Family

We never stand still here at Neilson, so our beachclubs are constantly changing for the better.

In preparation for this summer we’ve introduced a number of changes to our kids' clubs with new activities and new clubs, making it even easier for families to enjoy their holiday, together. We know youngsters love being active, and nobody wants them missing out on any fun, so we hope we've found new ways for you all to really make the most of your holiday.

Keeping teenagers amused on a family holiday is no mean feat. After all, we all remember being the age when a family holiday was pretty low on our wish list.

But don’t despair – there are plenty of things you can do to teenager-proof your holiday and make sure your precious time away is enjoyable for the whole family.

Here are a few of our secrets to a teenager-friendly holiday:

Family holidays don't always scream relaxing. From the packing to the journey to the holiday itself, there’s plenty of potential for stress when you have your favourite clan in tow.

But plan it right and a family holiday can be everything you want it to be. Exciting, active and relaxing for everybody. So here are our top tips to make sure your 2021family holidays are as relaxing and chilled as can be.

The time has come: your first all-inclusive family holiday. Feeling a little bit anxious or overwhelmed? Don’t fret – you’re in good hands.

It doesn’t matter what type of holiday you’re looking to book – be it a beach getaway or snowy escape – your mind’s first port of call will always be your kids. Your mind might work overtime, firing questions left, right, and centre: “What are the best holidays for kids?” “Will they have fun?” “Will they be safe?”

This is where our kids’ clubs come into their own: our nannies are brilliant with little ones, so you know they’ll be really well looked after. They’ll have a ball, and you’ll get to indulge in some long-forgotten ‘me time’ – whether that’s high-octane sports or fully-horizontal relaxation.

If ever you deserve a holiday, it’s during pregnancy.

Plan it right and a pre-baby holiday can be just what you need to relax before the hard work begins. Fancy lounging by a pool in the sunshine? Doing some rejuvenating beach yoga? Taking your bump on cycling adventures? Whatever appeals, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy an amazing holiday while growing that tiny human.

Our Neilson guide to holidaying during pregnancy gives you the lowdown on when to travel, what to consider and where to go. We’ve got some beautiful pregnancy-friendly destinations for you...

Whether you dive into a swimming pool or the warm waters of the Mediterranean, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing dip on a hot, sunny day. It’s a simple pleasure, but one that remains incredibly popular throughout our beachclubs… and it’s time the kids got involved.

Teaching your little ones to swim is one of the best and most memorable gifts a parent can give. But how on earth to do you do it properly? Well, we drafted in some of our swim coaches for their top tips on how to teach children to swim. The fun way.

Here’s what they had to say…

With a kid’s club for children aged from 4 months to 17 years, many children who enjoy beachclub holidays with their family find themselves growing up and moving through the ranks of the Neilson kids’ club tribe – from Starfish to Sharksters, Wave Riders and TAG and everything else in between.It’s not uncommon for children to collect the wonderfully colourful rash vests as trophies of their time spent in each club and emerge out the other side as a fully-fledged expert on all things active, so much so, many children even go on the become instructors themselves.

We spoke to Bex, who has been on her fair share of Neilson holidays and has spent her summers immersed in the various kid’s clubs, learning a whole host of new skills and making loads of new friends. For Bex, Neilson is like a family, super friendly and super fun.

When it comes to packing for a holiday, we tend to fall into one of a couple of personality types. The perfect packer, super organised and packed days if not weeks before travel. The chronic over-packer, throwing in everything but the kitchen sink. A minimalist marvel, who’s got streamlined packing down to a fine art or last but not least one of those people (me included) who are running around throwing things in a bag in a last-minute panic, inevitable forgetting lots of essentials and running around the airport picking up the stuff you just can’t do without.

Whatever camp you fall into, there’s lots to consider when your packing for a family beach holiday, especially if you and the family will be enjoying water sports and other activities too. Check out the list below in preparation for your next holiday.

Travelling with young children opens up a whole new world of fun but can also put your patience to the test.If you’re planning your first family holiday overseas, here are our top ten tips to help make travelling with toddlers as easy as a walk in the park.

Does the thought of planning a summer holiday for your family send your mind into a bit of a spin? If you don’t know where to start, take a deep breath, relax and let us talk you through our guide to researching, organising and booking the perfect (stress-free) getaway.

Family holidays are of course always brilliant but why not go one step further and learn something new together this year? You’ll experience a whole host of positive benefits; from instilling more confident attitudes to creating happy memories and even make steps towards improving mental health. Let us tell you more...

It’s safe to say we’re all aware that a family holiday is a good idea but just what are the actual benefits? Let us introduce you to some research findings and scientific facts which establish exactly why you should prioritise a family holiday, from strengthening relationships to improving your health. Just in case you need any other excuses to getaway!