Costa Dorada, Spain
Costa Dorada is such an easygoing spot for a family holiday. The beaches stretch for miles with soft sand and gentle waves that are perfect for little paddlers, and the pace of life is just right for slowing down and soaking it all in.
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Five reasons to visit Costa Dorada
Costa Dorada is one of those places that just makes family travel feel easy. With its long golden beaches, warm shallow seas and loads to see and do nearby, it’s perfect if you’re after a mix of relaxation and adventure. Whether you want to spend your days building sandcastles, exploring pretty coastal towns or treating the kids to theme park fun, Costa Dorada really does tick all the boxes.
Short Flight From UK
Beautiful Beaches
Theme Parks
Boat Trips
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It really depends on what kind of holiday you’re after, but Cambrils is a firm favourite for families. It’s a beautiful seaside town with a long, sandy beach, a lovely marina and loads of places to eat (including some fab spots for paella!). It’s got that relaxed, local feel but still has everything you need. Salou is also great if you’re after a bit more buzz. Plus it’s right next to PortAventura World, which is a huge hit with kids.
Yes, but in a good way! Places like Salou have that classic holiday energy – beach bars, family-friendly entertainment and busy promenades. But you can also find quieter spots like Cambrils or La Pineda, where things feel more chilled. It’s a really nice balance, especially with kids – lively enough to keep them entertained, but not overwhelming.
Flights from the UK to Reus or Barcelona usually take around 2 to 2.5 hours. Super manageable with kids – just enough time for snacks, a bit of screen time and maybe a quick nap before landing in the sunshine.
It’s still pleasantly warm in October! You’re looking at average daytime temperatures around 20-24°C, which is perfect for little ones. It’s not too hot, but still warm enough for beach days and swimming. It does start to cool off in the evenings though, so definitely bring a few layers for when the sun goes down.
The nearest airport is Reus Airport, which is super convenient. It’s just a short drive to popular resorts like Salou and Cambrils. If you’re flying from the UK, you might also find good options into Barcelona Airport, which is a bit further (around 1 to 1.5 hours by car), but often has more flight choices.
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These little cabins are very basic, maybe not ideal for anyone who wants luxury - but - they are on skis 😮 and each evening the owner drags you onto a frozen lake with his snow mobile. No light pollution, no noise, just pure peace (aside from the sound of occasional cracking ice, which is apparently normal 😅😆)
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How many people get to say they’ve slept on a frozen lake under the northern lights?! 😮✨
These little cabins are very basic, maybe not ideal for anyone who wants luxury - but - they are on skis 😮 and each evening the owner drags you onto a frozen lake with his snow mobile. No light pollution, no noise, just pure peace (aside from the sound of occasional cracking ice, which is apparently normal 😅😆)
These cabins are with @lakeinarimobilecabins - it was a few years ago that we went. I think they get booked up quite far in advance now - but message the fella, it’s naturally cheaper to book direct 🤍
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This is one of the best Eurocamps we’ve been to, particularly for families who love a waterpark! There are so many slides, splash areas and pools to spend the day exploring. On top of that you’re right by a beach, close to the gorgeous city of Venice and there’s even a fun fair!
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This is one of the best Eurocamps we’ve been to, particularly for families who love a waterpark! There are so many slides, splash areas and pools to spend the day exploring. On top of that you’re right by a beach, close to the gorgeous city of Venice and there’s even a fun fair!
If you want more information on this camp comment GUIDE and ill send you our Union lido review and guide 💛
This was a PR trip from 2025 but this post and guide were made independently as it’s one of our favourite camps ✨
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This would be a CRAZY good deal for the right family. If you want to escape to warmer weather and just CHILL, this could be perfect. There’s an indoor pool, spa, gym and you’re right by the beach. This includes all your food and drink, flights, luggage and transfers 😮
It’s during term time so this is one for the home educators or families with younger kids.
Comment DEAL and I’ll send you a link to this deal plus the link to the last minute deals page where you can find your own bargain 💛
Links we share are affiliate links - all the deals we share are from a variety of providers and are always found by us as a deal we would book ourselves.
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