Family holidays are a special time to hang out together, enjoy the sunshine and make some treasured memories. Greece is an ideal place for family-friendly trips because this short-haul destination offers a warm welcome, local hospitality and glorious sandy beaches.
From the mainland to its island groups, including the Cyclades, Ionians and Dodecanese, Greece is a holiday favourite beloved for popular spots such as Rhodes, Corfu, Crete and Kos. There’s glorious turquoise Aegean waters for swimming and water sports, traditional villages, bustling towns and beach resorts which are suitable for all ages.
When travelling with babies, toddlers or teens, there are certain holiday boxes to be ticked. Whether you’re looking for a resort with a kids’ club, children’s pool or fun activities for teenagers, we’ve rounded up the best family-friendly holidays to book in Greece, from budget to luxury.
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Halkidiki
Halkidiki is known for its stunning bays with beautiful turquoise water
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Neos Marmaras is a popular resort town in the Halkidiki region. It boasts several glorious sandy beaches with Blue Flag status, meaning their waters are suitable to swim in. Visitors can explore a marina with restaurants and bars, plus plentiful shops. Porto Carras Meliton is a family-friendly resort on the beachfront, complete with a children’s play area, kids’ club, children’s pool, outdoor play area and restaurant with options for little ones. There’s also a golf course, additional pool and gym for the parents. Jet2holidays is offering a seven-night break for two adults and two children for £3,138 on a half-board basis; flights depart Manchester airport on Saturday 22 July.
Crete
The Crete coast is perfect for swimming and sailing
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The little village of Maleme is a quiet spot on the Crete coast with a stretch of sandy beach. The larger town of Chania is a 25-minute drive away, where you’ll find a harbour, lighthouse, shops, bars and restaurants. Family-friendly holiday resort Creta Princess by Atlantica is in Maleme, and has water slides, kids’ splash pools and a kids’ club. There’s also a daily entertainment programme, two restaurants, a poolside snack bar, lobby bar and a disco area. You can book an all-inclusive seven-night stay with easyJet Holidays for a family…
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