Family Holidays

Overseas Holiday Destinations

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For any child who loves animals, any youngster who is fascinated by Animal Planet or thrilled by The Lion King, Africa is the one destination that fulfils their wildest dreams.

Austria is a popular travel destination for guests from all over the world who appreciate its beautiful landscapes, rich culture, delicious local cuisine, hospitality and safety.

Bali is the most popular Indonesian destination for Australians. It's ideal for families wanting to expose their children to other cultures, while not missing out on quintessential holiday fun.

Brunei is a small, prosperous, stable and peaceful oil rich Kingdom located on the northern shores of the island of Borneo, which it shares with Malaysia and Indonesia. Mostly covered in luxuriant and pristine tropical rainforests rich in exotic flora and fauna, Brunei is a paradise for nature lovers and for eco-tourism in general.

The second largest country on earth, Canada’s wide borders encompass beautiful, flourishing cities, wild natural landscapes, abundant wildlife and a huge variety of cultures and characters.

China is vast in every sense of the word. One could spend a lifetime exploring this incredible country and only ever scratch the surface. The one thing you will learn for certain on a visit to China is that it is like nowhere else on this planet.

Sprinkled over more than 2 million square kilometres of the South Pacific Ocean lie the 15 tiny Cook Islands. The most popular island, Rarotonga, is the pearl of the South Pacific, set right in the heart of the South Seas.

Fiji is everything you imagine a tropical paradise to be - and then some. Apart from the beautiful palm-fringed beaches, coral lagoons, crystal-clear water and resorts that have it all, Fiji's best asset is the people.

With its outstanding landscape—from the seas in the north and mountains in the south—Germany offers almost unlimited choices to the traveller.

To most of us, the word Hawai‘i conjures up images of exotic hula dancers, swaying palm trees, crystal clear waters lapping the shores of pristine white beaches.  With hundreds of beaches scattered around the six main islands of Hawai‘i this picture is indeed true, however the ‘Islands of Aloha’ offer so much more.

Brian Johnston shares his in depth knowledge of Hong Kong  from a family perspective.

Hong Kong is an energetic and vibrant city that’s plenty of fun at any time of year. It has a striking fusion of modern urban living and Chinese tradition, and you’ll find plenty of contrast everywhere, from the fast-paced neon streets of the city centre to the slow rural settings of the outlying islands. Old temples sit cheek by jowl with ultra-daring skyscrapers, and as for the views of Hong Kong harbour by night, they are nothing short of breathtaking.

Ireland conjures up images of emerald green hills shrouded in mist, dotted with farms and cottages and charming, cosy pubs. Indeed, the landscape of Ireland is some of the most spectacular in all of Europe.

Malaysia

Malaysia is comprised of Peninsular Malaysia and the states of Sarawak and Sabah on the island of Borneo. It is a tropical paradise, which offers immaculate rainforests, unblemished islands, wetlands and underwater havens for snorkelling and diving 

Sabah, Malaysia

The magic of Sabah is in it's wild beauty. It's rugged, forested mountains are the very definition of scenic grandeur and it's vast expanses of tropical vegetation represent the most pristine rainforest in all of Malaysia.

This cluster of 1192 tiny sand atolls is draped around the equator in the Indian Ocean, dotted with palms and surrounded by stunning aquamarine lagoons.

This tropical island paradise in the Indian Ocean has 160km of coastline almost entirely covered by golden beaches, blue lagoons and one of the world's largest unbroken reefs. The capital, Port Louis, is the commercial heart of the country.

New Caledonia

For a taste of France without having to fly the family to Europe, visit New Caledonia - only a two-hour flight away. The capital, Noumea, is where most of the family resort hotels are located.

With stunning scenery ranging from glaciers to rolling green pastures, soaring mountains and mirror-image lakes, New Zealand is tailor-made for adventure.

Scotland's 19th century writer Robert Louis Stevenson was known as 'Tusitala, the teller of tales', but he couldn't have been closer to the truth when he labelled Samoa 'paradise'.

Singapore is so compact and easy to get around yet it offers your family endless dining and entertainment options, famed quality shopping, cultural treasures and many other exciting possibilities.

Taiwan is full of surprises and the latest destination for adventurous families wanting entertainment and holiday fun for children. The island has it all: good food, a beautiful coastline, awe inspiring mountains, child friendly cities and lots of sunshine!

Thailand means "land of the free" and when you're lazing on a pristine beach, watching the kids frolic at the water's edge, you'll certainly agree with that moniker.

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland – to give it its full title – is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Its long, and often dramatic, history has helped to shape the landscape and its people. No one knows much about the original inhabitants, but more is known about the Celts, Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Vikings and Normans who have left behind a legacy of jewellery, weaponry, castles, fortresses and place names among other things.

The USA is home to many wonderful attractions and is an unforgettable holiday experience just waiting for you and your family.

Almost immediately after touching down at Port Vila's airport after a short, three-hour flight, the pace will slow, and the stresses of daily life will begin to fade away.

Vietnam is a family-friendly country of traditional charm and rare beauty. There are some divine beaches along the coast, while inland there are soaring mountains, which are cloaked by misty forests.

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