Paddling in the sea and building sandcastles may have timeless appeal – and yet there comes a time when your family will be ready for a little more action. Children will then thrive on the opportunities to exert their independence and have a holiday

’Ja, the Japanese fusion restaurant on the beach or the romantic Chateau del Bel Ombre.What do you get for your money? Virgin Holidays offers seven nights from £1,699 per adult and £559 per private transfers. Tel: 0844 5573 861; www

Travel have all published responsible tourism policies. Thomson Holidays also has the Green Medal scheme.Look for hotels with eco-design The Gaia Napa Valley Hotel in California is a great example. Visit www.gaianapavalleyhotel.comBe eco-aware of your

restaurant to healthy versions of children’s favourites at the Tree House Café and light lunches with exotic fruit cocktails at the trendy XANA Beach Club. We can almost taste that martini already…Luxury family holidays at the Angsana Laguna Phuket start from

Everyone looks forward to a relaxing family holiday but it’s also important to be prepared for emergencies. We spoke to Dr. Laurence Gerlis and put together five health tips to help you stay safe while you’re away from home: HEALTH TIPS1. Plan ahead

Although the economy is picking up, holiday firms can still fail, so ensure your money is safe with the following advice:- Pay by credit card – you’ll be protected for flights over £100 by the Consumer Credit Act 1974 if your supplier goes bust

Mazagan Golf & Spa Resort, MoroccoLess than an hour’s drive South of Casablanca, the Mazagan resort is set in 250 hectares of undeveloped land, next to a beautiful seven kilometre stretch of sandy beach.Boasting three clubs welcoming children from three months to 17 years: The Ba...

children will feel as if they have entered a Susan Cooper fantasy novel. Beach Retreats offers stylish self-catering holiday properties ranging from tranquil beach houses to rugged cottages. One of these is 22 Zinc at Fistral – a two-bedroom apartment

holidays. Many companies now focus on adventure activities, cultural discovery and wildlife encounters for children as young as two, and they are evolving to meet the demands of modern families. It’s no longer always two parents and two children. Some

Hawaii is a fantastic family destination with everything from stargazing to whale watching. You could become a paniolo – a Hawaiian cowboy – for the day at one of the various ranches that are located across the islands, or visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to drive around the ...