Booking your summer holiday 2026? These are destinations to fall in love with
When searching for your perfect summer holiday with children, nothing beats that one special feeling. You look at the photos and instantly think: this is where I want to go. In the familiar setting of a Villatent, you can already picture it: the wooden veranda glowing in the evening sun. Birds chirping through the canvas. The smell of a barbecue in the air. The summer excitement has begun.
But which destination will you choose for your summer holiday 2026? For everyone already dreaming of long, sun-filled days, we’ve highlighted some of the most loved holiday countries. Each one a place where the holiday feeling comes naturally.
🇫🇷 France: nature and space
A summer holiday in France remains a favourite among families — and for good reason.
Whether you choose the Dordogne, the Ardèche or the Mediterranean coast, life is lived outdoors here. Mornings start slowly with fresh bread, afternoons revolve around water fun, and in the evening you dine together under the stars.
Why so many families choose a glamping holiday in France:
• Plenty of space and nature
• Charming, child-friendly campsites
• Authentic villages nearby
🇮🇹 Italy: the true summer feeling
A summer holiday in Italy feels like pure sunshine and joy.
At Lake Garda or along the Adriatic coast, you combine guaranteed sunshine with vibrant atmosphere. Swim in the lake during the day or relax by the pool, then enjoy gelato in the village square in the evening.
Why glamping in Italy is so popular:
• Warm and welcoming atmosphere
• A perfect balance between relaxation and liveliness
• Reliable summer weather
🇭🇷 Croatia: glamping by the sea
More and more families are choosing Croatia for their summer holiday. With its crystal-clear sea, green coastline and modern campsites, it’s the perfect destination for combining comfort and sunshine. Glamping in Croatia is especially on the rise.
What makes a summer holiday in Croatia so appealing:
• Direct access to the sea
• Modern facilities
• Endless water fun
🇳🇱 The Netherlands: compact, diverse and easy to explore
A memorable summer holiday with children doesn’t have to mean travelling far and wide.
The Netherlands may be small in size, but it offers a surprising variety of landscapes — from wide sandy beaches to forests and lakes. Glamping here combines outdoor living with comfort, making it a relaxed and family-friendly choice.
Why choose a summer holiday in the Netherlands:
• Easy to explore in a short time
• A mix of coast, nature and water
• Well-equipped, family-oriented campsites
Whether you’re planning a longer European trip or focusing on one country, the Netherlands offers a laid-back holiday atmosphere with everything within reach.
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Which destination will you fall in love with?
Will you choose France, Italy, Croatia or the Netherlands? Or explore one of our other glamping destinations across Europe?
Whichever destination you choose, it’s all about that one feeling: waking up without an alarm clock, children making new friends and evenings that seem to last forever.
Some summers you plan.
Others you simply feel.
Maybe this is one of those.
Together, truly on holiday. 🌞
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