Sovereign family holidays
With more than 30 years experience as a specialist tour operator, Sovereign have a long-standing reputation for affordable excellence, going that extra mile to make every hour of your holiday count. Sovereign's family collection hotels have been carefully chosen for their warm family welcome, with larger rooms, supervised children's activities and special menus for younger guests.
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Lots of repeat business and great reviews from parents prove that the Vila Vita Parc on the Algarve in Portugal is considered good-value for luxury family holidays and breaks despite being far from cheap Golf buggies get you around this huge clifftop complex, which rarely feels crowded, though on wet days the indoor pool is oversubscribed, and you should pre-book restaurants in busier months.
Comprising the 3-star Pollentia Maris and 4-star Pollentia Village, the Pollentia Club Resort within extensive gardens on the north-eastern coast of Mallorca is a relaxing spot for family holidays and breaks with all ages but especially pre-teens, for whom there is free childcare The beach is rocky but free buses serve sandy beaches nearby.
A 5-star in family-friendly Dubai with its year-round sunshine and reasonably short flying time from the UK, the Jumeirah Beach Hotel is a good option for luxury family holidays and breaks, not least because it offers free access to the waterpark next door – and before the general public are let in too! The kids' club is great, the staff are polite and helpful, and the choice of restaurants means there's hardly any need to leave The only real niggles about the Jumeirah Beach Hotel are that the décor is a bit dated, but ongoing renovation should put paid to this.
Located on the famous Jumeirah Beach in Dubai, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa is a popular choice for family holidays The hotel provides a penguin kids’ club and babysitting giving you time to relax on the private beach next to the Arabian Gulf or one of the 3 outdoor pools.
Welcoming and helpful staff makes Iberostar Grand Hotel Anthelia a popular choice for a family holiday or break On the coast of the Canary Island of Tenerife near to Costa Adeje, Iberostar Grand Hotel Anthelia is within easy access to the beach.
This luxurious 18th century house provides a beautiful retreat on the Portuguese island of Madeira Whether a family holiday or break, Jardines do Lago has a lot to offer, from an outdoor swimming pool, a Turkish bath, live music, and a giant tortoise; Colombo.
A luxury hotel, spectacularly set amidst dramatic mountain scenery and 200 acres of lush, verdant gardens, is widely regarded as one of the best in the Middle East Most rooms offer spectacular views over the Gulf of Oman and the hotel has some of the best sporting and leisure facilities to be found in the Gulf region, not to mention the breath taking beach.
In the heart of Oman, flanked by azure ocean waters, The Chedi offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Oman and the mountain ranges of Muscat Traditional architecture and stylish, contemporary decor lends a calming yet chic atmosphere throughout the hotel.
Striking a balance between lively and relaxing, Insotel Club Punta Prima Prestige on the southern tip of Menorca is especially good for luxury family holidays or breaks with young kids, who love the mini-disco Parents rate the kids’ clubs highly, although all staff are noted for their enthusiasm (sometimes tipping into over-enthusiasm).
5 Star 479 rooms in extensive grounds 300m from Punta Prima's white sandy beach Activities for all in this lively, international complex with extensive facilities for both children and adults.
There isn’t a better way to experience Portugal's famous Algarve than staying at Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort and Spa A seafront location on Santa Eulalia Beach and stunning views, the luxurious resort caters for all ages.
Le Meridien Limassol Spa and Resort is a luxury hotel on the island of Cyprus A popular choice amongst families, this hotel caters for all ages.
Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea in Egypt is a great choice for a family holiday Service and quality are a top priority at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh with attention to detail and staff will go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible as nothing is too much trouble.
Right on the beach front leading out into the Indian Ocean, Hilton Mauritius Resort and Spa is a great choice for a family holiday on the island of Mauritius The hotel is clean and tidy offering a kids’ club and babysitting services.
On the west coast of Cyprus, near the lively resort of Paphos, the Coral Beach Hotel and Resort will give your family holiday or break an authentic Cypriot feel, although you made find some of the decor a little dated Good service, live entertainment and loads of family-friendly facilities to choose from such as diving, water sports, kids clubs and top notch restaurants will make your family holiday experience a great one at Coral Beach Hotel and Resort.
Modern, spacious and elegant, the Hotel Amathus Beach is one of the first 5-star hotels in Cyprus With a breathtaking pool and panoramic sea views, guests can enjoy breakfast under shady palms.
The Renaissance Golden View Beach nestles in water gardens in a headland setting at Om El Seid, moments from the Red Sea’s coral reefs With a cool contemporary style, it's low-rise villas provide views over the Ras Mohamed Marine Park.
This luxurious, elegant and spacious 5* hotel strives to provide excellence both in cuisine and other facilities The pièce de résistance, however, is the impressive Bahia Vital spa; a well appointed haven for soothing the soul, easing the mind and treating the body.
With its impressive Moorish style, the H10 Timanfaya Palace enjoys a commanding position, directly on the coast of Playa Blanca, with superb views Providing visitors with every possible comfort, along with a full range of leisure activities, it is ideal for the whole family.
A well-reputed option for family holidays and breaks on family-friendly Mallorca, Viva Mallorca Aparthotel does, as the name suggests, offer kitchen facilities in its spacious 4-star apartments, so you can choose between all-inclusive holidays and the flexibility of self-catering should you wish (although avoid the on-site shop in favour of the more reasonably priced supermarkets a short walk down the road) The childcare at the Viva Mallorca Aparthotel is raved about, but all guests can have their fun – the evening entertainment for adults is highly praised too.
Located on the Aegean Coast in Turkey is the all-inclusive Gloria Golf Hotel While many hotels promote themselves as all-inclusive this truely is.
Sprawled across a 37-acre private estate, expect a superb choice of cuisine and ample entertainment, finished with an excellent standard of service The Neptune Spa provides a sanctuary for undisturbed relaxation, while the exhilarating selection of sports will keep children of all ages entertained.
A stylish all-suite resort offering luxury and seclusion Within acres of undulating palm-filled gardens detached suites feature sunken baths and walled gardens.
With its beachfront location on the Canary Island of Fuerteventura, the Sheraton Fuerteventura Golf and Spa Resort is a popular choice for luxury family holidays and breaks, with great childcare, private access to a sandy, child-friendly beach, and a short transfer time Though there are plenty of day-time activities and a kids' disco each evening, the Sheraton Fuerteventura Golf and Spa Resort remains a fairly quiet resort, so if you're looking for full-on entertainment this will not be your bag.
A spectacular location, beautifully appointed accommodation and first class attention to detail makes the Kempinski Barbaros Bay a deluxe family holiday option Nestled above the golden sands and azure sea of a beautiful private bay this hotel is an oasis of serenity.
Sani Beach Club is a popular family holiday choice situated right on the beach front in Halkidiki, Greece with stunning panoramic views Sani Beach Club offers clean, spacious and well equipped rooms, you could even have one with your own small pool.
Situated just 500 metres from the Bahia del Duque beach and close to the islands best golf course, this hotel offers the best of both worlds - relaxation and exploration It is a very new hotel but has already established itself on the island and boasts watersports, big game fishing, horse riding and pitch an d putt within it's list of activities.
The Las Lomas Village offers spectacular panoramic views, tranquil surroundings and all the relaxed comfort and flexibility of self-catering It has been designed based on a traditional village around a superb swimming pool, and a wealth of facilities are on offer including a relaxing Spa, tantalising dining and three championship golf courses.
In the heart of Vilamoura, this new hotel offers so much for families, with spectacular swimming pools and waterfalls and a 3000 square meter kids' club with treehouse and wooden pirate ship The Spa is the largest in Portugal and offers an ideal opportunity for relaxation for parents as children enjoy the facilities and entertainment on offer.
The InterContinental Aphrodite Hills Resort commands spectacular views over Aphrodite's Rock and has a backdrop of the Mediterranean A village in itself, this resort sweeps over 578 acres of lush green hillside.
The Ela Quality resort is located alongside the golden beach of Belek and offers superior dining and a stunning spa The resort boasts the luxury and service expected of a top class hotel with endless facilities and unique features.
The Hotel Rixos is a contemporary hotel with a traditional feel, and is secluded among emerald pines and pistachio trees The hotel inspires its guests to relax, offering chaise longues circling idyllic pools, whilst scatter cushions on the wooden jetty take in stunning views of the coastline.
The hotel is set on the foothills of the Plaine Champagne mountain, the countryside will no doubt impress Facilities are luxurious, with a fabulous Six Senses Spa, championship golf course and excellent supervised children's programme including environmental excursions.
The Constance Halaveli Resort is comprised of cool and sophisticated villas that each come with a private plunge pool Diving enthusiasts will be in heaven with the close proximity of three of the best diving sites in the Maldives and the PADI diving school.
The Paradisus Palma Real is located in the beautiful Bavaro, an area boasting world-class facilities The resort faces one of the most breathtaking white-powder beaches in the Caribbean and is considered one of the finest hotels on the island.
Antigua's newest eco-friendly resort, The Verandah Resort & Spa is located on the unspoilt Northeast Coast, offering the perfect location from which to indulge in some peace, tranquillity and relaxation It overlooks a powder soft beach, and the low-rise villas are scattered within 30 acres of lush green gardens.
An intimate property with stunning views and outstanding attention to detail A fantastic option for pregnant mums, but no children under 12.