Sleepover

For family fun, you can’t beat this collection of hotels that have kids at their core

MarBella Corfu

This five-star hotel is home to one of the best-regarded kiddie club franchises in Europe, managed by Worldwide Kids. Its toddler programme is aimed at sensory and motor skill development, while older children can take part in activities such as archery, tennis and beach volleyball. There’s a private beach that’s safe for swimming and children of all ages will love lunching at Splash American Diner, while there’s more sophisticated plates at La Terrazza. Superior

rooms from £106, half board basis. marbella.gr

THE DATAI Malaysia

This season, young David Attenboroughs aged six and above are being treated to an education in marine biology at the excellent Datai in Langkawi. A naturalist will guide children around the 10 million-yearold rainforest and introduce them to the indigenous species that call it home. Later, they’ll seek out sea plankton with nets and put them under the microscope for an afternoon learning about their ecosystem and the importance of sustainable fishing. Accommodation is in a dreamy raised villa set within the trees, which sleeps a family of four and offers free meals for kids and use of watersports equipment. Rainforest villa from £790 for two nights, including breakast and airport transfers. thedatai.com

Porto Elounda Crete

Put your budding Theo Walcott through his paces at the Arsenal Soccer Camp at Porto Elounda on Crete. Youngsters from four months to 12 will love spending time in the Ark, while Mum and Dad can travel light by requesting any baby supplies – from nappies to sterilisers – before they arrive. Superior room with private pool from £280, including breakfast. portoelounda.com

ATLANTIS THE PALM Dubai

It’s fair to call Atlantis the Palm a young person’s paradise.

They can spend their entire holiday in swimwear, whizzing down waterslides or rapids, while adrenaline junkies will love the 20m-high zip wire; the longest in the Middle East. Younger tots can swim with dolphins and meet all manner of marine life. Fussy eaters will be happy: there are 23 restaurants on site. Deluxe rooms from £167, including waterpark entry. atlantisthepalm.com

MARBELLA CLUB Spain

A sojourn to Spain will be a fun learning curve for youngsters at the new 5,000sq m kids’ area at Marbella Club. It’s open 365 days a year for children aged four to 12, with activities ranging from cookery classes to pottery, yoga and gardening. Parents can enjoy the world-class golf course or excellent spa and health club, which includes many free amenities. Deluxe doubles from £380, including breakfast. marbellaclubwellness.com