5 Life-Changing Family Holidays To Take In 2026

Every journey tells a story, and the best ones leave a mark that lasts a lifetime. For 40 years, Scott Dunn has mastered the art of travel, creating experiences that go beyond itineraries, making memories that last forever. To mark its 40th year, Scott Dunn has curated a list of 40 incredible trips, each one chosen because it will lift your holiday out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary. We’ve chosen five of the best to take the whole family on this year.

The Scott Dunn 40 Collection: 5 Of The Best Family Holidays

To highlight what’s on offer in this extra-special collection, here are five of our favourite itineraries. The 40 Collection is a handpicked selection of Scott Dunn’s most remarkable stays and experiences, each one showcasing why they remain at the forefront of tailor‑made travel, from cowboy cookouts in Canada to polar snorkelling in Antarctica. If you’re travelling with kids, of all ages, there are special considerations when finding your perfect match. From young children to tricky teens, these options should hit all the right notes. 

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Aurora Borealis, Finland

Chase The Northern Lights In Lapland

Journey into the Arctic wilds of Swedish Lapland with Scott Dunn’s Chase the Northern Lights adventure. Guided by a professional photographer, you’ll travel through snow-dusted forests and frozen lakes to capture the mesmerising glow of the aurora borealis. Evenings are spent reviewing your images by a crackling fire, with steaming mugs of hot chocolate in hand, surrounded by snowy silence.

Kids will love: The snowy adventures, dazzling night skies, and the magic of photographing real-life northern lights.

Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club

Perfect Your Backhand In Greece

Ace your serve under the Mediterranean sun with Scott Dunn’s tennis getaway in Greece. Perfect for sporty kids of all ages, including notoriously tricky to please teens, guests can train like a pro at the world-class Mouratoglou Tennis Centre on the Costa Navarino coastline, with expert coaching and breathtaking sea views. Beyond the courts, explore ancient wonders in Athens and Crete, island hop across the Aegean, and savour authentic flavours in private cooking classes.

Kids will love: The Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club, beach games, and Greek mythology–inspired adventures.

Scott Dunn’s Rock Girl guide trip

Empower Teens In South Africa

Discover Cape Town in the most inspiring way with Scott Dunn’s Rock Girl guide itinerary. Join young female leaders from underserved communities for a powerful, culture-rich tour revealing the city’s creativity, history, and social heartbeat. Every experience directly supports the Rock Girl initiative, empowering the next generation of changemakers while connecting travellers with authentic local stories.

Kids will love: Meeting new friends, creative projects, and seeing how travel can make a difference.

Glacier Express Train In Switzerland

Take The Glacier Express Train In Switzerland

Glide through Switzerland’s most spectacular alpine landscapes on Scott Dunn’s ski Switzerland adventure. This unforgettable journey combines world-class skiing in St Moritz, Zermatt, and Andermatt with the romance of the legendary Glacier Express. Picture panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, glistening valleys, and charming mountain villages from your carriage before stepping out onto pristine slopes and into cosy, luxurious lodges.

Kids will love: Snow time, scenic train rides, and magical alpine atmosphere straight from a winter fairytale.

Mashpi Lodge’s Sky Bike

Ride A Skybike In Ecuador

Embark on an extraordinary journey through Ecuador, where adventure spans from the Amazon to the Andes and the Galápagos Islands. Glide silently above the Chocó cloud forest on Mashpi Lodge’s Sky Bike, spotting waterfalls, butterflies, and rare birds from the treetops. Explore colonial cities, volcanic peaks, and island shores alive with sea lions and giant tortoises — a true feast for the senses.

Kids will love: The jungle adventures, wildlife encounters, and thrilling Sky Bike rides through the canopy.

Made For Families

For families seeking more than another week by the pool, these trips redefine what adventure looks like. Scott Dunn’s bespoke itineraries open up the world through a young person’s eyes from carving fresh tracks on a Dolomites ski safari to gliding over coral gardens in the Maldives or tracing California’s legendary coastline. Each journey is mastered with detail and imagination to create memory-rich escapes for every generation of traveller.

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Seamless Service

What sets Scott Dunn apart? At the heart of every Scott Dunn journey lies impeccable service. With global offices in the UK, US and Singapore, guests can speak directly to an expert 24 hours a day, no matter where they are in the world. This personal connection, underpinned by flexibility and responsiveness, offers complete confidence when booking. Whether plans change or flights need tweaking, guests know they can rely on a dedicated team to take care of every detail, completely effortlessly.

After forty years, Scott Dunn’s belief remains unchanged: that travel, when crafted thoughtfully, becomes an art form. Find out more about the 40 Collection scottdunn.com