Find Hotels and
Experiences for Kids
The independent global reference for kids fiendly travel
Kids first checks. Clear recognition. Practical advice.
International Kids Friendly Travel (IKFT™) was created to make it easier for parents to find hotels that are genuinely welcoming for children places designed for comfort, play, rest, and happy memories. We help families identify travel options that truly care for kids, while encouraging hotels and operators that invest in creating inclusive, enjoyable spaces for every child.
IKFT™ brings clarity and transparency to what kids friendly travel really means. We study what supports children and families in practice from layout and dining to play, rest, child protection, and atmosphere. Our process combines factual checks with human observation, ensuring that both comfort and kindness are present.
Our purpose is twofold:
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To help families plan with confidence.
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To help travel operators understand and improve the practical standards that make travel more comfortable, inclusive, and rewarding for children of all ages and abilities.
IKFT™ is an independent initiative promoting awareness, accessibility, and care in family travel. We do not sell travel services or commercially rate hotels; we recognize and encourage practices that make family travel easier and more joyful.
Guided by the past, looking toward the future of family travel.
The 2026 IKFT Awards Official Public Release on
7 May 2026
Our initial global scan covers over 215,000 - 3★, 4★, and 5★ hotels across the EU, USA, Japan, South Korea, UK, UAE, Turkey and Canada. Updated continuously, public Edition each May.
A new global benchmark for kids suitable travel
International Kids Friendly Travel
Independent Assessment
The first level of IKFT recognition. Earned through objective analysis of public information and factual criteria.
It confirms that essential, family oriented features are present and reflects the verified presence of the seven Main Kidspecs™ areas and their subcategories.
IKFT Recognized™ cannot be purchased.
Inclusive
by Design
We believe travel should include every family.
Our analysis highlights hotels that publicly share information about their accessibility features, try to helping parents of children with different needs make informed decisions.
Accessibility and inclusion are key values considered in every IKFT review.
Verified
Excellence
Go beyond online reviews with IKFT Verified™.
This independent recognition follows an onsite review conducted by IKFT and is available only to properties that have already achieved IKFT Recognized™ status.
It acknowledges strong family suitability performance across more than 250 proprietary Kidspecs™ indicators our framework for inclusive, child focused hospitality.
For the Wonder in Their Eyes
Every parent and guardian knows the quiet uncertainty that comes with planning a trip: Will my child be comfortable? Will they feel truly welcomed? Will this be worth it? IKFT exists to replace that uncertainty with wonder. We try to identify and highlight the most welcoming and accommodating travel experiences, with a special focus on the needs of every child including those with disabilities. We do the work, so you can focus on the joy of discovery.
The IKFT Tiers of Excellence
A Mark of Trust You Can See
Each level reflects both factual compliance and human experience, what’s promised and how it feels.
Our tiered system makes it easy to understand the level of verification behind every travel provider. Look for the IKFT badge to find properties committed to family friendly excellence. Our independent awards are a trusted signal for families seeking the best in kid friendly travel. Each badge is earned through a rigorous analysis of public data, guest reviews, and our proprietary Kidspecs.
Each hotel is reviewed fairly within its class; a 3★ property is not compared to a 5★,
ensuring balanced recognition.
The above are samples shown for illustration only. These are not the final official badges. The full 2026 edition will be unveiled next year.
Our Growing Global Presence
Plan your next adventure! Find IKFT Recognized travel options in our current launch Countries:
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Austria
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Belgium
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Canada
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Cyprus
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Denmark
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Finland
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France
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Germany
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Greece
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Ireland
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Italy
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Japan
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Luxembourg
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Malta
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Netherlands
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Norway
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Poland
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Portugal
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Spain
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Sweden
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South Korea
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Turkey
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United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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United Kingdom (UK)
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United States of America (USA)
* Excluding Hawaii.
In 2026 we are going to open for: Australia, Croatia, Egypt, Hawaii (USA), Hungary, Iceland, Qatar, Malaysia, Maldives, Monaco, New Zealand, Slovenia, Slovakia, Singapore, Switzerland, Thailand and Vietnam.
IKFT™ is an independent organization and global initiative promoting awareness, responsibility, and inclusion in family travel. We do not sell or rate hotels commercially; we recognize existing good practices and encourage ongoing improvement that benefits both families and travel operators.