The English Channel and beyond for luxury holidays for the whole family

Given that many of us only have a few weeks during the year when we can forget all the pressures of daily life and just take it easy, it makes sense to ensure we have the best time possible when we go away for a holiday. Having other people take care of all those little things we normally have to do for ourselves, in elegant surroundings with great facilities, can leave us feeling pampered and refreshed, ready to go back and tackle the things we need to do at home with renewed vigour. While some dream of travelling to the far corners of the world, in search of exotic cultures and warm inviting seas, others prefer to take advantage of the many places to enjoy closer to home.

For luxury holidays, the channel islands have always had a lot to offer, with a warm climate, fantastic beaches and great hotels. Other nearby destinations that have long been popular with British holidaymakers include France, Spain and the fascinating cities of countries like Italy and Greece. Often a family run hotel can provide all the facilities that you are looking for, with the added bonus of a more intimate atmosphere and flexible attitude when it comes to accommodating more unusual requests and younger members of the family. A good travel agent will be able to help you search out these types of hotels as well as help with recommendations for more distant locations that may be suitable for families with young children.