Luxury Holidays for Families with Preteens

Holidays with preteens call for extraordinary experiences that spark curiosity, challenge boundaries, and create stories they'll tell for years to come.

Tailor-made family tours, both near and far
Access to high-octane experiential activities
Seamless travel planning and 24/7 support
Holidays from award-winning experts

At Scott Dunn, we've spent decades perfecting family travel that grows with you, whether through our expertly designed Scott Dunn Explorers holidays or bespoke tailor-made journeys. Our deep destination knowledge and experiential approach mean every adventure is designed to inspire wonder while maintaining the luxury and comfort discerning families expect.

With preteens seeking independence and parents wanting quality time together, planning can feel complex. That's where our expertise comes in. We take time to understand each family member's interests - the wildlife enthusiast, the budding historian, the adventure seeker - and weave these into a cohesive itinerary that engages everyone.

Browse our handpicked destinations and suggested itineraries below, each chosen for its ability to captivate preteen imaginations while delivering unforgettable experiences for the whole family.

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Best Holiday Destinations for Preteens

Choosing the right destination transforms a family holiday into an adventure that resonates with every age. These countries offer the perfect blend of excitement, culture, and luxury for families with preteens. From wildlife encounters to ancient civilisations, each location has been selected for its ability to engage curious, growing minds while providing the exceptional service and thoughtful planning Scott Dunn is known for.

Greece

In Greece, mythology meets adventure—explore the Acropolis, dive crystal waters, learn Greek cooking, and enjoy our Crew club at Costa Navarino.

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Thailand

Thailand offers an exciting mix of beach stays and adventure that captivates preteens. The welcoming culture, incredible food, and mix of activity and beach time create an ideal family rhythm.

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South Africa

South Africa is pure family adventure—Big Five safaris thrill preteens, while Cape Town offers Table Mountain hikes, penguin encounters, and shark cage dives for the daring.

Explore South Africa
USA

From ranch life to National Parks and Orlando’s theme parks, America delivers big adventures with the ease of familiar comforts for families.

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Canada

Canada's wilderness adventures are perfectly pitched for preteens, with bear watching in British Columbia while canoeing pristine lakes and exploring the Rockies by horseback.

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Peru

Peru turns history lessons into heart-pumping thrills. Preteens can hike the Inca Trail, explore Machu Picchu's mysteries, boat Lake Titicaca's floating islands, and spot wildlife in the Amazon.

Explore Peru

Our Luxury Family Tours & Hotels for Preteens

Our handpicked collection of hotels and suggested tailor-made tours for families with preteens takes the guesswork out of family travel. Each itinerary has been carefully designed with this age group in mind - balancing guided exploration with free time and group experiences with family moments. From expert local guides who bring destinations to life, to properties with teen clubs and family suites, everything is curated to ensure your preteen stays engaged, entertained, and inspired throughout your journey.

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Itineraries

Costa Navarino - The Romanos

The Peloponnese, Greece

Set on a beautiful beach overlooking the Ionian Sea, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort offers luxury accommodation with a great selection of room choices, fantastic watersports, activities, Spa and our renowned Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Costa Navarino - The Westin

The Peloponnese, Greece

The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is a traditional, luxury hotel situated on the beautiful Peloponnese coast in Greece, offering flexible family accommodation, excellent land and watersports activities, a luxurious spa and Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Daios Cove

Crete, Greece

Daios Cove is a 5* hotel boasting a spectacular setting on a private sandy bay in Crete. Luxury contemporary villas and suites with private pools, great facilities and an exclusive Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club, it's a perfect family destination.

Eagles Palace

Halkidiki, Greece

On its own sandy beach on the unspoilt Aegean coast, Eagles Palace is an intimate and charming hotel with traditional Greek hospitality and delicious food to match. The calm shallow waters make it ideal for families, along with its own watersports centre.

Pine Cliffs Resort

Algarve, Portugal

One of Europe’s best family destinations, Pine Cliffs Resort is located on the Algarve in Portugal, just 30 minutes from Faro airport and close to Albufeira. Excellent facilities include golf, tennis, sandy beaches and a Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Portetta

Courchevel Moriond 1650, France

Set on the slopes at Courchevel Moriond 1650, Portetta is a superb ski-in ski-out hotel for a luxury family ski holiday with an exclusive Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, Croatia

With its hillside setting and stunning seafront location, Sun Gardens near Dubrovnik is a beautiful resort with a mix of hotel and private residence accommodation and a number of activities on offer that are ideal for families and our Explorers programme.

Porto Zante Villas & Spa

Zakynthos, Greece

Europe’s most private beach resort, the multi award winning Porto Zante offers exceptional levels of personal service, world class luxury villas, exquisite cuisine, waterfront spa, and warm Greek hospitality, on the dreamy island of Zakynthos.

Les Barmes de l’Ours

Val d`Isère, France

Les Barmes de l'Ours is a stylish and luxurious 5* hotel in Val d'Isere. Located at the foot of the Face de Bellevarde piste, it successfully combines state of the art facilities with the warm charm of a traditional alpine mountain hotel.

Borgo Egnazia

Savalletri di Fasano, Puglia, Italy

Borgo Egnazia is one of the Mediterranean’s most luxurious hotels. Set within 20 hectares along the Puglian coast of Southern Italy, it's perfect for couples as well as families wanting to take advantage of the well-appointed children's club.

13 nights

Ultimate Florida Getaway: Magic for Kids, Luxury for Parents

Orlando, Palm Beach & Miami

Florida is perfect for families. From theme parks to the magic of Disney and beaches galore, there's something for everyone. This two-week USA tour of Florida provides a taste of everything and can be easily tailored to allow more beach time or more time to enjoy the parks, all whilst staying in some of the best accommodation Florida has on offer.

From

£9,500 pp

14 nights

Ultimate Family Fun in California

United States of America

For families looking for action-packed activities and adventure, this 14-night tour of California's iconic cities and attractions is hard to beat. Outdoor enthusiasts will relish the chance to embrace the natural world on this West Coast tour in the USA, with a private guided tour of Yosemite, whale watching, surfing, horse riding, a thrilling off-road driving adventure and sea kayaking. More urban thrills include a private tour of LA, and VIP tours of both Universal Studios and San Diego Zoo.

From

£13,500 pp

9 nights

Family Fun in the Greek Islands

Athens, Kea, Paros & Vouliagmeni

Greece is a fantastic destination for families. There's history, culture and beautiful beaches in abundance, plus plenty for children of all ages. On this touring holiday in Greece, you'll take in the spectacular scenery and ancient traditions of Sifnos and Paros, two authentic Cycladic islands, and then relax in ultimate luxury on the mainland.

From

£5,500 pp

11 nights

China with Kids

Beijing, Xian, Guilin & Shanghai

From ancient culture to buzzing cityscapes; dramatic scenery to intimate local villages China is the perfect destination for families. With plenty of adventure, mystery and culture this itinerary provides an educational adventure of a lifetime. With stops in Beijing, Xian, Guilin and Shanghai and plenty of unique and interesting activities thrown it, it promises something for everyone.

From

£5,100 pp

9 nights

Bali with Kids

Ubud & Jimbaran

Bali offers the perfect choice for a family adventure. With a huge variety of activities to choose from and some of Indonesia’s most family-friendly hotels, Bali offers something for the whole family to enjoy.

From

£4,900 pp

9 nights

Greece with Kids

Athens & Costa Navarino

A country with Greece's wealth of history deserves as long a stay as possible. The choices are endless, with famous sites dotted all over plus some of Europe's most beautiful coastline. Experience an adventurous itinerary encompassing the spectacular capital and an exclusive resort on the Peloponnese packed with fabulous facilities.

From

£3,700 pp

13 nights

Family Fun in Canada

Vancouver, Victoria, Tofino, Whistler & Sonora Island

From the vibrant city of Vancouver to the stunning mountain scenery of Whistler, through to the tranquil inlets of the Sunshine Coast and dramatic beaches and wildlife of Vancouver Island, this itinerary brings together the very best of BC in one trip.

From

£7,600 pp

10 nights

Family Fun in Madagascar and Mauritius

Andasibe, Madagascar and Mauritius

Let us take your family on a journey through the Indian Ocean. In Madagascar, you’ll encounter the bizarre and wonderful wildlife that this island is so famed for before immersing yourself in the culture of the capital city. We’ll then fly you to Mauritius where you can enjoy the untouched south of the island, surrounded by tea plantations and azure water. We’ve hand picked hotels that keep family fun and comfort in mind and thrown in some unforgettable experiences along the way.

From

£4,100 pp

7 nights

Family Fun in Sweden

Stockholm & Swedish Lapland

The ultimate winter wonderland and perfect playground to fuel the imaginations of the young and young at heart, Sweden ticks all the boxes for a fun-packed family adventure. Spend action-packed days whizzing through snow-draped pine forests on a sleigh led by huskies, mastering winter survival skills for life above the Arctic Circle and searching for dazzling displays of the Northern Lights.

From

£4,400 pp

15 nights

Family Fun in Portugal

Lisbon, Alentejo & the Algarve

Discover the very best of Portugal with this family-friendly itinerary taking in bustling Lisbon, rural Alentejo and the idyllic beaches of the Algarve. Soak up the culture in Portugal's capital before relaxing and spending quality family time together.

From

£3,700 pp

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