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Family Summer Collection

Written by Abbey
Thursday, 09 October 2025

Our Family Summer Collection brings together a carefully curated range of handcrafted holidays designed for shared adventure, meaningful time together, and unforgettable experiences for all ages.

From the volcanic landscapes, golden beaches and coastal trails of Tenerife, to the wild, open ocean and dolphin-rich waters of the Azores, each journey is designed to connect families with nature in a more immersive and authentic way. These are destinations where exploration feels effortless, and every day brings space to slow down, discover, and enjoy time together.

In the fascinating, green landscapes of Madeira, families can explore dramatic coastlines, botanical gardens and scenic walking trails, all while enjoying a relaxed island pace. It’s a destination made for gentle adventure, where nature and culture sit side by side.This is also a great destination all year round ; being situated off the coast of Portugal means it experiences perfect holiday weather throughout spring and summer, giving you ideal temperatures to explore Madeira in all its natural beauty!

For those looking further afield, our journeys to Costa Rica offer something truly special — from rainforest wildlife encounters and hanging bridges to volcanoes, beaches and incredible biodiversity. It’s a place where family travel becomes an adventure into the natural world itself.

And this is just the beginning. These featured destinations are a glimpse into what’s possible - our full Family Summer Collection includes many more carefully crafted journeys such as Slovenia, Croatia, Morocco, Malta and much more. Explore the collection below and find the family adventure that’s right for you.

Laura Gay

Family Activity Holidays

Written by Laura Gay
Monday, 18 December 2017

Embark on an adventerous week away with your family and enjoy activities such as white water rafting, paddleboarding, canyoning, biking and more!

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Ashleigh McNair-Templeton

Tour the Islands of the Azores Archipelago

Written by Ashleigh McNair-Templeton
Friday, 08 December 2017

Tour the Azores island ‘triangle’ of Faial, São Jorge, and Pico.

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Caroline Sutherland

Explore Madeira's Magnificent Gardens

Written by Caroline Sutherland
Saturday, 27 February 2016

Explore the island paradise of Madeira, famed for its beautiful gardens and colourful landscapes.

 

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