Set in 15 acres on a magnificent sandy beach overlooking the Aegean, this luxurious all-inclusive family-friendly resort offers lots for everyone to enjoy, whatever their age. As part of your all-inclusive board, activities here include snorkelling, tennis, beginner’s yoga, mountain biking, working out in the gym, kayaking, beach volleyball, squash, Zumba classes and cross fit. There’s a good choice of rooms and suites at Ikos Oceania, including one and two bedroom Family Suites - all crisp, contemporary, spacious and well-appointed; many with private gardens and almost all with fabulous sea views. (Note: we also offer Ikos Olivia)

Sani is a firm family favourite. Enjoying superb accommodation options, excellent facilities and services (for all ages), the warm, clear Aegean Sea, and glorious sandy beaches. Set in a 1,000 acre private ecological reserve with pine forests, bird sanctuaries, lakes and olive groves, all surrounding the marina and five individual hotels – Sani Beach Hotel, Porto Sani Village, Sani Asterias Suites, Sani Beach Club, and Sani Dunes. Each designed for different guest requirements and age groups. Find out more about Sani Resort

Set on a hillside overlooking a peaceful stretch of soft-sand beach and the sparkling Aegean Sea, Eagles Palace is a luxury but unpretentious family-run hotel located just 3km from the charming fishing village of Ouranoupolis in one of Northern Greece's most spectacular regions. Perfect for families and couples alike, this member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World has the added attraction of its glorious Blue Flag-awarded private beach.

Danai Beach Resort & Villas is a classic (and wonderfully boutique) Greek summer-holiday stay. With its private beach, serene spa, three restaurants, plenty of childcare and first-class service, it’s the sort of place you won’t want to leave for your entire trip. Danai Beach Resort is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and offers 55 Suites and 7 Villas, including spacious 2-bedroom suites and pool suites. All are light, airy and spacious.

With its spectacular setting on a private sandy bay near Agios Nikolaos, Daios Cove has luxury contemporary villas and suites with private pools, plus great facilities and services. The resort has wide-ranging appeal and is very well set up for families - complete with a child-friendly beach, delicious children's menus, babysitting services and a fabulous Kids' Club - guaranteeing an unforgettable holiday for everyone. 

If your preference is for chic and boutique, and you don't need extensive childrens' facilities and services, Elivi Skiathos is a 5* boutique beach resort on the west coast of the pretty Greek island of Skiathos with direct access to four beautiful beaches. Rooms, suites and villas are sprinkled around the resort's 200 acres, all exuding beach-shack-chic style. Elivi Skiathos has two outdoor pools, an Elemis spa, indoor and outdoor gyms (with personal training available), and a tennis court. Plus, there's yoga, pilates, hiking, cycling and water sports. 

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