• For easy summer sun: Spain, Greece and Turkey are hard to beat. Spain keeps things simple with short flights, quick transfers, beach resorts and plenty of family-friendly places to stay. Greece works well when you want pools, kids’ clubs, buffet choices and calmer corners for grown-ups too. Turkey is a strong pick for bigger resort stays, with splash areas, entertainment, playgrounds and All Inclusive ease in one place.
• For good-value family holidays: Look at Bulgaria, Egypt and the Costa Blanca. Bulgaria can be a sensible pick when popular summer resorts feel pricey, especially if you still want kids’ clubs, family restaurants and pool time. The Costa Blanca gives you beaches, museums, parks and plenty of resort choice along the coast. Egypt can work well for winter sun, with larger hotels, warm weather and lots built in on-site.
• For something more special: In Mexico and the Caribbean, resorts raise the bar on space, service and family facilities: larger resorts, premium kids' clubs and more to keep everyone busy. Yes, it’s a longer flight, but the promise of warm seas, first‑rate kids’ clubs and attentive service might be exactly what your next family holiday needs.

Book early if you need school holiday dates, specific flight times or a family room, as these can go quickly. Early booking can also help if you’re looking for specific room types like family suites or interconnecting rooms, or better-timed flights.

Last-minute deals can work, but they’re riskier if you need certain room types or for the family to sit together.

For better value, compare nearby airports, midweek flights and under-the-radar destinations.