New recommendations for family travel during the upcoming school holidays include destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, and the UK. For the October half term, the Dolomites in Italy are suggested, offering autumn scenery and activities such as a farm, water park, and climbing wall at hotels like San Sonnea Family. Flight time to Innsbruck is approximately two hours.
St Lucia in the Caribbean is also recommended for October half term, providing a sun-filled escape with family-friendly hotels such as Windjammer Landing. The flight time from London is approximately nine hours.
Closer to home, Dorset in the UK is highlighted for October half term getaways. It offers a mix of rural and wooded landscapes near the Jurassic Coast, with hotels like Louma and Moonfleet Manor catering to families.
Looking ahead to the Christmas holidays, Scotland in the UK is suggested as a magical destination. Flights to Edinburgh are approximately 1.5 hours.