Teenagers having fun at Ikos Porto Petro in Mallorca.

Best Active Family Holidays for Teenagers

Active holidays really come into their own for families with older children. Our list comprises the cream of the crop - those that we believe offer the best bonding experiences for parents and kids aged 11+.

Our hand-picked selection

Phokaia Beach Resort

Izmir
A Mark Warner resort on Turkey's west coast, with water sports, top-notch childcare and exclusive discounts for our readers.

Liberty Hotels Lykia

Olu Deniz
A hugely popular all-inclusive holiday village in a gorgeous setting in southern Turkey, with everything from a vast waterpark to rock-climbing.

Ikos Porto Petro

Mallorca
Situated on the popular Balearic island of Mallorca, the Ikos Porto Petro is one of a growing collection of award-winning all-inclusive family-friendly resorts.

Neilson Messini Beachclub

Peloponnese
The Messini Beachclub offers all the usual Neilson activities in a lovely rural location on the Peloponnese coast

Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa

Mauritius
Spacious family rooms, luxury surroundings, watersports and kids and teen clubs make this Mauritius hotel a perfect choice for a luxury family holiday.

Club Med Cancún Yucatán

Cancun
With most activities included in your all-inclusive package, this beach resort in Mexico is ideal for the whole family.

BodyHoliday Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia
A luxury retreat where families with teens can enjoy sports and wellness activities.

Paleros Beach Resort

Greece
On mainland Greece, this baby- through to teen-friendly resort offers activities, water sports and childcare within a stunning commplex offering villa style accommodation

Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa

Mauritius
A luxurious all-inclusive family holiday resort in Mauritius with 2-bedroom family apartments and suites, baby, kids, and teen clubs and a luxury spa.

Lemnos Beach Resort

Lemnos
A laid‑back slice of Lemnos where families can get active and enjoy easy days by the sea

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

Costa Rica
The ultimate in luxury hotels, with free kids' clubs, stunning views and watersports galore.

Forte Village Resort

Sardinia
A luxury village of fun for everyone in Sardinia, offering the ultimate holiday experience and regularly voted the World's Leading Resort.

Martinhal Sagres

Algarve
Super-stylish rooms, houses and villas in southern Portugal, with kids' sports academies including football and surfing.

Ikos Dassia

Corfu
An award-winning all-inclusive beachfront resort, luxurious, stylish and oozing Greek charm, with excellent childcare and some water sports included – ideal with kids of all ages.

Sani Beach

Halkidiki
A luxury hotel, part of the Sani Resort, with fantastic facilities for families and where you can enjoy a host of activities including watersports, sports academies and more.