Our Top Picks for a Holiday with the Grandkids
November 21, 2019
Stats have shown that ‘multigenerational’ holidays are onthe rise with EasyJet’s passenger survey this year, 73% were on multigenerationalholidays, and Ryanair confirmed that in the last five years, these bookingshave gone up by 53%. (BBC News, 2019)
Multigenerational holidays mean that grandparents get to spend that quality time with their own children, as well as giving them some well needed time off during the holiday by spending time with the grandchildren.
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As you will be spoilt for choice looking for amazing placesto explore whether you are 0 or 100 we have collated our favourites:
Cornwall
If you are after a staycation rather than travelling abroad,this is a great option for families of all ages. With plenty of things to seeand do along the way if you fancy a road trip too, such as Stonehenge. Oncethere, you have many historical sites to see such as St Michael’s Mount, TheMinack Theatre and Lands End. As well as places like the Eden Project, zoos andaquariums. Whatever you are into, be it surfing, castles, wildlife, or simplyhaving a beach day, Cornwall is the place for you and your family.
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Italy
Perfect for a multi-generational holiday as the Italianlifestyle welcomes kids everywhere, even into the evening you will see familieseating out, taking part in activities or simply exploring. With the pace oflife being slower here, you can easily have a relaxing holiday if that is whatyou’re after; with an abundance of churches, museums, art galleries and even shopsto enjoy. However, if you want a moreactive holiday, there are plenty of mountains to hike or bike around. Eatingout is super easy in Italy with Pizza, Pasta and ice cream being so child friendly!
Cyprus
Just a short flight away and with miles of gorgeous sandybeaches, you can’t go wrong. Amazing water sports are on offer all around.Paphos specifically has such rich culture and plenty of historical sites toexplore including the Medieval castle at the harbour and the Archaeologicalpark, Cyprus is a Greek mythology lover’s dream.
Costa Rica
Having a constant temperature of over 20°, as well as so much to see and do, it is perfect for all thefamily. The Tenorio Volcano National Park, the gardens in Zarcero, Islandod Cocos just to name a few as well as ziplining and volcano hikes. Coffee drinkers will be in heaven here, and will give youthe fuel needed to see as much as you can. Try and head to the beach inTortuguero if you can to see the turtles laying eggs and then close by, visitthe sloth sanctuary. Amazing experiences are to be had here.
USA
An obvious choice, especially for Disney lovers! Whether youwant to visit Washington to see the sights, or get caught up in the hustle andbustle of NYC there is something for everyone. Florida is a firm favourite forfamilies, boasting Universal studios as well as Walt Disney World and Epcot,there will always be something to do during the day and well into the evening.There is also Everglades National Park, The Kennedy Space Centre, as well asLegoland if you need some Disney time out!
If you are looking to go on a Multi-generational holidaysometime soon, we suggest the below:
- Plan the days and nights before you go to ensureyou don’t waste time once there.
- Make sure that everyone has the opportunity tohave some time out.
- Everyone should be involved in the decisionmaking to ensure it is fair.
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