Three of the best multi-gen holidays that work for both kids AND grandparents

GRAB granny and pack your bags – multi-generational holiday packages are an absolute bargain. It comes as new research from Jet2 reveals that more and more families are bringing the grandparents with them on holiday. All ages can bond on a sunshine holiday together Credit: PeopleImages Sparkling Lindos on the Greek island of Rhodes Credit: davidionut According to booking data, most family trips are taken in groups of five or six, with the Canary Islands proving to be the most popular spot. Choice of destination is a huge consideration for multi-gen groups, with 43 per cent choosing somewhere based solely on suitability for their party. Sign up for the Travel newsletter Thank you! Following the Canary Islands on the list of most in-demand multi-generational getaway locations is Turkey, the Balearic Islands, Greece and mainland Spain. Sophie Swietochowski shares her pick of holidays for the whole family . . . TENERIFE Promising year-round sunshine and affordable deals, the rugged Canary Isle of Tenerife is the sweet spot for families after something quick and easy with unlimited R&R. Check in to the 4H Paradise Park Fun Lifestyle Hotel, which has enough to keep the kids happy while the older generations kick back with a pina colada. Kids’ clubs, for those aged four to 12, will keep them busy in the day with arts, crafts and competitions, while evening entertainment is geared up for everyone, with bingo, live music and mini discos. Five outdoor pools ensure you won’t struggle to find a sunlounger and there’s an onsite spa, too. Most read in Travel GO: TENERIFE Seven nights’ B&B is from £619pp including flights from London Stansted on September 15. Price is based on four adults and two children sharing, 22kg baggage allowance and return transfers. See jet2holidays.com. TURKEY This European hotspot is crammed with all-inclusive resorts where vast food choices help take the faff out of having multiple mouths to feed. The Aquapark at Orka World Hotel stays open until mid-October and the kids will absolutely love it. The park is home to 13 water slides, four pools and a lazy river that even the grandparents can enjoy. You’ll keep well fuelled at the buffet restaurant, which has all the favourites plus some traditional Turkish offerings, including pide (a savoury flatbread) and gozleme (a thin, doughy pancake stuffed with spinach, feta or meat). GO: TURKEY Seven nights’ all-inclusive is from £600pp including flights from London Gatwick on September 30. Price is based on four adults and two children sharing two rooms and includes luggage and transfers. See easyjet.com/en/holidays. GREECE You don’t need to spend buckets to bag a deal that will suit everyone, and the calm Rodos Palace resort in Rhodes is a prime example. The Greek island offers fascinating history for the grandparents to sink their teeth into, as well as high-intensity activities for the kids and views that look super in the sunshine. Rooms are bright and airy, while the eight restaurants on site will ensure you’re never short of dinner options. There’s also a plush private beach with plump cabanas and a volleyball net. GO: GREECE Seven nights’ all-inclusive is from £439pp including flights from East Midlands on September 29. Price is based on four adults and one child sharing a family suite and includes luggage. See loveholidays.com. Comment now