About Karen Basnett, Family Travel Writer & Holiday Expert
The Family Holiday Collection was founded to help UK families plan premium holidays that are truly worth every penny.
Created by an award-winning family travel writer and mum of two, we combine 20 years' expertise with insider knowledge of the world’s best luxury family resorts.
A Luxury Family Holiday Expert You Can Trust
After more than 20 years reviewing family holidays for national publications and Mumsnet, I’ve experienced firsthand how much difference the right resort can make to a family trip. Yet many parents still find themselves scrolling through hundreds of deals online, unsure which holidays will genuinely deliver the experience they are hoping for.
I created The Family Holiday Collection to change that.
This is not a bargain-holiday website. Instead, it’s a personal holiday-planning service for families looking for exceptional travel experiences. When you’re investing thousands of pounds in a family holiday, you deserve to know it will truly deliver.
Travel Expertise You Can Trust
Over the past two decades, I have visited and reviewed family resorts across Europe and around the world, sharing honest insights with parents looking for memorable family holidays.
Today, I use that experience to help families confidently choose the very best exclusive resorts and destinations.
I’m also a specialist in Ikos Resorts and Lapland holidays, along with partnerships across a carefully selected collection of premium family hotels worldwide.
Our philosophy.
Every holiday recommended by The Family Holiday Collection meets one simple standard:
If I didn't take my own family there, I wouldn’t recommend it to you.
Our goal is simple: to help UK families plan luxury holidays that are truly worth every penny.
My favourite destinations
Some of my favourite travel memories so far include trekking through the jungle in India, dancing the night away in Nashville, skiing in Lake Louise, Canada, in –42°C, and exploring the beautiful beaches of Mauritius.
As avid Ikos visitors, my family has explored every resort, giving me firsthand insight into what makes each one perfect for families. Mallorca also holds a special place in my heart. It’s where my husband and I got engaged and later married.
What makes us different
At The Family Holiday Collection, we focus on three things:
Carefully chosen destinations
We handpick family-friendly resorts and destinations that offer something truly exceptional, from world-renowned icons to carefully chosen hidden gems.
Holidays designed for real families
We understand exactly what families need from a holiday, from toddlers to teens. Use our expertise to recommend luxury family resorts and experiences that work for every age.
We will personally design a family holiday around the destinations and experiences that perfectly suit your family’s needs.
Personal guidance
Start Planning Your Family Adventure
Whether you're dreaming of a sun-soaked beach, a snowy mountain escape or a luxury family holiday somewhere new, The Family Holiday Collection is here to help you find a holiday your whole family will love.
"We had no idea which Ikos resort to book. The Family Holiday Collection's Ikos consultation was invaluable. They explained the differences, recommended the right resort for our family and shared brilliant tips that made the whole experience even better. We had the most fantastic holiday and would absolutely recommend their advice before booking."!"
Emma J.
★★★★★