Home > Best Family Breaks > Travel > The Best Places for Late Summer Sun Post author By The Mum Club Post date 22 August 2023 The Best Places for Late Summer Sun The Mum Club22 August 2023 For lucky ones in the lofty position of not being tied to term times, a late summer getaway should be considered an essential says Tiny Travelship. Here are their favourite finds… Cyprus Closer to the Middle East than Europe, Cyprus, the hottest island in the Mediterranean, where the sun shines over 300 days a year, offers long-haul heat levels without the lengthy flight. Much more than neon lights and nightclubs, Cyprus is home to ancient history, pine-studded national parks and turquoise bays The Best Family-Friendly Hotel in Cyprus Almyra, Paphos Almyra is a design hotel that proves you can be best in class at catering for children without compromising on cool, grown-up vibes. The Scott Dunn run Kids Club welcomes tots from 4 months old, whilst the genius Baby Go Lightly service makes packing a breeze. For adults, there’s a stress-erasing spa and destination dining. All this, for a reasonable price tag, makes Almyra nearly impossible to beat. Find out more The Best Budget Boutique Stay in Cyprus Modus Vivendi, Psematismenos For those who like to get under the skin of countries they visit, Modus Vivendi encourages all guests to live like locals—the alternative to identikit resorts that could be picked up and placed in any country. The owners at Modus Vivendi are passionate about highlighting the island’s rich tradition and cultural heritage. A cluster of artfully eclectic apartments are tastefully decorated with stone walls, antique beds and vintage finds. The kitchenettes make catering for tiny taste buds super simple. Guests of all ages can’t help but lean into a slower, more sedate pace of life centred around the sun-drenched courtyard pool. With prices starting from £97 p/night and bragging rights to your neighbours that you’ve found a true hidden gem, it’s hands down the best budget boutique bolthole in the country. Find out more Puglia, Italy Puglia…even the name is poetic. The heel of Italy is home to postcard-perfect views, whitewashed villages and fabulous food. Come September, the crowds disperse, leaving both beaches and restaurant wait lists blissfully empty The Best Big Family Villa Villa Le Cerase, Puglia One of our top tips for a hassle-free holiday with tiny people is to rope in the grandparents. Hello, built-in babysitters! Deep in the peaceful countryside of Salve lies Villa Le Cerase, a cluster of 3 sympathetically converted trulli ideal for extended families or friends (sleeping 7 in total). The trio of whitewashed buildings surround a serene private pool nestled in safe, secure Mediterranean gardens. You’re not far from the secret swimming spot at Marina Serra (the stuff of Insta gold), Puglia’s best beaches, or the tastiest restaurants (Taverna Del Porto is not to be missed) Find out more A Luxury Family-Friendly Hotel Borgo Egnazia If you’re scrolling for the lap of luxury and a stay where your every whim and fancy is immediately catered to, you’ll want to check out Borgo Egnazia. With rural romance at every turn, you’d be forgiven for thinking this was an adult-only enclave, but that’s far from the case. Children are warmly welcomed with a Kid’s Club and Tripp Trapp equipped restaurants. Borgo is quietly recommended from friend to friend so the secret of this parental paradise doesn’t get out. Find out more Cornwall, England Although you can never guarantee the English weather, if there’s one UK destination we’d hot foot it over to in the hope of some September sun, it would be Cornwall. With beaches to rival the Caribbean, sublime seafood, and stylish seafront sanctuaries, it’s one of Britain’s most loved beach breaks for good reason. A Luxury Hotel with Complimentary Childcare Fowey Hall, Cornwall Recently refurbished, Fowey Hall is a cosseting coastal retreat providing unparalleled comfort for parents and tiny travellers alike. Less of a case of ‘what is available’ and more of a case of ‘what isn’t’, this stylish staycation is a masterclass in how to cater to families without compromising on gorgeous, grown-up vibes. The desirable location means there’s plenty in easy reach for families to do together, but if you need a little adults-only downtime, the Kid’s Club welcomes tots from 3 months old. With 90 minutes of complimentary childcare a day, it would be rude not to drop them off and indulge in the spa or a long languorous lunch with the ability to eat with two hands. Whilst it’s easy for hotels to offer cots and highchairs, truly thoughtful touches such as the milk butler service and daily story time with milk & cookies elevate this stay from family-friendly to family FANTASTIC. Find out more Tredethick Farm Cottages, Cornwall Whilst sticky soft play with hordes of children isn’t exactly our idea of a good time, onsite soft play accompanied by comfy sofas, freshly ground coffee, and thoughtfully provided magazines is definitely something we can get on board with. Tredethick’s self-catering cottages combine adult indulges (we’re talking separate sleep spaces, a hot tub and a well-stocked farm shop) with near-limitless children’s activities. Whatever the weather, all contingencies are covered thanks to the indoor swimming pool and soft play. The fun doesn’t stop there. Outside, there are farmyard friends and ride on tractors. A toddler’s dreamland? Yes, but one that manages to be equally captivating to parents as well Find out more Spain Whilst Spain might get a bad rep amongst boutique-bolthole seeking parents for its wealth of package holidays and mega-resorts, if you do a little digging, the home of sun-soaked siestas and tantalising tapas has a wealth of fabulous fincas and authentic abodes. The easy peasy 2hr 30-minute flight shouldn’t be underestimated either. An Adult-Only Hotel That Lets Kids in *Occasionally Casa La Siesta, Spain Usually an adults-only retreat, this honey-hued hacienda opens its doors to families during four specific weeks a year (the next one being 20th October – 3rd November). We don’t deny there’s a time and a place for all-singing, all-dancing hotels that whisk your offspring away into Kids Clubs. But Casa La Siesta offers an entirely new take on family-friendly getaways, where the needs of parents as people, not just mums and dads, are prioritised. A name to know for foodies, the onsite restaurant dishes up farm-to-fork dining at its finest, plus nearby Vejer offers a wealth of homegrown cuisine. Days can be spent horizontally holidaying around the Eden-esque pool, whilst nights involve heavenly glasses of local wine under the starlit sky – all without a singing mascot in sight. Find out more Hoteliers that act like Grandparents Caserio del Mirador A family-run Spanish sanctuary designed to expertly entertain babies and kids, so parents can relax. Yes, the swimming pool, swings, slides, sandpits, dressing up and Beryl, the resident pig – all tick child-delighting boxes. But what makes staying here so special is the fairy godmother-like service from the owners. Offering a level of hands-on help usually only identified with nannies or grandparents, hosts Johnny and Sarah will happily walk an overtired baby to sleep or play games with a toddler, allowing parents the chance to chill. The spacious self-catering apartments provide ample room and the flexibility to feed tiny travellers on their own schedule. However, parents aren’t totally left to fend for themselves. Breakfast is delivered to you every morning, and freshly cooked feasts are served in the evening. Find out more What is Tiny Travelship tinytravelship.com is a brilliant website packed with parent-pleasing stays all visited and verified by a fellow family. Making booking your next trip easy, you can filter holidays by the age of your children, weaning and sleeping requirements, distance from the airport, and the details important to you. You can also give them a follow on Instagram for daily inspiration, itineraries, insider reviews and the chance to share your recommendations. The Mum Club22 August 2023 ← DIY Dishoom Date Night Idea → Babies Supermarket Clothes Are So Good Right Now
