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From beach escapes to safaris, there’s a host of great options for after the vows are over, finds Alice Barnes-Brown
ife’s milestones don’t necessarily follow the traditional order of wedding, honeymoon and birth of a first child. It’s increasingly common for couples
to have children before getting married – so you might have to factor kids into their first getaway as newlyweds. The number of clients looking at honeymoons for more
than two people is slowly growing. Research by Prezola, which creates online wedding registries and honeymoon funds, found 14% of those surveyed were considering a ‘buddymoon’ or ‘familymoon’. Whether couples prefer to keep the kids close or are happy to spend time separately, there’s a trip to keep every member of the family happy.
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1 Sublime Sardinia
Sardinia is fabulous for families wanting a ‘minimoon’, with topaz seas ripe for water babies and fussy-eater-friendly food. Suggest the Forte Village resort, a collection of eight hotels, 13 villas and 40 suites. All properties share a stunning (and safe) beach, so families can choose between spreading out on the sand or relaxing by one of the nine swimming pools. The Children’s Wonderland runs activities for all ages, from Barbie experiences to go-karting, giving newlyweds plenty of time to explore the isle, take a thalassotherapy treatment or savour a meal by chef Heinz Beck, whose three-Michelin-starred dining is the
perfect recipe for a romantic evening. Book it: Citalia offers a five-night half-board stay at the Hotel Bouganville in Forte Village from £4,769 for a family of four, including transfers and flights. The price is based on a
May 25, 2025, departure and is valid for bookings made this year.
citalia.com
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Starry-eyed safari
Camping out under a canopy of stars and being lulled to sleep by a chorus of crickets is certain to make for a memorable stay for all ages – which is why Families Worldwide has a wildlife-watching itinerary in Zambia that the whole family is sure to love. Based in the 3,500-square-mile South Luangwa National Park, kids and grown-ups can keep their eyes peeled for wildebeests, giraffes, zebras, hippos, elephants, leopards and other big-ticket wildlife as they journey through grassy landscapes. Morning game drives are preceded by a light breakfast, while in the afternoons, there is time to chill before heading out for early-evening wildlife
tours with sundowners (or soft drinks). Book it: Eight days’ full-board starts at £3,095 for adults and £2,195 for children, including park passes, listed excursions, flights and transfers, departing between
October 1 and December 1, 2025.
familiesworldwide.co.uk
travelweekly.co.uk
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