Dubai crowned best travel destination for family holidays

Dubai has been named the world’s number one destination for family holidays, in a new survey by travel insurance comparison site InsureMyTrip.
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The site examined relevant travel data for key family holiday categories, including the quality of family hotels, attractions and beaches, general safety and the strength of ocean currents. After collating this information, InsureMyTrip ranked cities from most to least suitable as potential destinations for family getaways.
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Of the 62 cities analysed, Dubai ranked first, with a rating of 7.42 out of 10. It was followed by Colombo, Turks & Caicos, Barbados and Corfu in Greece.
Dubai ranked particularly highly in five out of the seven categories, including area safety (10), quality of family attractions (10), weak ocean current (9.75) and sea temperature (7.7).