We're trying to book a holiday and need ideas please! Half the family are autistic and care a lot what a place looks/feels like to be able to relax, but we don't have all the money so would love a recommendation. Going late August for 10 days ish. Total budget £4.5-5K, two adults and 2 DDs (15 and 17)
I realise a lot of the stuff I'm about to say makes me sound a right snob, but it's become clear that for DH in particular to be able to relax on holiday we need to be somewhere that 'feels' really nice?
Last year we went to Rovinj in Croatia which ticked all these boxes (it was gorgeous) but it's way more expensive this year so I want to consider alternatives.
Non-negotiables we need to have:
Nice hotel (where we can have two rooms) or possible self catering/apartment hotel type thing. Modern architecture ideally. Super clean. Good breakfast (for me!!)
Variety of local restaurants that aren't too expensive.
Old town (within 5 minutes walk) with traditional architecture and vibe.
Ideally on a beach.
Historical stuff to look at within an hour's drive.
Lovely countryside nearby.
Deal breakers - can't have:
Loads of high rise hotels built in the last 50 years.
'Brits abroad' stuff (I can't think of a better way to say this?!?!) - Irish pubs, karaoke, that sort of thing
Loads of shops selling buckets and spaces and other tat.
I'd love any suggestions (and please be kind!!) x