This resort was created for the 1992 Winter Olympics, but after the snow has melted, activities available include a circus school, swimming, basketball, volleyball, football, boules, fencing, tennis, walking, climbing, cycling, mountain biking

There could hardly be a more welcome gift to the grandparents then some time with your children. Family-run company Grand Breaks have a range of exciting ideas including cycling in Ashdown Forest in East Sussex and kayaking on the Beaulieu River

Renowned for its sweeping coastal views and lush hills, Devon is one UK destination benefitting from the ash cloud as bookings are up 70 per cent. From fossil hunting on the Jurassic Coast to cycle trails, there is simply loads to do. Visit

The nearby water park boasts 140 lakes to cycle around and a sandy beach. There’s also The Cotswold Wildlife Park that’s home to big cats and white rhinos. The Priory Inn is very child-friendly and has a delicious home-cooked children’s menu. Book a

There are a variety of robust outdoor family activities to enjoy in and around Reykjavik including horse riding and cycling, and children will love bathing at one of the many thermal pools in the city. Families will also enjoy visiting Reykjavik

Tree Lodge on the ground floor sleeps four). The village of Lakeside is a short walk for the Aquarium of the Lakes, the Lakeside to Haverthwaite Steam Railway and the Gondola (for lake trips). Grizedale Forest is a wonderful walking and cycling area

), parties, cookery lessons, truffle hunting, cycling outings and visits to local historic towns.Borgo San Biagio is available for groups of 16 from £3,153 to £6,350, and groups of 20 from £3,800 to £7,495 per week through CV Travel. Tel: 020 7401 1039.

include cycling, pony-trekking and lake boat rides. A week in the new Gatehouse – a three-bedroom cottage – starts from £145 per night, including dinner and B&B.Tel: 01539 432375

Tired of children glued to games consoles? Then whisk them away to a desert island in the Maldives with Elegant Resorts Island Hideaway. All the rooms are located on the beach, and the children’s club includes activities like island cycle rides

on longtail boats and sea kayaking around the dramatic limestone cliffs and towers that characterise this coastal stretch, or cycling in the rain forest.Seven nights for a family of four in an Anantara suite costs from £2,100.For more details, tel: 00 66 7520