IF THERE’S one holiday activity guaranteed to keep the whole family happy, it’s splashing around.
If you’re seeking family fun in the sun, choosing a resort with its own waterpark is a surefire way to keep the kids entertained.
It’s easy to forget your cares when you’re zooming down wild water slides or racing each other in an inflatable raft.
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From lazy rivers, tide pools and a surf simulator to a park named after the Greek god of the sea, easyJet holidays has got the entire tribe covered.
Of course, that’s easyJet holidays for you, with its unbeatable prices, as well as thousands of family-friendly hotels with free child places to choose from.
Book with confidence with a deposit of as little as £60pp and an option to spread the cost for free.
Even better, there’s 23kg baggage allowance and free transfers on beach holidays, ensuring your getaway is stress-free as well as fun-filled.
With thousands of destinations available across Europe and beyond, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Here are eight top family-friendly hotels that cover all budgets…
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GF Victoria, Tenerife
Costa Adeje is one of Tenerife’s sweetest spots and GF Victoria is just five minutes from the beach.
There are brilliant kids’ facilities with two pools, thrilling water slides and a surf simulator for those who want to brave the waves.
And on the rooftop, for adults only, there’s an infinity pool suspended over the facade of the building with glass walls and floor.
The hotel has three restaurants and two bars, making it a great all-rounder.
With thousands of free kids’ places available with easyJet holidays, it’s extra-affordable too.
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Pickalbatros Aqua Park Resort, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Beach holidays with easyJet holidays are so convenient – beach holidays include flights, hotel, 23kg bag and transfers.
And you won’t believe your eyes when you see the enormous waterpark alongside this hotel – it’s seriously impressive.
Pickalbatros in Sharm El Sheikh is a jumbo resort with an impressive 25 outdoor pools, including a connected aqua park with 59 water slides (yes, fifty-nine).
For families who want to have fun without venturing too far from their base, this resort is the ideal choice – and its three restaurants, food courts and nine bars will help you make full use of your all-inclusive package.
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Grecotel Marine Palace and Aqua Park, Crete, Greece
For a family hotel that doesn’t compromise on style, this beautiful resort with a huge lagoon-style pool is a winner.
As well as a stunningly designed complex full of Grecian glam, there’s a splash-ready aqua park on site called the Kingdom of Poseidon – think splash zones, tipping buckets and water slides for all ages.
Dining at the Grecotel means choosing from five restaurants, plus you’ll have your pick of six bars, including one on the beach – ideal for watching the sun go down.
If this package doesn’t match your budget, easyJet holidays has thousands of four and five-star resorts in hundreds of destinations across Europe and beyond.
Grab a Greek getaway that works for you and book confidently with ABTA and ATOL protection.
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Magic Robin Hood, Costa Blanca, Spain
Themed hotels are always fun for families – and this medieval adventure resort, just ten minutes from Benidorm, is the first of its kind in Europe.
Based on the world of the notorious Robin Hood, the hotel features quirky cabins and guests can enjoy zip lines.
With easyJet holidays beach breaks, every passenger gets 23kg baggage allowance with their booking, so there’s room to pack a costume if you really want to look the part.
One thing that’s certainly not from the Middle Ages is the thrilling waterpark, complete with elaborate water slides, giant pools and Locksley’s Lagoon, a relaxing haven complete with hammocks.
Don’t miss the medieval dinner show at Lionheart Magic Restaurant for a lively night and a plentiful feed.
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Aquasis De Luxe Resort & Spa, Bodrum, Turkey
Turkey’s Aegean coastline is one of the most beautiful in Europe and the Aquasis De Luxe Resort & Spa boasts an idyllic private beach.
The resort is spacious and has a choice of large outdoor pools, plus an on-site aqua park with nine water slides to keep thrill seekers busy.
Ideal for families, the all-inclusive hotel includes a fun-packed entertainment schedule for kids, along with plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy, including beach volleyball and tennis.
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Paloma Finesse, Antalya, Turkey
As you wander along the 350m-long private beach at this stylish hotel, you could be forgiven for wanting to race your kids sprinting ahead.
This elegant resort is exactly where you might have liked to stay before having children, but here, the whole family is welcome – so parents can feel like they’re getting a well-earned break too.
Recently renovated, this five-star resort is simply gorgeous, and many of the modern and spacious rooms come with a swim-up terrace.
With easyJet holidays you can secure a booking with a low £60pp deposit – and spread the cost for free.
The colourful Palomaqua waterpark is part of the hotel so you can easily enjoy its twisting slides, state of the art virtual reality rides and more.
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Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort and Villas, Crete
If two Blue Flag beaches on the stunning Mirabello Bay, set against the backdrop of the Lasithi hills, isn’t enough to lure you to this beautiful Crete resort, how about its modern waterpark?
Fun for all ages, it features water slides and high-speed plunges, and there’s a toddlers’ playground for the little ones too.
Out of the water, enjoy the beautiful views and bars, and be sure to tick off the Bay Grill restaurant overlooking the beach.
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LIVVO Valle Taurito & Waterpark, Gran Canaria
This unique spot, nestled in the Taurito Valley, Gran Canaria, is delightfully quaint yet vast enough to contain seemingly endless things to do.
The real perk is the use of the nearby Oasis Lago Waterpark, which you’ll have free access to during your stay.
That said, if plunging headfirst down a drop slide isn’t your preferred way to unwind, luckily there is a zen-like spa too.
Relaxing shouldn’t be a problem though because easyJet holidays guarantees if you find your holiday cheaper elsewhere, it will beat the price!
Book your perfect getaway at easyjet.com/en/holidays
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*£60pp deposit: £60pp deposit available on all easyJet holidays booked at least 28 days before departure. Final balance due at 28 days. Spread the cost by making payments via your easyJet holidays online account.
Transfers and 23kg bag: Transfers and 23kg bag on beach holidays included. Transfers and 23kg hold bag on city breaks can be added for a fee.
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