Cyprus is still sunny in October, and the stunning Almyra hotel could be just the thing.
Have a look: http://www.totstoo.com/hotel/almyra/
Although it is beautifully chic, it is completely child friendly, with a lovely kids club.
There's even an offer for complimentary half board at the moment.
Ask the team at Tots Too for more information - 020 7284 3344 / sales@totstoo.com

Hi Audrey
Mauritius is the perfect at this time BUT you may have left it to late to book unless you can miss a couple of days of school as the flights are busy and expensive. I have just returned this summer and feel it offers safe exotic. I have blogged some bits here, http://www.familyholidayscompany.com/bl ... y-holidays
The weather would be much more reliable/warmer in October.

Otherwise I have put some ideas for October half term here although perhaps not as exotic as you would have liked, http://www.familyholidayscompany.com/ho ... -half-term
Don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like me to check availability/prices.
Good luck, Jo

Thanks for your suggestion. Oman somehow didn't come on my radar. I will look into it.

i'd recommend Oman, the shangri-la has a part of the complex that is aimed at families: http://www.shangri-la.com/muscat/barral ... aha-hotel/
It's about 6hrs flight, and about 34 degrees during the day..

Anyone?!

I was wondering if i can tap into the NVN collective experience for a recommendation on some nice holiday places for the October half-term break. I would love to go away somewhere nice and warm (such as Maldives, Seychelles, Mauritius, but wonder if that particular period (late October/early November) is actually suitable (due to monsoon months). Would it be better to try those places over Christmas period instead?
Or perhaps is best to look in the Caribbean? Any recommendations that you care to share - we are looking for nice sandy beaches, with family friendly resort, budgetwise - I'm thinking up to £5k for a family of four, but could be adjusted for the right place.

Thanks!