Holidays with small children
When holidaying with a baby or toddler, it is important to choose the right place. With small children, holidays are all about a safe environment, the proximity of facilities and the possibility of both rest and play at the child's level. At VacanceSelect, you will find a wide choice of child-friendly campsites and holiday parks that are ideal for a holiday with a baby or toddler aged 0-4.
We have collected the best vacation parks that focus on comfort, safety and child-friendly facilities - baby pools, playgrounds, shaded areas. Whether you are travelling with a toddler or a preschooler on the way, you will find inspiration and concrete suggestions for a holiday that suits you. A holiday with young children can be relaxing and full of great experiences - especially if the destination is chosen with care.
Safe environment
When travelling with a baby, the environment must be somewhat quiet. Young children thrive in a safe environment where there is not too much noise, traffic or commotion around them. That's why we recommend vacation resorts where the accommodation is in green surroundings, away from major roads and with plenty of opportunity to find rest during the day. This makes it easier to take a nap and also gives you, as parents, a chance to relax. Many of our recommended campsites have a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere - and you'll feel it from day one.
Short distance to everything
With a baby in your arms - or in a stroller - it is a huge advantage if everything is within easy reach, such as the pool, playground, supermarket and restaurant. The best holiday destinations for small children are those where you don't have to travel long distances to get to the pool or get a sandwich in the morning. This saves energy and makes vacation days easy and stress-free. If you stay close to the facilities, you can quickly return to your accommodation if you need a break, a diaper change or a nap.
Child-friendly facilities
The right holiday destination makes a big difference when you have a baby with you. That's why we've selected destinations where the facilities are specially adapted for little ones. These include baby pools with shallow water and shade, quiet areas, playgrounds for little ones and restaurants with high chairs and children's menus. Many destinations also offer cribs and changing pads in the accommodation, so you don't have to bring your entire belongings from home. If the resort is designed with young children in mind, the whole experience is more relaxing - for both the baby and you as parents.
Our favourites for holidays with young children
Camping Ca'Savio is one of the most child-friendly campsites on the Adriatic coast - and an excellent choice if you are travelling with a baby or toddler. A safe and quiet setting in green pine forests, direct access to a wide and shallow sandy beach and a short distance between accommodation, pool and facilities.
The campsite has several pools, including a shallow children's pool with room to play and splash, and there are shaded areas by the pool and around the accommodations. It is easy to walk around with a baby carriage, and it is possible to book air-conditioned mobile homes with cots and high chairs. There are several playgrounds, and the atmosphere is quiet and family-friendly, making it ideal for a child-friendly holiday.
Camping de Schatberg is a perfect destination for families with young children who want a relaxing holiday close to nature with many facilities for the little ones. The campsite offers both indoor and outdoor swimming pools for children, playgrounds and quiet areas where toddlers can safely explore and play.
You will find comfortable cottages with space for the whole family, often with cribs, high chairs and kitchen facilities to make any vacation with young children easy and convenient. The uncluttered size of the campsite and the family-friendly atmosphere mean that both children and parents have a great holiday here.
Camping La Croix du Vieux Pont is a great choice for families with babies and toddlers who want a relaxing holiday in a picturesque setting. The campsite is in a quiet and green setting with plenty of space for young children to safely explore.
There are children's pools and shallow pool areas that make it easy and fun for little ones to splash and play. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable with air conditioning, kitchen facilities and the option of a crib and high chair. With short distances to the pool, playground and restaurants, daily life on vacation is easy and manageable - perfect for families travelling with young children.
Beautifully located on the Croatian coast on the Istrian peninsula,Aminess Maravea Camping Resort is an excellent choice for families traveling with babies or small children. With quiet surroundings, shady spots and a short distance between accommodation, pool and beach, it is easy to create a relaxing and safe vacation for the whole family.
The campground offers child-friendly facilities such as shallow baby pools, safe playgrounds and small water slides where toddlers can play and explore safely. Air-conditioned mobile homes and cribs and high chairs provide comfort and flexibility, while the abundant greenery and quiet paths provide plenty of room to play. All in all, a place that makes it easy to meet the smallest family needs - without compromising on vacation fun.
Camping Cisano/San Vito is a popular choice for families with young children who want a safe and comfortable holiday near Lake Garda. The campsite is known for its quiet surroundings, clear streets and not least the shallow, child-friendly beach where little ones can splash and play safely.
Here you will find swimming pools with children's pools and shallow areas perfect for toddlers and babies. Accommodations often have air conditioning and spacious terraces where families can relax in the shade. The paths and walkways at the campsite are suitable for strollers, and there are plenty of opportunities for short, quiet walks in the green surroundings. All in all, Cisano San Vito is a safe and family-friendly choice for a holiday with young children, where comfort and tranquillity go hand in hand.
Camping La Masia is within walking distance of the beach in the lively resort of Blanes on the Costa Brava. There is a quiet and relaxed atmosphere, and the facilities are geared to families travelling with babies and toddlers.
The campsite has a nice children's area with a shallow pool, shaded playgrounds and plenty of greenery where children can play freely. The accommodations are comfortable and well furnished, and many have air conditioning and a private terrace - ideal for a nap in the shade or an evening meal when the children are asleep. The size and layout of the campground make it easy to get around with your child, and everything is within easy reach, making it easy to plan your day.
Mini club and entertainment - when it's time to be active
Even when you're little, you can still have great holiday experiences. Many of our most child-friendly campsites and holiday parks offer a mini-club or kids' club adapted to the youngest guests - often from 2 or 3 years of age. Here, toddlers can play, paint, sing and dance in a safe and fun environment with other children and educational staff.
Many places also offer activities such as mini-discos, treasure hunts or creative workshops that do not require language skills - and where parents are welcome to join in if their child needs reassurance. Children's clubs are usually held in shaded or covered areas and with small groups to keep the atmosphere calm and manageable.
Entertainment for young children is not about speed and noise, but presence, play and the joy of being together. And for you as parents, it gives you much-needed time to relax while your little ones are having fun with their peers in a safe environment.
The best holidays with small children
Campsites and holiday parks are among the most popular holiday options for families with young children - and for good reason. Here you get plenty of space, kid-friendly facilities and the opportunity to set your own pace for the day. Many choose mobile homes or holiday apartments with their own kitchen and terrace, giving you the freedom to eat and sleep at your own pace. Hotels with baby-friendly service and access to pool and shade can also be a good choice - especially if you want to fully relax.
When is the best time to travel with small children?
If you can, travelling outside of school holidays can be a big advantage. During the off-season, there are fewer people, milder temperatures and often lower prices - all of which make it easier and more comfortable to holiday with a baby or toddler. Spring and late summer in particular are ideal periods to travel for families with children looking for peace and quiet and plenty of space at both the campsite and the beach.
Gusto Baby: Mobile homes designed for little ones
Gustocamp's Gusto Baby mobile home is specially designed for families with a baby or toddler and has all the necessary amenities: crib, changing table, bathtub, high chair, night light and bottle warmer - even a baby carriage and baby monitor. The mobile home has a practical layout with direct access between the parent and child room and a large, partially covered terrace with a shaded play area. A safe and comfortable base that makes a vacation with small children much easier.
You will find Gusto Baby at Union Lido, Park Albatros and Montescudaio Village.