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Travelling as a family can be one of the most enriching experiences, creating memories that last a lifetime. However, finding accommodations that cater to both parents and kids can be a challenge. Here is our list of the most extravagant family-friendly suites around the world.

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Sitting on the banks of the N’wanetsi River, Lebombo Lodge’s organic design was inspired by eagle’s nests in the nearby cliff faces. The lodge is perched high enough to offer unobstructed views of Kruger National Park, and the Big Five can be spotted from your private deck.

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There are two two-bedroom suites, which can be combined to make an exclusive-use villa with a private swimming pool, two plunge pools and an expansive dining space.

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Bush walks are usually limited to those 16 or older, but Singita still offers a huge program for younger explorers. As well as tailored game drives, the lodge offers a customized Mini Rangers Course, where children can learn to track animals, bush survival techniques and astronomy. From $16,026 per night.

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With its red roof and charming Victorian design, The Del is synonymous with old-school beach luxury. Although the lobby retains that 19th-century charm (it was built in 1888), don’t be fooled: This is very much a modern hotel. Head to the Beach Village, where the standalone cottages sport the latest in luxury accommodation and come with private valets.

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This three-bedroom suite is a residential-style cottage directly on the beach with all the mod-cons for family life. The hotel really sparkles for the holidays — kids will love the spectacular lightshow displays and its beachside ice rink. The hotel can organize elf deliveries straight to the cottage and runs charming gingerbread house workshops. From $5,300 per night.

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Buried deep in an ancient rainforest, The Datai Langkawi is an immersive tropical experience. Guests share the 40-acre site with lemurs and dusky leaf monkeys, some of whom have no qualms about joining you poolside. The timber-framed buildings are designed to blend in with the surrounding flora and guests are encouraged to join daily walks into the dense forest.

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The Datai Estate Villa, all 37,500 sq ft of it, is the ultimate in in-suite facilities: huge swimming pool, full working kitchen, games room, library and a spa treatment room.

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With a 24-hour dedicated butler and private chef available, it is the perfect choice for families intent on staying put. There is no Kids Club here, but the whole resort is a source of wonderment for young minds and child-friendly walks with the resident naturalists can be organized on request. From $12,000 per night

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The Maldives is fiercely competitive for luxury brands, so it’s impressive that the independently-owned Joali Maldives has established itself as one of the best just two years after opening.

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Up against the biggest names in the business, this resort sets itself apart with particularly beautiful Maldivian architecture and generously sized villas. The Three-bedroom Ocean Residence is the most generous of all, offering over 10,000 sq ft of overwater luxury. That includes two pools, a private spa room and an expansive outdoor terrace.

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Children are well catered for with expansive programming that includes cooking classes, storytelling sessions and even a dedicated Kids Spa. Just ask your dedicated jadugar (butler) to organize it, and say no more. From $29,000 per night.

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This under-the-radar boutique hotel offers resort-level amenities for just nine villas. Situated on its own stretch of Zakynthos coastline, Porto Zante takes the privacy of its guests seriously.

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At 4,500 sq ft, with amazing sea views and two private pools, the Imperial Spa Villa has enough amenities and space to keep everyone happy behind closed doors. The suite’s al fresco dining area, complete with sunset views over neighboring Kefalonia, is as dreamy as it gets. However, most will be lured out by the hotel’s private beach and the impressive Japanese restaurant, Maya.

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The Kids Club is open throughout the day and is staffed by highly-experienced childcarers. The hotel also hosts creative off-site adventures for little ones, giving parents the opportunity to make the most of this secret paradise (and the cocktail menu). From $14,600 per night.

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The charming countryside hotel that is The Retreat at Elcot Park has turned the interior design dial right to the limit. Each one of its 55 rooms has its own personality. Every detail, whether its hallucinogenic wallpaper or reclaimed furniture, has been purposefully placed.

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The Bushby Bacon Suite has been designed for families, but is no less stylish. There is a beautiful roll top bathtub for the grown-ups and a colorful bunk bed room for kids. The suite comes with acess to a stacked pantry, complete with ‘raiding rights,’ and a private mini bar.

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The hotel also prides itself on its dog-friendliness, with pets allowed to stay in allocated rooms with external access. Surrounded by woodland and winding walking paths, there’s opportunity to tire everyone out before retreating back to base. From $676 per night.

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We love the contemporary design of Viceroy Los Cabos: The whitewash walls and floor-to-ceiling windows act like a blank canvas, allowing the natural world to paint it with its azure blues and desert golds.

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The Five-bedroom Ocean Front Villa stays true to the rest of the property — it’s interiors are hyper modern and feels like a New York penthouse. The endless ocean views, best absorbed on the wraparound sundeck or from the private pool, ensure you never lose your sense of place.

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The suite comfortably sleeps 10 with TVs in every room so each guest has their own private space. When it’s time for the family to come together, hire one of the hotel’s accomplished private chefs to get the best from the outdoor grill. From $4,750 per night.

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Orlando is the family-friendly city, but few strike the balance between parents and children better than this Ritz-Carlton resort. For the adults, there is a championship golf course and a spa offering treatments with Valmont products. For the children, there is a substantial waterpark and an array of activities at the Ritz Kids Club.

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The Ritz-Carlton Royal Suite has all the amenities needed for family life, without losing that Top 100 Suites feel. It has a full kitchen, a large living area and the option to connect additional bedrooms. After a day in one of the waterpark’s private cabanas, book the little ones into the Kids Night Out program and head for a romantic meal at the Michelin-starred Knife & Spoon, regarded as Orlando’s best steakhouse. From $16,000 per night.

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Situated in the lesser-traveled part of southwest Scotland, Glenapp Castle offers a charming alternative to the often overcrowded Highlands. The 19th-century Baronial property was used by Winston Churchill in his planning of the D-Day landings, a pivotal turning point in World War II. At 4,500 sq ft, The Castle Penthouse Suite is one of the biggest hotel rooms in Scotland, and offers beautiful views of the Isle of Arran and Paul McCartney’s beloved Mull of Kintyre.

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The four-bedroom suite occupies a whole floor and has its own elevator. It also has a sauna, games room, library and a private dining room for up to 16 guests. For a family trip to remember, book the Hebridean Sea Safari, which takes guests around the biggest and best islands including Islay and Jura, where dolphins, whales and puffins will likely join you. From $4,000 per night.

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Cliveden House is one of those locations where you’d wish the walls could talk. Although dating back to 1666, the Italianate mansion’s most infamous years began when the Astor family bought it in 1893. They made decadent alterations and hosted lavish parties that would make Jay Gatsby blush. Today, the weight of history can be felt everywhere.

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Away from the main house, situated on the banks of the River Thames in a quiet part of the 375-acre estate, the Spring Cottage tells its own story. It was once used by Queen Victoria as a quiet spot for afternoon tea. Despite its age, the Spring Cottage comes with all the expected modern amenities. With three bedrooms, an original fireplace and two sitting rooms, this is an intimate space for families that wish to reconnect away from the world. From $2,400 per night.