TOP SITES FOR ALL THE FAMILY

For families wanting to embrace the livelier side of life, a stay at this Brittany park won’t disappoint. The stunning château setting provides an authentically rustic backdrop for a wealth of facilities; indoor water park housed within an impressive dome structure, wakeboarding and an adventure course.

This countryside base lets you combine the lure of Paris with the eternal magic of Disneyland - and that’s just off park. A Super Fun Station Kids Club aimed at kids and teens of all ages during peak season involves everything from zorbing and face painting to pizza evenings and archery.

There’s always plenty to do on this Lake Garda park, with access to a private sandy beach and the lake itself lending itself to chilled out beach days for all ages. The renowned animation programme includes competitions and theme nights, which is bound to go down a storm with younger members of the family - as is the wide range of lakeside restaurants to choose from.

“Are you not entertained?” is an immortal line once bellowed by Russell Crowe in Gladiator, but he could just as easily have been talking about this park. The sheer variety of pools on offer, direct beach access and days out to Barcelona, Port Aventura or the Costa Caribe waterpark is more than enough to keep everyone happy.

No less than two waterparks can be found here, inclusive of lazy rivers and Jacuzzi’s for the relaxers, while kids and big kids alike can make use of the waterslides. Swift access to a blue flag beach gives you peace of mind during a morning on the sands, after which culture dwellers in the family can arrange a short water taxi ride into the majestic waterways of Venice.

Adrenaline-seekers in the family will struggle to know where to start at this park; such is the amount of slides and rides suitable for all ages at this waterpark and theme park haven. A short-hop trip via ferry or flight over to Holland sees you located near the charming town of Wassenaar (with some of the best ice cream in the country on your doorstep).

The Vendée is the ideal region to explore the wonders of France’s western coast, with life on park creating a fun-filled complement to nearby sandy beaches. An enticing, tropical-themed water complex includes multiple pool and waterslide options suitable for all the family, while a lively entertainment programme and Super Fun Station Kids Club rounds off a great trip.

The serene woodland and chateau estate setting makes for a relaxed escape on the sunny west coast of France. With a range of watersports available both on and off park, wine tasting for the adults, and outdoor activities ranging from go karts and pony rides for kids and teens - this really has the makings of a family adventure to savour.