Activities And Beaches: Family Fun On The Dalmatian Coast

Finding a family holiday destination that has something to keep every member of your family entertained can be a tall order, but you’ll have it all covered in Makarska, Croatia. Whether your clan is into relaxing on a beach or getting into some serious, adrenaline-pumping activities, this resort on the Dalmatian Coast has plenty to offer.

Great for You

The resort of Makarska is thankfully never crowded and retains much of the authentic charm of this part of Croatia, making it a great place to explore for anyone interested in the local culture and cuisine. With a range of excellent hotels with spa facilities, parents looking for a relaxing getaway with their family could find exactly what they’re looking for here.

The Dalmacija Hotel offers its own solution for parents looking for a quiet few hours, boasting an excellent kids club for children who are over four years of age. Parents can drop their little ones from 10am to 12pm and from 4pm and 6pm and get a few well-earned hours to themselves.

Great for the Kids

One of the biggest perks for visitors in Makarska, Croatiais the beautiful local landscape. The neighbouring mountains, forests and beaches offer a wealth of outdoor activities for sporty kids and teens. From cycling and kayaking to rock climbing, swimming and tennis, your active kids could try a different activity every day if they wanted to.

The Aparthotel Miramare is a great self-catering option with spacious apartments, which are particularly suited to families with older children. If you don’t want to cook, the hotel has its own fantastic restaurant, and teens will love chilling out in the Turkish steam room and gym. The great thing here is that, being only three minutes from the beach, teens can head out on their own in perfect safety. More active kids will also love the option to rent bikes and explore the local cycling trails.

Great for Everyone

If what you want from a family holiday is to enjoy some quality time together, you’ll love the range of activities on offer in Makarska. Croatiaoffers some great options for families who enjoy getting to know the country they’re visiting, and Makarska is no exception. There are a range of excellent hiking trails in the area, which you can explore together as a family.

The Biokovo Nature Reserve lies just outside of town and is easily reachable by foot from hotels like the Hotel Meteor, which is in close proximity of the sea and has an indoor and outdoor pool. For those who don’t want to push themselves too hard, a short drive from the hotel will take you to the snowy summit of Biokovo, offering spectacular views across the entire region.

While your friends may not have heard of Makarska, Croatiayet, they’re sure to book their own holiday to the Dalmatian Coast by the time that you get home and tell them all about the activities and fantastic accommodation available for families here.

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John Dixon is an experienced world traveller and the Managing Director of Prestige Holidays. For over 30 years, he has been providing luxury holidays to Makarska, Croatia and many other destinations around the globe. John tries to visit each of the destinations regularly in order to ensure the quality of his properties, and stay up-to-date about the latest local news and events. He has a taste for the finer things in life and has an interest in arts, history and culture.