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Vacation with children in December

Our best travel destinations for families in December – from Thailand to Cape Verde

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Whether for Christmas, New Year's Eve, or a deliberate break: A vacation with children in December brings warmth, ease, and valuable family time amidst the dark season. In Thailand, you will find child-friendly hotels, long sandy beaches, and a tropical climate that is beneficial for both young and old. The Cape Verde Islands are also a wonderful choice: pleasantly warm, safe, straightforward, and only a few hours by plane. If you want to spend Christmas a little differently, travel to South Africa – ideal for a combination of safari and coastal vacation. Take Memories helps you create unforgettable memories together with your children to end the year – with thoughtful itineraries and special experiences.

Our travel suggestions for your vacation with children in December

Luxury safari lodge suites with tents on terraces overlooking a river in Lapalala, South Africa.
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Lepogo Lodges

Malaria-free safari in the Lapalala Wilderness Reserve

In December, families can expect a special type of safari experience at the Lepogo Lodges: close to animals, sustainable, and stylish. Children experience nature up close, whether on game drives or wildlife workshops, while adults enjoy the luxury of the eco-chic lodge. A safari vacation that ideally combines adventure, education, and relaxation – in the midst of the pristine Lapalala Nature Reserve.

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Sri Lanka for small & big explorers

Explore, marvel & swim in winter

This family tour through Sri Lanka is a colorful adventure full of culture, wildlife observation, and tropical beaches in December. Elephants in the national park, train rides through green tea plantations, and relaxing days by the Indian Ocean make this trip ideal for children and parents. Perfectly planned, varied, and full of magical moments for curious families.

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Aerial view of Six Senses Yao Noi resort's hilltop pool surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking a lake and mountains.

Six Senses Yao Noi

Barefoot luxury for the family

In December, Six Senses Yao Noi becomes a tropical dream setting for families: private villas with pools, movie nights under the stars, boating adventures in the bay, and a creative kids' club ensure there's no boredom. While the little ones build, craft, and explore, parents enjoy the spa, yoga, or simply the breathtaking views – relaxed luxury for all generations.

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A luxurious pool area at Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort with white lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees under a clear blue sky.
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Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort

Family holidays on the Gulf with winter sun

In December, the Sofitel Al Hamra Beach in Ras Al Khaimah offers ideal conditions for a sunny family vacation. Child-friendly pools, a varied recreational program, and a long sandy beach invite relaxation and play. The winter sun of the Emirates provides comfortable warmth – perfect for relaxing holiday days with the whole family.

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