The five-star family formula: brilliant kids' clubs, serious restaurants and suites where everyone sleeps.
The both/and test
A great family resort passes a simple test: the children call it the best holiday ever, and the adults would happily return without them. That requires real investment in both halves — qualified kids'-club teams and a wine list chosen with equal care.
Mallorca and Dubai lead the category for UK families: short-to-medium flights, reliable sun, and resorts that have spent decades perfecting the formula.
What to ask before booking
Check kids'-club age bands and hours against your children's ages, confirm interconnecting-room availability in writing, and ask where families actually eat dinner — the answer tells you everything about how the resort balances its guests.
Or skip the homework entirely and let the concierge shortlist resorts that fit your family's ages and pace.
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