WOW vacations and camps
Belgian Red Cross-Flanders organizes annual WOW camps and vacations for children and adults. We list it briefly.
WOW vacations
A fantastic experience for adults (ages 18 and up) with physical and/or mental disabilities, whether alone or in the company of a partner, caregiver, friend or family member. As a vacationer, you can enjoy a week of carefree 24/7 supervision by trained volunteers.
Enjoy a 100% accessible vacation, where you are completely free to choose which outings you want to participate in.
Stay in fantastic custom locations with all the amenities needed for an unforgettable vacation experience and the ultimate WOW feeling.
Are you coming? Great idea! Sign up
Registration for the 2026 WOW vacations is now closed.
We do not process registrations on a first-come, first-served basis, so everyone can take their time filling out the form. Once registration closes, we’ll start scheduling, and our system will randomly select participants. In February, you’ll find out if you’re one of the lucky ones or if you’re on the waiting list. Are you on the waiting list? Then there’s still a chance that a spot will open up.
Would you like to receive more information as a participant? Download our 2026 brochure below:
Frequently Asked Questions
What locations are available?
For the WOW vacations in 2026, we’ll be visiting three different locations. We prefer locations near water, because all of our destinations have a connection to water.
- Hotel Domein Polderwind in Zuienkerke
- Hotel Middelpunt in Middelkerke
- Water sports vacation with Sailwise on the Loosdrecht Lakes
What theme weeks are there?
During every vacation week, “unlimited fun” is our top priority! For some of these vacation weeks, the target audience has been further refined, or a specific theme is featured.
Each week of the vacation has a theme, which means that a number of themed activities are offered that you can participate in at your leisure:
- Creative Week
- Pampering Week
- Easter Week
- Music Week
- Animal World
- Nature Week
- Boundless
- Young and Awesome (ages 18 to 45)
- Summer Fever
- Traveling to ...
- Water sports
- Fall Week
- Winter Glow
How much does a vacation cost?
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Included |
Not included |
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Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, tea, and water throughout the day |
Transportation to and from the accommodation |
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Care and supervision throughout the entire week of the vacation, including during excursions. |
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages |
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Transportation for all outings organized by Belgian Red Cross-Flanders |
Medications, (medical) supplies, and incontinence supplies |
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Use of the accommodation's facilities. Includes wellness facilities at Polderwind and Middelpunt. Includes boats and similar equipment at Sailwise |
Physical therapy (about 50 euros per session) |
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Stay in a double room shared with a roommate. For water sports vacations, rooms are limited to a maximum of 4 people. Single rooms are not available at any location. |
Pocket money for field trips, souvenirs, or a gift for those at home… please bring at least 125 euros in cash. |
At what age can I go on a WOW vacation?
You must be at least 18 years old to participate in a WOW vacation.
How do I sign up for a vacation?
Registration for the 2026 WOW vacations is now closed.
You'll find out in February whether you've been selected or if you're on the waiting list. Are you on the waiting list? If so, there's still a chance that a spot will open up.
What if unforeseen circumstances prevent you from going on vacation after all?
Belgian Red Cross-Flanders not Belgian Red Cross-Flanders cancellation insurance. We recommend that you purchase travel or cancellation insurance directly from your insurance provider.
Do you need to cancel your vacation for medical reasons? Just send us a valid doctor’s note and we’ll refund you. Haven’t paid yet? In that case, we’ll also need a valid doctor’s note.
Are you canceling for non-medical reasons? We charge an administrative fee for cancellations made up to 60 days before departure. This fee is listed on the website. For cancellations made less than 60 days before departure, we will charge the full participation fee, so we recommend that you file a claim with your cancellation insurance.
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≥ 60 days |
≤ 60 days |
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Medical reasons |
€ 0 Requirement: a valid doctor's note |
€ 0 Requirement: a valid doctor's note |
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Non-medical reasons |
€ 50 Administrative fee |
Entry fee Tip: Get travel cancellation insurance |
How does transportation to and from the vacation destination work?
We assume that you will arrange your own transportation to and from the accommodation. If that is not possible, we have a solution: when you register, select the option for transportation arranged by Belgian Red Cross-Flanders. For a flat fee of 50 euros per person, we will provide a comfortable round-trip journey. Caregivers, partners, and others are also welcome to take advantage of this service.
Can I receive physical therapy while on vacation?
During your vacation, you can consult a local physical therapist. This physical therapist is not always available. Therefore, before you leave, please send an email or submit your medical forms to let us know what type of therapy you need, how often, and include a prescription from your doctor. Please note that each physical therapy session costs 50 euros, payable in cash.
Please note that some physical therapy sessions may conflict with activities or outings. Therefore, if treatment is not absolutely necessary during the vacation, we recommend scheduling it before departure or upon your return. We are unable to provide physical therapy during the water sports week.
Where do I sleep?
You will be staying in a double room shared with a roommate. For water sports vacations, rooms accommodate up to 4 people. Single rooms are not available at any location.
Can I smoke?
The accommodation and large parts of the grounds are smoke-free. Smoking is permitted in the designated areas.
What about meals during the vacation?
During the vacation, we’ll serve you delicious, healthy meals prepared with low fat and salt. Are you following a special diet or allergic to a certain food ingredient? Be sure to include this information in your registration and on the forms you submit at least 3 weeks before departure. During the water sports week, a volunteer will be cooking in a non-professional kitchen. In this setting, we have more limited ability to accommodate your dietary needs.
Can I bring my pet with me?
Pets are not allowed. However, guests who rely on a guide dog or service dog may bring them along. Only a limited number of dogs are permitted in the accommodations. Please contact us in advance to find out the best time to bring your dog on vacation.
Do you have a question?
Then emailwowvakanties@rodekruis.beor call 015 44 35 10.
WOW camps
Camps during the 2026 Easter and summer breaks for 160 children aged 7 to 14 (born between 2012 and 2019) from socially vulnerable families.
Each camp is led and supervised by enthusiastic volunteers, including lead counselors, counselors, a health and safety coordinator, and logistical support staff.
The volunteers make sure that all the children have fun, relax, and receive the attention they need.
Activities include running around, playing, field trips, and healthy meals for an unforgettable week full of fun.
Belgian Red Cross-Flanders this camp for €35 per child per week.
Can your child come with you to camp?
Registration for the 2026 WOW camps is now closed.
We do not process registrations on a first-come, first-served basis, so everyone can take their time filling out the form. Once registration closes, we begin scheduling, and our system randomly selects participants. We process registrations as quickly as possible. Are you on the waiting list? If so, there’s still a chance a spot will open up.
Would you like to receive some more information as a participant?
Do you have a question?
Then emailwowkampen@rodekruis.beor call 015 44 35 11.
WOW camps +
Let your children shine at WOW Camps+’s Easter and fall break camps! This unique experience is specially designed for enthusiastic children ages 7 to 14 (born between 2012 and 2019) with disabilities from socially vulnerable families.
Our camps are run by a team of wonderful volunteers, including dedicated nurses and caregivers, energetic activity leaders, and resourceful logistics heroes.
Here, a week is all about just being a kid: playing, feasting on delicious food and going on adventures.
Belgian Red Cross-Flanders this camp for €35 per child per week.
Can your child come with you to camp?
The Easter camp is fully booked. Registration for the fall camp is still open. You will automatically be placed on the waiting list.
We do not process registrations on a first-come, first-served basis, so everyone can take their time filling out the form. Once registration closes, we begin scheduling, and our system randomly selects participants. We process registrations as quickly as possible. We begin processing registrations for the fall camp in June. Are you on the waiting list? Then there’s still a chance that a spot will open up. Would you like to receive more information as a participant?
Do you have a question?
Then emailwowkampenplus@rodekruis.be or call 015 44 35 11.
