Our most popular family holiday destinations include Spain (Majorca, Costa del Sol, Tenerife), Portugal’s Algarve, Greece, Turkey and the Canary Islands. For those looking beyond Europe, Florida and Dubai are excellent for families seeking sunshine and adventure. These destinations offer family-friendly resorts, kids’ facilities, and plenty of things to do—perfect for families travelling with toddlers through to teens.

To secure the best deals on family holidays—especially free child places and family-sized rooms—it’s best to book early. We recommend booking 6–12 months in advance, particularly for school holiday dates such as Easter, summer and October half term. Early booking gives you the best choice of accommodation, flight times, and value-added extras.

Yes, many of our family holiday packages include fantastic kids’ clubs, family entertainment, and daytime activities. Resorts such as TUI Blue for Families, Holiday Villages, and Iberostar Hotels are especially popular with families looking for a safe, engaging and fun-filled environment for children of all ages.

Absolutely. All-inclusive family holidays are ideal for those wanting excellent value and a stress-free experience. Meals, snacks, drinks and entertainment are all included, making budgeting easy and the holiday even more enjoyable. Many of our all-inclusive family resorts also offer kids’ pools, splash zones and daily activities.

Yes—we have access to thousands of free child places with leading tour operators including Jet2holidays, TUI and easyJet Holidays. These are some of the best-value family holiday deals available, and they’re always in high demand. Free child places are available on selected packages and are limited—booking early is the best way to secure one for your preferred dates and destination.

We offer a wide range of family holidays that include access to exciting waterparks either on-site or nearby. These are ideal for active families looking for fun-filled days in the sun. Top destinations include Majorca, Turkey, the Algarve and the Canary Islands. Some resorts even include unlimited access to nearby waterparks as part of your holiday.

Yes—we specialise in family holidays of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re travelling as a family of five, with grandparents, or planning a multi-generational trip, we can arrange family suites, interconnecting rooms, villas or apartments. We also offer help with group flight bookings, airport transfers, and bespoke touches for birthdays or special occasions.

Every traveller, including babies and children, must have a valid passport. Depending on your destination, you may also require a visa or additional entry documents. If one parent is travelling alone with a child, some countries require a consent letter from the other parent. Our travel team will advise you on exactly what you need before you travel.

We suggest packing a mix of activities such as colouring books, games, downloaded films, snacks and toys. Booking early means better choice of flight times, which can help avoid overtired travellers. Many airlines also offer child-friendly inflight entertainment or activity packs.

We understand that every family is different, and so is every holiday. At Thorne Travel, our experienced team will listen to your needs and match you with the best options—whether that’s a beachfront all-inclusive with kids’ clubs, a villa with space for everyone, or a theme park holiday with a magical twist. We offer thousands of free child places, exclusive offers, and a personalised service that takes the stress out of family travel.