Where to go this October for half-term

Want to get away to a bit of sunshine this October to beat the early winter blues? Well this article might just have some of the top places to be looking at for October half-term to enjoy with all the family.

Find out more about some incredible hotels and resorts that you should definitely take a visit to:

Cullinan Belek

With temperatures staying in the 20°C’s in Antalya during autumn, Cullinan Belek, a leading all-inclusive, ultra luxury resort, is one of the best places to visit for a warm October half-term break with the family in Antalya Turkey. 

Between the white sand beaches of the Turkish Riviera and the height of the Taurus mountains, Cullinan Belek is the ultimate playground for families. The resort’s 800-metre-long private sandy beach is adorned with private cabanas and sunbeds all serviced with food and drink, so you’ll never have to leave the beach. 

A destination designed for families, Cullinan Belek, features a range of activities and facilities that promise an unforgettable vacation for guests of all ages, perfect for the whole family to get away. Children can splash around in the 3,000 m2 water park that features 13 slides or keep cool in one of the 13 swimming pools. The resort includes its own UPUPA kid’s club offering a soft play adventure park, indoor playground, games rooms complete with a bowling alley and a summer events programme that runs seven days a week until 2 am. 

The resort’s variety of suites and villas accommodate perfectly for families of any size with two-story family rooms, and spacious villas that can host 6-8 people, providing an unparalleled luxury escape perfect for a multi generational getaway. 

Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa

For those looking to escape a little further than Europe for the holidays, Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa in the Maldives is the ultimate family vacation destination, offering activities and amenities for the whole family to enjoy.

The resorts Deluxe All-Inclusive formula grants families access to all sports courts, free of charge no matter the room category guests book, as well as allowing them to enjoy gourmet à la carte dining, an extensive and international list of over 50 fine wines from around the world, and non-motorised water sports including kayaking, diving and overwater padel courts. All perfect to bring the whole family together.

Emerald Faarufushi is also home to one of the best kids clubs in the Maldives. Children from ages 3-12 are invited to be mesmerised by both the beautiful outdoors and indoors that the resort has to offer. The Dolphin Kids Club offers educational and recreational events and activities for kids with a fully trained multilingual staff.

Hotel Cala de Volpe, Costa Smeralda 

Hotel Cala de Volpe is the ultimate luxury family escape, providing something for everyone in the family with bays that stretch out like its own village, adding to the iconic coastline of Costa Smeralda.

For children aged 3-12, La Volpe Kids Club is a child’s dream! The club is open every day from 10 am to 6.30 pm where children can play in the outdoor playground, have access to the vegetable gardens, take part in exclusive cooking classes, a calendar of activities and even educational reading time.  For children aged 5-16, there is a Juventus Football Experience, perfect for young football-crazed girls and boys.

For fun as a family, take on the world-class tennis and padel courts, the Matsuhisa beach (only accessible by boat from the hotel) or pick up some lessons at the 18-hole Pevero Golf Club, the best that Costa Smeralda has to offer. Cala de Volpe and Costa Smeralda is the perfect place to visit in October to escape the crowds (and prices) of the summer peak months where temperatures are still in the mid-20s, making it the perfect luxury escape for half-term! 

Hotel Village, Chia Laguna Resort, Sardinia

Hotel Village, located on Sardinia’s southern coast, is the perfect destination for a family getaway. The resort offers interconnected rooms, private terraces, and dedicated sports and childcare programmes for kids of all ages, ensuring a stress-free holiday.

There’s plenty of activities for the entire family to enjoy. Children can spend their days at the newly renovated kids’ club, open daily until 11 pm, while sports enthusiasts can make the most of tennis and padel courts, cycling trails, and various water sports like kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkelling. A shuttle train offers convenient access to Dune di Campana, recently named one of Italy’s most beautiful beaches. With shallow waters and wave-protected coves, it’s an ideal spot for young children.

The pleasant summer weather extends into October, with average highs of 24°C, making it perfect for exploring southern Sardinia’s top attractions, such as the Roman ruins in Nora or the historic Cagliari Cathedral in the Castello district, all without the usual crowds.

Further information – Cullinan Belek | Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Hotel Cala de Volpe | Hotel Village,