Family Middle East holidays

The Middle East is the cradle of civilisation and, appropriately enough, Middle East family holidays can cater for families with children from cradle to teens, thanks to warm weather, lovely beaches, unparalleled cultural treats to inspire curious youngsters, and activities galore. So where to pick for your Middle East family holidays? Depending on their ages and inclinations, we would recommend Oman for its glorious beaches and fabulous activities, from dolphin spotting cruises and 4x4 wadi-bashing to camel rides and stargazing in the desert. Jordan is a nailed-on classic Middle East family holiday destination, with Wadi Rum an open-air adventure playground for children, and Petra a latter-day marvel. And just wait until they're floating on the surface of the Dead Sea. That’s all before we even mention Abu Dhabi and Dubai... Read more