The soft white sands of St Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean have always appealed to parents seeking relaxation. But now the islands are just as enticing for children, thanks to the new Kids ‘r’ VIPs scheme where they can try anything from pottery to playing in a steel band or wil...

For unique interior design, check out the kooky and award-winning fabric and wallpaper company Nono. As well as gorgeous designs and digital images for adults, the designs that are now also on offer for children’s spaces are innovative, stylish

With private butlers, a lovely 1km white sand beach and Sanctuary Spa, The Residence in Mauritius is renowned for its ability to soothe the stresses of its adult guests. But children also receive star treatment at the Planters Kids Club. Open from 9

Participating hotels have a tailored package called Family Ties, where children receive a welcome pack and are provided with bathrobes, slippers and have their very own concierge service. Prices start at £580 (+VAT) for two adults and two children

Set in 13 acres of secluded grounds, the eight idyllic cottages of Glynn Barton in north Cornwall are dedicated to making holidays fun for children – and relaxing for parents. And it doesn’t matter how young your children are as there’s even a five-day baby swimming course for ba...

Run by sisters Mops and Issie, Molly Dishwasher's hut is named after their mother’s favourite bird (aka the pied wagtail) and is perched in 70 acres of meadows and woodland in East Sussex. The hut has a wood burner, stylish interior, while a soothing power shower is just yards aw...

Set to a backdrop of clear blue skies and the mythical birthplace of the Greek goddess of love, the resort of Aphrodite Hills has a plethora of plentiful diversions to keep the whole family amused, from sports and spas to the fun-packed Pirates’ Village children’s club. There’s a...

If you’re looking to recreate the traditional holiday by the sea, you couldn’t choose a more perfect location than the sunny fishing harbour of Brixham in South Devon. This spacious five-bedroom house, part of Blue Chip Holidays, has stylish accommodation, as well as a play area ...

Set amid the old-style charms of the Cotswolds, Bruern Cottages are the perfect combination of quaint charm and homely luxury. Owned by the Hon Judy Astor, the cluster of a dozen residences were formerly stables, though you’d never guess it by the sumptuous interiors – Colefax An...

As an added incentive, Explore has introduced Single Parent Departures on selected dates in 2009 for one adult plus children, to completely do away with the worry that everybody else will be a couple. An enticing example of the holidays on offer