Istria (Croatia)

SINGLE PARENT BEACH TRIP

Active beach holiday at family-friendly 4-star hotel on the beautiful Istrian peninsula

09/08/2025 - 16/08/2025, Available: PRICES

16/08/2025 - 23/08/2025, Available: PRICES

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Overview

Single parent beach holiday in Croatia

Take a relaxing summer break with us in Croatia at our 4-star family hotel on the pretty west coast of the Istrian peninsula. This is a group holiday for single mums and dads and their children, hosted by one of Single Parents on Holiday’s team members:

Accommodation:

The 4-star hotel Molindrio Plava Laguna is just 4 km from the beautiful medieval coastal town of Poreč. It boasts three swimming pools, playground, fitness room, mini spa and kids club. There is a daily sports and animation programme on offer to keep guests of all ages entertained. Breakfast and dinner are served as a buffet in the hotel’s main restaurant, with lunch and snacks available during the day at the pool bar or any one of the beachside restaurants and bars. Our hotel has been awarded the Blue Flag Certificate, an indication of the extraordinary quality of water and beach facilities.

Things to do:

There are many sports facilities shared by the Zelena Laguna Resort hotels, incl. tennis courts, beach volleyball, wake boarding and two water sports centres. The marina, bicycle hire, cycle paths and a golf driving range, as well as beautiful hiking paths along the coast, are within walking distance. The amazing Aquacolors Aqua Park, the biggest water park in Croatia, is only a 5-minute taxi ride away. Poreč with its many shops and restaurants can be easily reached by boat, water taxi or by the small tourist train running along the coast. Your Single Parents on Holiday tour leader will organise the above activities as well as a number of excursions for the group. For more details, please go to Our Programme.

Our prices:

Adults pay from £940, first children from £840 and second children from £660. Prices includes half-board, kids club, services of a Single Parents on Holiday tour leader, and airport transfer. Not included are your flights. For more details, please click on Prices.

For more information about this single parent holiday, please click on the drop down menu/tabs, fill in our contact form, email us or simply call us on 0333 370 3701.

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Programme

The 4-star Hotel Molindrio is part of the award-winning Zelena Laguna Resort. With its great sports facilities, this holiday will keep even the most active single parent families entertained on holiday. It is the ideal choice for a holiday with teenagers but also has lots on offer for families with younger children.

Kids facilities and kids club:

The kids club (4 to 12 years of age) offers supervised childcare in the mornings and afternoons, as well as mini-discos in the evenings. There is also a children’s pool at the hotel, as well as a playground.

The beach and water sports:

The hotel has a private, partly paved and partly rocky beach but you can use any of the beaches in the Laguna. For water sports enthusiasts, there is a water ski and wake boarding lift directly in front of our hotel, as well as a couple of water sports centres nearby offering windsurfing, stand up paddling, pedalos and canoeing, as well as banana boat rides and parasailing.

Excursions and activities:

Your Single Parents on Holiday tour leader will organise a range of optional activities and excursions (not included in our price), exclusively for our single parent families, which will include the following:

  • a day at the nearby aqua park
  • a boat trip along the coastline with time for swimming
  • an afternoon at the adventure park Motodrom with go-karting, quad biking and high rope garden
  • a boat trip to the coastal medieval town of Rovinj with time for sightseeing and shopping

Further, a visit to the medieval villages of Motovun und Groznjan inland of Istria, and a fishing trip can be arranged if any families are interested.

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About Istria

Istria and Poreč

Poreč is located on the peninsula of Istria, immediately south of Slovenia and Italy. Istria is widely considered the most beautiful region of Croatia, rich in history and surrounded by the deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea. The region was colonised by the Romans in ancient times, who used this beautiful spot as their summer residence. The area has been subject to Venetian, French, Italian and Habsburg rule over the centuries, and was eventually incorporated into Yugoslavia in 1954 before Croatia became an independent republic in 1991. Istria was part of Italy in the early twentieth century, and the Italian influence is reflected to this day in Istrian cuisine, architecture, landscape and culture, and the use of Italian as a second language.

Istria has been an insider tip for many years. Its stunning coastline, rolling hills inland and beautiful old towns have attracted visitors from throughout Europe. It is the westernmost region of Croatia, and the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea. Boat trips along the beautiful coastline, stopping at different villages along the way, can be taken from directly outside the hotel. Also worth a visit is the town of Pula, home to the most impressive Roman amphitheatre anywhere in south-eastern Europe, a beautiful spot in its own right and the location of a range of music festivals throughout the summer months.

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Holiday Reviews

Below is a selection of holiday reviews from our single parent holidays at the 4-star hotel Molindrio Plava Laguna near Porec (Istria). This is one of our most popular beach holidays and a fantastic single parent holiday for teenagers due to the many activities available at and near the hotel.

"This was our second holiday with SPOH, we loved Cyprus last year, and Croatia was as good, if not better. The whole SPOH group got on really well together, there were other children the same age as my son and daughter who they could play with during the day, and in the evening. This meant I could relax and chat to the other parents, so it also felt like a holiday for me. I particularly loved how safe Croatia felt, we could wonder freely around the peninsular, down to the beach and to the local supermarket, and there was free WiFi across the whole area. The swimming pools (there are 2), where not huge, but never felt over crowded and there was never a problem getting a sun lounger, no matter what time of day. We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday and would definitely recommend this holiday to others, particularly with pre-teen kids. "
- Tavia, Evelyn (10 y) & Joshua, (5 y) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2024
"Ian, our host was amazing. He is very well organised and does his research. We had a small issue on our arrival day which Ian dealt with speedily. The speedboat trip from Porec is a must; the kids will love it. The inflatables are also good. We ate at the cafe bar by the pool and the food and drinks were good. Take cash with you on this holiday as it’s the preferred method of payment in most places. The trip to Rovinj is lovely although we would have preferred a day there rather than 2 hours. It’s a lovely place to visit and has some very pretty cafes and bars. Good place to shop if you have time. We were very lucky to see dolphins on a taxi speedboat ride. "
- Judith & Theo (13 y) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2024
"Travelling with SPOH made it so much easier for me to relax on our holiday. Our host did all the trip organisation and was always happy to provide any help and support needed to make our stay enjoyable. Having the company of the group was really lovely for me and for my daughters. It was so nice to have a ready-made group of friends to spend time with or even just to have some familiar faces around as we all went about our day. I thought it might feel stifling to be part of the group, but it was the perfect balance of companionship and freedom to do as we pleased. "
- Claire, Adele (17) & Chloe (13) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2024
"Being a new single parent, the thought of going on holiday with just my son was daunting. This was our first holiday with SPoH, and having a group of people in a similar position was great - people to talk to, kids to play with. The hotel and resort were excellent, and plenty of trips were available if you wanted them. Just a shame that the week went so quickly!! :-) I cannot recommend SPoH highly enough and we'll definitely be looking to use them again! "
- Jon & Tom (11) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2024
"Istria is a lovely location, very scenic and picturesque with clean, crystal clear waters. The two pools were good and there was plenty to do around the hotel complex - inflatables, beach volleyball, pedaloes, snorkelling, water skiing and boat trips for example. The weather was glorious and the food suited all tastes. "
- Nicola, Hannah (16) and Stephen (13) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2023
"We had a fantastic holiday as we met some amazing people and did lots of fun things with them in a beautiful country.
Being a single parent, meeting others in the same situation is such a lovely thing to do. Going in such a large group does have many beneifits as you will always meet someone you can connect with and my child made lots of friends which was great to see.
Seeing him happy made me very happy. I am exhausted but at the same time it was so worth it.
Thank you SPOH x"
- Ewa & Jake (11) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2023
"Lovely holiday and resort. Nearby town of Poreč is very nice. Enjoyed the trip there and particularly the boat excursion to Rovinj. Great to meet some other single parent families."
- Rachael & Alana (11) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2023
"My son (11) and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in Croatia. The hotel pool was just great and there were so many fun things to do around the hotel area . Its a perfect place to be if you like water activities. Our favourite trip was to the waterpark, 5 minutes in a taxi from the hotel. We would've happily stayed another week! The SPOH group all got on really well too, kids and adults alike. Lots of new friendships have been made."
- Lynn & Fin (11) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2022
"First time with SPOH with my 15 year old son. We went to Croatia and it was excellent - destination was beautiful and the hotel was on a private complex so it felt really safe for the children. There were great activities and a great bunch of children my son's age who all got on really well. It was lovely to have the other parents to hang out with at breakfast, dinner and during the activities. Would highly recommend."
- Fionnula & Caiden (15) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2022
"Yet another wonderful holiday with SPOH! Alice and I both had such a fantastic time with the other parents and children - plenty of fun and laughter, such a fabulous group of people. Thomas was a great host and the boat trip to see the dolphins, visit to the local town and day at the aqua park were great. If you are thinking of booking a holiday with SPOH, don't hesitate, you are guaranteed a great time!"
- Debbie & Alice (12) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2022
"Croatia is a stunning location; very green and picturesque. The coastline is quite rocky but beautiful terraces have been created with natural stone for you to sunbathe, snorkel or just swim from. The water is very clear and blue, making it very easy to see the fish. There is lots to do at the resort…..you can venture into Porec on the mini train or visit Rovinj via the fjords in a taxi or by boat.
We visited Porec at night, ate in an amazing restaurant, slightly out of town (suitable for all ages) and returned to the hotel by water taxi - wow! What an experience …very 007!
Our host Tomas was most charming and really great at organizing everything. We met some great people and made fabulous memories. "
- Dawn & Theo (10) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2022
"The hotel is located on a resort but you feel like it is the only hotel. There is a lovely harbour as you walk down from the hotel and this leads to a small forest and the waters edge. A must for some chill time, swimming in the beautiful sea or a lazy day on a hammock under a tree with a sea view. There is music in the hotel at night, which is nice and relaxing. Although it woke up on the Friday evening when Elvis appeared. I think Elvis was ready to leave the building after he had us doing the Choo Choo train to Viva Las Vegas!
The activities offered and arranged were outstanding. We had a great day at the water park – suitable for all ages.
Dolphin watching was made extra special with the excitement of the little ones aged 5 – 10. A great boat trip and snorkelling, although the children seemed to be enjoying the warm sea and jumping off the boat. We had the wonderful Thomas as our host and he was always close at hand and available to us all. He arranged at our request a meal out, which took us to a beach, which felt exclusive to the group. The children of all ages wandered, played and there was much laughter. The highlight of the night and my trip was the water taxi home in the dark. An experience definitely not to be missed."
- Dianne & Alex (15) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2022
"My 12 year old son said that it was the best holiday he had ever been on, and he's very hard to please, so for him to say that is really something special. We all had a blast. The kids had a ball playing with the other kids in the pool during the day, and in the hotel after dinner, and we all enjoyed going on the various activities and excursions. The parents had time to relax and chat and have a beer or read a book, while the kids were busy having fun with the other kids. We were all great friends by the end of the week. Lovely location, excellent hotel, and everything taken care of effortlessly by Sandra. There was nothing that I would change or could improve. Thanks for a brilliant holiday!"
- Nicky, Donagh (12) & Elsie (5) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2021
"Fantastic holiday with plenty of activities to keep us busy, plus ready made friends for the kids, would definitely recommend! Plus Sandra was an AWESOME host!"
- Paul, Oliver (10) & Noah (8) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2021
"Jamie and I had a fab week in Istria - would definitely recommend Istria as a great way to get a balance between rest and activities. Thank you SPoH x"
- Louise & Jamie (6) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2018
"We loved this holiday to Croatia. The girls made new friends and were happy playing and socialising throughout the week, which meant the adults could talk and relax. The mix of time for hotel pool and organised optional activities was just right, and catered for all. Sandra balanced her time as hostess, organiser, and socialite brilliantly (even taking one of us clubbing!) and looked after us all brilliantly. We all had a wonderful time and look forward to going on another single parents holiday soon. "
- Sarah, Ellie (12) & Abigail (7) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2018
"A really enjoyable holiday. The group were all amazing and friendly and we had such fun. My daughter bring an only child loved having all the other kids around. We had lots of laughter. "
- Alison & Alexandria (11) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2018
"It was our first summer holiday with SPOH and we had an amazing time! There was a broad range of well organised activities and Sandra and Jacob were exceptional at keeping the group informed with the arrangements. The website provided an accurate description of the holiday and we weren't disappointed. It was great to see the children of a wide age range had such fun together and we have very happy memories of a brilliant holiday :-) "
- Lea & Daniel (9) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2017
"My daughters and I had a really good time in Croatia, our host Sandra made all the efforts to make everyone comfortable and the holiday a great experience for everyone's taste, offering water sports, boat trips, cultural trips and many other attractions. The Laguna where the hotel is located is a very relaxing and beautiful place, and Istria offers plenty of things to see."
- Claudia, Marie (15) & Cristelle (13) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2017
"My daughter (12) and I have travelled a lot and she says that this was her best holiday ever! She met some lovely girls and boys which made the holiday - for both of us! Sandra very thoughtfully arranged everything. I enormously appreciated all the energy and thought Sandra and Jacob put into every day of our trip! A lot of work behind the scenes meant everything happened effortlessly and with a sense of fun, and it started from the minute we met at our holiday destination - our flight was delayed due to severe storms across Europe (followed by a full week of glorious sunshine!!). Jacob ensured that our transfers were on-point despite the very late arrival time and Sandra had done a fantastic job of organising savoury and sweet platters for all as soon as we got to the hotel - very thoughtful and enormously appreciated. We loved the chatter at breakfast and dinner - we met so many wonderful people. There was always a lot to do if one wanted to. We tried water skiing, the water park, para sailing, boat trips and pedalowing. Even the water taxi was fun! We also had lots of days relaxing by the pool, walking, and lingering in the sea. We felt genuine kindness, warmth and care from Sandra and Jacob, for every person on the trip, from the little ones right up to the parents with older children. "
- Hazel & Lauren (12)- single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2017
"Tom and I had a fabulous time in Croatia. We both made some new friends and I managed to get some 'me ' time in without worrying about Tom being entertained. Thanks to all at SPOH for being fantastic hosts and putting together such a brilliant holiday experience. "
- Andrea & Tom (12) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2017
"I went away with SPOH to Croatia with Lucas (9) and Lottie (5) for my first trip since the separation. Everything was made stress free from the very beginning, enquiries, booking and then arrival and during the stay. Sandra and Jacob at the resort were always on hand to answer questions, offer support and their organisation of trips and activities was second to none. The kids had the most amazing time and due to the set up immediately had friends to talk with and play and there were adults for me to talk to all the time.
I would certainly recommend a trip with SPOH to anyone. "
- Lee, Lucas (9) and Lottie (5) - single parent beach holiday to Croatia, August 2017
"I was quite nervous before going to Croatia but Sandra and Jacob were amazing hosts and it really was a stress free holiday and a lot of fun for us both. Beautiful location and a wonderful selection of activities on offer - but most important was the company and we came back having met some really lovely people. The only downside was how fast it all went!"
- Jess & Libbi (9) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2017
"Superbly organised holiday. Porec is beautiful – good hotel, shady beaches & the sea was so clear and warm. Sandra, our rep, was outstanding - friendly, helpful & nothing was too much trouble. She did a fantastic job suggesting & organizing activities to suit our group. We met some fantastic people. My 16 year old son made friends quickly so I hardly saw him for the duration of the holiday!
All in all another superb SPOH holiday, a perfect combination of activities & relaxation, I would definitely recommend. I can think of nothing negative except the week flew by and we had to come home!"
- Marina & Zak (16) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2016
"We had a fantastic week in Croatia - the kids made lots of new friends and I had a chance to properly relax! Our host Sandra was friendly and helpful and the week had just the right amount of activities, without feeling too hectic."
- Alicky, Ezra (9) & Jude (7) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2016
"Our best ever holiday, really didn't want to come home this time. Lots to do during the day but didn't feel we had to do all things with younger kids. Bars & clubs in the evening were awesome & we made some really great friends!"
- Joe & Jonny (both 17) - single parent beach holiday in Croatia, August 2016

Prices & Dates

Departing ReturningAdultsChild 1 (14 – 17)Child 1 (0 – 13)Child 2 under 14Availability
09/08/202516/08/2025£960£900£860£660Available, BOOK NOW
16/08/202523/08/2025£940£880£840£660Available, BOOK NOW

To check if you are eligible for our loyalty or early booking discount, please go to single parent discounts.

Please contact us if you wish to book extra nights at this hotel. Prices are available on request. Please note that the host will be at the hotel only for the duration of our advertised holiday dates.

Included in our price

  • Classic double or twin rooms for double occupancy and junior suites for triple occupancy, with ensuite bathroom, telephone, satellite TV, air conditioning, mini bar, hair dryer, safety deposit box, WiFi and private balcony or terrace
  • Half board accommodation including breakfast and dinner buffet and house wine, beer, fruit juices and water at dinner
  • Kids club for children aged 4 to 12 years
  • Use of hotel’s facilities (pools, fitness room and mini spa)
  • Hotel’s sports and animation programme for adults and teenagers: fitness classes, aqua aerobics, shows, discos, etc.
  • Sun beds and parasols by the pool and on the beach
  • WiFi
  • Taxi transfer to and from Pula airport
  • Services of a Single Parents on Holiday host during your holiday

NOT included in our price

  • Use of tennis courts and tennis lessons
  • Water sports:  windsurfing, banana boats, pedalo, wakeboarding, parasailing, etc.
  • Optional activities and excursions: boat trips, Motodron adventure park, aqua park, etc.
  • Flights: Fly from the airport that is most convenient for you

Flights

Book your own travel:

Book your own flight from any airport in the UK and Ireland. For this single parent beach holiday, we will arrange your taxi transfer from/to PULA AIRPORT and take you straight to your hotel where your host will welcome you. Your transfer is included in our price if you arrive/depart on the advertised holiday dates. Please note that you will share your airport transfer with other single parent families in our group if these arrive within 90 minutes of your arrival.

The transfer time from Pula airport to our hotel is approx. 45 minutes but can be longer in high season due to traffic.

Please check availability with us before booking your flights. If you need help finding flights, call us on 0333 370 3701.

Financial Protection

Our Financial Protection Insurance

Single Parents on Holiday Ltd. is a company committed to customer satisfaction and consumer financial protection. We are therefore pleased to announce that, at no extra cost to you, and in accordance with the “The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018” all passengers booking with Single Parents on Holiday Ltd. are fully insured for the initial deposit, and subsequently the balance of monies paid as detailed in your booking confirmation invoice. The policy will also include repatriation if required, arising from the cancellation or curtailment of your travel arrangements due to the insolvency of Single Parents on Holiday Ltd.

In the unlikely event of Insolvency of Single Parents On Holiday Ltd. please follow the steps set out on our insurance page.

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