and members offers for any price reductions or offers.

Europe

France

Four Seasons, Provence

Stay:		Four Seasons, Provence
Location:		Fayence, Provence
Accommodation:		114 guest suites of natural wood and carved stone all offer separate living rooms and bedrooms as well as private terraces.. Villa Provence and Villa Esterel are two-bedroom villas and Villa Terre Blanche, a three-bedroom villa caters for larger groups and families.
Facilities:		Two golf courses including a championship course, a professional David Leadbetter golf academy and driving range. Outdoor swimming pool, children’s pool. Spa Villa and Fitness Villa. Complimentary Kids for All Seasons program. Tennis courts, watersports on Lake St. Cassien, mountain biking, horseback riding, Gliding centre. Four restaurants offering contemporary Provencal cuisine, one of which The Faventia, has a Michelin star - New for 2007 is the SPA at Four Seasons.
Children:		KID'S CLUB 2-12 yrs (free of charge) advanced registration recommended Open daily 09.30-12.00 hrs, 13.00-16.30 hrs through summer and Christmas holidays, activities include Board games Craft-making projects Legend and storytelling Videos Video games Treasure hunts Books toys Children can attend for whole or part of the day, children can order their own lunch (charged to room) and eat it together with a counsellor. MEALS Children's menus available in restaurant and in-room BABYSITTING Babysitting €25 per hour (minimum 4 hours) BABY FACILITIES Baby equipment available on request
Pool:		Yes
Price guide:		SUPERIOR FOUR SEASONS SUITE From £720 - DELUXE ONE BEDROOM VILLA from £1040 - per person and based on two people sharing a suite or villa for 3 nights, including buffet breakfast, flights and car hire

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Evian Royal Palace, Evian

Travel with:		Kids in the Med
Stay:		Evian Royal Palace, Evian
Location:		Overlooking Lake Geneva
Accommodation:		Elegant, luxurious rooms and suites, many interconnecting, will accommodate families in comfort whilst 11 restaurants offer a wide choice of dining from simple poolside barbecues to gourmet cuisine. The Evian Royal Kid’s Resort features a swimming pool, dance studio and stage, so children will be fully occupied with age appropriate activities or excursions.
Facilities:		Adults can enjoy a range of activities including golf, tennis, archery and climbing or simply relax in the superb spa.
Children:		KID'S CLUB 3 months-11yrs (free of charge). Open daily from 08.30-18.00hrs Children free to select activities including: Treasure hunt – Cake and Pastry Workshop – Mini-Olympics – Circus Acts – Giant Draughts Board – Swimming Pool - Disguises – Shows – Making puppets and wooden toys – Making mobiles –Clay models TEEN'S CLUB 12-18yrs (free of charge). Painting - Sculpture – Glass engraving - Climbing wall – Pony – Ski – Tennis – Football – Archery – Sledging – Dance – Adventure maze – Grass hockey – Rollerblades – Swimming pool – Tracking animals KID'S POOL: Yes PLAYGROUND: Yes BABYSITTING From €9.50 per hour (up to 2 children) BABY FACILITIES ON REQUEST Highchairs, sterilisers, baby baths and changing mats
Pool:		Yes
Price guide:		Guide price from £4257 low season to £7121 high season. Based on 7 nights, 2 adults and 2 children sharing two connecting residence rooms including breakfast, transfers and return flights from London.

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Country Kids

Stay:		Country Kids/Country Tots, South of France. www.country-kids.fr info@country-kids.fr The luxury outdoor countryside holiday that you have always imagined your family having. The kind of holiday you may remember having as a child. Children will experience a new sense of freedom. Swimming and picnicking by a lake, fishing, feeding animals, cycling along quiet county lanes, kayaking and mountain climbing, or just looking at the stars at night and listening to the silence - it's all here. The family package includes pre-arranged exciting off site activities, unlimited crèche, two fully catered evening meals at the resort, supervised activities for older kids, 2 nights babysitting, arrival shopping pack, use of all baby equipment and a daily cleaner as well as the option of catering and visiting beautician provide a unique outdoor family holiday. Non-stop fun for kids and stress-free relaxation for parents.
Location:		Near Montpellier, Country Kids and Country Tots are situated at Le Mas Pandit, a beautiful domaine in the South of France. It is about 30-40 minutes from the sea in the stunning Mediterranean wine region of the Herault, near to the airports of Beziers, Nimes and Montpellier. It is situated 5 minutes from Le Lac de Salagou which is an enormous lake with 2 water sports centres set in a breathtaking landscape. Many quaint villages nearby with great markets and easy to reach fun day trips.
Accommodation:		5 luxury apartments in the Old Dairy building (each with their own separate entrance and outdoor terrace) in a huge beautifully restored stone building dating back to the 1700’s. Plus a separate two bedroomed house, also in a renovated stone building, The Chestnut House. In the Old Dairy, the accommodation is arranged over three floors. On the ground floor there are two 3 bedroomed apartments (which can be interconnecting), on the second floor there are again two 3 bedroomed apartments, each accessed by their own short flight of stairs. On the second floor is the two bedroomed apartment. This is accessed by two short flights of stairs and at the top there is a beautiful view! All the staircases have gates at the top and the bottom and all the terraces are fully enclosed. The Chestnut House is arranged over two floors with the lounge and one bedroom downstairs and the second bedroom upstairs. Shared use of pool, river to swim in, and outdoor seating areas and summer kitchen/barbeque facilities. Sheets, bath towels, beach equipment and swimming towels provided.
Facilities:		This is a kids paradise! A fantastic heated pool (with safety regulation fencing), a tennis court, a petting farm, a great climbing frame and a sandpit. Loads of trikes, water play, a ball pond and soft play equipment for toddler guests. For bigger kids and adults there are bikes, ping pong, table football, a pool table and organised activities on site. DVD library and indoor games and toys for kids, cleaning service, hosts help to plan daytrips and advise on what's going on in area if desired.
Childcare:		Unlimited use of the fully accredited and regulated (English speaking) crèche, plus supervised activities for older children. Activities include camping, canoeing and kayaking, cycling and mountain biking, golf, horse riding, wind surfing and sailing, tree top climbing adventure, lake and river swimming, mountain climbing, fishing, hiking, cycling, working on the farm, archery and tennis, farm animals to have fun with including chickens, horses, donkeys, sheep and cows.
Car:		Essential
Travel time:		Approximately 1 hour to the airports of Beziers, Nimes and Montpellier.
Price guide:		From 2,450 Euro in UK school holidays for the family package for a family of 4 for 1 week, including all of the above

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Italy

Borgo Egnazia Puglia Italy

Stay:		Borgo Egnazia Puglia Italy.
Location:		Set just a few hundred metres from the sea in a perfect central location in unspoilt Puglia, this brand new luxury resort is perfect for families. Bordering the ancient ruins of Egnazia to the north, and the fishermen’s village of Savelletri to the south, Borgo Egnazia offers a central location from which to explore the surrounding region such as the labyrinth-like caves of Castellana, the intricate baroque architecture of Lecce, and the intriguing trulli in towns such as Ostuni, Cisternino Alberobello. The whole region is a very happy combination of fascinating towns, olive groves, sandy beaches and bright turquoise sea.
Accommodation:		The resort is an oasis of style and calm – rooms and suites(63) are decorated entirely in shades of white, and locally quarried limestone walls harmonise with the decor’s cream and taupe hues, creating a stunning contrast to the sapphire sea and sky. Fittings are top notch:from sumptuous bedding to serene spa-style bathrooms. There is a village area too, where one- and two-bedroom suites offer an elevated level of exclusivity, complete with private Arab gardens, balconies and rooftop terraces. There are also 28 three-bedroom private villas – with the same calm, stylish décor and high quality fixtures. The villas have private gardens, rooftop terraces overlooking the sea, and each villa features its own private pool and wraparound terrace. Villas can also be interconnected to accommodate families and large groups with up to 12 bedrooms.
Facilities:		2 restaurants plus beach bar/restaurant, 18-hole San Domenico Golf,One indoor and three outdoor swimming pools, Tennis courts – On site cooking school – Egnathia Spa,Beach Club, with an array of water sports, Game room with billiards and board games, Kids club and facilities from 8 mths –13 yrs, fully stocked onsite library, nearby sailing, wind and kite surfing, horseback riding, soccer and kart racing.
For Children:		creche and kids club from 8 mths – 13 yrs: diverse range of activities, including baking, face painting, swimming, scavenger hunts, cultural exploration, obstacle courses, pottery and more;Sleep room and soft play area for toddlers;Teenager zone, featuring Wii andPlaystations ;Designated creative and role play areas;Chef’s garden. Plenty of family activities on offer such as cycle/horse rides.
Travel time:		Around a 3 hr flight to Brindisi from the UK (BA or Ryan Air), then around a 45 minute transfer
Price guide:		One week in late May/early June, from around £4k for a family of 4 in a one bed suite, flights extra. Interconnecting rooms from around £6000 plus flights

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Hermitage Resort

Stay:		Hermitage Resort. Relatively unspoilt Italian Island. Clear sea, pine forests, olive groves. Hilltop towns, fishing ports
Accommodation:		Double rooms, interconnecting rooms, junior suites and apartments, depending on the size of your party and the amount of space you prefer. Air conditioning, minibars.
Facilities:		9 tennis courts (8 clay and 1 synthetic grass) Massage 9 hole golf course and driving range Beauty salon 3 salt water swimming pools, including a small children’s pool 2 bars, 3 restaurants Special children’s restaurant Water sports and scuba diving Excursions arranged
Childcare:		Crèche (4mths to 4 years) Mon Friday 9.30-16.30. You book your place before departure and use as much or as little as you like. Open outside and during school holidays from end May to end of September. Costs £25 during school holidays, free other times. Babysitting can be arranged locally. In addition, childcare from 4 months - 14 yrs during the summer months with Powder Byrne.
Beach:		Right on beautiful private beach.
Travel:		By scheduled flight to Elba via Zurich ordirect to Pisa with minibus and ferry transfer.
Price guide:		£999-£1450 half board per week,weekends from £735. Early booking reductions. Impt: flight and half board charges apply to infants.

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Sardinia

Le Meridien Chia Laguna

Stay:		Le Meridien Chia Laguna, Sardinia
Location:		The 4 star Meridien Chia Laguna is situated close to the most amazing stretches of Sardinian beaches, sand dunes and beautiful lagoons. The resort is located in a valley surrounded by enchanting mountains and beautiful beaches. Various historic sights such as The Tower of Chia and the ruins of the Phoenician city, Bithia, are located nearby.
Accommodation:		Le Meridien Chia Laguna is composed of two different hotels; a cluster of 300 cottage rooms (perfect for families) and 76 hotel rooms. Bedrooms are decorated in a charming combination of modern and rustic furnishings and have a balcony or patio and all have air conditioning, shower, WC, satellite TV and minibar.
Facilities:		Three swimming pools surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas, 4 tennis courts, 4 restaurants (one à la carte and a beach restaurant open June – September), 4 bars, boutique, craft shop, health and beauty centre, mini golf plus 18 hole golf course nearby. A complimentary minibus service is provided to the long stretch of fine sandy beach, just 700 metres from the hotel.
Childcare:		Creche from 6 mths – 2 yrs, cost approx 15 euros per hour per child, Miniclub 3 – 11 year olds. Open 09.00 – 13.30 and 15.00 – 18.00. Babysitting EUR15 per hour
Travel time:		2.5 hours flight from UK, then 45 minute transfer from Cagliari airport
Price guide:		From £820 - £1250 (depending on season) pp BB based on 2 people sharing, incl transfers.

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Valle Dell'Erica Resort

Stay:		Valle Dell'Erica Resort****
Location:		Valle Dell'Erica is set in a stunning location framed by crystal clear water and 18 beautiful secluded sandy coves, all in walking distance from the rooms of the resort. The hotel offers offers a rare combination of untouched nature and luxurious comfort.Valle Dell'Erica is located in the North of the island of Sardinia, overlooking the environmentally protected Maritime National Park of La Maddalena and the charming deserted island of Spargi. It is situated 4 km from the picturesque Porto Pozzo Village and 12Km from the characteristic small town of Santa Teresa Di Gallura.
Accommodation:		140 rooms and suites built in 2005, including double rooms, superior double rooms, Junior Suites Erica (sleep 3), Junior Suites Mirtilla (sleep 4), President Suite with large terraces & Jacuzzi (sleep 4), Benessere. There are also Junior Suites, which are directly connected to double bedrooms, ideal acommodation for a large family. All rooms are walking distance from the sea (100-200m), are on the ground floor & have independent entrance. They are furnished in elegant & comfortable Sardinian style. They all have covered terraces/balconies with lounges, bathrooms, air conditioning, phone, satellite TV & fridge bar.
Facilities:		The resort is ideal for families, because it offers extensive and safe green spaces, where the children can play, secluded & safe sandy coves and a large & fully equipped Mini Club (from 3 yrs)with professional animators and babysitters. Beautiful large seawater swimming pool overlooking the sea, sun beds, umbrellas and bar service. 2 swimming pool for kids. 2 restaurants. 2 bars Tennis, football, canoe & yoga. Complementary charge: Entrance and treatments at the Thalasso Spa Centre, Golf, Excursions, Rent of bikes, cars, boat for fishing & Excursions.
Childcare:		Creche for 12 mths – 3 yrs, approx 16 euros per hour per child also Mini and Junior Club: For children from 3-12 yrs of age, 6 days a week, from 9.30 - 18.30. Large protected and well equipped play area for children. Dedicated restaurant for children. Mother & toddler room fully equipped to heat and prepare food for babies. After dinner entertainment for children to give the parents a pleasant and relaxing end to the day. Young Club: For children between 13 - 17 years of age with canoe, tennis & soccer lessons, championships and excursions to the countryside.
Travel time:		Flights with Ryan Air from Stanstead to Alghero and with EasyJet from Gatwick to Olbia. Flight time just under 2 hours. 1.15h transfer, can be arranged for you.
Price guide:		From £800 - £1500 half board per week per adult in a suite (sleeps 4) depending on season. From £600 - £1200 half board per week per adult in a double room (based on 2 adult sharing) depending on season. Children from 2 - 11 year inclusive 60% discount. Children from 12 yrs 40% discount
We think:		If you are looking for a luxury hotel in a breathtaking and unspoilt setting, with beautiful, secluded and safe sandy coves, quality food & excellent childcare then Valle Dell'Erica is the place to be.

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Forte Village Resort

Stay:		Forte Village Resort
Location:		Self-contained resort, set in 63 acres of pine forest with a private beach on the south coast of Sardinia, surrounded by tropical plants and flowers.
Accommodation:		759 rooms spread over 7 hotels (4* to 5* deluxe) including bungalows, deluxe rooftop rooms, junior suites, presidential and royal suite. Bungalows are ideal for family use (4*).
Facilities:		Unrivalled range of facilities including restaurants, watersports, pools, horseriding, football, bowling, spa, fitness centre.
For children:		Nursery from 6 mths – 2 yrs, local charge. Complimentary childrens club open to 2 to 12-year-olds open from May to September; babysitting available
Travel time:		2.5 hr flight from UK; 45-drive from Cagliari
Price guide:		From £2330pp for 7 nights half board in May in deluxe bungalow; children from £1175

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Greece

The Retreat, Sivota

Travel with:		Neilson
Stay:		The Retreat, Sivota green
Location:		Mainland Greece, in an area of natural beauty with tiny coves, green hills and deserted beaches, around 10 minutes walk from the bustling harbour of Sivota. Its various buildings are linked by numerous steps and paths leading dramatically down to the shores of the Ionian Sea. The Retreat is situated on a coastal hillside, opposite the tiny uninhabited island of Mourtemeno with spectacular views over the Ionian Sea. One of the unique features of the hotel is the shallow sand spit which connects The Retreat to the beautiful beaches on the island.
Accommodation:		119 rooms, housed either in the main hotel or in one of the bungalow-style buildings set amongst the gardens. They are all of a high standard with stylish décor, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, safety deposit box and en-suite facilities (shower only, baby baths available). All rooms have a balcony or small terrace with table and chairs, the majority with sea view. There is a choice of twin, double and triple rooms and a selection of interconnecting rooms for families which are all located within the main hotel, enabling easy access to all public areas. All rooms are large enough to take a cot.
Facilities:		Outdoor pool with terrace and separate children’s pool. RYA learning centre with windsurfing and dinghy sailing, yachting, waterskiing and wakeboarding, kayaking, scuba, tennis, mountain biking, fitness classes, indoor pool and beauty treatments.
For children:		A range of excellent children’s clubs from 4mnths – teens. Starfish club: 4to 23 mnths, ratio one nanny to two children. NNEB/CACHE or equivalent qualified, one week £230. Sea Urchins: 2-4 yrs, ratio one leader to four children, beach adventures by kayak to treasure hunts, FREE. Surfbusters: 5-7 yrs, ratio one leader to eight children, watersports, cookery and beach games, FREE Sharksters: 8-12yrs watersports, beach games and educational trips FREE. TAG 13-15yrs, socialising, activities and watersports, FREE available in summer hols includes evening chill out zone. Children are catered for on the same ‘Club Board’ basis as the adults with the exception of high tea which is included every night at 5pm for all children under 13 years. This is a simple but wholesome, child friendly meal and is supervised within the children’s clubs. At all other meal times chefs ensure that there is plenty on offer to appeal to younger tastes.
Travel time:		Direct 3 hr flight to Preveza, 1 hr 15 mins transfer
Price guide:		Adults From £789 in June, £1185 in peak August, £525 in October. Children from £639 in June, £955 in peak August, £425 in October.

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San Agostino Beach Resort

Stay:		San Agostino Beach Resort, Greece - Large Sandy Beach with superb sailing conditions .
Location:		Located on a stunning sandy beach in a blissfully unspoilt part of Greece and close to the town of Kalamata, in the Pelepponese, San Agostino is one of Mark Warner’s top sailing resorts Included in the price: Flights, transfers, accommodation, breakfast, dinner, childcare for the over twos (4mth to 2yrs is chargeable), tennis, sailing and windsurfing tuition .
Accommodation:		At San Agostino choose to stay in either a garden bungalow close to the beach, or in one of the hotel rooms - all with sunny balconies.
Childcare:		From 4mths to 17yrs. With childcare for the over twos included in the price of the holiday. The Indy Club from 14-17yrs only runs in July and August.
Facilities:		RYA watersports centre, 10 tennis courts, 3 restaurants, 3 bars, long sandy beach, 2 swimming pools, beauty salon, shop, 24 hour kitchen.
Price guide:		Brochure Prices range from £595 to £1399 for 7 days. However discounts are available throughout the season and babygoes2 visitors benefit from a 7% discount when quoting babygoes2.(some dates excluded)

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Anastasia, Sidoni Halkidiki

Travel with:		Neilson
Stay:		Anastasia, Sidoni Halkidiki
Location:		Set on the beach on the beautiful and unspoilt Halkidiki peninsula in northern Grece, between the blue waters of the Aegean and the green trees of a pine forest.The local village of Nea Skioni is just three kilometres away and offers a perfect opportunity to sample a taste of Greek village life. Nea Skioni boasts a quayside lined with fishing boats and a selection of excellent restaurants.
Accommodation:		107 rooms including 3 executive suites and 4 junior suites. All accommodation at The Anastasia is easily reached from either reception or the garden areas. Most rooms enjoy fabulous views across the olive gardens to the blue waters of the Aegean, while others look east over the stunning landscape of Kassandra. A variety of standard and connecting family rooms are offered in each of the four linked buildings. The rooms' style of decoration is of a high standard - modern and elegant. Bath, shower, wc, telephone, satellite television, fridge, hair dryer, safety deposit box, air conditioning terrace or balcony are standard features of all rooms. A small selection of executive suites are available, comprising a bedroom with kingsize bed, lounge with sofabed, bathroom and dressing area, a spa bath, DVD player, fax, a second television and an enormous private terrace with sunloungers and other stylish wooden furniture. Junior suites also available -offering a combination of a double master bedroom and a flexible lounge area with a sofabed. The junior suites occupy a convenient central location within The Anastasia. A number of ground floor rooms are designed for maximum accessibility and can easily accommodate guests which may have mobility problems. Official Rating 5 star
Facilities:		Impressive outdoor pool and separate children’s pool, RYA learning centre with windsurfing and dinghy sailing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, kayaking, scuba, tennis, mountain biking, fitness classes, small gym and volleyball. Luxury spa centre featuring a small pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and beauty treatments.
For children:		A range of excellent children’s clubs from 4mnths – teens. Starfish club: 4to 23 mnths, ratio one nanny to two children. NNEB/CACHE or equivalent qualified, one week £230. Sea Urchins: 2-4 yrs, ratio one leader to four children, beach adventures by kayak to treasure hunts, FREE. Surfbusters: 5-7 yrs, ratio one leader to eight children, watersports, cookery and beach games, FREE Sharksters: 8-12yrs watersports, beach games and educational trips FREE. TAG 13-15yrs, socialising, activities and watersports, FREE available in summer hols includes evening chill out zone. Children are catered for on the same ‘Club Board’ basis as the adults with the exception of high tea which is included every night at 5pm for all children under 13 years. This is a simple but wholesome, child friendly meal and is supervised within the children’s clubs. At all other meal times chefs ensure that there is plenty on offer to appeal to younger tastes.
Travel time:		Direct 3 hr flight to Thessaloniki, 1 hr 20 mins transfer
Price guide:		From £600 to £800 per adult for one week inc flights (depending on season) including daily brakfast andlunchplus 3 evening meals.

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Westin, Costa Navarino

Stay:		Westin, Costa Navarino
Location:		Brand new luxury resort on the unspoilt Peleponnese coast of mainland Greece In the Messania region, around 1hr by car from the airport at Kalamata. Mainly free from mass tourism, Costa Navarino has not only glorious sunspoilt beaches but a history of more than 4,500 years, offering much to explore: palaces and vaulted tombs from the Mycenaean era, classical temples, Byzantine churches and medieval castles, all set in a breathtaking sun-drenched, lush landscape that enjoys a temperate climate, making it an ideal year-round destination. It is a land of rolling hills and rugged mountains, protected bays and beaches, and broad valleys of lush olive groves, fields and vineyards.The Westin resort is located on a breathtaking stretch of sandy beach with famous Olympia, Mystras and the Temple of Apollo Epicurius, as well as Ancient Messini, the Palace of Nestor, are all within easy driving distance. As well as offering a truly luxurious environment in which to relax and play, the resort also offers numerous opportunities to learn more about the region:guests are encouraged to discover the beauty and culture of the southwestern Peloponnese by joining in traditional activities ranging from fishing to olive oil and wine-making, or simply mingle with the local community.
Accommodation:		Inspired by old Messinian mansions, the resort’s low-rise villa clusters use natural stone and local design elements to create a motif in perfect harmony with the landscape. There ae 445 deluxe rooms and suites, 123 with private infinity pools and interconnecting deluxe and infinity rooms ideal for families. Décor is modern, luxurious, contemporary and room fittings are of a very high standard .
Facilities:		18-hole championship Dunes Course, designed Bernhard Langer, managed by Troon Golf, has spectacular sea views and is the first signature golf course in Greece. The 3500m2 Dunes Club House accommodates a standalone golf academy, pro shop, restaurant and bar facilities all of which extend on to a spacious terrace. Childrens crèche and club from 8 mths –12 yrs. “Anazoe” spa and Thalassotherapy center. Dining Navarino Racquet Academy offers an extensive range of exciting racket sports in an innovative environment, all coordinated by our professional coaching team. Lessons can be arranged for all levels, whether you are looking to learn in a group, or on a one-to-one basis. Hiking, Mountain Biking, or Climbing are all available – with instruction and guidance for both beginners and experienced hikers, mountaineers or cyclists. Sports Centre featuring Ten Pin Bowling, Squash, Basketball, Badminton, Indoor Volleyball, Five-a-side Soccer, Indoor Cinema, Video Games, American Diner Huge choice of restaurant options – 11 different restaurants and bars – everything from simple sandwiches to gourmet dining. Many family-friendly options. For children: 2 specially designed areas:"Cocoon" for infants and "SandCastle" invites young guests to discover a specially designed youth hub with exciting activities. A trully educational and creative environment, including over-night stays, as well as water-related sports and exciting activities where they can practice the martial arts of ancient Sparta; unearth secrets as a junior archaeologist or delve into the magical world of Greek mythology. Beach club Cocoon care centre for children from 8 mths - 3 years SandCastle Children's Club for children 4- 12 years The Village featuring retail outlets, dining options, outdoor Cinema and Theatre facilities Sports Center featuring Ten Pin Bowling, Squash, Basketball, Badminton, Indoor Volleyball, Five-a-side Soccer, Indoor Cinema, Video Games, American Diner Outdoor Activities to include ropes course, climbing tower, mountain biking, hiking and Nordic walking Tennis
Travel guide:		Around a 3 hr flight from the UK to Kalamata (charter options during summer season) then a 1 hr transfer by road. Alternatives are flights to Thessaloniki or Athens, with a short connecting flight then road transfer)
Price guide:		One week for a family of 4 in a junior suite in September around £2950 half board. Flights extra. Interconnecting rooms and larger suites available

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Club Vounaki

Travel with:		Sunsail Clubs
Stay:		Club Vounaki
Location:		Club Vounaki is a modern family beach club with a traditional Greek feel, it is safe and secluded and is a short transfer time from the airport – so great for those travelling with kids'. Situated on a sheltered bay with Half board meal plans, giving you some flexibility to explore the local area.
Accommodation:		Good range of family accommodation from Doubles/Twins to One and two bedroom apartments accomodatuing up to 7 people. All rooms have Air-conditioning, En suite shower room, Mini Fridge, Hairdryer, TV & Telephone with international dialling, Tea and coffee making facilities, Safes are available from Reception. There are also new accommodation options available at the Thalassa Spa Hotel, where they have doubles and interconnecting rooms ( 5 mins walk from Club Vounaki) and Emilios Villas where they have Studio’s and Mezzanine rooms.
Facilities:		Dinghy Sailing, Catamarans, Windsurfing, Waterskiing, Canoeing, Tennis and Tennis Coaching, Table Tennis, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Volleyball, Football, Fitness Room and Fitness Classes, Day Yachts, Mountain Biking, Health and Beauty Spa.
For children:		OPEN ALL DAY FROM 0900 to 1700. ALL MEALS INCLUDED FOR UNDER 13S (BEACH TEAM FOLLOW ADULT MEAL PLAN), FULLY EQUIPPED KIDS' KITCHEN, OPEN 24 HOURS, SAFE ENVIRONMENTS WITH NO PUBLIC ROADS RUNNING THROUGH ANY CLUB, BABYSITTING, EVENING ACTIVITY CLUB, VIDEO CLUB AND BABY LISTENING DEVICES. FREE KIDS TASTER SAILING SESSIONS FOR OVER 5’s. Minnows 4mths – 2yrs £240 per child, per week Your baby’s routine is important, so we’ll do our best to stick to it. There’s one qualified nanny to every three children and we try to ensure they have the same key worker throughout their stay. Cots, potties, changing mats and freshly prepared baby purée for weaning are supplied, and nannies will keep you informed of your child’s play and sleeping patterns. Snappers 2 – 4yrs FREE With one member of the childcare team to every four children, toddlers are looked after in their own indoor and outdoor shaded play areas. Activities include swimming, canoeing, ainting, story time, games, face painting, treasure hunts, tennis and lots more. Sea Urchins 5–7yrs FREE There’s one activity assistant for every six children and lenty to do including treasure hunts, model making, swimming and ringos. They’ll also get a taste of sailing and windsurfing, as well as tennis coaching and an end of holiday disco. Gybers - Juniors 8–10yrs and Seniors 11–12yrs FREE With a ratio of one activity assistant to every eight children, the action is non-stop with sailing events, snorkelling, table tennis, swimming, team games, windsurfing, ringos and tennis coaching. After all that, they can enjoy an end of week disco too Beach Team 13–17yrs FREE Our Beach Team are given more independence. Run in two fully supervised sessions from 10am–12:30pm and 2:30pm–5pm daily, with a host of activities on offer. They can choose from watersports sessions, tennis matches and volleyball, chill out by the pool, beach BBQs and lots more. Options for Inclusive Nights: Baby sitting - available at all clubs until midnight every evening, subject to availability FREE Night Crèche - for children 4mths-4yrs. Available from 7pm-10pm FREE Supervised Video Club – for children 5yrs +. Available from 7pm-10pm Access to 24hr kitchen with mircowave, fridge and sterilising equipment Options for Non-Inclusive Nights: Baby sitting - available at all clubs until midnight every evening subject to availability Night Crèche - if there is a high demand for babysitting we will revert to run night crèche instead Supervised Games & Activity Club – for children 5 yrs+ Access to 24hr kitchen with mircowave, fridge and sterilising equipment FREE Night Crèche (4mths-4yrs)* Available on inclusive nights from 7pm-10pm, it's fully supervised so you can leave your little ones to play or sleep whilst you enjoy your evening meal. Supervised Games & Activity Club (5yrs +) Available on non-inclusive nights from 6:30pm to midnight this Club is provided in a dedicated area on site and allows your children to take part in team games, art and craft and films. There are facilities for younger children to have a sleep should they need to. FREE Supervised Video Club (5yrs+) Available on inclusive nights, from 7pm-10pm, this is FREE Club is provided in a dedicated area on site and we do ask that children who attend are toilet trained. (Excludes transfer day). Babysitting / Night Crèche** A babysitting service is available at all Clubs until midnight every evening. Here, a member of staff will look after your children in your hotel room until you return. To ensure we continue the level of care we provide throughout the day, your children will be cared for by Kids' Club staff who are all first aid trained. A babysitting coordinator will be on hand for the babysitters should they need them. This service is bookable at the Club at £8 per hour per family. (Our babysitting service is voluntarily run by our Kids’ Club staff and all monies o directly to the babysitter and babysitting co-ordinator for this service and is subject to staff availability).
Travel time:		4 hrs flight time – 30 minute transfer
Price guide:		Family of 4 sharing a one bed apartment, for one week – low season from approx £2800, or in high season from £5700

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Skiathos Princess

Stay:		Skiathos Princess
Location:		Skiathos is sophisticated, chic, and beautiful - with green pine forested hills and some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. Situated on the beach of Agia Paraskevi, the 5 star Skiathos Princess is surrounded by gardens with direct access to the lovely white sandy beach.
Accommodation:		the hotel offers 132 comfortable and contemporary guest rooms with balcony or terrace and sea or garden view including deluxe doubles, junior suites (some interconnecting for families), and standard and deluxe family rooms – the latter with separate bedroom and lounge. The attractively furnished the rooms are equipped with TV, radio, minibar, safe & luxury amenities. Relaxed informal ambience.
Facilities:		2 restaurants and 3 bars. Pampering at Princess Harmony Club, the brand new wellness–spa center. Other facilities include swimming pools, open air Jacuzzi, shuttle bus, boat hire service. Scuba diving school close-by, excursions can be arranged.
For children:		professional mini club with crèche (6 mths-4 yrs), ), kids club for older children 4yrs +,which has some early evening activities, outdoor playground, babysitting.
Travel time:		a direct 3.5 hr charter flight from the UK, or scheduled via Athens. Flights from Gatwick Newcastle orManchester May - October. Flights via Athens low season.
Price guide:		Good value: July prices for a family of 4 in a family room on b&b,inc flights ands transfers, around £2645.00 for 7 nights Or £4045.00 for 14 nights. Low and mid season prices lower.

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Porto Sani Village, Halkidiki

Stay:		Porto Sani Village, Halkidiki Greece.
Location:		Porto Sani Village is an exclusive luxurious suite hotel with junior, standard and deluxe suites with kitchenette facilities – perfect for flexibility- located at the heart of the Sani Resort. It enjoys a peaceful setting, surrounded by glorious gardens, close to an exclusive sandy beach and next to the private Sani Marina.
Accommodation:		The suites are stylishly designed, with luxury bathrooms, living areas, fully equipped kitchenette and a terrace. They offer spacious accommodation for parent/s with children and the added flexibility of the kitchen facilities.
Facilities:		The Artemis restaurant serves American buffet style breakfast and a four-course dinner. The exclusive Byblos gourmet restaurant and the open-air Lagoon Brasserie offer excellent à la carte dining. In the marina are boutiques, shops and a variety of Greek and international restaurants and tavernas. The resort offers a 'dine around' programme with a choice of more than 25 restaurants and bars, as well as a full day and evening entertainment programme, including cabaret, live music, folklore shows and events. The wide variety of sports includes water sports with windsurfing, paragliding, scuba diving, sailing, six floodlit tennis courts (with coach), a mountain bike centre and hiking. During the summer, the Sani Festival is staged in the open air of the Sani Hill and the Sani Art Gallery hosts exhibitions of paintings, photographs and sculptures.
For children:		Creche from 6 mths and Melissa Mini Club from 4-12 yrs, open 27 April to 31 Oct Teen Club from 13 to 16yrs open Jul-Aug. Wide variety of activities such as mini Olympics, picnics, sandcastle building. Childrens swimming pool and playground. Nannies and babysitters available for younger children. Also 'babe watch' beach programme, where a team of babysitters will watch your children for up to 30 mins so you can have a swim or just relax. Childrens menus on request.
Travel time:		Direct scheduled flights to Thessaloniki around 3.5 hrs, one hour private transfer.
Price guide:		From £2,100 to £5,300 for a family of 4, for one week inc flights and transfers.
We think:		The perfect resort for families wanting plenty of facilities, sports, childrens activities and a variety of dining options within a hotel environment (rather than a beach club, for example) but who also want the freedom of self catering facilities. Hard to think of a better spot for a family holiday and an excellent option for early and late breaks too,as the weather warms up early an stays that way into October.

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Asterias Suites, Halkidiki

Stay:		Asterias Suites, Halkidiki, mainland Greece.
Location:		Set on their own beach and private marina, these 50 suites offer the utmost luxury and privacy. Part of the Sani Resort, the villa-style suites are surrounded by a 1,000-acre ecological reserve of forests, white-sand beaches and clear waters awarded a Blue Flag for cleanliness.
Accommodation:		Built from hand crafted stone, marble and wood, the junior, standard and deluxe suites are individually designed in a contemporary style. Bathrooms feature Jacuzzis and Dr Hauschka products, while bedrooms have wrought-iron beds, Fette linen, Italian furnishings and satellite TV, DVD and CD players. The suites overlook the marina, lined with galleries, tavernas, shops and ouzeris. Private beach.
Facilities:		Water Bar & Lounge and Water Restaurant, serving delicious Mediterranean dishes, enjoy views of the yachts and lagoon-style pools. Private candlelit dinners on your suite terrace and wedding banquets can also be arranged. Waterskiing, diving, windsurfing and tennis are available. Beauticians and therapists offers in-room treatments such as Reiki and Shiatsu, or rejuvenate in the Sani Resort's wellness centre. All the facilities of the Sani rersort (including the Prada beach shop!!) open air cinema (high season) and numerous pools, restaurants etc are open to guests at the Asterias suites.
For children:		Creche from 6 mths from end April and Melissa Mini Club from 4-12 yrs, open 27 April to 31 Oct Teen Club from 13 to 16yrs open Jul-Aug. Wide variety of activities such as mini Olympics, picnics, sandcastle building. Childrens swimming pool and playground. Nannies and babysitters available for younger children. Also 'babe watch' beach programme, where a team of babysitters will watch your children for up to 30 mins so you can have a swim or just relax. Childrens menus on request.
Travel time:		Direct scheduled flights to Thessaloniki around 3.5 hrs, one hour private transfer.
Price guide:		From £3,000 to £8,500 for a family of 4, one week including flights and transfers.
We think:		A much sought after and hard to find combination of very stylish and exclusive accommodation with its own lovely facilities, but also access to a much wider range of facilities at the Porto Sani Beach Hotel including childcare. Ideal if you like luxury, relaxation but want plenty of things to keep little ones occupied too.

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Porto Elounda De Luxe resort

Stay:		Porto Elounda, Crete
Accommodation:		Main hotel and villas, simply furnished in Greek style. Wide range of options from double rooms with enough space for cot, to three-bedroom villas with private pool. All rooms cable TV and minibars.
Facilities:		2 general swimming pools indoor and outdoor childrens pool health club with gym on beach with watersports 9 hole golf course and putting green beauty salon, shops children's playground
Childcare:		Dedicated building ‘The Ark’ with Creche and kids club (6 mths to 10yrs years) Local charge, 4yrs+ free of charge. The Ark is set in its own grounds with grass, playground and pool. Babysitting can be arranged too.
Beach:		Right on beach.
Travel:		Around a 4 hr flight from the UK to Heraklion, then one hour transfer by car.
Price guide:		From £700-£1489 for 7 nights, depending on season, for Porto Deluxe room half board, per person based on 2 people sharing, incl flights and transfers. Accommodation only prices available too. Childen share at a very low rate or free of charge – if taking their own room then costs similar to the adult price.

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Beach Resort Lakitira

Stay:		Beach Resort Lakitira, Kos Island, Greece Mark Warner: Beach Resorts with first rate facilities (excellent tennis) a huge variety for both adults and children and superb childcare and clubs. Good accommodation and great service.
Location:		Beach Resort Lakitira Village: Although a relatively developed island, the club is located on an unspoilt strip of beach along which you can walk for miles and enjoy the magnificent views of the island opposite.
Accommodation:		Lakitira Hotel sleeps 450. Lakitira Village sleeps 206. All rooms have air-conditioning. There is a choice of accommodation at Lakitira between modern stylish rooms in the main hotel and rooms in the newer townhouse style village. Hotel accommodation: consists of twin, double and family rooms, all with accommodation, also with air conditioning, bath (with shower attachment), wc, balcony ot terrace, a fridge and a direct dial phone. Family rooms have tow separate sleeping areas and some rooms interconnect for families. About half the rooms are sea facing. Village accommodation: offers twin rooms (most of which are combined to make-up a mini- apartment) and family suites. All have air-conditioning, bath, wc, balcony or terrace, a fridge and a direct dial telephone. Most of the family suites sleep up to 6, with a twin room upstairs for the adults and space for 4 children downstairs.
Facilities:		Windsurfing Sailing 2 swimming pools Kids pool Volleyball Aerobics Programme Tennis (lessons at extra cost) Waterskiing (at extra cost) Football lessons (at extra cost) Yoga (at extra cost) Hair and Beauty Salon (at extra cost) Main Restaurant Pizzeria Greek Taverna 3 bars
Childcare:		Children's Clubs: Childcare for under 2yrs Childcare for the under twos is made up of two childcare clubs; the Baby Club (4mths-11mths) and the Toddler One Club (1yr olds). Both of these cost £150 for either 6 mornings or 6 afternoons and £300 for 6 full days. Childcare for 2yrs up until 6yrs There are 2 clubs for 2yrs up to 6yrs; the Toddler 2 club and the mini club. These consist of either 6 mornings or 6 afternoon sessions per week and are included in the price of the holiday. Upgrading to 6 full days costs an extra £150. Childcare for the 6yrs up until 14yrs This is made up of two childcare clubs; the Junior club and the Kidz Club. Both of these consist of full day supervision for 6 days per week and places are available to reserve at no extra cost. Independence for 14yr olds to 17yrs olds Family holidays are great, but the older kids sometimes want to enjoy some independence and so for guests between 14 and 17 yrs there is the Indy Club. The Indy Club runs during the summer school holiday period and the October half term. Places are available to reserve at no extra cost. Children's clubs operate from 9am to 12:30pm and from 2.30pm to 5.30pm, although operating times may vary depending on the beach resort. All childcare and Indy club places should be reserved at the time of booking and are subject to availability. Children's Equipment - In resorts which offer Baby or Toddler Clubs travel cots, steam sterilisers, nappy changing facilities, baby baths and potties are supplied. Nappies, processed food and powdered milk can all be purchased locally. 24 hour kitchen - Mediterranean beach resorts have a kitchen that's open 24 hours a day- all have a fridge, kettle, microwave, sterilisers and a supply of UHT whole milk. Evening creche service - In all of Mark Warner resorts there is an evening creche service for the younger children (4 months - 5 years) enabling parents to have a relaxing dinner. The evening crèche service operates from 7.30pm until 11.30pm (from 7.00 - 11.00pm at Hilton Dahab) – children are entertained with films or games or they can go to sleep in a designated quiet area. Baby-sitting - Extra baby-sitting can be arranged in resort through the Childcare Manager from €12 per hour. This service is very popular and subject to staff availability - so cannot be guaranteed. Evening Entertainment Programme - For children and teenagers aged 6-17 years, there is a fully supervised entertainment programme until 10.30pm. Children's mealtimes - There is a children's dinner sitting between 6-7pm
Beach:		Two gently shelving beaches with white sand, just right for sandcastle!
Travel:		Charter flight, 3 hours 45 minutes. Wednesday departure, 30 minutes transfer from airport.
Price guide:		From £475 per adult to £1,148 per adult half board for 1 week depending on season, incl flights and transfers, Upgrade to full board available.

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Capsis Elite Resort ‘Out of the Blue’

Stay:		Capsis Elite Resort ‘Out of the Blue’, 5 star
Location:		Located next to the traditional fishing village of Aghia Pelaghia,just 20 mins from Heraklion, this stunning 5 star resort is ideally located for sightseeing and relaxing The property is outstretched over this unique peninsula and is surrounded by a Botanical Park of 167.000 sq. m. / 1.796.920 sq. ft. with beautiful Aegean views, extensive gardens, green pathways, ponds, cascades, a small river, 3 beaches and (perfect for children!) a private zoo. The property grows its own organic produce which is used in all the restaurants and bars.
Accommodation:		5 separate accommodation options: 2 main hotel buildings, 3 private neighbourhoods offering guests the choice of guestrooms, suites, bungalows, villas and maisonettes with private pools that combine a stylish blend of island charm, world-class service, comfort and convenience. Many interconnecting suites, bungalows and maisonettes which are ideal for families – all both stylish and very well appointed.
Facilities:		Each separate area has its own pool/s, and many suites have private pools.There are 3 beaches, 7 restaurants, 8 bars, good spa, zoo, minoan amusement park and kids club, yoga, watersports including scuba diving, tennis, table tennis, ballroom dancing classes. Close by riding, biking and trekking are all available.
For children:		Minoan amusement park with both indoor and outdoor areas – great facilities including a climbing wall, trampoline, puppet theatre, jugglers, video and interactive games room. Good activity schedule. Younger children can attend the club if accompanied by a babysitter, organised by the resort.
Travel time:		3.5 hr flight from the UK to Heraklion, 20 min transfer.
Price guide:		from £1165 to £2830 per adult depending on season and accommodation type for 7 nights, half board basis, including flights. Child prices from £375 - £930 or one week.

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The Portomyrina Palace, Lemnos

Stay:		The Portomyrina Palace, Lemnos
Location:		Situated by a long stretch of sandy beach in the bay of Avlonas, the hotel has beautiful views towards Halkidiki Mount Athos, and is just a twenty minute stroll to Mirina, the charming capital of Lemnos, with it’s shops, restaurants and imposing Venetian castle. Our hotel is set amongst extensive landscaped grounds with well-tended lawns which lead down to the water’s edge. Within the grounds of the hotel are the archaeological remains of the pre-Hellenistic Temple of Artemis, preserved as a unique feature of the hotel.
Accommodation:		132 rooms including 5 suites. Rooms are located in the main hotel, handy for the reception and restaurant, or in small two storey ‘villas’ within the gardens, closer to the beach and pool. All rooms offer varying aspects, with sea view rooms available for a small supplement. There is a choice of twin, double, triple and interconnecting pairs of double and twin rooms for families, all rooms are large enough to take a cot. All have modern furnishings in a neutral colour scheme with en suite bath/shower, air conditioning, mini fridge, hairdryer, telephone, TV and balcony or terrace. There are also a number of suites combining a bedroom, en suite bath/shower and balcony with a further lounge area, sofabed and a second balcony. These suites are suitable for three adults or two adults with two children. Official rating De-Luxe
Facilities:		Large outdoor pool and separate childrens pool, RYA learning centre with windsurfing and dinghy sailing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, kayaking, scuba, tennis, mountain biking, fitness classes and volleyball. Luxury spa with small indoor pool, gym, fitness studio and beauty treatments.
For children:		A range of excellent children’s clubs from 4mnths – teens. Starfish club: 4to 23 mnths, ratio one nanny to two children. NNEB/CACHE or equivalent qualified, one week £230. Sea Urchins: 2-4 yrs, ratio one leader to four children, beach adventures by kayak to treasure hunts, FREE. Surfbusters: 5-7 yrs, ratio one leader to eight children, watersports, cookery and beach games, FREE Sharksters: 8-12yrs watersports, beach games and educational trips FREE. TAG 13-15yrs, socialising, activities and watersports, FREE available in summer hols includes evening chill out zone. Children are catered for on the same ‘Club Board’ basis as the adults with the exception of high tea which is included every night at 5pm for all children under 13 years. This is a simple but wholesome, child friendly meal and is supervised within the children’s clubs. At all other meal times chefs ensure that there is plenty on offer to appeal to younger tastes.
Travel time:		Direct 3 hr 30 min flight to Lemnos. 30 minute transfer.
Price guide:		Adults From £849 in June, £1285 peak August, £575 October. Children From £679 in June, £1035 peak August, £459 October

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The Aeolian Village, Lesvos

Stay:		The Aeolian Village, Lesvos
Location:		Set at one end of a beautiful bay on a long stretch of fine golden sand. The charming village of Skala Eressos is a ten minute walk along the beach with quaint cafes and restaurants built on bamboo covered decks extending out over the same on stilts – the perfect place to enjoy some traditional Greek hospitality.
Accommodation:		118 rooms including 5 house suites, 12 junior suites and larger family rooms. Villa-style hillside rooms are built on a gentle slope and house suites, junior suites, larger family rooms and standard rooms for three adults. A few minutes stroll from the pool, they offer a peaceful haven with impressive views towards the beach. The suites provide elegant accommodation over two floors. The double bedroom and bathroom with spa bath and power shower, TV and DVD player is on the 1st floor. The ground floor has a lounge are with sofa beds and wc. Junior suites have twin or double beds and a lounge area with sofa beds. Family rooms have bedroom and double bed and second bedroom with twin beds and sofa bed, separated by an internal door. Some connect to a further room suitable for up to 7 people. All rooms have been refurbished to a high standard with bath and/or shower, wc, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, satellite TV, safe, hairdryer and balcony or terrace. Some suites, junior suites and standard hillside rooms also have a small kitchenette with sink and fridge. Official Rating 4 star
Facilities:		Large outdoor freshwater pool and separate childrens pool. RYA learning centre with windsurfing and dinghy sailing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, scuba, kayaking, tennis, mountain biking, fitness classes and volleyball. Spa with sauna and Jacuzzi, gym, and beauty treatments.
For children:		A range of excellent children’s clubs from 4mnths – teens. Starfish club: 4to 23 mnths, ratio one nanny to two children. NNEB/CACHE or equivalent qualified, one week £230. Sea Urchins: 2-4 yrs, ratio one leader to four children, beach adventures by kayak to treasure hunts, FREE. Surfbusters: 5-7 yrs, ratio one leader to eight children, watersports, cookery and beach games, FREE Sharksters: 8-12yrs watersports, beach games and educational trips FREE. TAG 13-15yrs, sociailising, activities and watersports, FREE available in summer hols includes evening chill out zone. Children are catered for on the same ‘Club Board’ basis as the adults with the exception of high tea which is included every night at 5pm for all children under 13 years. This is a simple but wholesome, child friendly meal and is supervised within the children’s clubs. At all other meal times chefs ensure that there is plenty on offer to appeal to younger tastes.
Travel time:		Direct 3 hr 30 min flight to Mytilini, 1 hr 45 min transfer.
Price guide:		Adults From £849 in June, £1255 peak August, £559 October Children From £685 in June, £1009 peak August, £429 October
Special Offer:		Under 5’s go FREE throughout May and October including half term dates that fall in this period. Offer available for a limited period only.

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Spain - Menorca

Insotel Punta Prima Prestige Suites & Spa, Menorca

Stay:		Insotel Punta Prima Prestige Suites & Spa, Menorca
Location:		A sought-after (and hard to find in the Balearics) combination of hotel facilities, self catering flexibility and childcare, the Punta Prima Prestige suites offer a superb family friendly holiday experience. It has a great location in the small resort of Punta Prima in unspoilt south eastern Menorca. The resort has an excellent beach for children – soft white sand, crystal clear, gently shelving water. There are a variety of eating options inPunta Prima and it’s within about a 5 min drive of some of the island’s top restaurant restaurants (such as La Karaba). Only a 10 min drive to the town of San Lluis – which is unspoilt with all facilities including an excellent tapas bar (La Rueda). Lots of other beaches to explore such as Binibeca and Binisafua. Mahon is only a 20 min drive away – so a very easy transfer from the airport. The hotel has a wide range of facilities and so is ideal for families with children of all ages.
Accommodation:		The spacious suites Prestige (70m²) offer comfortable accomodation with excellent facilities. The separate bedroom has a double king-size bed and bathroom with jacuzzi and hydromassage shower. The large lounge with access to the terrace has two sofa beds, a kitchenette with ceramic hobs, microwave and fridge. There is another separate bathroom.
Facilities:		Mountain biking, 8 tennis courts (6 artificial turf courts and 2 resin courts), 1 five-a-side football field with artificial turf, 2 squash courts, archery, air-rifle shooting, 1 sports court for basketball and badminton, volleyball, water polo, table tennis, petanque, stretching and aqua gym. All free of charge. Gold courses close by, also horse riding. The fabulous spa offers a wide range of treatments, has a gym and wellness centre an indoor swimming pool.
For Children:		Childcare starts from 2 years in the INSI club which has a programme of activities for all ages, Babyclub ( 2-3 yrs) Mini Club ( 4-6 yrs) Maxi Club ( 7-12 yrs) right upi to Teenager club ( 13-16 yrs) Facilities include activity room, games, a swing area, childrens pool and a sports track. The hotel also offers organised activities. The Entertainments team offers a complete day and evening entertainment programme for all ages that includes Latin dance lessons, Spanish lessons, all kinds of sports activities, shows, competitions. Also available is the Insotel Baby service (with charge) consisting of: babysitting service, strollers, intercoms, heated bottles, nappies and highchairs in the room.
Pool:		Large swimming pool over looking the sea. Large out door heated pool in the Spa also.
Travel guide:		2 hrs 15 mins from London, 20 minute transfer
Price guide:		from £1940 for a family of four for one week,low season in a suite including flights , breakfast and transfers. High season from around £5600for a family of 4.

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Spain

La Manga Club

Stay:		La Manga Club. Resort with golf.
Location:		In Almeria, South East Spain. Undeveloped part of Spanish coast, beautiful beaches. 10 minute drive to quaint fishing village. Close to 2 historic cathedral cities- Cartagena and Murcia.
Accommodation:		Wide range of accommodation options from Hyatt Regency hotel to Las Lomas appts andt ownhouses. The Hyatt is a 5 star hotel with superb facilities, spacious comfortable rooms and suites. Las Lomas has its own facilities and is close to the Hyatt. These spacious and stylish apartments and townhouses have fully euqipped ktichens air con and balcony or terrace. They have access to all the facilities of the Lomas Village and the La Manga resort as a whole and are an ideal choice for families looking for space, flexibility,value for money, and yet all the facilities of a 5 star resort.
Facilities:		Innumerable swimming pools 3, 18 hole golf courses Tennis centre Health and beauty spa with sauna and jacuzzi Squash Gym Bowls, boules, paddle tennis Watersports Diving Horse riding 8 restaurants
Childcare:		Mini-club 6 mths to 12 years Only available high season 15th July-31st August Cost for week half days: £72
Beach:		10 mins drive from Mar Menor - Europe’s largest saltwater lagoon - calm, gently shelving, VERY warm water. Great for toddlers/babies
Travel time:		2.5 hours to Murcia, 30 mins transfer
Price guide:		From £430 per person per week, based on 4 sharing 2 bedroom villa mid season Infants £25 Child 2-11 sharing bedroom with adults pays flight only, from £179. This price is split between a price per villa and flights, so is a good option for the over 2’s still sharing parent’s room or sleeping in a living room Cot and highchair hire £6 per night. Various optional extras

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Cyprus

Intercontinental Aphrodite Hills Hotel and Villa Resort

Stay:		Intercontinental Aphrodite Hills Hotel and Villa Resort
Location:		Located just outside Paphos, the Aphrodite Hills Resort Hotel enjoys a peaceful, beautiful setting against the backdrop of the majestic Troodos mountains, just 20 mins from Paphos, which has a wide variety of restaurants, shops and cafes, along with a harbour, castle and several intriguing archaeological sites.
Accommodation:		There is a resort hotel with luxury rooms and suites as well as superbly equipped, stylish 2 –5 bedroom apartments, townhouses and villas, some with private pools, which offer the ultimate in flexibility for families: plenty of space and self catering flexibility, with all the facilities of a luxury resort. A typical 3 bedroom superior villa has 3 bedrooms, most en suite, air con throughout, fully equipped kitchen, lovely lounge with TV and DVD, private swimming pool with gardens and stunning views of the Med.
Facilities:		Really superb. 4 Restaurants, 3 Bars, Beach Club, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Indoor Swimming Pool, Gym, Tennis and Tennis Academy, Golf, Table Tennis, Spa, Business Centre. Shingle beach, Beach Club and sandy beach, 20 mins shuttle. For sports fans there’s an 18 hole golf course, 3 hole golf academy with driving range and putting greens, along with a tennis academy. There is also horse riding, cycling and walking trails. For serious pampering there’s the Retreat Spa, and for children mini golf and a good kids club, plus babysitting. A wide selection of restaurants, bars and shops at the resorts village square.
For children:		Children’s Playground and Riding School, dedicated clubs offering a selection of activities from bowling to crafts and from clothes designing to volleyball. Kids pools. Bizzy babies Creche open daily from May to October for children aged 6 months – 3 yrs ( closed between 2-2.30pm) Pegasus Mini club 3-7 years ( 4Euros per hour ) . Rainbow Kids club 8-12 years ( 4Euros per hour). Open Sunday to Friday 10.00-18.00hrs, Saturdays 10.00-22.00hrs and daily during high season from 10.00-22.00hrs EEN'S CLUB 13-17yrs (free of charge). 16.00-23.00hrs Mon-Fri 12.00-23.00hrs Sat, Sun Open daily in high season, 12.00-23.00hrs. Babysitting from 10 Euros per hour plus taxi transfer fee
Travel time:		4.5 hr flight from the UK, 20 mins transfer
Price guide:		Very well priced for a luxury resort: 7 nights in hotel from around £700 per adult for a week including flights and private transfers. Guide price from £1303 low season to £2381 high season Based on 7 nights, 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Two Bedroom Apartment including car hire and return flights from London.

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Almyra, Paphos

Stay:		The Almyra. Paphos, Cyprus
Location:		Almyra is set in landscaped gardens on a sun-drenched headland, edged by the beach with uninterrupted views of Pafos harbour and the medieval fort across the bay.
Accommodation:		Recently refurbished, this is a very chic hotel with contemporary décor. The 190 spacious rooms all have custom-designed furniture as well as state-of-the-art facilities to meet the needs of the discerning traveller. Rooms have both garden or sea views, and the pinnacle of luxury is reached with the superb 'Kyma' suites right on the seafront. With junior suites suitable for families, and interconnecting rooms available, children are especially welcome at Almyra.
Facilities:		2 pools, tennis court, water sports, a gym and golf nearby. Three restaurants. Sample Greek delicacies at the traditional seaside Ouzeri or enjoy a relaxed lunch at the poolside chillout restaurant and grill bar. At night, Mosaics, the main restaurant features freshly caught fish.
For children:		One of the 2 pools is designed for younger swimmers, children welcome in all restaurants and kids menu offered. Offers the unique Baby Go Lightly service to help make travelling with babies and children as stress-free as possible. You can pre-order from a comprehensive list of equipment and services a few days before you depart, and everything will be waiting for you on arrival. The service includes everything from nappies, wipes, sterlisers, baby food etc, to bulkier items such as buggies, car seats, parasols, even baby gyms. For older children you can order night time milk and cookies, games, toys and dvds.
Childcare:		Creche from 6 mths from end April. Smiling Dolphin Club for ages 4-11 open April- Oct and over Christmas and New year. Lots of activities eg stone collecting, hat making. Indoor and outdoor playgrounds, tennis coaching available on request.Babysitting available too around 14 euros per hour.
Travel time:		Flight from Uk around 4.30 hs, transfer time a very kind 15 mins.
Price guide:		Guide price from £1,530 low season to £3,621 high season. Based on 7 nights, 2 adults and 2 children sharing two connecting inland garden view rooms including breakfast, transfers and return flights from London
We think:		Supremely stylish hotel offering good value for money, good facilities for children and a stress-free journey. Great year round, but perfect for late Spring/early summer breaks or autumn breaks. Ideal for May or October half term.

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Le Meridien Spa & Resort

Stay:		Le Meridien Spa & Resort - a winning combination of French style and Cypriot hospitality. Perfect for rest, rejeuvenation, pampering – but very child friendly too.
Location:		Just 15 Km along the coast from Lemesos, right on its own secluded beach, with every possible facility.
Accommodation:		Extremely luxurious and stylish hotel. Suites are elegantly furnished in bright mediterranean colours and have everything you’d expect from a hotel of this standard: Balcony or terrace with sea view, Sitting area, Satellite TV, Hairdrier, Safe, Minibar Suites with Jacuzzi and family garden villas also available. All set within beautifully landscaped gardens. Excellent food.
Facilities:		Pool, children’s pool, magnificent Thalassatherapy Health Spa (4 outdoor sea water pools and a vast range of treatments), fully equipped gym, watersports Centre, tennis courts three restaurants, Piano & cocktail bar, Nightclub
Childcare:		Babysitting and very good supervised Penguin Club for 4+
Travel:		Around 3.75 hrs from Uk to Cyprus and 45 mins transfer
Price guide:		Guide price from £1839 low season to £3643 high season. Based on 7 nights, 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Family Room with pool or sea view, including breakfast, transfers and return flights from London
We think:		Excellent choice for a luxurious break either during summer (which extends into October in Cyprus) or during winter, when the weather can still be very warm and sunny.Great short haul winter sun destination

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The Anassa Hotel

Stay:		The Anassa Hotel
Location:		Located in Polis Latsi, a quiet unspoilt and picturesque area overlooking lovely sandy beach. Luxury 5 star hotel with contemporary design. Very, very stylish. Lots of white and cool creams, floaty muslin drapes, that sort of thing.
Why:		Great for late/early sun and for a very special break. Luxury, style, but no 8hr+ plus flight
Accommodation:		184 rooms and suites: with air conditioning ceiling fan, direct dial phone with two lines in each room, colour TV, mini bar, hairdryer, en suite bathroom, bathrobes, safe, private balcony or terrace suitable for dinning
Hotel facilities and services:		Two outdoor swimming pools with water falls Water sports including scuba diving Tennis and squash Table tennis Indoor gym Health and thalassotherapy spa Four restaurants lounge with two open wood burning fireplaces 4 bars
For children:		Creche for 6 months to 3 years (from 30 euros per session) For 4-12 yr olds ( free of charge) , the Children's club is available all year, baby-sitting and private nannies available, approx 14 euro per hour
Travel:		3.5 hours flight from UK, 45 minute transfer
Car hire:		not essential
Price guide:		From £4,500 based on a family of four in two connecting studio suites.

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Portugal

Martinhal, Sagres, Algarve

Stay:		Martinhaul, Sagres, Algarve, Portugal
Location:		On the unspoilt western Algarve, with small historic fishing ports and vast sandy beaches. Close to both Sagres and Cape St Vincent (the most westerly point in Europe), Martinhal is a new luxury resort with a contemporary feel and informal luxury – and offes both boutique hotel accommodation but also houses with resort facilities - which work especially well for families. The resort is surrounded by a protected natural park, and is considered an area of outstanding natural beauty, it is a great area for walking and discovering pretty seaside towns and ports.
Accommodation:		Rooms in the boutique hotel, or: Martinhal Houses, there are a total of 55 houses, with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms, each with private garden and pool ( some fenced) Garden houses – ideal for families as centrally located within a garden and surrounding a pool, childrens pool and close to the childrens club Bay houses have views across the nature reserve. Ocean houses face Martinhal Bay and the sea. House Facilities: En-suite bathrooms, Sitting/dining room, Fully equipped designer kitchen with cooker, hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, Terrace or Veranda. Houses are decorated and designed to the highest standard, with modern stylish furniture, large windows, satalite tv, wireless internet access. Daily maid service and pre-order meals for home delivery also available.
Facilities:		3 Restaurants ,Snack Bar, 3 Bars, Pool bar, Juice bar 5 Swimming pools, including an indoor/outdoor pool, toddlers pool and a shallow entry beach style pool Fitness room, Tennis, Paddle tennis, Football pitch, Mountain bikes, Spa, Watersports, Beach.
For children:		Kids club for children aged 6 months to 10 years. Children's pools, Child friendly menus. Raposinhos ( Little fox) Creche and Kid's Club is open 7 days a week, from 9am to 6pm, and 8pm in July and August. A full range of activities is available. Charges apply Babysitting also available
Travel guide:		Faro Airport 1 hr transfer
Price guide:		Prices range from £1,232 per week up to £3,731 per week depending on size and season.

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Monte da Quinta Villas

Stay:		Monte Da Quinta Villas
Location:		Monte da Quinta is sSet in its own grounds on the exclusive Quinta Do Lago site on the Algarve, just 15 mins drive from Faro, and well located to explore not only the rest of the coast and the Eastern Algarve, but inland too. Unspoilt Loule, with its fab market (excellent for fish and vegetables) for example can be reached in just over 10 mins. Estoi, Tavira, Olhao, Silves are all within easy reach. The resort offers the sought-after and rare combination of top quality self-catering accommodation with hotel style service and facilities, including childrens’ club. An ideal destination for all seasons, for families travelling individually or together with friends.
Accommodation:		There are 2/3 bedroom townhouses, 3/4/5 bedroom villas or 1-3 bedroom apartment suites set in a hotel environment. All but the suites have private pools and gardens – the townhouse pools are smaller, but still a reasonable size. The suites have terraces or balconies. The houses,villas and suites are all of an extremely high standard. Decorated in cool, neutral colours with shaker style furniture, they are very spacious and well equipped. There is air conditioning/heating in all rooms, 3 TVs (in a 3 bed townhouse) all with internet, email and playstation, film access, and a full list of satellite stations including UK terrestrial channels. DVD’s are available for hire. There’s a cd system in the lounge/dining room. The bedrooms are very large, all with spacious en suite bathrooms with both a shower and bath. The living/dining room is spacious and very comfortable – and leads to a patio (equipped with barbecue) and to the garden and pool. The kitchens are stylish and superbly equipped, with every device you could wish for including microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee maker, juicer, and very high quality cutlery and crockery. The towel and bathroom provision is as per a hotel – fluffy white towels, pool towels, bathrobes and slippers, good quality toiletries. The villas and townhouses are all set on the small site (it can be walked around easily, unlike many villa resorts) and linked with cobbled pedestrian lanes. They benefit from daily hotel-style maid service – beds are changed every day, towels changed, rubbish taken care of and the whole house cleaned and tidied from top to bottom. The suites are set in a hotel building and share their own pool
Facilities:		There is a very attractive central area with a huge pool and childrens pool, a poolside restaurant/café for lunches and snacks, and a more formal restaurant upstairs. There is also a small childrens outdoor playground. This is where the excellent mini club is to be found, along with the gym and indoor pool/outdoor Jacuzzi. The crèche (6mths-3yrs) is set in the hotel building.The resort also has a shopping area with groceries, gourmet food and wine and a very good Italian Trattoria, which also offers take away. There are 2 massage/beauty salons, or in villa massage can be arranged. Reception can be summoned from the villa, and can arrange more or less anything – from bikes (for children too), to tennis, riding, golf and boat trips. The beach is a 2 min drive away (2km), with easy, shaded parking.
For children:		A crèche from 6 mths- 3yrs and a kids club from 3-12 yrs (local charge). Both very well run with a varied schedule of activities and committed staff. The kids club schedule includes trips out, along with treasure hunts, tile painting etc. Babysitting also There is a small childrens playground and pool. Childrens menus in the restaurants.
Travel guide:		2 hr 20 mins flight from UK – scheduled or charter/no frills, plenty of options. Transfer around 20 mins.
Price guide:		2 bed townhouse, from £898 to £2625 for a week, 3 bed villas around £3500 high season Flights and transfers extra. Read our location report on the Monte Da Quinta Villas here.

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Vila Vita Park, Algarve

Stay:		Vila Vita Park, Algarve, between Albufeira and Lagos.
Location:		Set in landscaped gardens, overlooking sea. Great for spa treatments and relaxation.
Accommodation:		Double rooms or one/two bedroom suites all with air conditioning, satellite TV and mini bar
Spa:		Oriental beauty treatments, body massages, sports massage, Chinese massage and Reiki, reflexology, anti-stress massage, lymphatic drainage, aromatherapy, anti-cellulite massage, body peeling, body masks and various other beauty treatments which include facial cleansing and permanent make up.
Facilities:		5 tennis courts; 2 adult pools; 2 family pools; children's pool; 2 jacuzzis; squash; Vila Vital Vital health spa; 9 hole pitch 'n' putt course; min golf practice driving net; beauty salon; children's playground; 6 restaurants - 4 welcome under-12s
Childcare:		crèche (4mths to 4 years) Mon-Fri 9.30-16.30. Babysitting can be arranged locally. In addition, childcare from 6mths - 14 yrs during the summer months with Powder Byrne.
Beach:		Right on beautiful Algarve beach
Travel:		Flights London to Faro, 2hrs 45mins, 45-min transfer.
Price guide:		From £900-£1,500 per adult for a family suite, child price varies incl breakfast, flights and transfers.

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Pine Cliffs Residence, Sheraton Algarve

Stay:		Pine Cliffs Residence at the Sheraton Algarve
Location:		Spectacular cliff-top setting, set in extensive gardens surrounded by pine trees, overlooking miles of unspoiled beaches. Centrally located on the Algarve in a great position for exploring the region.
Accommodation:		High standard self catering apartments, townhouses and villas with private pools sleeping from 2-10, offering complete flexibility (full kitchens and plenty of space) yet all the services of a 5 star hotel. Daily maid service, room service available along with half or full board options.
Facilities:		8 restaurants and bars; 9-hole golf course, health club, watersports, pools, tennis.
For children:		Excellent Porto Pirata Children's Village (6 mths-12 year olds). Babysitting also available.
Travel time:		3hr flight to Faro; 30-minute transfer.
Price guide:		From £1,800 - £6,900 for a family of 4 for 7 nights, depending on season, incl flights and transfers. Lowers prices for smaller parties of course. Always good early booking discounts.
We think:		Arguably the perfect holiday solution for families. All the space and flexibility of your own private house/villa, yet with all the advantages, services and facilities of a 5 star hotel including great childcare even for the under 2's. Great beach, plenty to explore all around. The ideal destination for groups of varying ages too. Highly recommended and very good value for money.

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Malta

Gozo, Malta

Travel with:		Family Diving, www.familydiving.co.uk
Stay:		Gozo, Malta
Location:		Gozo, meaning 'joy' in Castillian, is the second largest island of the Maltese archipelago that consists of three islands known as Gozo, Comino and mainland Malta. Roughly circular in shape, 14km by 7km in area, Gozo is hilly and from the south-west to the north-west, the coast is entirely surrounded by cliffs. Gozo is tranquil and treasures its peace. The island is well served by restaurants, where the eating is good and varied. Virtually all the locals speak English.
Accommodation:		Traditional farmhouses, villas, apartments with/without shared pool and hotels. The farmhouses are built or converted in traditional style, all with a private pool and some with lovely country or sea views in a selection of Gozo's villages. Villas are also very comfortable with their own private pool. Both farmhouses and villas are fully equipped for self-catering and sleep from two to eleven people in two to five bedrooms. All have garden furniture and sun loungers. Some come with dishwasher and washing machines. Also available are a range of 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedroom self-catering apartments with or without shared pool. There is a food arrival pack and a light cleaning maid service is included in the price. Hotel accommodation, 3, 4 or 5 star is also available.
The Dives:		Gozo dives provide fantastic arches, tunnels, wrecks, caves and lagoons to explore making for some fantastic underwater landscapes. Gozo offers divers plentiful sightings of groupers, amberjack, bream, wrasse, squid, flying fish, sting rays, barracuda, eagle rays and nudibranchs. The occasional sightings of dolphin, sharks, tuna and sea horses can also add to the excitement. Some of the dive sites around Gozo. The Blue Hole Probably the most famous of Gozo's dive sites, is the Blue Hole. From the surface it looks like an isolated pool of clear blue water, underneath revealing a large archway opening into the open sea and underneath the Azure Window. It is surrounded by breathtaking rock formations, caves and drop-off points. The average depth is 20-30 meters. San Dimitri Point This dive is only accessible by boat and is a beautiful dive right beneath breathtaking steep cliffs. Large shoals of barracuda are often seen here. The visibility in this area is usually excellent. Average depth around 30 meters. Billinghurst Cave This cave is an air-trapped cave on the north coast. The entry can be done from a 2-3 meter jump right above the cave entrance, subject to weather conditions. A long tunnel (some 40/50 meters) leads to the cave where you are able to surface. Average depth around 25 meters. Double Arches The Double Arches is the formation of two holes through a vertical rock face. The top of Double Arch reef is about 18 meters and keeps going down easily to about 40 meters. Diving courses are available through Moby Dives a PADI 5 Star IDC training facility.
For children:		Family Diving provide a crèche facility with qualified English speaking staff, in the town of Xlendi near to Moby Dive (the diving center). (delete “Crèche staff can either come to your farmhouse or your child can be dropped off at the crèche depending on child numbers.) The program will cater for your family's needs – either a morning, an afternoon, a few days or a full week. Childcare hours:- Sunday to Monday 8.15 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. 1.15 p.m. to 5.15 p.m. Closed Saturday. The crèche is run by a NVQ Level 3 Nursery Manager employed from the UK and any additional help required is employed locally. Child to staff ratio. Under 2 years the ratio is 2 children: 1 staff member. 2-4 years the ratio is 4 children: 1 staff member. Over 4 the ratio is 6 children: 1 staff member. Travel cots available in the crèche. Under 2 years: £20 per morning/afternoon session or £35 per full day session. 2-4 years: £17 per morning/afternoon session or £30 per full day session. 5 years and over: £15 per morning/afternoon session or £25 per full day session. Evening babysitting service available.
Travel:		Flight from UK to Malta (3 ½ hours) and taxi/ferry service (75 minutes) or helicopter (35 minutes) transfer to Gozo. Family Diving can arrange your flights, transfers and car hire.
Price guide:		Price of dive packs includes guide, use of cylinders, all equipment, transport by land to and from dive site. Boat diving is extra (approx. LM4 (approx. £6.50) per person depending on dive site) paid directly to Moby Dives and is organized every day on their 20ft. semi-rigid boat. 6 Accompanied Shore Dive Pack - Price: £75, 10 Accompanied Shore Dive Pack - Price: £115. Accommodation in a farmhouse or villa from £315 - £670 per week based on 2 sharing depending on season. Accommodation in an apartment from £125 per week based on 2 sharing depending on season. Children between 0-2 years are free, children between 3 – 12 receive a 50% discount.

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Caribbean

Carlisle Bay, Antigua

Stay:		Carlisle Bay, Antigua
Location:		Carlisle Bay is a stunning property, situated on the south coast of Antigua and on one of the most striking beaches on the island. Its contemporary design and urban chic blend beautifully with its idyllic location with a backdrop of rolling hills and lush rainforest.
Accommodation:		80 suites from one to three bedrooms, consisting of Beach, Ocean and Carlisle Suites. All suites are contemporary in design and spacious with extras such as espresso machines, DVD/CD players and bedside fibre optic reading lights. Each suite enjoys fantastic ocean views from its private terrace or balcony.
Facilities:		Blue Spa with a range of extensive treatments, East restaurant offering exciting Asian food, Indigo on the Beach restaurant offering West Indian cuisine, seafood, grills and international cuisine, Three bars, Gym, Screening room, Library, Large free-form pool, Nine tennis courts, Yoga, Pilates. Complimentary watersports including snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, Scuba diving by arrangement, Kite-surfing, deep sea fishing and water-skiing also available nearby.
Childcare:		Kids club for children aged three to eleven years old. Nanny and baby sitting service
Travel:		9 hour non-stop flight, 30 mins transfer
Price guide:		From £2,469 per adult per week on a B&B basis including flights and private transfers.

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Almond Beach Village

Stay:		Almond Beach Village
Location:		Towards the northern end of the west coast, just 5 mins walk along the beach to lovely Speightstown, around 50 minutes drive from the airport. Situated on the site of an old sugar plantation, Almond Beach Village is a large property offering extensive facilities and excellent all inclusive value. The hotel is one of the few in the Caribbean to offer childcare from 6 mths, and so is very popular with families.
Accommodation:		330 rooms set in 32 acres of gardens - it really does feel very spacious and airy. All rooms have air conditioning, TV, radio, coffee maker and balcony or terrace. Superior Deluxe Rooms have a sitting area and a sofa bed with pool/garden or ocean views - the One Bedroom Suites have a separate living area, also with pool/garden or ocean views.
Facilities:		4 restaurants, 5 bars, 10 pools including 3 for adults only, 4 tennis courts, 9 hole par 3 golf course, 2 squash courts, fitness centre, watersports, supervised children's activity centre, games room, Beauty Salon, 2 whirlpools, nightclub. Spa facilities are available at Almond Beach Club (complimentary shuttle bus, treatments at extra cost).
Price guide:		From £1940pp for one week all inclusive from April - Nov.

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Coral Reef Club, St James

Stay:		Coral Reef Club, St James, Barbados
Location:		St James, West coast
Accommodation:		85 rooms and cottages with air-conditioning and balcony/terrace, on plantation style estate. Open air dining, spacious and stylish rooms. Atmosphere is sophisticated yet very friendly, and child welcoming. Set on world-famous St James beach with a variety of watersports and endless opportunities for lounging in the sun with a good book while the babies are amused by either a private nanny or in the creche/kids club.
For children:		Great facilities for all ages - children’s club, private nannies and lots of activities. NB. No children under 12 in Feb.
Best time to go:		January to May, avoid September/ October (hurricane season)
Car:		not essential
Travel:		9 hr flight west -4hrsGMT
Price guide:		From £2301 for 7 nights half board, including flights Children aged 2-11yrs sharing room with 2 adults pay £1077.

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Mauritius

Le Telfair

Stay:		Le Telfair
Location:		The former sugar plantation of Bel Ombre, in the secluded south of Mauritius, is the site of this magnificent newly developed resort. Le Telfair is set between the lush green slopes of the Bel Ombre Nature Reserve and the beach.
Acommodation:		158 colonial styled rooms and suites are spread throughout the palm studded gardens between the golf course and the ocean. All rooms have a verandah or balcony, and are air-conditioned. The 20 Junior Suites offer a lounge area and larger verandah while the 10 Senior and Ocean Suites also offer private dining room and guest facilities. The subtle shades and sheer linens combined with excellent butler service and outstanding facilities create an opulent atmosphere.
Facilities:		The main restaurant offers cosmopolitan cuisine, a seafood restaurant and the Chateau de Bel Ombre, bar, Six Senses Spa offering saunas, massages and a full range of treatments, Flood-lit tennis courts, Yoga, Table tennis, Windsurfing, Catmaran, Water-skiing, Pedalo, Snorkelling and 18 hole golf course.
Childcare:		Kids Club open from 10am - 10pm for children aged 2 to 11 years -on eof the few hotels of this standard to offer a club for this age group. Babysitting available, and nannies for younger children.
Travel time:		12 hr flight GBT+ 3/4 hrs, BA flat bed route in Club. World traveller plus also available. Air Mauritius also fly non stop with overnight flights both ways . 50 minute transfer.
Price guide:		From £1,695 - £2,055 per adult for one week including flights and accommodation in a Superior River View Room on a half board basis. Very good summer offer of free room for children plus a variety of free night offers.

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Maldives

Island Hideaway, Dhonakulhi

Stay:		Island Hideaway, Dhonakulhi
Location:		The Island Hideaway at Dhonakulhi sits on its own 1.4 kilometre long, crescent-shaped island, complete with lush green vegetation, long white beaches and an adjacent house reef.
Acommodation:		a selection of 43 spacious, private luxury villas some with their own pools, others with shared pools. This is a perfect island hideaway.
Travel:		12 hr direct flight to Male then 50 minute flight from Male and 15 minutes by speedboat.
Facilities:		Dhonakulhi has its own house reef 10-30 metres away plus over 20 fabulous untouched dive sites within a 5-60 minute range. Fully-equipped diving school. Library, Water Sports, Beach Volleyball, Sports Complex, Cycling & Jogging, Sunset and Big Game fishing, Cultural Excursions, Jewellery Boutique and Bazaar.
For children:		Tender Hearts Kids Club for ages 0 - 12 years
Price guide:		From £2000 per person for 7 nights including flights and transfers.

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Kanuhura Resort

Stay:		Kanuhura resort
Location:		Kanuhura is a resort set in the remote Lhaviyani Atoll in the North of the Maldives. The atoll is totally undeveloped with hundreds of uninhabited islands and unexplored dive sites.
Accommodation:		There are 117 elegant rooms, suites and over water villas, along with duplex villas (ideal for families) with private gardens, with every facility including a superb pool, spa and full water sports centre. Stylish décor, a relaxed and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Facilities:		Pool, spa, scuba, snorkelling, water skiing, tennis, squash, boat trips,in-villa dining, dive centre, fishing. Beautiful island hideaway.
Childcare:		Excellent complimentary children's club open to children of all ages. Book in advance.
Travel time:		12 hr direct flight from UK (with Sri Lankan airlines), 35 mins transfer by sea plane
Price guide:		7 nights low season from £2159 per person / 7 nights high season from £2699 per person

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Bandos

Stay:		Bandos
Location:		The lush island of Bandos is well situated, on North Male Atoll, just 20 minutes by speedboat from the airport and from Mahe.
Accommodation:		Established and enduringly popular resort offers 225 a/c rooms, most sea-facing. Choose between standard rooms and junior suites (Iarger with separate living area).
Facilities:		Excellent range of activities including various restaurants, tennis, squash, gym, pool, sailing, watersports, deep-sea fishing can be arranged. Particularly good for diving enthusiasts.
For children:		Supervised children's club and play area. Babysitting can be arranged.
Travel time:		12 hour direct flight; 20-minute transfer
Price guide:		From £945 pp for 7 nights b&b

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