Now is the last chance to book if you want your first choice of hotels, kids club spaces and activities, along with enticing Early Bird offers… and the cheapest flight prices.
It’s hard to beat Mediterranean summers, a short flight and you’re into balmy evenings, beaches with the most stunning crystal-clear waters, the soothing hum of cicada and reassuring smell of dried pine needles. And all our holidays MUST be accompanied by delicious local produce and wines; cheeses and rosé, croissants and baguettes, pasta and pizza or freshly caught grilled fish with delicious salads. The Med has this all in bucket loads. And whether you opt for adventurous yacht charters, cities soaked in antiquity and fascinating culture, villas that stagger down cliffs to meet crystal-clear water, we have something for everyone.
Read on to see our favourite Mediterranean escapes to book now for summer 2025.
HOTELS WITH EXCEPTIONAL KIDS’ CLUBS
Hotels with sparkling Kids’ Clubs can really make a holiday – for both children and adults. This is not just childcare, but places kids will beg you to take them to: kids’ pools, water sports, arts and crafts, private beaches, children’s menus and accommodation that works for the whole family. Here are a few of our favourites:
DAIOS COVE, GREECE
This has to be one of our favourite child-friendly resorts, the kids club is quite superb for young children, with a playground and schedule of activities, and older kids will love the water sports galore.
THE WESTIN – CN, GREECE
Children will have the time of their lives at the vibrant kids’ club… on the other side of the resort to the sun loungers! Go Karting, bowling and the climbing wall are just some of the activities on offer.
MARBELLA CLUB, SPAIN
The kids club here is incredible. Filled with activities including beach sports, gardening, cooking, flamenco, art lessons, and more – the kids will never be bored. Golf and riding lessons are also on offer.
PHĀEA CRETAN MALIA, GREECE
Their Little Explorers Kids’ Club sparks creativity and adventure. Inspired by Crete’s beauty, it encourages children to explore, create, and let their imaginations run wild.
VILA VITA PARC, PORTUGAL
Set in over 200 hectares of grounds, Vila Vita Parc is perfectly set up for families – there’s everything from kids and teens clubs, babysitting and children’s menus in the restaurants.
VERDURA, ITALY
Sports fanatics can join the Football Legends Academy, be inspired by the likes of Federer at the Tennis Academy or work on their swing with world-class Giacomo Dovetta at the Junior Golf Academy.
THE PERFECT HOTELS FOR OLDER KIDS
The best hotels for teens offer exciting activities. excellent sports facilities, and adventurous excursions. With teen-only lounges, cooking classes, and creative workshops, they provide a mix of fun and independence.
SANI RESORT, GREECE
At Sani Resort Ozone Teen Club, teens can enjoy a huge range of activities including: cooking, dancing, canoeing, volleyball, archery, and gaming tournaments (to name a few), with new options added regularly.
HILLSIDE, TURKEY
A dream resort for teens that can’t sit still, with activities such as beach volley ball, archery, mountain biking and even the Hillside Jungle Challenge. Then it’s time to party with DJ nights and themed parties.
AMARA, CYPRUS
Amara Cyprus is perfect for teens, offering off-site water sports, beach games, and teen-only spaces. With themed parties, movie nights, and adventure excursions, there’s always something exciting to do.
WESTIN COSTA NAVARINO, GREECE
Not just fantastic for the little ons but the teens will love it here too. Offering a fun mix of activities and relaxation, this resort has it all, including water sports, mountain biking, a teen club, adventure camps, and evening entertainment.
ELOUNDA PENINSULA – CRETE
Perfect for the social teen. Here they can try their hand at golf, tennis, water sports, as well as enjoy fun, sociable evenings new friends. With dedicated spaces for socialising, there’s plenty to keep them entertained.
ELIX BY MAR-BELLA, GREECE
At Elix, it’s about disconnecting from devices. Older children can enjoy tennis, hiking, biking, water skiing, and wakeboarding at a British accredited water sports centre. Perfect for those not so little water babies.
TAKE THE FAMILY SAILING
Think floating villas with a much bigger pool… and all the trimmings; fully staffed with a team of local and knowledgeable crew to cater for every need, as well as a highly skilled chef, cooking deliciously authentic local cuisine and fresh fish caught that day. With F&P Travel’s growing collection of yachts, gulets and catamarans and exciting new routes, sail along some of the most stunning coastlines in the world including Turkey, Croatia and Greece.
THE KORNATI ISLANDS, CROATIA
Sailing the Kornati archipelago in northern Dalmatia is an off-grid adventure at its very best. Declared a national park in 1980, these 89 scattered islands encircled by ancient reefs are home to an incredible array of wildlife and offer quiet beauty away from the crowds.
THE IONIAN ISLANDS, GREECE
Known to be one of the best sailing areas in the world with little tide and just the right amount of wind, the Ionian Islands tick all the boxes. Aside from star-studded skies, this corner of the globe is steeped in antiquity with a tapestry of cultures and fascinating sites to explore.
THE TURKISH COASTLINE, TURKEY
Sailing on the beautiful and traditional wooden gulet, “Salamander”, guests will explore the glittering Turkish Riviera, littered with its ancient cities, isolated villages, fascinating tombs, endless sandy beaches, hidden coves and pine forested hills.
STAY IN A VILLA – MEGANISI GREECE
When we’re talking about large families or groups of friends, villas are stellar choices, offering privacy, flexibility and oodles of space for children to be children and outdoor terraces for adults to enjoy lazy al fresco terrace dining. Our collection of three villas on this gloriously unspoilt island can be booked separately or together – a clever set up for large groups or multi-generational families. You can even add a chef for the week if you feel like completely relaxing.
VILLA EUGENIA
Villa Eugenia is a bright and airy five-bedroom villa perfect for families – surrounded by verdant gardens and stunning sea views across to Scorpios island. There are numerous seating areas around the garden of the villa to relax in the serene atmosphere, as well as a tranquil infinity pool to while away the hours.
VILLA MAVRA
Villa Mavra sleeps up to 10 guests and we love its spacious open plan living. Outside there are superb views across its beautiful garden and Ionian sea and the saltwater infinity pool and beach is the icing on the cake. Head to the water – go kayaking, or stand up paddle boarding, try scuba diving, snorkelling or even skipper a yacht for the day.
VILLA HELENA
Exquisitely designed like its sister properties and sleeping up to 10 guests, Villa Helena is every bit as spacious and jaw-droppingly gorgeous. Incredible views of the Ionian sea, a magical outdoor area and private infinity pool as well as the beach 3 minutes’ walk away ticks so many boxes for us.