Our annual family holiday is something we look forward to as soon as the previous one has come to an end and it's something we save up for all year round. It's so important for Jacek and I to instill a feeling of wanderlust upon our children and to make them love exploring new places just as much as we do.
There are so many stunning destinations dotted around Europe which are perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying some quality time together as a family. If you're a family who love to have some get up and go while on holiday, Activities Abroad have a whole host of activities that families can enjoy together while on holiday, such as white water rafting, snorkelling, kayaking and so much more. Their site is definitely worth checking out if you want to do more on holiday than just lay on the beach.
I'm sharing some of my favourite destinations, all of which I've holidayed at myself or that are on my wish list. All are destinations which I think are perfect perfect for enjoyable and both relaxing and active family holidays.
Croatia
Croatia
is an up and coming holiday destination for families and and one which
my family would love to visit for ourselves one day.
Croatia is perfect for families with it's uncrowded, beautiful beaches, historical treasures and sleepy villages, all sure to offer you and your loved ones a peaceful and relaxing holiday experience, but also offering adventure if that's what you're looking for!
With family activity holidays in Croatia offering things such as cycling, white water rafting, canoeing, walking, hiking and snorkelling around it's beautiful coastline, it really is a seaside holiday destination with a lot to offer for families who enjoy the outdoors.
Croatia is perfect for families with it's uncrowded, beautiful beaches, historical treasures and sleepy villages, all sure to offer you and your loved ones a peaceful and relaxing holiday experience, but also offering adventure if that's what you're looking for!
With family activity holidays in Croatia offering things such as cycling, white water rafting, canoeing, walking, hiking and snorkelling around it's beautiful coastline, it really is a seaside holiday destination with a lot to offer for families who enjoy the outdoors.
Crete, Greece
I went to Crete in July 2013 and we've both been longing to go back since. The island is perfect for family holidays and is just a four hour or so plane ride away from the UK and Ireland.
There are many great places to stay just a stones throw from the beach - perfect for little ones who like to play in the sand and swim in the warm waters around the island. Most places to stay are also just a short walk away from strips which offer everything you need from supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants and shops.
There is so much culture and history in Crete and lots of interesting places to visit such as Knossos - which Jacek and I visited during our stay - if you and your family like to do some sight-seeing whilst on holiday. If you fancy exploring the beautiful island and places of interest even more then hiring a car is a great idea. Rental Center Crete have some great and affordable options available and we used them when we visited Crete, highly recommend.
The people in Crete are all very friendly and accommodating to those with families, making the island the perfect holiday destination for you and your family.
There are many great places to stay just a stones throw from the beach - perfect for little ones who like to play in the sand and swim in the warm waters around the island. Most places to stay are also just a short walk away from strips which offer everything you need from supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants and shops.
There is so much culture and history in Crete and lots of interesting places to visit such as Knossos - which Jacek and I visited during our stay - if you and your family like to do some sight-seeing whilst on holiday. If you fancy exploring the beautiful island and places of interest even more then hiring a car is a great idea. Rental Center Crete have some great and affordable options available and we used them when we visited Crete, highly recommend.
The people in Crete are all very friendly and accommodating to those with families, making the island the perfect holiday destination for you and your family.
This is where we went on our first family holiday abroad back in 2014 and it was a fabulous destination for us.
The beaches are beautiful with their golden sands, caves and archways - perfect for little explorers and everything is close to hand with restaurants, shops, pharmacies being in close proximity to each other on the strips.
The Algarve is the perfect place to relax with your family - the weather is glorious, the family-friendly atmosphere is apparent wherever you go and the coastal views are simply stunning.
The beaches are beautiful with their golden sands, caves and archways - perfect for little explorers and everything is close to hand with restaurants, shops, pharmacies being in close proximity to each other on the strips.
The Algarve is the perfect place to relax with your family - the weather is glorious, the family-friendly atmosphere is apparent wherever you go and the coastal views are simply stunning.
Lanzarote, Canary Islands
This is where my family and I used to holiday when I was a child and I have the fondest memories of lying on the beaches there and watching the planes fly overhead (we used to stay very close to the airport).
The beaches in Lanzarote are very family-friendly and there is so much to see and do from visiting volcanoes, bike riding along the coast, visiting the vineyards or simply lounging by the pool. Lanzarote offers a whole lot of activities no matter what your family is into.
The climate in Lanzarote is especially lovely for those travelling with babies and toddlers as the mild breezes offer some relief from the sun.
The beaches in Lanzarote are very family-friendly and there is so much to see and do from visiting volcanoes, bike riding along the coast, visiting the vineyards or simply lounging by the pool. Lanzarote offers a whole lot of activities no matter what your family is into.
The climate in Lanzarote is especially lovely for those travelling with babies and toddlers as the mild breezes offer some relief from the sun.
Majorca, Balearic Islands
Majorca is a fabulous destination for families with it's laid-back beach resorts, beautiful beaches and stylish cities, this is an island which offers a whole lot of beauty for your buck.
This is an island I am yet to visit but my other half has been and thoroughly enjoyed his holiday there and would be more than happy to return to it's gorgeous beaches one day.
Majorca also offers activities for families such as paddleboarding, visiting the Arta Caves, kiteboarding, sailing and cycling in the Soller Valley.
Have you ever been to any of my recommended European seaside destinations? Which would be your favourite out of the five to visit?
This is an island I am yet to visit but my other half has been and thoroughly enjoyed his holiday there and would be more than happy to return to it's gorgeous beaches one day.
Majorca also offers activities for families such as paddleboarding, visiting the Arta Caves, kiteboarding, sailing and cycling in the Soller Valley.
Have you ever been to any of my recommended European seaside destinations? Which would be your favourite out of the five to visit?
Majorca is somewhere that I love and is perfect for a family holiday, the beaches are fab. I really want to visit Croatia and Greece x
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