Broaden your child’s horizons with an idyllic Indian Ocean family holiday and enjoy close encounters of the natural kind in the warm waters of the Maldives, Seychelles, or Mauritius. Hours of fun on the white sands and memorable cultural experiences await.
The weather in many of the Indian Ocean’s archipelagos can be magnificent all year round, but we believe the best time is between November and March. While the ‘monsoon season’ spreads through the summer months, it usually only ever rains for about an hour at a time and low-season means more value for summer holidays! Snorkelling and diving are especially enjoyable in April and October, when the water temperatures are around 28°c.
Whether your destination of choice is the Maldives or Mauritius, you’ll find plenty to do with your family. White sand beaches, turquoise ocean and luscious palm forests are abundant wherever you stay. But you don’t just have to be on the coast to have fun. With hikes, nature trails, climbing and cycling, you can explore every inch of paradise.
Lucy
Travel Specialist
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JOALI Maldives
Lavish in luxury at this spectacular hotel in the Maldives
- Save 35% on Two, Three and Four Bed Villas
Ikos Olivia
Escape to this newly refurbed ultra all-inclusive resort in stunning Halkidiki
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Porto Sani
Experience Mediterranean living in style at this luxury family friendly resort in Halkidiki
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Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi
Enjoy the festive season at this classic Arabian 5-star hotel in Abu Dhabi
- Spend Christmas in the warm Arabian sunshine
- Exclusive access to The EP Club for extra benefits
Ikos Porto Petro
Spend a luxury family holiday at this new ultra all-inclusive resort in Mallorca
- Save 10% on ultra all-inclusive accommodation
Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
Bring in the New Year in the Arabian sunshine at this fabulous hotel in Ras Al Khaimah
Atlantis, The Palm
Enjoy a family Half Term break at this spectacular hotel in Dubai
- Complimentary access to Aquaventure Waterpark
- Half term sunshine break
Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives
Dining at The Crab Shack is a must at this lively Maldives Resort
- Save 30% on accommodation
- Complimentary half board
Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives
Step into this barefoot paradise resort in the Maldives located on a long-stretch of sun-drenched beaches
- May Half Term
- Save 30% on accommodation
- Complimentary half board
- Complimentary half board
One&Only Le Saint Géran
Spend your summer holiday at this beautiful Mauritian resort!
- Early booking discount
- Book 90 days or more in advance
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
Vila Vita Parc
Spend your summer holiday at this family friendly resort in the Algarve
- Save 10% on accommodation
St Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas
Spend May half term in Crete at this luxury family friendly resort set on a peninsula
- Save 20% on accommodation
- May Half Term holiday price
Family Holidays by Age
Whether you’re travelling with a baby, intrepid toddlers or adventurous teens, we understand that your needs will be different. Browse our best luxury holidays for families of all ages or speak to our Travel Specialists for some more advice and information.
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