Late summer family adventure far from the rain
Families Worldwide has noticed a sharp rise in enquiries coinciding with the media’s assertion that the rain is staying with us until September!
Here are four ideas of ways in which to escape the foul weather and enjoy the family adventure of a lifetime in some warm summer sunshine (overseas!).
Vesuvius & Pompeii – 8 days from £829 pp
Learn about Italy’s history & culture on the 8-day Vesuvius & Pompeii trip departing 17 August. Based in Sorrento, activities include discovering the secrets of Pompeii, optional trips to Herculaneum and Mount Vesuvius, rubbing shoulders with the super-rich in Capri and learning to cook pizzas. The itinerary also includes a visit to a working Agriturismo farm at Paestum to taste tomatoes, olive oil and mozzarella, and a boat trip to Capri to see the Blue Grotto. The holiday costs from £829 per child (5+), £879 per adult which includes all transportation, 7 nights’ B&B (plus one lunch), activities as per itinerary & a tour leader.
Rainforest & Islands – 11 days from £849 pp
Thailand is a colourful and culturally diverse destination and perfect for young families. Families Worldwide has availability on its 11-day Rainforest & Islands trip departing 14 July (guaranteed departure). Highlights of the action-packed itinerary include relaxing on great beaches (and snorkelling), riding elephants through a rainforest (and staying in a jungle lodge), boating in Khao Sok National Park and an exploration of Bangkok by tuk-tuk and long-tail boat. The holiday costs from £849 per child (age 5+), £899 per adult which includes all transportation, 8-nights’ accommodation, activities as per itinerary, some meals and the services of a tour leader.
High Atlas Family Adventure – 8 days from £339 pp
Families Worldwide has availability on its 8-day High Atlas Adventure holiday to Morocco departing 22 July. Highlights will include guided walks in the Atlas Mountains, meeting Berber tribesmen in their isolated villages, a visit to a holy shrine and the souks and Medina of bustling Marrakech. The trip can also be extended to include two days at the ancient Portuguese fishing port of Essaouira on the Atlantic coast. The holiday costs from £339 per child (min. age 7), £359 per adult which includes all transportation, 7-nights’ accommodation, most meals and the services of a tour leader.
Meet the Masai people in Kenya – 10 days from £1049 pp
Introduce your children to the Masai way of life on the 10-day Rift Valley Explorer trip to Kenya with departures on both 4th & 19th August. Experience the great African outdoors whilst staying in a mix of hotels and camps to enjoy views of Kilimanjaro from Amboseli, the serene beauty of the Rift Valley lakes – with extraordinary flamingo filled Lake Nakuru – and the grassy plains of the Maasai Mara, teeming with big game. This is not just a safari; it's a learning experience about Africa and the Maasai people. The holiday costs from £1,049 per child (min. age 7), £1,099 per adult which includes all transportation, 7 nights’ accommodation, most meals and the services of a tour leader. Park fees payable locally USD $442 & $552.
Fully-bonded for financial security, Families Worldwide can also book international flights for any trip on request.
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