Family holidays are seen as breaks away from busy everyday liveFamily holidays are seen as breaks away from busy everyday lives. They are supposed to be a relief from stress and chores, giving time for recovery and rest in pleasant companionship of the family, but it sometimes may turn out to be a challenge to combine needs and desires of several actors in the family: parents and children, mothers and fathers, young children and older children. Family holidays are not all harmony and do also generate stress and conflicts at times.

Why are family holidays so important?

Family vacations not only build life long memories, they also break your family away from the usual routine, opening your minds to new cultures, foods and experiences, and according to research they are even good for your health! One study found that people return from vacation happier and more relaxed.

What do families look for in a holiday?

Pools and water activities are the top vote for parents and kids when booking a family holiday. Also important are spacious (and potentially adjoining) guest rooms.

• Then comes a choice of and dining options. Kids’ clubs are highly valued

• Parents are looking for me-time, too, so kids’ clubs help to serve this desire.

Best time for family holiday?

When to go on a Tanzania family holiday? Generally, Tanzania is best to visit in the dry-season months of July – October when the parks are dry and wildlife viewing is dramatic, easy and action packed.