We'll let you in on a little secret: we love teenagers. These young adults, wonderful in their contradictions, are bursting with energy one minute, sleeping for hours the next. They're curious about the world and on the cusp of independence but still very much in need of a helping hand from time to time. Add to that the demands of school and there's little wonder they (and you) are so frazzled. A family vacation is the perfect chance to step outside of your normal routine, reignite your closeness, laugh together and relax. It's time to marvel at the world anew through their eyes.
Our family travel experts are great at conjuring up itineraries with a twist, finding that little something that ignites your teenagers' imaginations, be it a hip hotel or one-of-kind experience they can't wait to share on social media. From tiger safaris in northern India, exploring the Amazon rainforest in Peru, or gorilla tracking in Uganda, here are some suggestions guaranteed to delight both them and you.
The southwest blends beauty and adventure to offer the ultimate daydreamer's road trip. Chopper into the Grand Canyon, find adventure in Utah's wild redrock country, hike snow covered mountain peaks and live your own John Wayne moment in Monument Valley.
A romantic trip of a lifetime combining Ras Kutani on the beach followed by a safari in the Selous, one of Tanzania’s finest wildlife areas, finishing with barefoot luxury and diving on unspoiled Pemba Island, staying at luxurious Fundu Lagoon.
Rajasthan is impossibly romantic, from the forts and palaces to timeless local villages filled with sari-clad women. Combine the major highlights of Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Udaipur with a varied mix of bustling cities and idyllic rural heartlands.
Combine great natural wonders, cities and remote reefs in this classic but inspiring itinerary that offers fantastic value for money. Taking in Sydney, The Blue Mountains, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and The Great Barrier Reef for a once in a lifetime journey.
From the bustling fort city of Cochin to the serene backwaters, the breathtaking Cardamom hills and onto the stunning Keralan coast, this itinerary takes you through the highlights that make up the breathtaking Indian state of Kerala.
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts offer unparalleled style and sophistication on this privately chauffeured journey through Rajasthan. Experience the vibrancy and exoticism of the Golden Triangle and the romance of Udaipur.
Namibia is a true adventure playground and the perfect destination for an active teenage family adventure. Teens will love the activities, from quad biking, sand-boarding, kayaking with a seal colony, tracking rhinos and rafting at the Victoria Falls.
This magical family vacation to Kerala is the perfect introduction to the exotic delights of the subcontinent. From backwaters and jungles to beaches, Kerala offers the perfect location for a family adventure.
A great family adventure taking in many of Argentina's highlights: vibrant Buenos Aires, incredible marine wildlife in the Valdes Peninsula, the glaciers of Patagonia, adventure options in the Lake District and horse riding in the Pampas.
A fantastic family adventure that takes you through the canyons, deserts and mountains of America’s Southwest, followed by a wonderful family-friendly luxury resort on sun-drenched Southern California’s coast.