When you are heading to Corfu for a family holiday with the kids, you may well be concerned about what you will be doing with them. We all know kids get bored very easily indeed, and this is the last thing you want to happen when you are away from home.

Luckily Corfu attracts all kinds of families with kids of all ages, and this tells us a lot about how desirable the island is for children. It certainly has plenty to offer and you won’t run short of things to do there – especially when it comes to making the most of the water.

Swimming is the biggest attraction of course, and there are plenty of beaches around that have good access to the water. When you are considering where to stay in Corfu, check which beaches are close by to your accommodation and also what they are like. Some of them will be better for younger children than others. The last thing you want is a steep drop into the water with strong waves to contend with. Most adults would think twice before going into the water at such spots, let alone children!

Don’t forget the chance to go to a few rocky spots though, as this will give the kids the opportunity to explore rock pools to see what they can find. There may be water parks around to take them to, but even a few hours spent doing something as simple as this can be all they will love to do. Just don’t forget your buckets and spades!

You can also look forward to trying out banana boats and other water sports on the beach you pick. Some of the beaches are better known for their water sports than others, so don’t feel you have to stick to the same beach the whole time if you don’t want to. You could find there is an equally good one just up the road from where you are staying.

The point is not to underestimate the potential Corfu has for family holidays, particularly when it comes to enjoying the water. You can all enjoy it at the same time.