Vacationing with kids: These are the best destinations

Let’s be honest: traveling with kids requires a slightly different approach than a spontaneous weekend getaway for two. But don’t let that be an excuse to put your wanderlust on hold. With the right destination—and a little preparation—a family vacation doesn’t have to be a logistical challenge. Think beautiful natural surroundings, kid-friendly hotspots, and spacious accommodations that meet everyone’s needs.

Whether you're setting off with a toddler or chasing TikTok-worthy views with your teen, these are the destinations where both parents and kids will have a great time.

Tuscany exudes romance and serenity, yet it’s surprisingly family-friendly. Picture rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, and charming villages that make you lose track of time. The Italian cuisine is a guaranteed hit with younger travelers—pasta, pizza, gelato, repeat—and the warmth of the locals completes the experience.

Don’t miss: Visit agriturismos near Siena, where children can help harvest grapes or bake pizzas in wood-fired ovens.

Leisure Time offers a selection of stylish family villas and apartments complete with pools and large gardens—perfect for relaxing with a book while the kids play freely.

Think you have to travel far for a dreamlike getaway? Then you haven’t truly discovered the Veluwe. This lush nature reserve is the ideal playground for young adventurers and their parents. Take an early morning stroll through the enchanting Speulderbos or explore the Kröller-Müller Museum, where art meets nature.

Must-do: Rent a bike (with child seat or trailer) and explore Hoge Veluwe National Park. Along the way, stop by the Museonder—an underground museum where kids learn playfully about life beneath our feet.

Leisure Time offers cozy lodges and luxury glamping tents nestled in greenery. Bonus: many accommodations feature play areas, large gardens with trampolines, and even hot tubs for relaxing after the kids are asleep.

Croatia’s coast has long been a favorite among style-savvy travelers, but to avoid the crowds while enjoying turquoise bays, head to the Kvarner region. Nestled between forested hills and the crystal-clear Adriatic, this area is perfect for families seeking both sunshine and adventure. End the day with a sunset stroll along Opatija’s promenade, overlooking the pink-hued Kvarner Bay. One word: magical.

Kid-friendly activity: Visit the Blue World Institute in Veli Lošinj, where children learn about dolphins and the underwater world. Or rent a boat and explore the hidden bays around Krk—ideal for a private seaside picnic.

Leisure Time offers a variety of apartments and boutique villas with private pools, all within walking distance of the sea.

Back to basics—but in style. The Wadden Islands are the place to feel sand between your toes, go mudflat hiking with a guide, and bike endlessly through dunes and sheep pastures. Terschelling is a favorite among active families, while Texel enchants with small museums, farmers’ markets, and nature.

Always a hit: Go shrimp fishing on a cutter boat—fresh catch included.

Stay in a cozy cottage with ocean views or a forest cabin just steps from the beach, all available through Leisure Time.

If you think Southern France is only for rosé-sipping thirtysomethings without kids, you’ve clearly never vacationed in Provence with a family. Think endless lavender fields, quaint village markets, and charming bastides where the kids can splash in the pool while you read under the plane trees.

Family fun: Bike through postcard-perfect villages like Gordes and Roussillon, or explore hiking trails and ancient castles. The historic city of Avignon, with its famous bridge, is a hit with children.

Leisure Time offers a handpicked selection of charming homes and villas with private pools and spacious gardens—perfect for a relaxing family escape.

Northern Jutland combines peace, nature, and Scandinavian charm. Surrounded by two seas and endless dunes, this Danish region offers a breath of fresh air for the entire family. Think wide beaches, fairytale forests, and that cozy Danish “hygge” lifestyle—perfect for traveling with kids.

Special family outing: Visit Grenen, Denmark’s northernmost point, where the North Sea and Kattegat meet—kids can literally stand with one foot in each sea. Take the sand train for extra fun.

Leisure Time offers cozy vacation homes, beach cottages, and sustainable, design-forward lodges—often surrounded by nature, with wooden decks and saunas. Minimalist, yet warm.

Wherever you go, the most important thing is that everyone feels welcome—from toddlers to teens, parents to grandparents. A vacation with kids doesn’t have to be stressful if you choose a destination that combines relaxation, adventure, and comfort. With Leisure Time’s carefully selected vacation homes, every family getaway becomes a cherished memory. So pack those bags, leave the everyday behind, and enjoy a summer full of wonder—together.