All inclusive: 7 nights at Girandella Valamar Collection Resort, in Rabac, Croatia

The most eye-catching pool’s a long infinity number that faces the Kvarner Gulf. There’s also a zig-zagging number that snakes inside from the outdoor terrace. Younger children can paddle in an indoor splash pool. There are flumes for older children, and grown-ups can sunbathe on a rooftop terrace dotted with soft daybeds.

2 outdoor pools
There are a couple of outdoor pools to take a dip in here. One’s connected to the indoor pool while the other one is set up for activities. There’s a poolside bar, too, and a terrace with sunloungers, parasols and an excellent sea view.

Splash park
Kids’ pool
Baby pool
Indoor pool
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The international buffet restaurant’s got a corner tailored for tots – the serving tables are smaller, so they can fill their own plates. There’s an open-air grill* place for between-meal snacks, as well. You can dine on something a little fancier if you head to one of the three fine-dining restaurants*. They do everything from authentic Mediterranean cuisine to steaks that are fresh from the griddle.

Maro Restaurant
This is the main buffet restaurant, which specialises in Mediterranean and international cuisine. There are theme nights, show-cooking stations and a kids’ buffet area, too. And if you fancy dining with a view, there’s a terrace with excellent sea views.
A la carte dining*

Black & Blue Steakhouse*
You can choose from a number of meat dishes here, and watch them being prepared in the open kitchen, too.
Craft Beer and Grill*
Beer and burgers are the specialities at this open-air casual-dining place.

Sundance Beach Club*
You can enjoy gourmet cuisine on the beach at this à la carte restaurant. There’s a lounge area, too, along with a shallow pool and a choice of cocktails and drinks. There’s entertainment, too, with DJ sets and concerts.

La Pentola Trattoria*
Italian and Mediterranean cuisine’s on the cards here, with handmade pasta being the house speciality. There’s a terrace, too, with excellent sea views.

Dine around service
The dine around service allows you to swap your dinner in the main restaurant for an à la carte meal at the steakhouse, Italian restaurant or the Sundance Beach Club. You’ll get a 30% discount depending on the restaurant and the menu you opt for. Head to the hotel reception for full details. Just so you know, the discount is valid on food only, not drinks.

Lounge bar*
2 lobby bars*

The Beat Beach Club*
You can enjoy cocktails and snacks here whilst listening to the DJ sets and concerts that take place. There’s a small infinity pool, too, and panoramic sea views.

Pool bar*
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Young ones can join in with music and dance parties after dark. There’s also an open-air cinema that shows films once a week, and a line-up of bars for parents to pick from.

Hotel-run kids’ clubs
Little ones from babies up to 12 years-old are well catered for here. There’s a baby room and playrooms that are separated into different age groups. They’re all supervised by trained staff and come with various activities, toys and entertainment programmes.

Teen hangout zone
Teens get their own area to hang out in, where they can chill in the open-air lounge, play video games, take part in tournaments, enjoy a movie in the open-air cinema or head to a beach party.

Evening entertainment programme
The varied evening entertainment includes live singers, DJ sets, professional dance shows and open-air cinema showings.

Open-air Cinema
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You’ll have access to the Valamar Collection Girandella Resort’s swanky spa centre, which has a dry sauna, a whirlpool bath overlooking the coast, and an outdoor sun deck. Massages* and beauty treatments* are also on offer.

Spa*
The spa comes with saunas, a whirlpool bath and relaxation areas. There are beauty treatments and massages available, too.

Gym
Hairdressing*
Sauna
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The three hotel-run kids’ clubs have activities and playrooms for different ages, plus a hangout area for teens. At the more active end of the scale, you can join exercise classes or aqua aerobics sessions. Cycling* and watersports* are on the agenda if you want to venture out.

Daytime activity programme
The activity programme runs every day throughout June to August, and it’s packed with keep-fit exercises and fun games. You’ll find various activities such as aqua aerobics, pool games, dance classes and plenty more on the agenda.
Badminton*
Basketball*
Beach volleyball
Bike hire*
Football*
Minigolf*
Playground
Snorkelling*
Scuba diving*
Tennis*
Watersports*
Kids’ climbing wall
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