Photo Chris Power

If you’ve got young kids, a healthy bank balance, and you fancy a trip to southwest Portugal at half term, Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel could be the go. Brazilian legend Fabio Gouveia, who competed on the pro tour throughout the ’90s and into the ’00s, will be the guest host at the resort during the October half-term holiday, 20 October to 4 November. There will be surf demonstrations by Fabio, surf lessons for adults and children, balance training, surf movies, and Hawaiian luaus at the As Dunas beach restaurant. The five-star resort is situated near Sagres, close to a range of good breaks. For further info check the website (www.martinhal.com) or call 00351 282 240200.