Ready to ditch the daily routine for a family escape in new surroundings? We’ve got you covered. Soon you could be watching the sunset in the Maldives from the beach, exploring the mangroves of Mexico with a Mayan guide, or zipping down water slides in Dubai.

ATMOSPHERE

Watch a Maldivian sunset on a swing

You stroll across the island to its secluded western edge and step onto the jetty, looking back at the island bathed in a golden light. There is a bar at the end of the jetty and a waiter invites you to sit on bean bags for a front-row seat. This is The Rock, a sunset bar where you can test out the mocktails (and cocktails) of the day before you get a great family photo on the swing, the sun sinking into the horizon behind you.

CENTARA MIRAGE BEACH DUBAI

Treat the kids at a candy-themed spa

Wrapped up in bathrobes, you lead your kids to the spa. A soothing scent greets you as you step inside and their faces light up. It’s their first time in a spa; Centara Mirage Dubai has invited its youngest guests to discover the benefits of wellness early. The Candy Spa treatment suite is decorated with sweets, and you sip herbal tea and watch as they follow the therapist, enraptured by the bright décor. On the menu are mini facials and an edible strawberry shortcake treat.

Zip down water slides in Dubai

You zip through the AquaTube and, quick as a flash, you’re out in the daylight, side-by-side with your kids who are shrieking in delight. Heart thumping with exhilaration, you drop into the waiting pool below. The kids make a beeline for the slide to go again, and you gaze around at the Greek village-inspired surroundings as you wait for them to give you a wave from the top. Part of Dubai’s five-star Mina Seyahi complex, make the most of complimentary access to Jungle Bay Waterpark when you stay at The Westin Dubai.

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THE RITZ-CARLTON, KOH SAMUI

Be awed by the Big Buddha in Koh Samui

Above the clamour of the courtyard is a staircase guarded on either side by jewelled green dragons. Taking the kids’ hands, you walk past the vendors selling bright flowers and amulets, inhaling the heady incense in the air. At the foot of the stairs, you look up and the golden face of Wat Phra Yai Buddha smiles down at you from a height of 12 metres. Climb up to the platform and look across the island panorama, a view you’ll enjoy every minute of your stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui.

HARD ROCK

Channel your inner rock star in the Caribbean

You feel nervous but excited as you walk into the Music Lab at Hard Rock Punta Cana, where the musical instruments await. You’ve always wanted to be in a band and now you get to be a rock star for the day with your family. It’s time to choose your instrument from the electric guitars, drums, keyboards, or your voice as lead vocalist. Whatever your skill level, your Rock Specialist will coach you, so you don’t miss a beat when you perform in front of an audience.

FAIRMONT MAYAKOBA

Spot colourful wildlife in Mexico's mangroves

Ospreys circle high above as your boat putters along Fairmont Mayakoba’s canals, deep into its 240 acres of lush mangrove. You turn to listen to the ‘Tatich’ (meaning ‘Mayan guide’ in the Mayan language), who talks you through the bursting biodiversity of this unique landscape. Spot reptiles and learn all about the flora and how it supports such a rich array of life. This experience will bring your family closer to nature and is included in your stay at Fairmont Mayakoba.

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