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Luxury holidays with the family are a splendid way to enjoy each other without hurry and stress. For family friendly luxury holidays, consider the following locations.

Tenerife holidays

As the biggest of all the Canary Islands, this Spanish territory has something for everyone. Luxury Tenerife holidays with animal lovers should include Loro Park. This wildlife park contains many species of animals and boasts the world’s largest collection of parrots. For water lovers who hate beach sand, try Tenerife’s water parks, Aqualand or Siam Park. Budding scientists can visit the Izana Observatory in Mount Tiede National Park and gaze at the heavens or Tenerife’s famous volcano, Mount Tiede.

Seychelles holidays

Seychelles holidays on this picturesque archipelago of 115 islands east of the African coast have long been considered for honeymoon or romantic getaways. Increasingly, however, families are discovering Seychelles can be both a romantic getaway and a family holiday. Hotels featuring kids clubs that offer activities such as sand castle building, glass bottom boat tours and swimming activities will allow parents time for themselves. Self-catering rentals on secluded beachfront locations are ideal for families to lounge about or play as they please.

Maldives holidays

Maldives is not just for honeymooners anymore. Azure waters, white sandy beaches, lush landscapes and lazy ocean breezes await your whole family. With over 1,000 mini paradise islands spread throughout, finding perfect luxury holidays for the whole family can seem overwhelming.

When travelling with children, make sure that resorts touting a family-friendly environment have plenty for children of all ages.  There are many resort that feature kids camps packed with activities for children from age 3 to age 12.  Still other resorts will feature teen versions of adult activities such as dance clubs, water activities or tours.

Luxury holidays offering peaceful, serene surroundings are a great way to spend quality time and reconnect with loved ones. The most difficult task will be which of these luxury holidays to choose.

If you would like to explore Croatia accompanied by a local expert, you should seek the help of one of the guided tour companies. Small groups of tourists can comfortably enjoy guided tours of towns, beaches, and historic buildings and markets. Exploring Croatia in a group also gives you the chance to become acquainted with like-minded individuals.

There are tours taking in Diocletian’s Palace in Split, visits to local winemakers, exploring the island of Hvar and windsurfing at Zlatni-Rat Beach, all in one day. There are also tours that last for as long as ten days, taking in all the fabulous sights of the coast of Split and sailing the Mediterranean, hopping between the islands off the coast.

One advantage of taking guided tours is that the guides are either locals or foreigners who have settled for many years in Croatia and know every nook and cranny of the islands. Many of the guided tour operators also cater for people who are travelling alone and wish to stay in single accommodation, though it will cost a little more.

Visitors are never far from opportunities to spend their travel money in Ho Chi Minh City with shopping choices from cheap locally made goods to high-end luxury brand names.  There are numerous fake copies of the famous brand names to watch out for!

In the centre of the city, in District One, there are several shopping centres and the very popular Ben Thanh Market.

Ben Thanh Market

This centrally located market has a wide range of goods for sale including souvenirs, shoes, jewellery, fabric, clothing, household goods and food.  Goods are cheap although bargaining is encouraged, as many stalls have fixed prices.

Diamond Plaza

The Diamond Plaza is a good place to go for brand name cosmetics, good quality luggage, leather goods, footwear and clothing.  Upstairs there is a small area offering a selection of quick food and downstairs an excellent Highlands Coffee where you can linger awhile over a delicious steaming cup of coffee and watch the activities out on the street.

Saigon Centre

Three restaurants on the ground floor offer good dining and people-watching opportunities.  Highlands Coffee is an excellent place to spot overloaded motorbikes and marvel at the skill of the locals to juggle wares!  Upstairs there is a range of clothing, books and homewares.

Tax Department Store

This department store has an excellent range of souvenirs along with jewellery, electronics, clothing and even a supermarket.

Parkson Plaza

The plaza offers high-end clothing, luggage, homewares and cosmetics, along with a small supermarket.

Vincom Centre

The new, swanky, Vincom Centre is one of the best places in Ho Chi Minh City to buy luxury goods.  There is also a supermarket in the basement and a large range of food outlets to dine at.  A games arcade will keep children entertained for hours.

The Mediterranean islands have long been a popular destination for holidaymakers. Now, more choices than ever are available to all travellers.  The beaches of Croatia and nearby islands in the Adriatic Sea have much to enjoy. The island of Hvar, in particular has a good reputation.  With its mild weather, hot summer nights, beautiful beaches, natural landscape and picturesque port town, a holiday to Hvar offers decent value for money.

Hvar is located off the Dalmatian coast with ferry access from the Croatian ports of Split and Drvenik.  For those travelling by air, Split, Dubrovnik and the nearby island of Brac provide the nearest airports.  Hvar is the perfect spot for a beach holiday, but the more adventurous might want to head inland, which is rich in vegetation and attraction. This includes vineyards, olive groves, rugged hills and pine forests.  It is also famous for wild lavender, which can be found growing all over the island.

Guided walking tours, wine-tasting and boat hire are just some of the activities available. The capital city Hvar comes alive at night with many bars and restaurants based around the famous town square, which dates back to the 13th century.  The island is rich in culture with a long history as a trading post. Notable landmarks include the fortress overlooking the city and the Cathedral of St Stephen.  There is a good selection of hotels at reasonable prices, many with seafront views, while the Dalmacija beach lodge offers a great alternative for those who want to go to the beach during the day and to party by night.

With luxury accommodation becoming available and the island’s increasing popularity, Hvar isn’t quite the gentle retreat it once was, but cheap holidays can still be found.  With its sublime Adriatic beaches, good food and relaxed air, it’s more than a match for many of its more famous Mediterranean rivals.