Perfect for...local cultureGet to know the locals on the lovely Caribbean island of Grenada. Families staying at the Maca Bana Villas can try an ocean kayaking adventure, make jewellery or weave baskets while listening to local folk

sports are concerned. Another unlikely family ski destination is Bulgaria; somewhere that once evoked images of a rather primitive ski experience, but now offers adventure and activity both on and off the slopes. The Adventure Company is offering a great

as the aquarium, there’s a new crazy golf course, an adventure playground and a café that does the best fresh tropical fruit smoothies ever.A big treat for all of us was the Atlantis submarine – for me, it was the sensation of being in a submarine

watersports, boules,rambling, birdwatching and cycling can also be arranged, and the hotelhas an outdoor play area and a heated pool.Food is classical but contemporary, with a children’s menu, too, and special high tea.Evengetting here is an adventure, either

the majority of cruises are in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, new routes are always opening up. Italian line Costa Cruises has adventurous itineraries on family-friendly ships, with cruises out of Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore and Mauritius – great