TUI free child places

Planning a family holiday in 2026/2027? You can dramatically reduce the cost of your trip with a TUI free child place. Whether you have your eyes set on Croatia or the Caribbean, free kids' places are available on thousands of selected holidays, making it all the more affordable to create special memories with your little ones.

Family holidays from TUI with free child places
Family holidays from TUI with free child places © TUI Group

What are TUI free child places?

A TUI free child place is a promotion on new holiday bookings with TUI, allowing one child to travel free with every two full-paying travellers sharing a hotel room, apartment or villa.

Subject to availability (once they're gone, they're gone), free kids' places include flights, accommodation, transfers and the advertised board basis. They can also be used in conjunction with other promo codes for further savings.

Who qualifies?

Holidaymakers looking to take advantage of a free child place must have at least two full-paying passengers and a minimum of one child on the same booking. This could be two adults and one child, or one adult and two children. Up to one free child place is available on each booking.

The maximum age limit for a TUI free kids place is 16. While some hotels offer free kids' places to children aged 16 and under, others may have stricter limits. For example, selected hotels may only offer free child places to kids aged between two and 11.

The free child place is allocated to the youngest child on the booking. Other children in the party will be charged the full brochure price.

What's included & what's not?

With TUI, a free kid's place includes flights, transfers to and from the airport and accommodation, including full use of the facilities when you're there. Food and drink in line with the board basis is also included. Any food or drink not included in the board basis will need to be purchased as extra.

Please note that 'TUI kids go free' deals do not include holiday extras such as resort-paid activities, paid kids clubs and childcare, premium seat collection, additional baggage or any inflight meals. You'll also still need to pay for travel insurance and any local tourism taxes that apply.

How to find free child places

Finding a TUI free child place works in the same way as booking a regular holiday. Simply select how many adults and kids are travelling in the search box, as well as the ages they'll be on the flight home, and TUI will present a list of holidays for your departure point and destination.

Any holidays with a free kid's place will be stamped with '1 x free child place'. You can also use the free child place filter to view a curated list of holidays that include the offer.

To make it even easier to search holidays with free child places, TUI offers dedicated tools and webpages to help you find the deal. For example, you can:

  • Use TUI's Free Kids' Places Finder - flexible with where you want to go? Simply let TUI know who's in your booking and when you want to travel, and TUI will present the best available holidays with free kids' places
  • Browse family holiday deals with free child places available - looking for inspiration? Browse this dedicated page for holidays with free child places to find the best discounted family holidays for your gang

Popular family holiday destinations

The best place to go on holiday with children depends on your interests, budget and how far you'd like to travel. Here are some of the most popular spots for TUI family holidays and the reasons travellers flock there year after year:

  • Cyprus - boasting around 300 days of sunshine each year, Cyprus appeals with its longer season & diverse culture. TUI offers package holidays to the island between late February & early November; ideal if you're looking to avoid peak season
  • Egypt - steeped in history, Egypt offers year-round sunshine & a range of resorts that cater to families; TUI flies there all year round, with many cheap holidays up for grabs
  • Greece - with tens of Greek islands including Corfu, Crete & Kefalonia to explore with TUI, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to Greece. Expect beautiful beaches, fascinating ancient history & delicious local cuisine
  • Florida - whether you're tempted by a Disney holiday in Orlando or the eclectic neighbourhoods of Miami, Florida presents a wide choice of family-friendly holidays all year round
  • Italy - with ancient cities, picturesque lakes & iconic cuisine on offer, Italy draws in a wide range of travellers & families are no exception. TUI offers both short breaks & longer holidays with flights departing throughout the year
  • Portugal - compared to Spain, Portugal offers a more compact & budget-friendly holiday destination with over 350 Blue Flag beaches to explore
  • Spain - be it the mainland or its surrounding islands, Spain continues to be one of the most go-to destinations for families looking for child-friendly holidays that don't disappoint. The Canary Islands are a particular hit for those looking for winter sun
  • Turkey - with holidays available throughout most of the year, Turkey is a favourite for families who know what they like – be it great value, all-inclusive luxury or extended warm weather

Top tips for finding TUI free child places

The more you become acquainted with TUI free child places, the easier they are to spot and book. Follow our top tips below for finding holidays with a free kid's place:

  • Plan ahead - free kids' places are subject to availability; the further in advance you plan your travels, the more likely you are to find a holiday with a free child place; free child place holidays can be booked as early as 18 months in advance
  • Consider off-peak or shoulder-season dates - quiet seasons offer more free child place deals since they're in lower demand; if you're not yet tied down to the school holidays, plan your trip for a random week in term time or outwith the main school holiday dates
  • Use TUI's Free Kids' Place Finder - this tool is completely dedicated to helping travellers find free child place holidays for straightforward planning & booking
  • Apply the free child places filter - if you're looking for holidays using the regular holiday search tool, select the free child place option to filter your results
  • Widen your search - the more flexible you are with destinations, departure airports & dates, the more likely you are to find a free kid's place; broaden your search to open up more offers
  • Search regularly - TUI releases allocations in rolling waves throughout the year, so it's always worth dipping in & out of the website to browse the latest offers
  • Contact the TUI Pre-Travel Team - still struggling to find a suitable holiday with a free child place? TUI customer service agents are on hand to help

Top tips for travelling with children

Nobody said travelling with children was easy, but plan and prepare accordingly and you're halfway there. Follow our top tips for travelling with kids:

  • Book in advance - plan ahead to grab a free child place on your holiday; more savings = more money to spend when you get there
  • Look out for promo codes - see our TUI discount codes to find eligible codes for your booking; remember, you can use them in conjunction with free child places
  • Grab a last-minute deal - if you're keen to get away soon & you're fairly flexible with where you go, browse TUI's last-minute holiday offers for a cheaper family break
  • Sign up to the TUI newsletter - subscribe to TUI's newsletter to be the first to know about any new TUI deals that drop for a cheaper family holiday
  • Prepare your documents - ensure your child has a valid passport; if you don't share the same surname with your child, you'll also need to bring a signed letter or birth certificate to confirm your relationship & permission to journey with them
  • Bring a small buggy - if you're travelling with young children, bring a lightweight buggy (under 10kg), which is free to check in & it can also be classed as the larger piece of your hand luggage, meaning you can bring it with you on the plane. If you have a larger buggy, you can still bring it with you & use it at the airport before handing it to the TUI team at the gate (your buggy will then be returned on the luggage belt on arrival)
  • Board early - arrive at your gate in good time to give yourselves more time to settle in on the aircraft; TUI allows those with young children to board the aircraft first to ensure boarding goes smoothly for families
  • Provide snacks & entertainment - pack snacks & compact items your child enjoys in your carry-on luggage to keep them busy on the flight; this could be fidget spinners, puzzle books or notepads depending on their age
  • Manage your nappy supply - if you're travelling with an infant, pack a compact pouch with a couple of nappies, wipes & sanitiser to avoid having to take your whole baby bag into a cramped aircraft toilet
  • Book a family-friendly hotel - look out for accommodation that caters to kids on holidays; swimming pools, kids' clubs & close proximity to the beach can make family getaways feel so much easier
  • Choose all-inclusive - consider going all-inclusive to take the hassle & expense of purchasing endless ice creams & snacks whilst you're there
  • Travel in a big group - invite grandparents or friends with kids along to ease the parenting load, build bonds & enjoy special memories together
  • Purchase travel insurance - always make sure you have a travel insurance policy in place that covers all travellers on your booking, including the children

FAQs

Does TUI still do free child places?

Yes, TUI continues to offer free kids' places on selected holidays for 2026/2027 travel. Holidays are released in waves throughout the year. To be the first to know about new offers and destination drops, sign up to the TUI newsletter. It's also worth setting up a myTUI account so that you can browse all the TUI holiday offers in one place, including TUI free child places.

How does TUI's 'Kids go free' work?

TUI offers families the chance to save a huge amount on their dream getaways with its 'kids go free' promotion. Available on selected holidays and new bookings only, the promotion covers one child's flights, accommodation, transfers and board basis.

This means the child can enjoy the holiday and all the hotel facilities for free (exceptions such as resort-paid activities apply). A maximum of one free child place is available per booking; you cannot get two free child places for the same holiday.

How do I qualify for a free kid's place?

To qualify for a free child's place with TUI, there must be a minimum of two full-paying passengers on the booking and a minimum of one child travelling with you. This combination could be two adults and one child, or one adult and two children. Travelling with multiple children? The free child place will be automatically allocated to the youngest child.

Kids are generally required to be between the ages of two and 11 to qualify for a TUI free child place; however, some partnering hotels may accommodate children up to age 16. Please note that free kids' places are subject to availability and available on selected destinations and hotels only. Once they're gone, they're gone.

What's included with a free kids' place?

A TUI holiday with a free child's place includes one child's flight, accommodation, food and drink (in line with board basis) and transfers to and from the airport. Additional food and drink (including in-flight meals and snacks), paid kids' clubs, premium seat selection, and additional baggage must be purchased separately. You'll also need to pay for adequate travel insurance and any local tourism taxes charged at your destination.

Can single parents get free child places?

Yes, free child places can apply to single-parent holidays as long as there are two full-paying passengers on the booking. If you're a single parent travelling with two or more children, you can take advantage of one free child place where available. Otherwise, you'll need to add another full-paying adult to the booking. If this isn't an option, check out our TUI discount codes page for other ways to save.

Does TUI offer an NHS discount?

Yes, TUI offers discounted holidays to NHS workers through its Holiday for Heroes promotion. Not only does it guarantee the lowest online price for TUI package holidays for new bookings online, but it also offers extra money off.

All you need to activate these discounts is a valid NHS email address or your unique code; simply search for your holiday through the TUI Holiday for Heroes website, and the applicable savings will be applied automatically.

Looking for more holiday deals? Check out our TUI homepage for more information on TUI and how to save on 2026/2027 holidays, or head back to our complete collection of travel deals and discounts for even more travel deals from other leading operators.

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