Holidays in Dorset will be perfect for families who need to spend some time stretched out by the coast. Enjoying plenty of sunshine, Dorset also has plenty of attractions like the Swanage Railway, Weymouth's Sea Life Centre, historic Corfe Castle and a fascinating Tank Museum. And the night life of Bournemouth is close to holiday cottages in Dorset as well, making it a great site for self-catering escapes.