Fun for all the family? Surely not - isn’t there always at least one who’s unimpressed, tired or just plain pernickety? Well, prepare to be amazed when you head to the desert playgrounds of the Middle East on a family holiday, where state-of-the-art attractions (including a ski-slope and man-made islands that can be seen from space) sit alongside traditional gold souks and incredible natural scenery to create a destination that truly has something for everyone.
Midsummer heat in Middle Eastern countries such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Oman can be very intense, so for a beach holiday with little ones we recommend you travel between mid-October and mid-April as the temperatures are cooler and most favourable for families with young children. So, if you’re looking for a great mid-haul location for a Christmas or Easter holiday, this region is more than worth considering. That said, with great value to be had, excellent air-conditioning in all hotels and incredible attractions such as vast waterparks and the indoor Ski Dubai, there’s plenty to recommend a Middle East family holiday in summer too.
Flying to the Middle East
There are many direct flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Oman which fly out of London and regional airports including Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Edinburgh with esteemed airline partners such as Etihad, Emirates and Qatar Airways. Each airline has impressive children’s provision, with Etihad’s ‘Flying Nanny’ service in every cabin class being a real standout feature. These glittering states make fantastic standalone destinations or with the Indian Ocean only a short onward flight away, you could combine your city break with an escape to the Seychelles, the Maldives, or even India and the Far East.
Nicola
Travel Specialist
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One&Only Royal Mirage - Arabian Court
Stay at this lavish hotel in Dubai, filled with activities
- October half term price
Six Senses Laamu
Stay at this eco-friendly resort in the luscious Maldives
- Save 25% on accommodation
- October half term price
Forte Village Hotel Bouganville
Spend this summer at Sardinian family paradise with Children's Wonderland and Leisureland
- Save 15% on accommodation
- Max two children stay free up to 12 years old
- Summer school holiday price
- Summer school holiday price
Cape Sounio, A Grecotel Resort to Live
Explore ancient history in Athens before relaxing on the beach overlooking the Aegean Sea
- Grecotel Athens Twin-Centre
- The Dolli and Cape Sounio
- Save 20% on Cape Sounio accommodation
- Save 20% on Cape Sounio accommodation
The Dolli
Explore ancient history in Athens before relaxing on the beach overlooking the Aegean Sea
- Grecotel Athens Twin-Centre
- The Dolli and Cape Sounio
- Save 20% on Cape Sounio accommodation
- Save 20% on Cape Sounio accommodation
Six Senses Con Dao
Escape the cold to enjoy the winter sun in Vietnam's most secluded paradise Island of Con Dao
- Save 15% on accommodation
- Complimentary shared transfers
- Complimentary daily ice cream
- Complimentary daily ice cream
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
Escape to Tenerife during summer at this luxury beachfront resort
- Save 30% on accommodation
- Children stay free
Cape Sounio, A Grecotel Resort to Live
Escape to Cape Sounio this summer nestled in a pine forest reserve with panoramic views over Poseidon’s Temple ruins
- Save 20% on accommodation
- Summer school holiday price
Marbella Club
Escape to The Golden Mile of Costa del Sol at this luxury beachfront paradise
- Summer school holiday price
LUX* Grand Baie
Enjoy a getaway to this ultra modern resort in Mauritius
- Summer Holiday
MarBella, Mar~Bella Collection
Spend October Half Term at this premium all-inclusive family resort in Corfu with an Aqua Park
- Save 20% on accommodation
- Premium all-inclusive
- October Half Term holiday price
- October Half Term holiday price
Daios Cove
Spend the summer holidays at this luxury Cretan resort set in a secluded cove
- Save up to 35% on accommodation
- Summer school holiday price
Family Holidays by Age
Whether you’re travelling with a baby, intrepid toddlers or adventurous teens, we understand that your needs will be different. Browse our best luxury holidays for families of all ages or speak to our Travel Specialists for some more advice and information.
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