Bask & Bond: Luxury Family Holidays for 2026

The best kind of luxury? Time. Uninterrupted, unhurried, and shared with everyone we love the most. Bask & Bond is about the tiny, unrepeatable moments – a quick afternoon cocktail that turns into a long lunch because no one’s looking at their watch, bare feet buried in sand beneath glinting shoreline dinners, sunsets so spectacular even the noisiest and most rambunctious of cousins stop splashing to take a look. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for 2026 luxury family holidays or refining the details of a multi‑generational holiday that spans three generations and crosses continents, this is your cue to reconnect somewhere special. 

Togetherness shouldn’t be shimmied in after work ends and before the after-school clubs start – it deserves prime real estate on your calendar. And we’ve found just the spots to make it happen...

Sun Siyam Iru Veli, Maldives 

There’s something actually quite lyrical about Sun Siyam Iru Veli. On South Nilandhe Atoll, 125 villas spread across white sands and turquoise lagoons, each with its own private freshwater pool – and they become a quiet base for splash‑filled mornings and neon sky sunsets. Many come in the coveted Dolphin Ocean Villa format, cleverly positioned for graceful early‑morning fin and flipper sightings.

Here, the culinary scene is a mini odyssey: Aqua Orange serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking stations; Grouper Grill is where grilled seafood and steaks meet ocean breezes; Roma sits over the water for intimate dinners; and for post‑pool refreshment while the little ones make new friends and hone new skills elsewhere on the island, there’s Fresh Water — the adult‑only pool bar with breezy cocktails and light lunch plates. There’s even a Wine Cellar for curated tastings if you fancy a grown‑up detour.

Families are well‑catered for with the Turtle Kids Club (ages 4–12), as treasure hunts on the beach mingle with curated art, craft and storytelling sessions by the sea. Two outdoor pools, a children’s pool and watersports rig keep everyone amused long after breakfast. From floating breakfasts by the villa to Bodu Beru drummers gathering everyone under stars to celebrate another night in what can only be described as paradise, this tropical hideaway is that rare sort of destination where togetherness feels as natural as the tides of the Indian Ocean itself.

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Turks & Caicos 

If you’ve ever wondered what azure looks like dialled up to 100, Turks & Caicos has the answer. The archipelago’s twinkling waters and powder‑white sands are practically engineered for inter‑generational play and those who feel like they’ve done the other luxury holiday hotspots, with a clutch of superb resorts within its grasp that make it all feel wonderfully easy.

COMO Parrot Cay offers thoughtful villa living - from spacious Beach Houses with private plunge pools to sprawling private residences - all with attentive butler service and a gentle kind of island luxury that never feels overdone. Its Play by COMO programme includes creative crafts, kite flying, beach games and supervised family yoga that’s as much of an experience for parents as it is for kids.

Over on Grace Bay, Wymara Resort + Villas pairs sleek design with sprawling pool decks and coves to explore, while Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa wraps oceanfront suites in a kind of serene elegance that you’ll wish you can bottle up and take home by the bucketload. Together, these spots make Turks & Caicos perhaps one of the most joyful trending destinations for luxury family holidays 2026 – a place where sandcastle building and sunset cocktails can sit comfortably side‑by‑side.

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Ikos Collection 

Across the sun‑blushed reaches of Greece and Spain, Ikos Resorts have raised all‑inclusive into an art form that suits every single age and appetite. At the brand‑new Ikos Kissamos (opening April 2026), 414 rooms, suites and bungalows are paired with seven restaurants and four bars, eight pools (plus a splash pad) and beachside service that feels like a private beach club for your brood. And if those numbers don’t tempt you, perhaps the hallmarks of the brand as a whole will.

What truly sets Ikos Resorts apart - and makes them perennial favourites for luxury family holidays - is how generous the inclusions are. At every property, your stay comes with a suite of experiences and amenities as standard: unlimited dining at multiple à la carte restaurants curated by Michelin‑starred chefs and backed by an all‑day bars and drinks programme (containing no less than 300 different wines), concierge service that anticipates everything from beach loungers to babysitters, non‑motorised watersports and tennis, and complimentary access to award‑winning kids’ clubs for ages from tots through teens – just make sure to pre-book your slots. 

Spa and wellness credits at the on‑site Ikos Spa, daily kids’ entertainment, and 24‑hour room service also form part of the package, meaning days can take whatever shape your family chooses, all without a second thought about the bill at the end. It’s a style of all‑inclusive that feels stylishly light yet luxuriously comprehensive, and it’s one of the reasons Ikos remains a benchmark for luxury family holidays 2026. A note from the experts? They all sell out fast, so call our team today if you’re not yet prepared for the school holidays and you’re in search of availability.

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Sani Resort

On Greece’s Halkidiki peninsula, Sani Resort feels akin to a luxury playground for all ages. Spread across 1,000 acres of pine‑fringed coastline, nature reserve and wetlands, it’s a patchwork of experiences that feels incredibly, addictively cohesive.

For families craving shared time (and a splash or three), Sani Beach is a true standout: three outdoor heated pools, a children’s splash pad, indoor spa pool, and direct beach access along blue‑flag sands no less. Babysitting and crèche services mean you can even steal a sunset yoga session with ease, all while tiny tots try mini‑Olympic beach games.

Porto Sani is perfect for multi‑generational holiday groups thanks to its lagoon pool meet‑ups and three‑bedroom suites, while Sani Dunes and Sani Asterias dial up refined design and beachfront calm. Access to the marina, plus 40 restaurants and bars across the collection - from Greek seafood taverna evenings to Peruvian fusion nights at Lima - you’ll find that evenings and dinner times never get repetitive.

Mix in water sports, forest trails, and the highly coveted academies - Bear Grylls Survival, Rafa Nadal Tennis, Chelsea Football - and it’s easy to see why Sani feels like a lived‑in luxury village more than a traditional resort.

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St Regis Le Morne, Mauritius

On the southwestern edge of Mauritius, St Regis Le Morne marries the grand colonial‑style spaces often synonymous with the brand name with enough outdoor antics to keep every age group happily engaged. Suites range from spacious Junior and Heritage options that open onto lush gardens to sprawling Peninsula and Manor House villas with generous terraces and ocean views.

Water babies will delight in snorkelling, kayaking across the dolphin-inhabited lagoon and - for those a little older - boating, sailing and scuba diving. Dining here feels like a series of shared celebrations - think beachside seafood platters at Ocean Bread Co. or afternoon teas by the sea. And for parents and couples travelling to soak up quality time together, the champagne sabrage at sunset is an occasion not to be missed.

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Carlisle Bay, Antigua

Set on Horseshoe Bay’s graceful curve, Carlisle Bay is like the chic but welcoming beach house you wish you owned… and could visit five times a year. Suites - many newly refurbished, and with ocean views - create roomy, peaceful havens.

The Cool Kids Club runs everything from arts and crafts to treasure hunts, while teen‑friendly water sports and pickleball or tennis keep the older set happily engaged. Dining ranges from relaxed lunches at Indigo on the Beach to sleek Italian fare at Ottimo!, giving you plenty of options whether the day feels casual or celebratory. Sunrise yoga, private movie screenings, and the decadent interiors of the Cara Organic Beauty Spa all add up to exactly the sort of joyous moments that define a successful luxury family holiday.

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Emerald Yacht Cruises

For clans who like their horizons to shift daily, Emerald Yacht Cruises delivers. These ultra-luxury boutique yachts, smaller and far more personal than grand cruise liners, feel like the most grand and mobile seaside home money could buy – panoramic lounges perfect for bedtime stories and ocean views that change with every sunrise.

Time on shore reveals hidden coves, medieval towns and local markets where you can gather curios to take home, while evenings onboard turn into intimate dinners under stars, sunset storytelling sessions in the observation lounge, and cocktails with an indigo horizon as your backdrop. It’s the kind of luxury holiday where the trip is the destination: shared, shifting, and full of surprises.

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More of the Best Family Holidays

• Niyama Private Islands, Maldives
• Maxx Royal Belek
• Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
• Our Tailor-Made Holiday: Oman Family Adventure In Style
• Our Tailor-Made Holiday: Family Summer in Thailand

Each of these destinations offers laughter, discovery, shared delight, as well as luxury family holidays that’ll take centre stage in your stories for years. Whether it’s a hammock swing shared by three generations or a clifftop dinner for two overlooking endless blue, these are the escapes where togetherness always matters.

*all prices and information correct as of January 2026. Please call our team for the latest information.