Easter holidays
Celebrate Easter with a holiday! With Christmas several months behind us and the credit card debt paid off, we’re all starting to crave something to look forward to, and a spring break might just fit the bill.
Chocolate isn’t the only reason your kids look forward to the Easter holidays – it also means a whole two weeks of freedom from school! With a whole fortnight available, hatch a plan to ensure some egg-citing time together abroad and give them plenty to tell their friends about when they’re back. They might think it’s an April Fools’ Day joke at first, but that will just add to the fun!
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H10 Conquistador
4.8
Excellent
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Manchester
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Hotel Mediterraneo Benidorm
- 29 Mar 2026
- 7 nights
- Half board
- From Manchester
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Hotel Gala Placidia
4.3
Excellent
- 4 Apr 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Manchester
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RH Victoria
4.6
Excellent
- 29 Mar 2026
- 7 nights
- Half board
- From Manchester
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Hotel Gala Placidia
4.3
Excellent
- 4 Apr 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Manchester
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Dynastic Hotel & SPA
4.5
Excellent
- 4 Apr 2026
- 4 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Manchester
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Hotel Mediterraneo Benidorm
- 4 Apr 2026
- 4 nights
- Half board
- From Manchester
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Easter holidays staying at family-friendly hotels
Eftalia Splash Resort
4.2
Very Good
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- All-inclusive
- From Manchester
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Deloix Aqua Center
4.4
Excellent
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Birmingham
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Aparthotel Terralta
4.4
Excellent
- 4 Apr 2026
- 4 nights
- Self-catering
- From Manchester
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Why go on an Easter holiday
An Easter holiday is ideal if you want to explore before it gets too busy and avoid the summer heat. The weather will still be pleasant, but you’ll be able to see the sights without getting too much of a sweat on, and if you’re on a beach holiday, you don’t have to worry about burning your feet on the sand. It’ll probably be wise to remember the sun cream and store the Easter eggs in the fridge though!
If you’re not travelling with kids, use the bank holidays to your advantage and whisk yourself away for a city break abroad. Or if you have enough leftover annual leave, enjoy a more egg-stravagant break at the beach and recharge your batteries.
What are the best destinations for an Easter holiday?
If you’re heading overseas with your family, you want to be sure that your chosen destination has plenty to the keep the kids entertained this Easter, whether that’s in the form of zoological attractions, intriguing local dishes, thrilling rides and waterparks, or exhilarating outdoor activities.
Europe is home to a swathe of interesting resorts, so be sure to choose one that has enough colour and vibrancy to please the adults in your group too.
Tenerife
A gem of an island within the Canary archipelago, Tenerife has various draws for kids and adults alike. In addition to its zoological gardens, such as Jungle Park Las Aguilas and Loro Parque, the island’s restaurants offer local cuisine that could encourage youngsters to broaden their culinary tastes while satisfying the more mature palates of adults.
BlueSea Puerto Resort
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Bristol
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Hotel Turquesa Playa
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Bristol
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GF Noelia
3.9
Good
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- From Bristol
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Crete
The Grecian islands are known the world over for their pristine beaches and tranquil holiday resorts. The biggest of the isles, Crete, draws outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. If you're holidaying there, be sure to hike up the picturesque Samaria Gorge, or explore the castle at Rethymnon. Other Mediterranean family favourites include Corfu, Mykonos and Rhodes.
Macaris Suites & Spa
4.6
Excellent
- 2 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Newcastle
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KING MINOS RETREAT Resort & Spa
4.5
Excellent
- 2 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Half board
- From Manchester
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La Mer Resort & Spa
4.7
Excellent
- 2 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Newcastle
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Cancun
Soft, white sandy beaches, sparkling blue seas and year-round sunshine makes Cancun the ultimate beach-lovers hotspot!
Alux Cancun
3.8
Good
- 29 Mar 2026
- 7 nights
- Room only
- From Birmingham
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Hotel Hul-Ku
4.1
Very Good
- 29 Mar 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Heathrow
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Aloft Playa del Carmen
4.4
Excellent
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Room only
- From Heathrow
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Turkey
What better way to spend time with your partner and kids than heading out to sunny Turkey? Turkey is a particular haven for older children who love outdoor pursuits. Families with teenagers can engage in white water rafting, kayaking, mountain biking across the impressive landscape, or even windsurfing.
Viking Garden Hotel & Spa
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- All-inclusive
- From Gatwick
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Eftalia Splash Resort
4.2
Very Good
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- All-inclusive
- From Gatwick
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Antalya
4.2
Very Good
- 1 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Gatwick
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Greece
Stunning beaches, crystal blue seas, ancient ruins, traditional tavernas... there's so many reasons to visit Greece!
Sun Beach Resort
- 2 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Room only
- From Birmingham
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Mitsis Selection Alila
4.9
Excellent
- 2 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- All-inclusive
- From Birmingham
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Atlantis City Hotel
4
Good
- 2 Apr 2026
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From Birmingham
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