Family holidays holiday brochure selection

They say: "This Thomson Family Resorts brochure is a new collection of the best sunshine destinations which are ideal for family holidays. There are hotels that have been handpicked as being completely geared up for families with everything from splash pools and playgrounds, to interconnecting rooms and children’s buffets in the restaurant. Whatever type of family holiday you’re after and when travelling with kids of any age, there’ll be a resort and hotel to suit you."

• Family Resorts all feature parent and baby rooms, family friendly entertainment and Thomson Kids’ Clubs six days a week
  
• Special academies include the Stage Academy. the Swim Academy and the Reebok Football Academy
  
• Key destinations include : Crete, Sharm el Sheikh, Tenerife, Majorca, Ibiza, Gran Canaria, Egypt, Turkey, Corfu, Kos

They say: "All our destinations in the second edition of this 2010/2011 Families brochure have been picked because they offer excellent facilities for a great family holiday – from having large outdoor pools and kids’ clubs, to their proximity to beaches and water parks. We’ve got hotels from all inclusive to room and breakfast only, as well as self-cater apartments."

• Look out for ‘Pocket the Difference’ offers such as free entry to Aqualand in Corfu, or free child places
  
• Range of accommodation from budget self-catering to luxurious all inclusive hotels all with a family theme
  
• Key destinations include : Florida, Caribbean, Egypt, Balearics, Canaries, Spain, Algarve, Bulgaria, Cyprus and Greece

Holidays to Spain, Latin America and Antarctica mixing outdoor activity and relaxation in small, locally owned hotels. Small group, Inn to Inn, Self-Drive and Tailor-Made holidays.

• Active, fun and engaging for every member of the familiy. * Try mountain biking, canoeing, walking, swimming, skiing, snowboarding and even relaxing together. * The basic recipe of these holidays is just like any of Pura Aventura’s active holidays – varied and fun activities, comfortable small hotels, delicious food and expert guides. * Examples include Pyrenees Family Ski Week, Picos Family Adventure and Wildlife & Beach in Costa Rica.

They say: "This latest brochure offers holidays brimming with action-packed clubs for the kids, cool ‘den’ style bedrooms and all the entertainment and relaxation Mum and Dad will need too. This year we’ve signed up the likes of Denise Lewis, Same Difference, Joe Pasquale and Bucks Fizz to keep help us keep all the family entertained."

• New five star Holiday Village in Rhodes and the Flamingo Beach has been transformed into a holiday village for 2010
  
• New activities and attractions include Widget World, movie making workshops and kids’ mini yachts
  
• Key destinations include : Rhodes, Majorca, Lanzarote, Costa del Sol, Algarve, Paphos, Turkey and Sharm el-Sheikh

They say: "Orlando is a great choice for a family holiday. We don’t select our apartments, villas and townhouses based on the cheapest price, but whether it is the best value and quality available. Every one has been inspected to ensure the highest possible standards. Don’t forget all our holidays are fully protected with our licence from the Civil Aviation Authority."

• Loads of deals including kids under 12 eat free, free minivan car hire with satnav and pre-reserved airline seats
  
• Ginn Reunion resort prices start from £619pp for a week and a Disney three night Bahamian Cruise starts at £239pp
  
• Key destinations include : Lake Buena Vista Village, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, Tuscan Resort and Southern Dunes Resort all in Orlando and the Disney Cruise Line

They say: "First Choice offers a range of family-friendly packages to their exclusive Holiday Village resorts. These Holiday Villages mean more fun for the kids, loads of activities and even waterparks to keep everyone entertained on their holiday, no matter what time of year you choose to go. The brochure features 10 different Holiday Villages in classic sunshine resorts such as Lanzarote, the Red Sea in Egypt and the Algarve in Portugal. "

• New for 2011: Holiday Villages in Tenerife and Tunisia
  
• Brand new kids’ clubs in collaboration with Dreamworks – so think Shrek!
  
• Key destinations include : Canary Islands, Tunisia, Balearic Islands, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Turkey and Egypt

They say: "This brochure collates all James Villas’ townhouses, villas and apartments in Florida for that perfect family fun holiday in the USA. Florida is certainly larger than life with all the theme parks and attractions, but these properties also offer a place to relax after your busy days in the theme parks and many of them have swimming pools too."

• James Villas offers two centre holidays so you can combine a week near the theme parks with a week on the beach
  
• Flights available from nine regional airports
  
• Key destinations include : Orlando, Kissimee, Gulf Coast, Fort Myers, International Drive area and Walt Disney accommodation

They say: "When you stay at a First Choice Splash Hotel you all get unlimited access to the waterpark. We’ve visited each and every waterpark featured in this brochure to make sure they are the wettest, wildest and coolest waterparks going to make sure all the family will have maximum fun."

• Each hotel has been given a ‘Splashometer’ rating so you know what each waterpark offers
  
• The brochure features new hotels for 2011 including the Fiesta Don Toni Resort in Playa d’en Bossa, Ibiza and Hotel Saturno Hidropark in Majorca
  
• Key destinations include : Balearics, Canaries, Bulgaria, Turkey, Greece, Corfu, Cyprus and Egypt

They say: "We’ve got big thrills with all the theme parks, big splashes at the best water parks, shopping heaven and brilliant beaches to relax on. Choose from holiday homes and villas in classic resorts near the theme parks, as well as properties in Clearwater, Fort Myers and St Petersburg."

• Full range of fly-drive options available giving you the ultimate in freedom
  
• Get ‘Kids eat free’ cards giving two to 11 year olds free meals throughout the holiday
  
• Key destinations include : Universal Orlando, Walt Disney Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Clearwater, St Petersburg, Fort Myers and International Drive

They say: "Our Florida holidays have got all the theme parks, malls and attractions covered and they’re all within striking distance when you stay in Florida. Our top tip is a home or apartment in Orlando – peaceful and relaxing, with the comforts of home and the freedom to come and go as you please."

• New for this year is pre-reservable seating on the Thomson flights, available direct from seven UK airports
  
• Choose your level of in-resort service; On-demand, Classic or Max Service with six travel advisor visits in resort
  
• Key destinations include : Disney Hotels, Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, Championsgate, Kissimmee and International Drive