Family Friendly Luxury Getaways- Short Haul
Looking for a luxury short haul family getaway this summer but no idea where to go? Here are our top 6 luxury family resorts/villas that have something for the whole family to enjoy!
1. Sun Gardens- Dubrovnik, Croatia
A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Sun Gardens in Dubrovnik is a ideal family getaway. With spacious rooms and residences with 3/4 bedrooms that can cater to all family needs its an ideal family getaway. Sun Gardens is set along the Adriatic coast with access to both pool and beach facilities. They also have a whole host of activities for kids of all ages in the Marco Polo kids club, from drone finder, 3D puzzles and escape activities they have something to keep them busy during the day and evening.
2. Pine Cliff's Resort- Algarve, Portugal
Voted Europe's best family resort, Pine Cliff's in the Algarve has a huge selection of activities for all the family to enjoy from an array of water-sports, a health & fitness club, a tennis academy and also a golf course there is something for everyone. The resort is situated close to Falésia Beach, considered by Conde Nast Traveler to be in the top 3 most beautiful beaches of Portugal and Spain and has a private area for hotel guests.
3. Daios Cove Mansion- Crete, Greece
A private luxury house sleeping 6 people within the Daios Cove resort. It has a private pool, spa, gym and an exclusive kids club. The house comes with private staff quarters, however you are able to access Dios Cove resort itself and visit the three restaurants on site with extensive kids menus. The house has easy access to the beautiful sandy cove below.
4. Terre Blanche Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort- Provence, South of France
Terre Blanche offers understated luxury, with superb restaurants, two championship golf course, a pool and a beautiful spa its ideal for a relaxing family break. Set in the large private estate of Domaine de Terre Blanche it feels more like a village than a resort. Located close to the Cote d'Azur, its also surrounded by historic market towns and villages. Ideal for a long weekend exploring the local sights.
5. Borgo Egnazia- Puglia, Italy
Borgo Egnazia is one of the Mediterranean’s most luxurious hotels. Set within 20 hectares along the Puglian coast of Southern Italy, it's perfect for couples as well as families wanting to take advantage of the well-appointed children's club. The kids club is situated in the Borgo and is known locally as Trullalleri. It is a fantastic custom designed space for children embracing the traditional lives of the local Apulians and what typifies this region of Italy. The club caters for children aged eight months - 7 years. The resort also has lots of beautiful restaurants as well as a Michelin star restaurant serving traditional Italian cuisines.
6. Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay- Talamanca, Ibiza
Located within Talamanca Bay, the Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay has 152 designer rooms and suites, a Six Senses spa, kids club, and two freshwater swimming pools.The hotel has excellent restaurants to choose from, and includes the islands only Nobu Japanese fusion restaurant.The hotel also has direct access to the sea where you can hire paddle boards from the hotel, if motorised water-sports are more your thing there are a couple of companies within walking distance that can provide a range of options as well as hiring a boat to explore with the family.