Ikos Aria - tips/advice?

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We are going to Ikos Aria in May with two kids (1 and 4) and I would be grateful for your tips on how to make the most of it as it is probably the only time we will ever be able to afford an Ikos holiday 😂

if you've been, how did you arrange transfers? Did the resort book for you or did you sort it out yourself? Did you take car seats for the transfer?

I know they allow you to hire a mini for a day - did you pre book before you went? Do they have car seats for the kids?

i have also read you May need pre book restaurants -which would you recommend? Have you tried the dine out option?

do they have pool inflatables and buckets/spades for kids or should we take our own?

what is the kids club like? Should we book before we go?

it's also our first time on an all inclusive so not sure what to expect (hence the questions) or what the etiquette is re tipping! It looks amazing and we are very excited!

I went in October for the first time and was blown away! We loved Ouzo for lunch as the bbq food was fab and i think Provence (Greek local style one). Not so fussed about the French one.

If you want to book a mini do it way ahead of time as they get booked up in advance. Yes you can request car seats. You can book via ikos app.

We booked the 3 evening meals ahead of time then the rest on arrival day. The Seasons buffet place was great too.

Our baby was 10 months so we put her in the fee paying creche maybe 4 times? 10-1pm. She was too young for the children's club.

Bring buckets and spades. I put our baby in a little baby float thing which i brought with me.

We're trying ikos Oceania in June so obviously a great impression was made!

@NatMoz thank you for posting as I've just booked the last remaining slot for the car!