Beach holidays - for the ultimate family break in the sun
Whether it’s family fun, romance, pure relaxation, great watersports, or just a knock-out tan you’re after, beach holidays are hard to beat. Heading to a sunny resort in the Balearics or the Canaries, mainland Spain, the south of France or Portugal, you are virtually guaranteed sunshine, and are sure to find sandy beaches, palms, beach bars and beautifully refreshing water to help you soak away the stresses of modern life. Excellent beach holidays, at very competitive prices can also be enjoyed in Turkey, Bulgaria, Egypt and Israel. Longer haul destinations such as Florida, Jamaica, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Thailand or Australia, might appeal for those willing to fly further for the ultimate beach and the most memorable of holidays.

Beach holidays - accommodation to suit your individual needs
Families with young children are extremely well catered for in the leading resorts, with hotels often offering childcare, organising family entertainment and featuring pools and play areas. All inclusive beach holiday deals are worth considering if you don’t want the hassle of cooking and seeking services beyond your luxury hotel. However if families or couples desire a little more independence and the chance to explore local towns and villages themselves, it’s worth considering self-catering accommodation. Holidays spent in a character villa, with a pool and close to the beach, would be holiday heaven for many sun-seekers. Holidays in exotic island locations such Zanzibar, Mauritius and Koh Samui off Thailand can be booked with idyllic beach bungalow or beach huts as accommodation - a popular option with honeymoon couples.

Beach holidays - total relaxation or adventures beyond the beach
Spending your holidays at the beach opens up countless possibilities for you and your family. From the beautiful beaches of Tunisia you can book yourself onto a camel trekking excursion or take a jeep ride into the Sahara Desert. From the sandy shores of Thailand you can ride through jungle on elephants, visit golden temples or explore exquisite caves. Or if you’re down under in Queensland, Australia the unbelievable beaches are within easy reach of the world’s most famous coral reef region - the Great Barrier Reef. Holidays combining beach and the chance to snorkel, scuba dive or take a memorable glass-bottomed boat trip can’t fail to make your year.