Where to book family activity holidays
From its mountain ranges and rivers, to its coasts and countryside, Europe has a whole wealth of landscapes which are perfect for family activity holidays. Whether you are on a budget, or can blow it, there is always something to get you outside and active in the fresh air.
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Types of activity holiday
There are activity breaks to suit your family, whatever your interests or energy levels. There are plenty of educational trips to take or even adventure camps if you want to max out on activities.
Family breaks
There are some great family breaks from taking the family skiing in winter to enjoying a great variety of watersports on summer breaks. Check if there are mixed levels available so that it suits everyone from parents to the little ones.
Activity weekends
If you just want a quick break, then an activity weekend is a great choice. It's a great way to provide lots of short holidays for the kids, and fit them in around school or work commitments.
Educational trips
There are many activity breaks which are geared up to be educational as well. These are often available as school trips but can also be booked for families. It is a great excuse to do something fun and still learn.
Booking an activity holiday
There are many ways to book activity holidays, from slotting all the elements together yourself or booking organised family tours through a travel provider.
Choosing a tour
When you are researching travel tours, you need to consider the whole family and what they are able and willing to do. Ask about the difficulty level, how many hours you will be active a day and if there will be much rest time or days off.
Activities abroad
When you are planning holiday tours abroad, you need to do some extra checks. Make sure that they are a well known travel provider, check their safety record and make sure that they speak enough English to communicate in case of any problems.
Do your research on the Internet, but also be sure to speak directly to the provider or travel agent - and even ask to speak to previous customers - so that you are happy that they know what they are talking about.