LEEDS, UNITED KINGDOM — (Marketwire) — 11/07/12 — Travelling with children can be a daunting experience, especially when doing it for the first time. looks at the options available to make your family holiday run smoothly.
When going on holiday with children, one of the first things that parents and guardians may wish to consider is the destination. For example, if the children travelling with you are typically restless, they might not be able to cope with a long haul flight or destinations with extreme temperatures.
There are a number of child friendly destinations and one of the most popular holiday spots, which ticks all the boxes for UK families, is Spain. Spain has long been a firm favourite for British holidaymakers. Short flight times, attractive last minute deals combined with almost guaranteed sunshine and fun for all the family makes Spain a top destination for British holidaymakers.
Figures from the Association of British Travel Agents revealed that Spain was the most popular holiday destination for families last year.(i) Spain even beat the UK in a top ten poll of the most family friendly destinations.
The USA was the third most popular family friendly destination with Florida being a great place to enjoy family fun. Florida is home to some of the world-s most popular theme parks, perfect for both adults and kids.
If you are heading overseas with your family, you might want to consider your travel insurance options.
is designed with family travel in mind. Holiday budgets can quickly become stretched when you have to cater for a number of people, which is why kids go free. Children are covered when they travel with their parents, grandparents or legal guardian.
Even if you have a big family – up to seven children or grandchildren can qualify for free travel insurance with Asda Money^.
Notes to editors
(i) Source: ABTA: Fiesta for Families – Spain Tops UK Families- Getaway Choices 03/10/11
About Asda Travel Insurance
(i) All pricing examples based on travellers being 18-36 at the time of purchase with no medical conditions. Based on an individual Value European 2 day policy bought online. Price includes 20% online discount.
^ Terms and conditions apply. Children are covered when they travel with their parents, grandparents or legal guardians only.
Asda Money is a trading name of Asda Financial Services Limited. Asda Financial Services Ltd is an Introducer Appointed Representative of ACE European Group Ltd. This means that Asda Travel Insurance policies are sold, administered and underwritten by ACE European Group Ltd who is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA), reference number FRN 202803. Full details can be found on the FSA-s Register by visiting or by contacting the FSA on 0845 606 1234.
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