May Half Term Holidays to Europe

If it's an active adventure you're after, you're spoilt for choice in Europe. Hike through Alpine meadows in Austria (with waterproofs to hand for the occasional rain showers); explore Croatia's dramatic coastline on a fun family kayaking trip; and wrestle the youngsters into wetsuits on a surf trip to Portugal.

For a more laid-back May half term holiday to Europe, make a beeline for the French Riviera which is starting to really warm up at this time of year - perfect weather for exploring the sophisticated seaside resorts and wandering along beautiful beaches. The Italian island of Sicily really comes into its own too in May, with comfortable temperatures and a fraction of the crowds than in summer.