Despite the fluctuating exchange rate and tightening of purse-strings all round, Europe may still be the perfect choice for your family holiday this year. With more operators than ever putting on great offers to entice families back to some of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations there is plenty of reason to shop around and take advantage of some truly crunch-busting deals. We’ve picked out some of the best European offers on responsibletravel.com to help you find that perfect European family holiday without breaking the bank.
Beat the crunch: Here’s a couple of crunch beating offers to get you started from operators who are keen to give you value for your Euro. The owners of this
luxury Greek Island accommodation have fixed their exchange rate (at €1 = £0.795) for all 2009 holidays meaning that while the kids play in the pool and you enjoy the surrounding olive groves the only climate you’ll be worrying about is a Mediterranean one.
Or, if you’re looking for a more active break, how about the chance to get the family out and about in the spectacular mountain province of Alicante, Spain? This operator offers a wide range of
walking holidays for all levels taking in the landscapes of the region and as they’ve brought their prices back down to 2007 rates, the stunning views shouldn’t be the only thing leaving you on a high!
France could be the perfect family destination this year. With easy accessibility by ferry or Eurostar you can avoid the costs of a hire car as well as taking advantage of some of these great offers. How about an
adrenaline fuelled week of activities for all the family from mountain biking to rock climbing? If you’re in a group of 5-7 people one of you goes half price or with 7 or more one of you goes completely free.
Small group family holidays have always been great value for money and this year you could benefit from travelling with a group even more as operators will have negotiated prices on group accommodation, often including meals, well in advance. This means you'll not only save by travelling in a group with other families but you'll be paying prices fixed well before the exchange rate started shifting. Take a look at our great range of
small group family holidays and see for yourself.
For a walking holiday in the French Pyrenees combine spectacular mountain scenery with traditional rural France and the result is the Couserans. This network of valleys half-way between the Mediterranean and Atlantic, is tucked – seemingly forgotten - beneath meadow-crested ridges and the rugged peaks that line the border with Spain. Streams tumble to feed fish-rich rivers flowing swiftly through the meadows and orchards of the valley floors and picturesque villages are dotted along the rivers. Your family can take advantage of this operator’s new ‘No-Frills’ option and save 30% or more! Plus without the flight these French holidays are truly value for money not to mention responsible.
Other great European offers on responsibletravel.com perfect for families include this
family activity holiday in Slovenia. You'll have a go at kayaking, white water rafting and even canyoning providing plenty of entertainment for even the most active family. Plus with free half board included in July and August this is a summer break not to be missed.
Or, for families with older teenagers, how about an incredible €150 saving on this horse riding holiday in Tuscany? This trail is dedicated to riding in the wildest of the 8 winemaking landscapes, through villages and superb countryside, past medieval monasteries located high on mountainsides, past a nunnery hidden in thick forest, past a castle that was the site of a famous assassination plot, and to Tuscanys largest lake “Il Lago del Bilancino”.
There’s a great offer on this fantastically located
self catering accommodation in Andalucia as well when you book before the end of February. Pay just €250 for 7 nights instead of the usual €60 per night and enjoy a massive saving of €170!
And finally, if you’re looking for a relaxing 2 weeks in the sun try these
stunning self catering apartments sleeping up to 6 people each situated in the mountainous hinterland of the Pennavaire valley in Liguria, a short distance from the historic town of Albenga and the Italian Riviera. Book before the 31st March and you'll receive a fabolous 15% discount.
Take a look at all of our European holidays and special offers here
Need help finding a great value holiday? Contact our helpdesk at amelia@responsibletravel.com By
Lani Watson, responsibletravel.com 
