Making the most of family holidays means making sure that you’re in a calm, peaceful setting, with plenty of activities for the young ones. There are many destinations, all over the world, that can be reached at very low costs and are perfect for families with children of all ages.

There are lots of cheap flights all year-round to Majorca, so try to take advantage of these. Majorca’s climate is warm, but not too hot, so perfect for families with young children. Don’t worry about keeping the children entertainend here – there are hundreds of activities to choose from. Why not drive to the Majorca Auto Safari? Here you can go and see monkeys, giraffes, zebras and elephants, all from the car! This vast park allows animals to roam around, making it more similar to their natural habitats. For a fun evening activity, see the Magaluf Pirates Show. This astounding show has former world-class athletes in a live-action spectacle, similar to Cirque du Soleil.

Lanzarote, in the Canary Islands, is a great choice for families who are hoping to catch some spring sunshine on a budget. Whether you’re looking for a chilled-out or action-packed break, Lanzarote has it all. For a relaxing day out, book a trip aboard a giant catamaran. Children are welcomed by the crew and are encouraged to help out with steering the boat and raising the sails. The voyage includes a stop-off at the beaches of Papagayo where you can try a free jet-ski (with an instructor) or even learn to snorkel. For an educational excursion take your family to the whale and dolphin museum. Here you can learn all about the fascinating lives of these aquatic mammals. With cheap holidays to some incredible hotels on the Island, breaks to Lanzarote are excellent value for money.

Cyprus is another destination that remains popular with holidaymakers who are travelling with children. If you would like a break from keeping the kids occupied, stay at the Cyprotel Poseidonia Beach Hotel. This four star hotel as an excellent kids club, where staff lay on fun activities that kids of all ages will enjoy, leaving parents with time for a well-earned rest. For a fantastic educational day out, visit the Paleontology Museum in Lanarca where you can view evidence of prehistoric life which is millions of years old.

Family holidays can be excellent value. There are so many activities to enjoy in these popular destinations, which the whole family will enjoy.