Whether you’re taking a relaxing break to wind down after a hectic year or are looking for one last adventure before the year’s out, our Christmas family holiday ideas offer something for everyone. Those in search of sunshine and relaxation will welcome the kids’ complimentary programme on offer at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, whilst those seeking of adventure can try horseback swimming through the Iberá Wetlands or end the year whale spotting in Cape Town. With an A&K family adventure to end the year, the Christmas holidays will be the best yet.
The best luxury family holiday destinations for Christmas
Blue Waters, Antigua
Perfect for Age 0 - 4
Tucked away on the north-western corner of Antigua, where the Caribbean Sea laps against the sandy shore, Blue Waters features a kids’ club and crèche for youngsters from 14 months up to 11 years. An added bonus is the crèche located next to the kids’ club so that younger children with older siblings will always be nearby. Boasting seven freshwater pools in 17 acres of lush gardens and serene beach coves, you will find everything you need for your dream getaway at Christmas.
Family South Africa
Perfect for Age 5+
Children of all ages will love South Africa at this time of year. Bathe in the warm African sun of summer in Cape Town. Climb Table Mountain, enjoy the best Christmas present ever by visiting the penguin at Boulders Bay and swimming in both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Take youngsters on their first safari in a malaria-free zone and head up the Garden Route to spot Southern right whale at Hermanus Bay.
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles
Perfect for Age 5+
The Four Seasons Resort Seychelles spills dramatically down a lush, forested hillside to the white-powder sands below. Set on the idyllic southwest shore of Mahé, you can spend a relaxing day on the beach, or try one of our many activities including diving and surfing. The Kids for all Seasons complimentary programme is designed to take advantage of the resort’s tropical environment and traditional Creole feel. Babysitters are on hand, so you can enjoy a sundowner from your ocean-view villa.
Atmosphere Kanifushi, Maldives
Perfect for Age 8+
Whilst the kids enjoy everything from movie nights and scavenger hunts to fish feeding and chess lessons; parents can take part in cocktail classes, aqua aerobics or tennis lessons. If that all sounds a little too busy, opt for a dip in the pool and an afternoon snorkel before relaxing with a good book. With all villas having direct access to the pristine white beach and beautiful sea beyond, Christmas and winter will seem like a whole world away.
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, St Lucia
Perfect for Age 8+
Young guests at Sugar Beach are welcomed into the complimentary Sugar Club, offering a range of activities including treasure hunts, arts and crafts, coconut bowling and sand castle building, for children aged four to 12. It’s a great opportunity for youngsters to make holiday friends and learn about island life while parents make use of the fabulous spa and find time to relax and unwind for a few hours.
Family Argentina
Perfect for Teenagers
Gallop with the gauchos of Argentina during a voyage of discovery around this bewitching country on a luxury family holiday. Stay on a traditional estancia (ranch) where you’ll learn to ride like a cowboy or tour the historic landmarks of Buenos Aires and visit the Bombonera football stadium, home of the legendary Boca Juniors team. Try horseback swimming through the Iberá Wetlands, home to captivating wildlife such as the capybara. Stand back in wonder when you arrive at the cascading Iguazú Falls.
Family Adventure Down Under
Perfect for Teenagers
Head Down Under to explore some of the natural wonders of the world. Learn about the traditions of the Aboriginal people. You can also experience a slice of rural life at the sustainable Keeyuga Farm, with the Thomson family. Grab your snorkels to explore the underwater paradise of the Great Barrier Reef before you surf on Sydney’s iconic beaches and visit Australia’s unique wildlife at Taronga Zoo.
Discover Vietnam
Perfect for Teenagers
Bring the Vietnam of your child’s history books to life with a Christmas getaway to this diverse country. You’ll experience lush landscapes, delicious pho and travel from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Sample Hanoi’s celebrated street food and then transfer to the peace of Mai Chau to meet the locals before cycling through the countryside. Head to the stately port of Ho Chi Minh City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is still adorned with elegant boulevards and historic French colonial buildings. Stay at Six Senses Con Dao which lies on a kilometre of beach and provides the ideal spot for some rest and relaxation.
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