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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
‘You look so beautiful', gush fans as Rosanna Davison shares ‘beautiful' snaps from ‘fabulous' Spain holiday with family
ROSANNA Davison has left her fans gushing after she shared some "beautiful" photos from her recent Spanish holiday. The Irish model with her husband Wes Quirke and their three kids, Sophia, five, and twins Hugo and Oscar, four. 4 Rosanna Davison shared some snaps from her holiday to Spain Credit: Instagram 4 The family jetted off to Majorca Credit: Instagram 4 The family of five stayed at the luxurious Ikos resort Credit: Instagram 4 Fans gushed over the fabulous photos Credit: Instagram Today, the 41-year-old took to her page to share a series of snaps from the trip as it came to an end. For their holiday, the family-of-five stayed at the luxurious all-inclusive Ikos resort in Mallorca. In her post, Rosanna said they "found all inclusive brilliant for our children". read more rosanna davison She added: "The clear blue sea was perfect for sea swims and we all enjoyed the evening entertainment, from candlelit piano concerts to mini discos, dancing and magic shows." And on her social media Rosanna shared a heart-warming photo of her kids sitting peacefully entranced by the candle-lit piano performance. In another snap, Rosanna posed for a photo from their hotel balcony, which had an incredible sea view. The mum-of-three looked delighted as she lent against the railing posing in front of the jaw-dropping view in a full black jumpsuit. Most read in Celebrity As they got ready to go out one of the evenings, Rosanna's husband snapped a candid photo of her with their kids. In the black and white snap, Rosanna popped on a white and black polka dot dress and held her kids hands as they strolled through the hotel. Rosanna Davison makes 'mum life' admission On a different occasion, glowing in the sun, Rosanna wore a fabulous summer print dress. Sharing her stunning summer snaps, Rosanna gushed: "Last of the holiday snaps. "We really enjoyed our week at @ikosresorts Mallorca and spent our time splashing in the pool, playing on the beach and eating all the yum food. 'BEAUTIFUL' "Special mention to the brekkie buffet (Nutella for breakfast, anyone?), Seasons Restaurant and the gelateria for being delish." Friends and fans raced to her comment section to gush over the fabulous photos. Geri said: "Looks like a fab holiday." Edwina commented: "You look so beautiful Rosanna." Another fan added: "Beautiful Rosy."
Times
04-05-2025
- Times
21 of the best all-inclusive hotels in Greece
Led by forward-thinking, on-trend and genuinely cool brands such as Ikos and the Mar-Bella Collection, Greece's all-inclusive scene has had a radical makeover in the past decade. There's now an impressive array of options; even some of the most family-focused resorts have infinity pools and fantastic design, while pallid buffets, uninspiring kids' clubs and activity offerings limited to a pool or ping-pong table are problems of the past. Including several adults-only suggestions and options for a range of budgets, all the properties below also have access to lovely beaches. Many are in Crete or Rhodes, where the bulk of the best are found, but we've also suggestions in Kos, Corfu and the mainland. Once you've settled on one, book as far ahead as possible; many all-inclusives reward forward-planners with early-bird savings. This article contains affiliate links, which may earn us revenue £ | POOL | Best for restless children The vast activity offerings at this bargain-priced resort on Kos's northeastern perimeter, near its cosmopolitan capital, range from beach volleyball, canoeing, yoga, football and tennis to — all for an extra cost — pony trekking, water-skiing, banana boating, bike hire and scuba diving. Factor in two kids' clubs, an arcade for teens and a nightly children's disco, and juniors really shouldn't be bored. There's even a twisting slide leading into their own devoted pool. Lining Psalidi's sand-and-shingle, blue-flag beach, Mitsis Ramira also lays on 11 restaurants and bars — offering proper pizzas and afternoon teas along the way — and all 338 rooms stylishly combine cool ocean blues with blonde-wood furniture. • Discover our full guide to Greece £££ | POOL | SPA | Best for stunning sunsets A funicular lift is used for getting around this contemporary, chic escape. Spilling down to a small, partly sandy cove ringed by eucalyptus trees on Corfu's west coast, the adults-only resort earns rave reviews for its vantage points for sunsets, its customer service and its food. The latter includes Italian à la carte dining and a lovely seafront restaurant. Higher up the cliff is a large pool whose two levels both offer more vistas; elsewhere there's a heated indoor equivalent with floor-to-ceiling windows plus three tennis courts and a spa. You can pay extra for 20-minute shuttles to Corfu Town and rounds at a nearby golf course, or just stick to free activities such as boccia or darts. Every room, suite and villa has a balcony or terrace. • Read our full review of Atlantica Grand Mediterraneo Resort £££ | POOL | SPA | Best for a bit of bling You'd be forgiven for thinking that you're in the wrong place when you check into Mayia Exclusive: its palatial dimensions and architecture feel more akin to Dubai than Greece. The warm welcome and sense of theoxenia (hospitality) at the front desk, however, is entirely authentic — and the experience only gets better as you discover the food and facilities. The main buffet is exceptional both in quality and choice, and there are additional Greek, Italian and Asian à la carte restaurants. Many guest rooms open onto shared swimming pools; there's a huge pool terrace and a beach club, and the resort is entirely child-free. Read our full review of Mayia Exclusive Resort & Spa ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for eating well Family-friendly Creta Maris draws on Crete's culture, cuisine and architecture to create an all-inclusive that's packed with quality experiences. Laudably, it does so with sustainability at heart, primarily through a focus on regenerative agriculture that provides the resort's dining outlets with healthy, island-grown ingredients. Enjoy them in signature restaurants serving farm-to-table, barbecue, seafood and modern Greek menus, or in the show-kitchen buffet restaurant. The resort is split between the main building (featuring an amphitheatre, a waterpark and other key amenities) and the lower-density bungalow area complete with cobbled streets and 'neighbourhood' swimming pools. The result? It feels much smaller than its 680 rooms. Read our full review of Creta Maris Resort ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for history buffs Island-hopping is made easy on Evia: connected to the mainland of Greece by bridges, it's a 90-minute drive from Athens airport, so this beach retreat is straightforward to reach. In addition to a full array of entertainment, seaside activities and 175 rooms, suites and bungalows, what makes this property stand out is its proximity to historical wonders. Eretria, the town in which it sits, was a major player in ancient Greece and has Persian and Roman influences too. Among the relics scattered throughout town are an ancient theatre, the Temple of Dionysus and the House of Mosaics. Adding contemporary charm are the cafés and tavernas lining Eretria's waterfront.££ | POOL | SPA | Best for plenty of choice Guests at this premium, seafront resort in history-rich Rhodes have many important decisions to make. Which of the 13 room categories — from sea or hill-view guest rooms to spacious villas and suites with private pools — will you opt for? Will you work your way through all 16 of the bars and restaurants, choosing from buffet-style or à la carte dining on Greek, Italian or Asian cuisine? Travelling with children? They'll love the waterpark's five slides and kids' clubs for different ages. And if you're not? There are adults-only areas too, plus a spa and a 400-capacity amphitheatre. And of course, pretty much everything is included in the price. Read our full review of Amada Colossos Resort ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for wellness escapes Agia Paraskevi, on Halkidiki's Kassandra peninsula, has long been renowned for its healing mineral waters — a boon for spa-goers at this stylish, if large, five-star resort at the quieter end of Kassandra. Adding to the wellness theme are spa treatments with local honey and olive oil, plus yoga sessions and forest activities (northern Greece is much greener than you might expect). Classes in crafts such as pottery and painting can also be arranged at additional cost. More conventional attractions include five outdoor pools, a pebbly beach and a kids' club.££ | POOL | SPA | Best for couples breaks You're going to spend a lot of time by the pool at the adults-only Stella Island — it is, quite simply, extraordinary. Day beds and hammocks hover over it, lounging areas are built into it, and wooden walkways cross it. All the guest rooms and bungalows have direct access to the water or views of it (and at the top of the range, you get your own private pool). The design at the all-inclusive luxury resort in Crete is grown-up and low key, with lots of natural materials in the rooms and six restaurants. You probably won't want to stray far from the hotel, but there's plenty to entice you if you do, from horse riding to scuba diving.£££ | POOL | SPA | Best for redefining resortsThe Ikos group's aim is to reimagine the all-inclusive experience in Greece, and it certainly achieves that here beside Nea Moudania's mile of sand. You've all the amenities you'd want from a luxury resort, with multiple swimming pools, a sandy beach, six restaurants, a kids' club and spa. A stay at Oceania feels more refined than the usual, with understated decor, exemplary service and a sophisticated modern design throughout. There are nice little touches — parents can take advantage of beach-based childcare; you get a day's free use of a Tesla to explore the island; and you can have meals at local restaurants as part of your package.£ | POOL | SPA | Best for sport facilitiesThe first thing to strike you at the Michelangelo is the view from Kos over the Aegean Sea to the blue haze of the horizon. Most of the restaurants and bars take advantage of it, and all the rooms have balconies, usually with sea views. There's access to a private beach and three outdoor pools, including a kids' pool and the largest infinity pool you'll likely ever see, with sufficient sunloungers for everyone. If doing laps isn't enough activity for you, there are lots of ways to work out on site, such as football, tennis and basketball courts, a gym and classes including aerobics and Pilates. £££ | POOL | SPA | Best for gourmet travellers Daios Cove manages the extraordinary feat of being a large, family-friendly resort that has the feel of a more intimate boutique hotel. Part of its success is that the generously sized rooms and villas are tucked discreetly within the landscape, perched on terraces around the sweeping curve of the bay and linked by walkways. All overlook the private beach and sea. Food is a highlight, with local produce used to great effect in the six restaurants and two bars. Other reasons to book: the luxury resort hosts imaginative events such as guest chefs and musical performances, plus there's a goal-oriented wellbeing programme covering fitness, vitality, detox and age management. Read our full review of Daios Cove Luxury Resort and Villas ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for spa loversThe Atrium Palace, near the acropolis-crowned village of Lindos on the east coast of Rhodes, sits within sprawling grounds close to a long shingly beach. If you like to swim, you'll be happy here — the resort is home to a staggering seven pools, including two children's pools and one with a swim-up bar. A source of pride is its spa, an enormous space with pools, saunas and multiple treatments, including thalassotherapy, body wraps and facials. Children will be more interested in the kids' club, playground, mini-golf, nightly entertainment and disco.££ | POOL | SPA | Best for laid-back beach breaksContemporary and eminently comfortable, MarBella lies on the southeast coast of Corfu. An air of refined relaxation reigns here, with plenty of spots for lazing in the landscaped gardens and events put on to help guests wind down, from open-air movie nights by the pool to live acoustic music. Children are well taken care of too, with activities organised for all age groups, from toddlers to teenagers — the opportunities for water-based fun are almost endless, with an aqua park, SUP boarding, kayaking and windsurfing among the excitement on offer. Eating at MarBella certainly won't disappoint either — with à la carte options ranging from Italian to Asian and a dine-out programme including local restaurants, you could eat at a different restaurant every night of your stay. ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for water babiesA beach resort with its own aqua park offering unlimited access? Your children will think all their dreams have come true at La Riviera — and you'll be just as happy, as under-12s stay for free. The hotel, part of a large complex with multiple pools, sports facilities and restaurants, sits within 500 acres of forested grounds, and all of the 196 rooms have views of the Ionian. During high season, children can join an activity camp or the Grecoland Clubs, with supervised crafts and competitions. And, while the little ones are occupied, parents can pop to the spa or adults-only areas on the long sandy beach. ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for modern design White and turquoise are the colours that will stay with you after a holiday at the five-star Gennadi Grand — the sleek white buildings of the hotel look over the turquoise waters of its large pools and the waters of the Mediterranean. The complex looks more like a modern art gallery than a resort. There are a whopping eight restaurants and three bars to keep you fed and watered, and plenty of activities to keep you entertained (how about giving aerial yoga a go?). An added bonus is that Gennadi follows an eco-friendly ethos, which it does without sacrificing style or comfort.££ | POOL | SPA | Best for a family holiday There's so much for children to do here that you might not see them much between breakfast and bedtime. They'll need to make a choice between the activity camp, the water slide and pools, the games room, paintballing, tennis lessons, horse riding and a spin on the banana boat — and that's just for starters. Once you've all refuelled at one of the seven restaurants, there's a host of family entertainment in the evenings too, including live music, discos and dance competitions.£ | POOL | SPA | Best for those on a budgetThe five-star Astir Odysseus is a great all-round option, just three miles from Kos Town, on the island's north coast. On arrival, you'll be immediately drawn to the resort's impressive, lagoon-style pool (one of five outdoor pools for you to choose from), and the private sandy beach beyond. Children are well looked after here, with a dedicated Mini Club offering crafts, games and so on, and events such as mini discos put on especially. Grown-ups will like the water sports and activities including yoga and tennis — as well as the spa and three bars.££ | POOL | SPA | Best for adult seclusionPart of the High Beach Hotels Collection, which has three very different types of hotel on the same large beachside plot on the north coast of Crete, High Beach White is the complex's adults-only boutique option. Eighteen rooms and suites lend a more intimate feel to a stay here — but guests still have access to all the amenities of the wider resort, including its many pools, restaurants and bars. Decor in the accommodation is clean, crisp and modern, a style echoed in other areas on site, including the panoramic rooftop bar (with great views at sunset) and beachside Elia restaurant.£££ | POOL | SPA | Best for rustic-luxe appealThe first hotel in Greece from the Dreams group, Dreams Corfu Resort & Spa threw open its doors in summer 2022. Right on the beach, the luxury hotel is a study in simple modern design, with a muted colour palette and plenty of wood and other natural materials on show. Guests can enjoy gourmet à la carte dining in its many restaurants and bars, and four pools (one is solely for Preferred Club guests) in the landscaped grounds. Children aren't forgotten either: there's an Explorer's Club for younger tots and a Core Zone for teenagers. ££ | POOL | SPA | Best for sea viewsIt's hard to do anything but gawp in mute appreciation at the views of the dazzling Ionian Sea from the Elix, near the town of Perdika on mainland Greece's northwestern coast. You'll be drawn to them when first stepping into the double-height lobby and find your head turning their way throughout your holiday, whether enjoying a morning coffee from your balcony or a sunset meal at one of the four restaurants. The interiors do a very good job at competing for your attention, with plenty of stone and wood featuring in the contemporary Mediterranean decor. The overall effect is an instant loosening of the shoulders and a feeling that you might just have found your perfect Greek hideaway.££ | POOL | SPA | Best for slow livingThis Design Hotels member takes its commitment to the environment as seriously as its guests' wellbeing, and it's impossible not to leave feeling both happier and more wholesome. This is slow living at its best: stylish, relaxed and a little bit luxurious. Its restaurants take many of their ingredients from the organic kitchen gardens, endemic plants sprout in the lovely grounds, and there are plenty of ways to throw yourself into Cretan culture, from cooking lessons to olive-oil tastings. There are opportunities to get active too, with water sports and biking available; just be sure to be back in time to nab a hammock at the open-air movie screenings. Additional reporting by Richard Mellor • World's best all-inclusive hotels• Great Greek islands for families• Best affordable villas in Greece
What's On
16-04-2025
- What's On
Come fall in love at Ikos Odisia, Corfu
Sponsored: Love Ikos, Hate Leaving Ikos Resorts are the ultimate escape from reality. The seven resorts, spread across both Greece and Spain redefine the all-inclusive experience with ultimate luxury. You'll love Ikos, but hate leaving. Head to Ikos Odisia in Corfu, Greece and experience an unmatched blend of luxury hospitality, immersive cultural experiences, and unforgettable moments. Settled within 60 acres of lush greenery, as soon as you step into the resort you'll feel relaxed. Breathe in the fresh, forest air, stroll across velvet sands and enjoy the peace and quiet of the location on a secluded bay. The terrace restaurants, refined suites and golden sands all make the most of the glittering sea vistas. Enjoy a life of all-inclusive luxury on sparkling shores, where everything is included in your stay. Dining at Ikos Odisia is a delicious journey, there are 10 restaurants curated by Michelin-starred chefs offering diverse flavours from around the world, from Nikkei to Italian, French, Spanish, Asian, and authentic Corfiot cuisine. There is something for every taste, even the fussiest of eaters. Each restaurant presents a new gastronomic atmosphere, and each are included in your stay. Also included as part of your stay is a unique Dine Out experience for you to explore the flavours of Corfu at the finest local restaurants. Visit a local restaurant at no extra cost, and immerse yourself in the unique local culture and culinary traditions. Guests can try a variety of activities such as watersports like paddleboarding, windsurfing or even do a diving class, team sports like beach volleyball, or join one of the classes like Zumba, aerobics or yoga. If you want to take a private yacht tour around the island, you can do that too for an extra cost. Experience the unique Local Discovery option and take to the road for the whole day in a complimentary Tesla, part of the Local Drive Adventure programme. Discover the stunning Ionian coast and over the verdant hills, stop to admire historic landmarks in Corfu's Unesco-listed Old Town. The resort is also great for families, kids can enjoy dedicated pools, a creche, a kids club, a teens club and tailored activities for younger guests. There's a even a supper club where younger guests can dine together with fun activities and supervision.. If you want to enjoy the upgraded experience, Deluxe Collection includes best-in-class suites and additional luxuries such as complimentary spa treatments and access to exclusive areas. Ikos is more than a getaway, it's an invitation to fall in love with every moment… > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Telegraph
25-03-2025
- Telegraph
This is the holiday all middle-class parents want (but it costs £10k a week)
Katie Morley is the Consumer Champion at The Telegraph. She has won back more than £10m for readers through her Katie Morley Investigates column. It is usually around this time of year that the topic of conversation on local mums' WhatsApp groups turns to holidays, and the chats in my middle-class area of London are no exception. Predictably, someone chirps up, 'Looking to book a summer holiday, must be child friendly, any recommendations?' A flurry of messages will then follow with resort suggestions, mainly across Europe, with a scattering in Dubai and the Maldives. Having been a lurker on these WhatsApp groups for several years now, I've noticed there are two hotel brands that seem to crop up every time there's a mention of holidays: Ikos and Sani. So what is it about these resort chains, both owned by the Sani/Ikos Group, that makes them so adored by affluent Londoners? Well, for starters they have tapped into a group of holidaymakers who were previously underserved – the high-earning but permanently knackered parents who will pay any amount of money for a 'luxury break' with the children in tow. These are the parents who, pre-children, were used to living the high-life holidaying at stylish resorts around the world, frequenting chic cocktail bars and dining in fabulous Michelin star restaurants. Now searching for destinations to take the kiddies, they wince at the thought of frequenting one of the hundreds of bog-standard all inclusive 'family resorts' found on booking websites. To be clear, I'm talking about the type of resort where you'll tuck into basic beige buffets three times a day, sleep in wearily decorated rooms, and lie on white plastic loungers surrounding loud pools adorned with multiple snaking primary-coloured flumes. This is the type of resort where you'll be greeted by cheery but incessantly annoying travel reps, forced to join in with patronising quizzes, offered ghastly pre-mixed cocktails, and where you'll shut your eyes at night trying to block out someone's shouty Chesney Hawkes impression echoing from the nightly karaoke. Although probably their kids' idea of heaven, this type of place is unlikely to meet that type of parents' 'vibe check' and, far from a holiday, it may well be their idea of hell. Enter Ikos and Sani where you won't find a hint of such ickiness. The group's 12 resorts are situated in idyllic beach locations in Greece and Spain, and are fully geared up for families with children. All the usual pools, playgrounds, daycare and entertainment can be found there. Yet crucially, Ikos and Sani also boast the upmarket look and feel of a five-star hotel that even the more refined, typically middle-class resorts like Club Med and Mark Warner do not quite live up to. The all inclusive Ikos resorts boast a la carte menus designed by Michelin-starred chefs, tastefully designed rooms and public areas, tranquil spas and premium wine lists. All this sounds too good to be true, and I'm sorry to say that for most high-earning parents who are mortgaged up to their eyeballs and drowning in nursery bills or school fees, it may well be. Because for the many little luxuries that Ikos or Sani offer, the price tag is breathtakingly high. For a family of four to stay in a one-bedroom bungalow with a garden view at the Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki for the first week of August, it costs £9,878 including flights, according to For a sea view, it's an extra £1,045 and for the luxury of a two-bedroom bungalow, you can add another £7,042 to the already eye-watering price. Sani Club in Halkidiki comes in slightly more reasonably at £7,231 for a similar room during the same week, assuming both children are under 12. However it's half board, meaning you'll have to pay for food and drinks on top. Of course, early-bird discounts are available for the super organised and prices are significantly lower during school term-time for anyone with preschoolers or those comfortable with truancy. Even with the discounts, the prices are so high that it's difficult to understand how the likes of Ikos and Sani manage to fill their ever-expanding number of available hotel rooms. Yet they are growing in popularity. It makes me think that my colleague who argued earlier this month that we live in a consumerist society where keeping up with the Joneses is not an aspiration, but an entitlement, may well have been bang on the money. Even for someone earning £200,000 a year, spending £10k on a holiday represents a month of their take-home pay, which is the upper limit of what most financial advisers would recommend spending on holidays annually. The cynic in me wonders if the obscene price tag might also have something to do with some people's keenness to pipe up publicly about the fact that they've been to a Sani or Ikos resort. Granted, their Tripadvisor reviews are overwhelmingly 'excellent', but one wonders whether they've become another status symbol that people love to broadcast about in order to portray an image of wealth. I'm not the only one who's noticed the chatter about these hotels on public forums and then been horrified by the prices. Posh holidays have become a topic of conversation in the playground, too. Some parents I speak to say they could just about afford a Sani or Ikos holiday during term-time, but most are refraining from booking in case they become acclimatised to the higher level of luxury. No one wants their subsequent trips to mid-range resorts to feel sad and drab by comparison. By anyone's standards, £10k is a huge amount to spend on a week's holiday with children who, frankly, would be happy anywhere as long as they've got a pool to splash around in and an ice cream in their hand. But those who can truly afford it should fill their boots and enjoy all that these resorts have to offer. For everyone else, a family camping trip to France followed by a couple of adult-only weekends away to nice hotels might just quench their thirst for luxury, for a lot less money. The only problem might be finding someone to dump the kids with first.
The Independent
12-02-2025
- The Independent
Ikos Porto Petro, Mallorca hotel review
This family-friendly resort – the newest hotel in the Ikos brand – offers complete luxury in a peaceful location with a strong emphasis on making life as easy as possible for parents and fun for kids. Location This vast, uber chic resort - around an hour's drive from Palma de Mallorca Airport - is nestled between two sandy coves on the southeast coast of Mallorca and boasts breathtaking sea views from almost every spot. Guests can reach Portopetro Marina, home to shops, bars and restaurants, in just five minutes, while popular resort Cala d'Or is 10 minutes by car - although most people have little inclination to leave the resort. The vibe Stylish, minimalist and ultra zen, the whole place exudes calm – which is no mean feat considering it is brimming with young families. The resort's decor is sleek and simple, characterised by earthy tones, while huge glass windows and doors welcome an abundance of natural light and stunning seascapes. Outside, the walkways are flanked by pine trees, olive trees and fragrant flowers. The bars - many decked out in bamboo and leafy plants - have the feel of a cool Ibizan beach club, with the soundtrack to match. Service Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, who seem genuinely proud of their workplace. The concierge, who can be contacted within seconds via a bespoke WhatsApp service, helpfully sends out a daily Google document with all the day's activities and is happy to take complete care of your itinerary, if desired. All staff are on hand to help with all eventualities, including pram hire, snacks, a lift in a golf buggy or any manner of delicious beverage (this included a bottle of Taittinger during a particularly stressful bedtime). Rooms There are several types of accommodation, from modest double rooms to exclusive bungalows, each decorated in a pared-back, modern aesthetic. All have great views - with either balconies, gardens or pools and terraces - while the high ceilings and full-length windows give an unrivalled sense of space. Guests are treated to a complimentary mini bar, espresso machine, flat-screen TV and a chic bathroom. Food With five restaurants, plus an impressive buffet restaurant, diners are spoiled for choice. Many guests' favourite is Anaya, which has an Asian fusion menu featuring memorable dishes such as beef salad and chicken satay skewers. The popular Beach Club is perfect for a poolside lunch, while upmarket restaurant Seasons prides itself on its romantic ambience and meat-heavy cuisine. Oliva has a dedicated Spanish menu while Italian-themed Fresco is home to a pizza oven and mini buffet. The Market, which serves a buffet three times a day, caters for every taste and dietary requirement. Breakfasts are equally varied and delicious - think acai bowls, chia puddings, tomato bread and every type of coffee imaginable. And as part of its 'dine out' scheme, guests can enjoy an Ikos-devised menu at a local restaurant. Facilities Porto Petro has everything you could want for a family-friendly break, and more. There are five outdoor pools - including designated children's pools and one adults-only pool - which never feel crowded and always have sunloungers available. The gym is exceptional - large, air-conditioned, with top of the range equipment including TRX - while tennis, basketball, beach volleyball, watersports, yoga and pilates classes are all on offer. There's also an impressive spa, complete with an indoor pool, as well as a huge theatre, and a shaded children's playpark with a trampoline. Prompt room service is available at all hours, and guests can also take out a complimentary Tesla for the day to explore the island (unfortunately, there weren't enough children's car seats available on the day we booked, so we couldn't go). Disability There are 10 adapted rooms with ramps and lifts providing access to all of the hotel's amenities. Family friendly? Porto Petro's commitment to making life as easy as possible for parents and their children is impressive. Childcare options are well and truly covered, with a creche for those aged four years and under, an exceptional kids' club for older children and a dedicated teens room filled with games and consoles as part of the Just4Teens Club. Babysitters can be booked for the evening, and there's a complimentary 30-minute service where staff will watch your children on the beach while you enjoy a sundowner or a swim. Youngsters will never be bored, with extensive evening entertainment on site (including karaoke, discos and slick theatre shows), scooter, bike and balance bike hire and ice cream parlours, with sweets, chocolate and cake on tap. Thoughtful children's menus, including purees for babies, are served in all restaurants. Service is also exceptionally quick, which parents of toddlers will appreciate, with dinner starting at 6.30pm – much earlier than many other all-inclusive resorts. Top-of-the-range Stokke cots and highchairs are provided, while any extras such as changing mats are available on request. Pet policy Pets are not allowed on site. Check in/check out? Check-in at 3pm; check-out at 11am. At a glance Best thing: Visit if you are looking for the ultimate relaxing escape for families. There are very few places that you can turn up with nothing but your children (and a few nappies), knowing that literally everything else can be taken care of. And it really is all-inclusive, with no hidden fees or unexpected charges, regardless of the expense of your taste. Perfect for: Young families who still want to enjoy true luxury. Not right for: Intrepid travellers who want to explore Mallorca. Instagram from: The balcony overlooking the port as you enter the resort - you'd be hard-pushed to find a more beautiful location for a reception desk.
