With the Easter holidays just around the corner, we bring you our favourite last-minute family holiday destinations for you to consider if you’re looking forward to spending some quality time with the kids during the two-week school break.

 

Lakeside living for all ages at Evian Resort

Family holiday destinations for EasterWhere? Evian Resort, France

Why go? Perched along the shore of Lake Geneva, Evian Resort is at the heart of celebrated spa town Evian-les-Bains which has played host to a glittering list of clientele spanning royalty, celebrities and notables over the course of two centuries. Comprising two hotels – Hotel Royal and Hotel Ermitage – it caters to families with children of all ages with a designated ‘Kid’s Resort’ from 4 months to 16 years, with five bespoke programmes to cater for each age group. The ‘Baby Resort’ is exclusively for the littlest guests aged 4 to 36 months and comes complete with a play area, bottle preparation room, changing room and nap room whilst childcare professionals craft thoughtful play to while away the day. Children and teens up to 16 can take advantage of a host of activities on offer from cookery classes, to arts and crafts to even a ski sojourn into the mountains. Depending on their age, the end of their stay will culminate in a performance for parents and guardians to enjoy.

Children get extra special treatment all year long – accommodation is free of charge for children up to 13 years inclusive (when they share their parents’ room – subject to room category). A 50% discount on the applicable rate is granted for those who prefer a separate room, whilst breakfast is also free of charge.

Children aged 3 – 16 years enjoy free access to the Kid’s Resort every day from 9am to 6pm. Excursions are extra. Extra evening activities are available during French school holidays. Additional costs apply for access to the Baby Resort.

Rate: Stay at Hotel Royal from £200 (€238) in a Sejour Parkview room. Stay at Hotel Ermitage from £140 (€165) in a South side room.

Booking: www.evianresort.com 

 

La Dolce Vita on Lake Como

Family holiday destinations for EasterWhere? Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Italy

Why go? The inimitable Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como opened last month (March) and it continues to retain its place as one of Italy’s leading five-star hotels. The family-run Grand Dame exudes warmth and hospitality, with Bobo bear – the hotel mascot – jewel-coloured ‘help yourself’ jars of candies, three pools and acres of parkland, enticing families to enjoy an authentic taste of La Dolce Vita.

Rate: Grand Opening Package from £336 includes an over-night stay in a Park View Prestige room, daily buffet breakfast at La Terrazza Restaurant, free room upgrade (subject to availability) and early check-in/ late check-out.

Booking: www.grandhoteltremezzo.com 

 

A cultural city escape in Amsterdam

Family holiday destinations for EasterWhere? The Dylan, Amsterdam

Why go? Amsterdam’s most stylish bolthole, The Dylan has introduced a new family package in time the Easter holidays, providing the prefect excuse for a cultural escape en famille. Amsterdam is ideal for a city break with older children, brimming with family friendly attractions including the NEMO Science Museum, ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Amsterdam Dungeon and historic Anne Frank’s house to name a few.

The Dylan’s family package includes a special VIK check-in (very important kids check-in), tickets to NEMO Science Museum, children’s turndown including milk, cookies and popcorn, interconnecting rooms, colouring set, Dylan teddy bear, buffet breakfast including delicious pancakes, three-course dinner in Bar Brasserie OCCO including a special children’s dessert plate and use of in-room Nintendo Wii games console.

Rate: The new family package starts from £755 (€895), based on a family of four including two adults and two children up to the age of 10 in interconnecting rooms, based on availability of the interconnecting double rooms. Valid until 25 April.

Booking: www.dylanamsterdam.com/special-offers/family-package/ 

 

Luxury city stays with The Peninsula Hotels

Family holiday destinations for EasterWhere: Ten destinations around the world: Paris, Beverly Hills, Chicago, New York, Manila, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Tokyo, Bangkok

Why Go: The Peninsula Hotels offer a luxurious haven for families seeking to discover the city’s surrounding locale with their dedicated Family Moments packages, complimentary cuisine for children and Academies – educational and fun experiences designed to showcase a destination’s culture, traditions and hidden gems. From origami lessons in Tokyo to becoming a ‘Princess for a Day’ in Beverly Hills – complete with a private Rolls Royce at the young guest’s disposal, the experiences are vast. Family Moments packages at The Peninsula Hotels provide discounted and complimentary specials crafted with their youngest guests in mind.

Peninsula Family Moments Package at The Peninsula Paris Includes:
– 50% discount on the second room for the respective connecting / adjoining room type
– Daily American breakfast for up to two adults and two children
– Children (12 and under) dining together with parents can enjoy the complimentary kid’s menu in Le Lobby restaurant.

Rate: from £886 (€1,050) per night

Booking: www.peninsula.com/paris

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