The small island retreat of Olhuveli Beach & Spa is located on the tip of the beautiful South Malé Atoll in the Maldives. A sandy beach and shallow blue lagoon surround the island, making for an idyllic aquatic playground. Your child will also love the schools of fish that swim r...

comfortably, £14.99, ages 0–6 months, from Mothercare (www.mothercare.com). The Jane Fluid Bath Ring seat supports your baby in a sitting position with a suction base to hold it in place, £19.99, ages 6 months–7kg, from Babybits (www

Where?Paphos, near the birthplace of Aphrodite.Why go there?It enjoys the mildest temperatures on Cyprus – even winter temperatures may hit 20°C.Children will love... Super Aphrodite Water Park. Get in the water, on the water and under the water

Where? The largest of the Polynesian Islands set in the aquamarine waters of the Pacific Ocean.Why go there? The weather, enchanting marinelife, local culture and lots to keep children occupied.Children will love... Dolphin and whale spotting

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

Austria is breathtakingly beautiful, and the Grand Hotel Lienz, situated just five minutes from hiking trails, adventure parks, water sports and llama trekking, ensures families can make the most of everything it has to offer. Best of all, as part

is the island’s dry season, so Christmas is the perfect time to visit. With Christmas art activities, live music, a water balloon challenge and a magic show to entertain small ones, prices start from £247 per night for B&B in a Family Duplex. For more ideas

1 Freshen upSpring cleaning traditionally takes place when the weather is warm enough to open the windows and let the fresh air in. To make the task less daunting, break the task down in to small projects, and of course, many hands make light work

After being Highly Commended as a family-friendly hotel in our recent Junior Design Awards, Atlantis, The Palm is offering a host of fun summer camps to complement its superb facilities, which includes The Lost Chambers aquarium – filled with 65,000

Swap your ski jacket for waterskis with a stay at Beachcomber’s Shandrani Resort & Spa in Mauritius. Winner of the Junior Design Award 2011 for Best International Hotel, it’s an ideal option for active families because of its huge range of land