Looking for a family-friendly holiday you’ll ALL enjoy? From clubs for teens to brilliant babysitting services, a break at these hotels has something for everyone
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- Choose from the most dazzling stretches of shoreline in the world
What takes a family holiday from enjoyable to unforgettable?
Is it an amazing destination or the quality time you get to spend together? Keeping the children entertained? Or making sure mum and dad get some relaxation, too?
Of course, a great family holiday is a combination of them all.
It’s about choosing just the right hotel or resort, packed with entertainment for all ages, and having everything taken care of, so all you have to do is relax.
British Airways Holidays has handpicked those special hotels and resorts for families.
They bring together spectacular stretches of coastline, gourmet restaurants, kids’ clubs and fun-filled activities for all ages. But that’s not all. At the carefully curated selection of hotels you’ll find indulgent spas, secret bars and impressive golf courses, as well as babysitting services, kids’ menus and all topped off with British Airways Holidays’ trusted service.
You can reserve your well-deserved holiday with deposits starting from just £60 per person and pay the balance in as few or many installments as you like*.
All package bookings are ATOL-protected and include a 23kg baggage allowance per person. Plus If your holiday is impacted by a major travel restriction, you can cancel for a full and speedy refund*.
There is also a 24-hour helpline if you need any assistance on your trip, and if your plans change or the unexpected happens, they will prioritise getting you home as soon as possible. So all you have to do is concentrate on making memories.
Here is the British Airways Holidays pick of great places to stay with the whole family this summer.
Mallorcan moments
Dreams Calvia Mallorca boasts spectacular views of the island’s stunning coast
Relaxation and fun go hand in hand at Dreams Calvia Mallorca
Surrounded by fragrant pines and towering palms, Dreams Calvia Mallorca boasts spectacular views of the stunning Mallorcan coast.
This family sanctuary offers newly refurbished, bright interiors, with sleek design and a touch of luxury. You can even upgrade to the Preferred Club to access exclusive areas with incredible views.
Take in the views every morning from your balcony room
There’s something for everyone here; children will love the play area, the Explorer’s Club and the nearby Marineland, while teenagers disappear to the adventure park. Looking for a quiet moment? Recline on the shaded Balinese beds or head for an indulgent massage in the spa for an afternoon of bliss.
When evening comes, further temptation awaits with Asian flavours at Himitsu, tastes from Spain at Pintxos Gastro and Italian delicacies at La Trattoria.
After dinner, live music will get you on your feet, dancing off the excitement of a day well spent. Or enjoy a romantic sunset with a front-row seat at the adults-only Oceana cocktail bar, with a cocktail in hand and toes in the sand.
Click HERE to book your holiday at Dreams Calvia Mallorca.
A sanctuary in Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia promises long-haul glamour at Windjammer Landing
Children will love their time at Windjammer Landing – and the ice cream shop is just one of the reasons why!
Fancy a trip to far-off shores?
Saint Lucia promises long-haul glamour at Windjammer Landing. Tucked between the cobalt waters and the rolling verdant hills, this idyllic resort is set on a breathtaking coral beach, and every room boasts impressive ocean vistas.
Interiors are shaded in soft blues and touches of mocha, while dreamy white architecture and lush manicured gardens set an impressive scene for an unforgettable family getaway.
Discover the vibrant world under the water with a spot of snorkelling or diving
Stay in the magnificent family villas and begin your mornings with yoga on the shore before enjoying an al fresco lunch at beachside Embers, or a refreshing drink in the cool of the 96 Degrees in the Shade bar.
In the afternoons, race across the waves on a windsurf, explore the vibrant world below the surface on snorkelling expeditions or discover waterfalls in the rainforest of the Piton Mountains.
In the evening there’s plenty of entertainment for everyone including the little ones and teens, and even a nanny service so you can enjoy a worry-free dinner just for two.
Click HERE to book your holiday at Windjammer Landing.
Arabian nights
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Enjoy a mimosa at the famous Cafe del Mar
Arabian sunsets, sugary white sands and modern luxury sum up these two Hilton resorts in the United Arab Emirates.
Aquamarine pools provide hours of aquatic fun for the children and everyone will love the poolside al fresco dining.
In buzzing Abu Dhabi, at the Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, entertainment is taken care of with inclusive entry to one Yas Island Theme Park per day.
After a morning of relaxation by the pool, or mimosas at the famous Cafe del Mar, head to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros. World™ for a day of adventure.
The stunning Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island
The Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island offers a large infinity pool, fun club for kids and teens, a spa and water sports centre
On the exclusive man-made Marjan island, in the pristine emirate of Ras al Khaimah, the Hampton by Hilton lies on 750 metres of white sand. Offering a large infinity pool, fun club for kids and teens, a spa and water sports centre.
The Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island is the largest Hampton by Hilton in the world and the first to offer an All Inclusive concept. There are seven restaurants and bars including CLAW BBQ American cuisine and Karma Kafe by Buddha Bar, as well as food and beverage trucks on the beach.
And it’s perfect for families thanks to interconnecting rooms, fun kids’ clubs, beach volleyball and even a bouncy castle which little ones will love.
Click HERE to book your holiday at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island and HERE to book a getaway at Hampton By Hilton Marjan Island – Ras Al Khaimah.
Caribbean skies
At Mexico’s glamorous Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa, Quintana Roo, enjoy the magnificence of the Mayan Riviera from white-sand shores
With bars with thatched roofs and restaurants with panoramic views, it’s the perfect environment to create memories that will last a lifetime
Miles of dazzling sands, endless expanses of azure skies and amazing vistas of crystalline turquoise waters await in the Caribbean.
If cocktails on the shore, al fresco dining with a view, six sparkling pools, and days filled with activities and indulgent spa sessions sounds like your style, visit the Grand Palladium Resorts.
At Mexico’s glamorous Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa, Quintana Roo, enjoy the magnificence of the Mayan Riviera from white-sand shores. With kids’ clubs and direct beach access for the children, bars with thatched roofs and restaurants with panoramic views for the grown-ups, it’s the perfect environment to create memories that will last a lifetime.
In the Dominican Republic, the luxurious Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino is settled upon equally gleaming sands
Children will love the aquatic park at Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino
In the Dominican Republic, the luxurious Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino is settled upon equally gleaming sands just moments from spectacular coral reefs.
Children will love the aquatic park and the evening shows, and you’ll always find somewhere to eat with a dine-around programme that takes in Grand Palladium’s two sister hotels, offering 15 restaurants in total to choose from.
And don’t miss the Zentropia Palladium Spa & Wellness for a little extra indulgence.
Click HERE to book your holiday at Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa and HERE to book a getaway at Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino.
The British Airways Holidays difference…
Family adventures are easy when you travel with British Airways Holidays.
Not only will you be taking your pick from some of their favourite resorts , you can enjoy great extras, like child-friendly menus that make your getaway even more special.
And at various times of the year, some hotels even offer free child places where the children can stay free with a paying adult. It’s everything you need to make your holiday unforgettable.
*T&Cs apply. Deposit balance due 7 weeks in advance for long haul and 28 days in advance for short haul. Travel restrictions may apply If BAH cannot fulfil your holiday, you will receive a full refund within 14 days. For definition of major travel restrictions and full terms and conditions visit ba.com/holidays
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