Airone is great for children, with a long and sandy beach, shallow waters and a separate kids’ splash pool. The grounds are flat with bags of space to play and pushchair friendly for those of you with babies and toddlers. We also have a selection of Frog bikes for children from three to seven years. These bikes are available to use in and around the beachclub grounds, but cannot be taken outside of the beachclub.

There are family and inter-connecting rooms plus the usual Neilson crèche and kids’ clubs for children aged from 4 months to 17 years. Make sure your children don't miss out, pre-book before you go to secure a space in the club they want. If needed there’s also cots, baby baths, buggies and a 24-hour baby room.

Airone Beachclub is located on the Gulf of Taranto, between golden sandy beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see and rolling, rural countryside. There’s a sleepy vibe to the immediate surroundings, but there is a lot to explore nearby.

Sibari

Head to Sibari (10km away), here you will find archaeological sites galore due to its proximity to the ancient Greek colony towns of Sybaris and Thurli. The ancient inhabitants of Sybaris became infamous for their hedonism to such an extent that “sybarite’ has become a byword for opulent luxury and pleasure-seeking!  

Rossano

A 30-minute drive away is the medieval town of Rossano, one of the most celebrated villages for art and architecture in this part of Calabria. Perched on a hillside, the old town is a warren of beautiful old streets, with many grand old houses, churches and an 11th-century Cathedral. Interestingly, Rossano is also well known for producing liquorice! 

Matera

Located in the small region of Basilicata (one hour and 45 minutes from Airone Beachclub) is the spectacular city of Matera and its ancient neighbourhoods, known as sassi. Matera is one of the oldest continually inhabited settlements in the world, dating back to the Palaeolithic period. The sassi are a series of caves or grottoes carved out of the limestone rock and perched on the edge of a rugged ravine – it is one of the most unique places to be found anywhere in the world.

As recently as the 1950’s people lived (here in the caves) in severe poverty without electricity or running water. Fast forward 70 years or so and Matera and the sassi have been granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Most of the caves have been converted into stylish hotels, restaurants and bars, so you can now sleep in the caves, eat in the caves, enjoy a drink in the caves and shop for artisan crafts in the caves such is the transformation.  

Despite its increasing popularity, Matera and the sassi have been carefully restored and there is still an air of discovery about the place. Matera is truly unique, with a spectacular setting and fascination history – definitely one not to miss.
 

There's much more to this area than meets the eye, speak to our excursion provider for more details and find out all about the beautiful treks that will take you through the landscapes that this area of Calabria is known for.

Closer to home, ten minutes walk away, there are a couple of excellent beach bars serving great food in an even better setting - perfect for a relaxed evening. 

Hotel and flights

• Direct flights • Coach transfer (1 hr 40 mins) • Beachclub accommodation • Wi-Fi in public areas and in most rooms • Beach towels • Tea and coffee making facilities 

Food and drink

• Breakfast every day • Lunch every day • Four evening meals weekly • Water, tea and coffee with inclusive meals

Shore based activities

• Tennis with coaching • Mountain biking with guiding • Road cycling with guiding • Fitness classes • Yoga and stretch classes • Climbing wall • Volleyball

Departure airports: London Heathrow
Departure day: Saturday
Arrival airport: Lamezia Terme (SUF)
Flight duration: approx. 3 hours 
Airline: British Airways
Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 40 minutes