Set on the prestigious Playa de Bavaro at the far-east tip of the Dominican Republic, the Paradisus Palma Real has a backdrop of crystal-clear waters lapping pristine white-sand beaches, towering palm trees, stunning gardens and magnificent

Ranch ’n’ Beach holiday with one week at Paws Up, then a stop in Boston, and another five nights at Cape Cod – from £9,200 for a family of four. Loved Montana and Cape Cod, why not give Awesome Orlando a try?

for your best chance to spot  Common and Grey seals, which sometimes come right up to boats.4 Chesil Beach in Dorset is most well known for fossils but you can also go hunting at Whitehaven in Cumbria, Staithes in West Yorkshire and Hastings in Sussex.5

1 PebblesLook at the pebbles on the beach and see if you can match them to the rocks in the nearby cliffs. Large pebbles are great for making beach art or even just for spelling out a child’s name. Collect large smooth pebbles to make paperweights

Few places are more child-friendly than Cornwall, whether it’s learning to surf, enjoying a pirate-themed boat trip or finding out about the planet at the Eden Project. For adventures with a difference, visit Marazion beach, which reputedly has

of the Douro River. The city of Oporto is also a World Heritage Centre blessed with warm weather and a hillside location that provides stunning vistas. It’s also close to gorgeous white sand beaches that are packed with activities for children.For another

’s national parks or a visit to Copacabana beach with its spectacularly fun sea slides.Parents will love... Island-hopping trips to gems such as Lokrum with its tranquil botanic gardens or exploring beautiful Dubrovnik itself – the Museum of Modern Art has

or watch turtles nesting at Rekawa beach. We've got lots of other wildlife watching ideas and adventures for your family in the Travel section of our website. 

saving), including access to the resort’s facilities.  With BA, Easyjet, Monarch and Aegean increasing the number of flights to Cyprus, it is the perfect time to visit. The Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol is a fabulous place to stay with lots of activities

Where? Havana.Why go there? It’s a vibrant city steeped in history with stunning architecture, great music and kicking cocktails.Children will love... The lively streets have a carnival atmosphere and puppet theatres. There are also beaches