Canvas Holidays family camping holidays
Canvas Holidays was the first British firm to arrange family camping holidays over 40 years ago. Canvas offers resort style self catering holidays at over 90 campsites in Europe's most desirable locations with spacious accommodation and extensive on-site facilities. Now owned by the Wyndham Worldwide group of companies, Canvas is helping the third generation of camping connoisseurs enjoy wonderful family holidays.
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Grandparents stay free with Canvas
If you have at least 2 fully-paying adults in your party, up to 2 extra adults can stay free of charge. First night on site must be on/before 28th June 2012 or on/after 31st August 2012. Extra adults must pay insurance and ferry supplements. 7 nights min ... why not Book now
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Accommodation provided by Canvas Holidays family camping holidays
Canvas Holidays offers family camping and mobile home holidays to 51 luxury campsites throughout France (and another 34 in the rest of Europe) .
Canvas Holidays offers family camping and mobile home holidays to 8 luxury campsites in Spain (and 77 in the rest of Europe)
Children will have hours of fun at the two pool complexes, complete with waterslides, while teenagers will enjoy the excellent animations programme and regular discos The site also has its own fully equipped fitness centre - for the ultimate de-stresser, try a Turkish bath.
Camping Bella Italia is ideally located on the banks of sparkling Lake Garda This is a bustling, lively site, with all of the facilities you could wish for; but the pace of life is relaxed.
Canvas Playa Bara is only an hour away from Barcelona, on the Costa Dorada in Tarragona with direct access to the beach There is a lot of security so you be sure the kids are safe.
Set in the grounds of a French château in northern Brittany, very close to the ferry port of St-Malo, Domaine des Ormes is a great holiday park for active family holidays or breaks, especially for families with kids of differing ages, by virtue of its vast range of things to do.
A Canvas favourite for over 30
years, set in the parkland grounds of a Breton manor house, awarded ‘five red tents’ by Michelin The site offers
a wide range of first class facilities.
At first glance the major selling point of Camping La Croix du Vieux Pont in Picardy for family holidays and breaks is its wonderful location within beautiful countryside yet only about 1 hour by road from Paris and Disneyland Paris, about 40 minutes from Parc Astérix and just 260km from the ferry port of Calais But in fact it's a great site in itself, with masses of activities and a wide choice of accommodation.
In the heart of the French Riveria, Canvas Domaine des Naïades provides a good base to explore Provence With lots to do in the local area as well as on-site makes Canvas Domaine des Naïades a good choice for a family holiday or break.
A Michelin awarded ‘4 red tent’ site, in
a glorious lakeside setting, within rural countryside The fantastic pools with wavepool
and five waterchutes will keep all ages of children amused, while adults relax
in the luxury spa.
Camping Ca'Savio has everything a family could want in a holiday, with an adjoining beach, four pools with two just for kids, family entertainment and a range of leisure facilities The mobile homes offer comfort at a reasonable price, and the site has plenty of amenities to make your stay a fabulous one.
Pra'delle Torri is an excellent location for a family holiday - there is so much to keep everyone amused Children will love the pool complex with waterslides and animations programme, whilst adults will enjoy the 18-hole golf course (handicap certificate required) and Olympic sized pool and weekly street market.
Camping Village Portofelice is set in a lovely pinewood, offering plenty of shade from the hot sun The spacious pool complex boasts four pools, two Jacuzzis and a large sun terrace.
Union Lido is ideally equipped and located for a wonderful family holiday It is just a waterbus ride away from Venice and 1.
Camping Marina di Venezia, Venice, is one of the largest sites in the area and is very well equipped for families A pool complex is the centrepiece of the site, and there is direct access to the beach.
Camping Cavallino is a well-positioned site, with direct access to a long gently shelving sandy beach For leisure pursuits, the site has everything the family needs, with a large pool and separate children's pool.
Camping Chateau Boisson is set in the pretty hamlet of Boisson, offering the perfect location for exploring the Ardeche The site has been awarded the prestigious 'three red tent' rating by Michelin.
Alpen Camping Mark is set in the most beautiful surroundings - the wide open space of an alpine meadow with views of snow capped mountains This family run site is perfect for active families; the owner's son is a qualified alpine instructor and organises alpine walks, mountain bike trails, children's triathlon, canyoning and guided tours of the glaciers.
Chateau de l'Eperviere is positioned on the banks of a large lake, within a mature woodland The site is a tranquil haven with the tents and mobile homes set amongst ancient oak trees.
Located in St Cast, Brittany is Camping le Châtelet A top choice for family camping holidays, especially those with young kids.
Camping le Ranolien is a stunning site, with amazing views out to sea The wide choice of accommodation is set amongst majestic pine trees and giant boulders.
Camping Village les Mouettes has a unique tropical pool complex at it's heart, with lazy river and fabulous waterslides There is a children's pool and toddlers' pool too.
Camping de l'Atlantique has a wonderful family atmosphere, with facilities geared up for children They will love the pool complex with children's pool, paddling pool and water slides.
Camping Ty Nadan is a wonderful site set in 60 acres of wooded parkland on the riverbank The qualified campsite staff have a fantastic programme of sports and activities for all the family - there is a tree-top adventure course and indoor climbing wall, fantastic pool complex with indoor and outdoor pools, and walking and biking trips are arranged in the nearby forest.
Camping les Tournels is set on a steep hillside amidst cork and pine trees, offering shade to your tent or mobile home from the hot sun There is fabulous pool complex with indoor and outdoor pools and adults only spa area and pool.
Camping Deuce Quietude is a pretty and friendly site in a quiet woodland setting, but still close to the chic resorts of the Cote d'Azur Highly rated by the Michelin guide (4 red tents), there is a relaxed, French feel, but many facilities ready and waiting if you are a little more energetic.
Camping la Baume has unrivalled facilities, and is set on the edge of the Esterel forest The tropical pool complex is a firm favourite, with five pools and six twisting waterslides.
Camping la Pachacaïd is located on the edge of the Maures Mountains and is a haven set high from the busy streets of the Riviera The accommodation is set into the terraces of the hillsides, offering fantastic views of the countryside.
Camping Holiday Green is a beautiful wooded site with a wide range of modern facilities The location is perfect for windsurfing and sailing enthusiasts with the sandy coves and beaches stretching from St Raphael (5mls) to St Maxime (12mls).
Camping Nautic Almata is an all-tent site, set by a protected marsh land so wildlife is in abundance The activities on offer by the animations team is extensive, suiting all ages.
Camping Internacional de Calonge is a well-run and lively site, perfect for an action-packed family holiday The site is set on a hillside overlooking the sweeping bay of Palamòs, and boasts modern facilities and a stunning beach on the doorstep.
Camping Cypsela is set within a densely wooded area, giving a very private feel to the site The animations programme will be loved by children of all ages, and with a separate pool and diving boards they will be fully entertained.
Camping Castell Montgri is found at the base of Rocamura Mountains and is a well-maintained site with superb facilities The site has so much to offer there is little need to venture off-site.
Camping la Siesta holds a wonderful position close to the beautiful scenery and superb beaches of the Costa Brava Accommodation is scattered amongst trees, which provide welcome shade from the hot sun.
Tamarit Park is situated on a long, golden sandy beach, with magnificent views of Tamarit Castle This is a pristine site with well-maintained facilities.
Camp Site Lanterna is a perfect campsite for families looking for an active holiday, with a huge range of water based sports to try, including windsurfing, sailing and water skiing The site is positioned on the edge of a long pebble beach and surrounded by pine forests.
Camping Bi Village boasts spacious pitches surrounded by lush vegetation and thick pinewood The position is wonderful, with the beach in walking distance where you can relax or take part in the many watersports.
Campingplatz Kinzigtal is a small campsite positioned beside a small stream It is a tranquil rural area, giving the site a traditional feel.
Landal Warsberg is positioned high on a hillside offering stunning views of the rolling Saar countryside Children will love the chairlift, taking you to the pretty town of Saarburg.
Camping les Granges is a picturesque site, awarded 'three red tents' by Michelin The spacious accommodation is grouped amidst ten acres of terraced parkland, surrounded by blushes and shrubs.
Camping la Palombiere is set in a rural location in the Dordogne region in France, amidst miles of unspoilt countryside The site is well maintained and clean and has been created within a wooded parkland, making it an ideal choice for a relaxing family holiday.
Camping les Peneyrals is a beautiful site with the main attraction being the large pool complex with 5 pools and 2 waterslides It is a family-run site, set within wonderful green countryside.
Camping la Serraz is a relaxed site, offering outdoors enthusiasts the perfect setting for an active holiday The site is close to Lake Annecy in the French Alps and is a beautiful green site with facilities on site including a swimming pool and toddlers' pool.
Isolino Camping Village is a beautiful woodland campsite with lots of space for children to play The site is found on the western shores of Lake Maggiore and has direct access to a sandy lake beach.
Camping Eden is a fabulous site, set in a series of steep terraces on the banks of Lake Garda Many of the spots offer uninterrupted views over the sparkling lake.
Camping Butterfly is fabulous for families with young children, with a small playground, separate pool and activities organised throughout July and August This is a welcoming site, located just a short walk to the beach on the southern banks of Lake Garda.
Camping San Francesco is an ideal site for an active family holiday Sitting on the southern banks of glorious Lake Garda, the main attraction here is the superb pool complex, where there is a large swimming pool, a separate pool for the children and a jacuzzi.
Camping Piantelle is positioned on the shores of Lake Garda, and has direct access to a private beach and jetty This is a welcoming family-run site, just a short walk from the picturesque lakeside town of Moniga del Garda.
Camping Cisano San Vito is found close to the lovely lakeside towns of Bardolino and Lazise It is a large and lively campsite, with a superb pool complex, which offers two swimming pools, a children's pool and two small waterslides.
Camping la Pergola is found on the edge of a lake and surrounded by wooded hills It is a family run site, and aims to provide a wonderful active family holiday.
Domaine de Chalain is a large and lively site, ideal for an active family holiday It is beautifully set beside a lake, surrounded by hills.
Camping Parc de Fierbois is a first-class site set amidst 250 acres of parkland, surrounding a lake with a sandy beach The facilities and large emplacements of this "Castels et Camping" site are truly impressive.
Chateau des Marais is a Michelin awarded 'three red tent' site, and is set in wonderfully spacious grounds of an old manor house Families with young children will particularly enjoy this peaceful setting.
Camping la Sirene is great for an activity filled family holiday, with it's superb pool complex with a palm fringed desert island and a multitude of waterslides where children can play for hours There are many leisure activities on offer, including tennis, mini-golf and scuba diving.
Camping le Soleil has been a favourite site for over 40 years, with a superb position with direct access to an uncrowded stretch of sandy beach The site has a fun, holiday atmosphere and a fantastic entertainments programme.
Camping le Bois de Valmarie is set just 100 yards from a beautiful beach and has an amazing pool complex It is a small and relaxed site, where the accommodation is set upon the hillside, from where there are outstanding views over the bay of Argeles.
Camping Cala Gogo is a long time favourite and visitors love the broad sandy beach on the doorstep It is a large and spacious site , with accommodation nestled in shrubs and mature trees and bushes.
Camping Aloha Village is a peaceful site set between the mountains and a stunning golden beach The beach is on the doorstep and a bright, lagoon style pool complex on site.
A great location for family holidays and breaks is Camping la Petite Carmargue in Languedoc-Roussillon This campsite offers plenty of fun activities for kids, including a large swimming pool with a toddler section, plus horse riding, tennis and bike hire, the whole family will always have something to keep them busy.
Camping Duinrell in Netherlands is a great family holiday site, in a superb location Set in the woodland surroundings of a nature reserve, with a tropical waterpark and its own theme park, this site is suited to families of all ages, especially primary school ages.
Domaine de Drancourt is surrounded by wooded countryside and fields, providing an ideal setting for your holiday A long, tree-lined avenue leads you to the picturesque château, where the old stables have been converted to house many of the excellent on-site facilities, including the popular French bistro-style restaurant.
Camping la Bien Assise is set in beautiful countryside, and is a well-maintained site with a peaceful atmosphere It is set on the edge of Guines forest, close to the port of Calais.
Camping les Etangs Fleuris is a quiet haven found deep in the countryside near the hamlet of Touquin It is an ideal base for a trip to Disneyland® Resort Paris, which is just a twenty five minute drive away.
Camping le Ruisseau is a family-run site set in the Basque country and close to the sea The accommodation is set in shady woodland and the site boasts its own lake, which is ideal for fishing.
Camping Interlude is a lovely relaxing campsite, with the tents set on sandy pitches under cooling shady pines. Young families will love this location, with a glorious beach right on the doorstep.
Sequoia Parc is a delightful 'Castels et Camping' site, offering a warm and relaxed atmosphere The accommodation is laid out in the grounds of Chateau de la Josephtrie whose outbuildings have been tastefully restored and are home to the inviting bar and restaurant.
Camping Fabulous sits between the city of Rome and the coast at Ostia in Lazio’s national park It is an excellent location for a family holiday - with plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained.
Camping Baia Blu la Tortuga holds a wonderful position on the northern coast, with direct access to a superb sandy beach The facilities here are excellent and focus around the beach and sea - with a watersports school on site, learn to sail, windsurf or scuba dive.
Villaggio Camping 4 Mori is perfect for families looking for an active holiday It is a lively site situated on the South East Coast of Sardinia and overlooking the beautiful sandy beach of Is Perdigonis.
Camping Manor Farm is a true favourite, and has been awarded the highest Swiss rating The campsite is south-facing and is surrounded by mountains with views towards the Eiger.
Camping Valle Gaia is set in the Tuscan countryside, and is the perfect location for a relaxing holiday It is a small, beautifully maintained site, run by a family.
On the coast of Tuscany with an on-site bakery to get your breakfast and 5 swimming pools to choose from including one with waterslides lays Camping Parc Albatros Camping Parc Albatros is a clean and well-kept site with private pitches.
Camping la Yole is a lovely, well-run family campsite with excellent facilities The site is set out in a woodland glade of pine and poplars with shrubs everywhere.
Camping Acapulco has an enviable position, being just 650 yards from glorious beaches It is a well-maintained and modern site with superb facilities including a landscaped pool complex, which offers five waterslides with their own splash pool, a children’s pool and a swimming pool.
Camping la Garangeoire is set in a 200-acre estate of a chateau, and has a tranquil and calm feel It is a ‘Castels and Camping’ site awarded ‘three red tents’ by Michelin.
Camping l’Oceano d’Or has a great spot, close to the seaside resort of Jard-sur-Mer, offering a good beach and many shops and restaurants within a mile of the site It is a pretty, well-kept campsite set in unspoilt countryside.
Camping le Littoral is set just 200 metres from the sea at Port Bourgenay and close to the resort of Les Sables d'Olonne It is a perfect destination for fun-filled family holiday, as the campsite is situated next to a grassy headland with rock pool and coastal paths to explore.
Three swimming pools and a shingle beach shelving into crystalline waters; energising sports days filled with everything from aquaerobics to scuba diving; a boat trip to Briuni, a national park and treasure, before drinks and a snack at the beachside “Bi-Villy” terrace watching the sun set over the archipelago
An action packed agenda awaits: the twisting slides and tunnels of the Tiki pool are the most exciting rides in Europe and the coasters and side shows are popular with children of all ages Plus the nearby beach and mature forest layout of the parc offer the chance to relax after all the excitement.