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Atlantis The Palm

Hotels Diferencewith a 10Young travellers are in for a treat with fun-filled adventures and out-of-this- world experiences at these top hotels

The one with the… warrior The one with the… awesome school kids’ club Sasaab Lodge, Kenya Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Perched on a rocky ridge above the mighty Dubai’s sprawling family resort has plenty Ewaso Nyiro River, this nine-bedroom of waterborne fun with Aquaventure lodge has superb game viewing and close Waterpark, The Lost Chambers Aquarium ties with the local Samburu tribes. Children and marine mammal experiences at Dolphin can learn how to make a traditional bow and Bay and Sea Lion Point. It’s also got two arrow or a toothbrush from a native tree. dedicated kids’ clubs, one for 3-12-year-olds The tribesmen also teach would-be warriors and the other for teens aged 13-18. Whether how to collect water, make a fire and it’s indoor rock climbing or wheelbarrow survive in the bush with the help of special relays, learning origami or decorating ‘medicine trees’. Meanwhile, the fabulous freshly-baked cookie, you’ll find something family suite comes with a private plunge for everyone here. There’s even a ‘nightclub’ pool and magnificent views, plus kids under- for teens with music and mocktails. three stay for free. thesafaricollection.com atlantisthepalm.com

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Atlantis The Palm

Hotels Diferencewith a 10Young travellers are in for a treat with fun-filled adventures and out-of-this- world experiences at these top hotels

The one with the… warrior The one with the… awesome school kids’ club Sasaab Lodge, Kenya Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Perched on a rocky ridge above the mighty Dubai’s sprawling family resort has plenty Ewaso Nyiro River, this nine-bedroom of waterborne fun with Aquaventure lodge has superb game viewing and close Waterpark, The Lost Chambers Aquarium ties with the local Samburu tribes. Children and marine mammal experiences at Dolphin can learn how to make a traditional bow and Bay and Sea Lion Point. It’s also got two arrow or a toothbrush from a native tree. dedicated kids’ clubs, one for 3-12-year-olds The tribesmen also teach would-be warriors and the other for teens aged 13-18. Whether how to collect water, make a fire and it’s indoor rock climbing or wheelbarrow survive in the bush with the help of special relays, learning origami or decorating ‘medicine trees’. Meanwhile, the fabulous freshly-baked cookie, you’ll find something family suite comes with a private plunge for everyone here. There’s even a ‘nightclub’ pool and magnificent views, plus kids under- for teens with music and mocktails. three stay for free. thesafaricollection.com atlantisthepalm.com

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The one with the… indoor The one with the… cultural camping classes The Bloomsbury Hotel, London Alila Villas Soori, Bali This chic hotel lies at the heart of literary Located on the beachfront in southwest Bali London, just down the road from the and surrounded by World Heritage-listed British Museum. Little ones can ‘camp rice fields, Alila is the ultimate place for out’ in their very own tepee bed, which parents to recharge their batteries. Kids can be set up in mum and dad’s suite or can learn how to make and fly a traditional in an interconnecting room. The tepee Bebean (fish-shaped) kite, or take lessons comes with a mattress and bedding, indoor from a local painter. For a true cultural camping lamp, hotel teddy bear, and a immersion, young travellers can visit a gourmet ‘midnight feast’ of cookies and a village to spend the day with local children, flask of warm milk. Under-5s eat for free in listening to Balinese music, learning the hotel restaurant, too. doylecollection. traditional dances, picking fruits and com feeding the fish. alilahotels.com The one with the… old-school The one with the… jungle activities The Bloomsbury Hotel adventures Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, USA Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, After you’ve done Walt Disney World, head Costa Rica two hours southeast to this hideaway on Sandwiched between ocean and mountains, Florida’s scenic Atlantic Treasure Coast. this upmarket resort is made for tropical It’s the perfect spot for low-key family adventures. Zip-line between tree canopies activities like miniature golf, beachcombing, and monkeys, spend the afternoon at bike riding, campfire sing-a-longs and an indigenous reserve, and explore the kayaking adventures. There’s a Mickey incredible slopes of the Rincón de la Vieja Mouse-shaped pool, Disney Discovery Club volcano. Hike on forest trails and soak and sea turtle beach walks, while teens in hot springs, or try stand-up paddling, will love the GPS-aided scavenger hunt snorkelling and kayaking. Cambi Kids’ Club and surf school. Parents, meanwhile, can will keep 4-12-year-olds entertained while indulge in spa treatments or a round of golf. mum and dad enjoy the adults-only infinity disneybeachresorts.com pool and spa. papagayo.andaz.hyatt.com The one with the… mini-rangers’ Disney’s Vero Beach Resort Le Royal Monceau, Rafes The one with the… creative course workshops Singita Boulders Lodge, South Le Royal Monceau, Rafes Paris, Africa France Revamped in 2014, this 12-bedroom lodge This palatial hotel in the 8th in the private Sabi Sand Game Reserve arrondissement is renowned for its Philippe bordering Kruger National Park welcomes Starck-designed rooms and Michelin- kids of all ages. Young adventurers can sign starred restaurants. Le Petit Royal kids’ up for the mini rangers’ course where they’ll club is just as inspirational, with a line-up track animals and learn bush survival of fun workshops held during Saturday techniques. There’s also flower-pressing, Brunch so mum and dad can relax. Led by game-spotting competitions and nature professional artists, each one is inspired quizzes, followed by a Ranger’s Test and by major exhibitions happening in the city. certificate to recognise their newfound There are also pizza-making classes and DJ knowledge. Other activities include baking lessons for teens, along with treasure hunts lessons, swimming, archery, mountain through the Louvre and ‘pirate’ boat trips biking and visiting a local school. singita. down the Seine. rafes.com com Singita Boulders Lodge The one with the… teen arcade The one with the… unique Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen, breakfast Mexico Girafe Manor, Kenya Just opened on Mexico’s famed Riviera Set in a forest on the outskirts of Nairobi, Maya, this beautiful beach resort has this elegant manor house has ten rooms, striking design, lavish swim-up suites, landscaped gardens and sunny terraces. three spectacular infinity pools and a 6,000 Its main draw, however, is the resident square-foot spa. As stylish as it may be, it’s herd of Rothschild girafe that often visit also family-friendly with the state-of-the- morning and evening, poking their long art #Hashtag teen arcade, complete with necks into the windows in the hope of a table tennis, foosball, video games and treat. Families can visit the AFEW Girafe 10-seat cinema. Younger guests, meanwhile, Centre next door and then take a jeep to the can enjoy wildlife shows, games, crafts Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where they can and activities at the Camp Hyatt kids’ club. meet, feed and even adopt baby elephants. hyattplaya.com thesafaricollection.com

Girafe Manor Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort

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The one with the… indoor The one with the… cultural camping classes The Bloomsbury Hotel, London Alila Villas Soori, Bali This chic hotel lies at the heart of literary Located on the beachfront in southwest Bali London, just down the road from the and surrounded by World Heritage-listed British Museum. Little ones can ‘camp rice fields, Alila is the ultimate place for out’ in their very own tepee bed, which parents to recharge their batteries. Kids can be set up in mum and dad’s suite or can learn how to make and fly a traditional in an interconnecting room. The tepee Bebean (fish-shaped) kite, or take lessons comes with a mattress and bedding, indoor from a local painter. For a true cultural camping lamp, hotel teddy bear, and a immersion, young travellers can visit a gourmet ‘midnight feast’ of cookies and a village to spend the day with local children, flask of warm milk. Under-5s eat for free in listening to Balinese music, learning the hotel restaurant, too. doylecollection. traditional dances, picking fruits and com feeding the fish. alilahotels.com The one with the… old-school The one with the… jungle activities The Bloomsbury Hotel adventures Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, USA Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, After you’ve done Walt Disney World, head Costa Rica two hours southeast to this hideaway on Sandwiched between ocean and mountains, Florida’s scenic Atlantic Treasure Coast. this upmarket resort is made for tropical It’s the perfect spot for low-key family adventures. Zip-line between tree canopies activities like miniature golf, beachcombing, and monkeys, spend the afternoon at bike riding, campfire sing-a-longs and an indigenous reserve, and explore the kayaking adventures. There’s a Mickey incredible slopes of the Rincón de la Vieja Mouse-shaped pool, Disney Discovery Club volcano. Hike on forest trails and soak and sea turtle beach walks, while teens in hot springs, or try stand-up paddling, will love the GPS-aided scavenger hunt snorkelling and kayaking. Cambi Kids’ Club and surf school. Parents, meanwhile, can will keep 4-12-year-olds entertained while indulge in spa treatments or a round of golf. mum and dad enjoy the adults-only infinity disneybeachresorts.com pool and spa. papagayo.andaz.hyatt.com The one with the… mini-rangers’ Disney’s Vero Beach Resort Le Royal Monceau, Rafes The one with the… creative course workshops Singita Boulders Lodge, South Le Royal Monceau, Rafes Paris, Africa France Revamped in 2014, this 12-bedroom lodge This palatial hotel in the 8th in the private Sabi Sand Game Reserve arrondissement is renowned for its Philippe bordering Kruger National Park welcomes Starck-designed rooms and Michelin- kids of all ages. Young adventurers can sign starred restaurants. Le Petit Royal kids’ up for the mini rangers’ course where they’ll club is just as inspirational, with a line-up track animals and learn bush survival of fun workshops held during Saturday techniques. There’s also flower-pressing, Brunch so mum and dad can relax. Led by game-spotting competitions and nature professional artists, each one is inspired quizzes, followed by a Ranger’s Test and by major exhibitions happening in the city. certificate to recognise their newfound There are also pizza-making classes and DJ knowledge. Other activities include baking lessons for teens, along with treasure hunts lessons, swimming, archery, mountain through the Louvre and ‘pirate’ boat trips biking and visiting a local school. singita. down the Seine. rafes.com com Singita Boulders Lodge The one with the… teen arcade The one with the… unique Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen, breakfast Mexico Girafe Manor, Kenya Just opened on Mexico’s famed Riviera Set in a forest on the outskirts of Nairobi, Maya, this beautiful beach resort has this elegant manor house has ten rooms, striking design, lavish swim-up suites, landscaped gardens and sunny terraces. three spectacular infinity pools and a 6,000 Its main draw, however, is the resident square-foot spa. As stylish as it may be, it’s herd of Rothschild girafe that often visit also family-friendly with the state-of-the- morning and evening, poking their long art #Hashtag teen arcade, complete with necks into the windows in the hope of a table tennis, foosball, video games and treat. Families can visit the AFEW Girafe 10-seat cinema. Younger guests, meanwhile, Centre next door and then take a jeep to the can enjoy wildlife shows, games, crafts Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where they can and activities at the Camp Hyatt kids’ club. meet, feed and even adopt baby elephants. hyattplaya.com thesafaricollection.com

Girafe Manor Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort

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