DESTINATIONS OCTOBER FAMILY HOLIDAYS RIGHT: Halloween fun
at Sanguli park, Costa Dorada
FAR RIGHT:
Fenicia Prestige Suites & Spa, Ibiza
BELOW:
Atmosphere Kanifushi,
the Maldives
ASK THE EXPERT
Nicky Shafe, marketing manager, Prestige Holidays “Our pick for families during October half-term are Sicily and the Canaries. This year, we’ve introduced Fuerteventura, and if the fact the latest Star Wars was filmed there isn’t enough, it has huge appeal as a winter- sun destination for families, with an impressive 152 white-sand beaches and exceptional water sports. We have two great, beachfront family options: Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahia Real and Sheraton Fuerteventura, both with kids’ clubs, multiple swimming pools and family rooms.”
park, to name a few, plus you can nab discounts of up to 40% at all Al Fresco parks for September and October. But if you’ve got a family wanting to push the boat out and go a little more exotic, look to Elegant Hotels’ five- star Tamarind property in Barbados. The resort will be hosting a Marvels v Villains programme of activities over the half-term with spooky t-shirt design sessions, a Dracula-themed baking session and an outdoor scary movie night among its highlights.
w THAT’S A DEAL School holidays might be busier than term time but there are still bargains to be had. Close to home, active specialist HF Holidays is offering an under-18s-go-free deal on its Exmoor Family Walking Adventure. It includes four nights at the scenic, National Trust property Holnicote House from £558 per person full-board starting October 22, including guided walks
The Maldives take longer to get to, but there’s guaranteed sun, sea the colour of blue curacao, and good-value deals
and optional excursions to the likes of picturesque Lynmouth. For those after slightly sunnier skies, look to Ibiza. Classic Collection Holidays is offering a complimentary upgrade to half-board, free child place and reduced room rates at the five- star Insotel Fenicia Prestige Suites & Spa. Prices start from £5,430 for four sharing a junior suite from October 21. “Children can enjoy their own pool and seasonal mini club, while adults can indulge in a fabulous thermal area
at the prestige spa,” says Gary Boyer, head of purchasing for the operator. “And the resort of Santa Eulalia is one of the most family-friendly in Ibiza.” If that’s not quite far enough,
suggest Dubai, says Gold Medal. Family favourite Atlantis the Palm is letting under-12s stay free in half-term, and there’s plenty on hand to keep them occupied, including the nearby Aquaventure Waterpark and Lost Chambers Aquarium, which guests get complimentary access to. Looking to get more exotic still?
The Maldives might take longer to get to, but there’s a comprehensive family offering once you’re there, plus guaranteed sun, sea the colour of blue curacao, and some good-value deals to bag in October. Caribtours recommends Atmosphere Kanifushi on the Lhaviyana Atoll for one of the best-value options this half-term. Alongside the usual array of extras under its all-inclusive package
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