The Dolomites. A rugged and dramatic area of northern Italy with an abundance of lush forests, towering mountains and turquoise lakes. German and Austrian influences are all around with Bavarian style houses scattering the landscape and cowbells ringing out in the morning. Its the perfect natural playground for children of all ages to run wild.… Continue reading Dolomites, Italy with kids
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Fuerteventura, Canary Islands with kids
Rocky and other-worldly, Fuerteventura is a geological dream with a huge range of natural features for little explorers. We went off the beaten track to explore this beautiful island with our two young children. Situated off the west coast of Africa, Fuerteventura enjoys a warm climate year-round. Officially part of Spain, the main language is… Continue reading Fuerteventura, Canary Islands with kids
Brecon Beacons, Wales with kids
With it’s endless rugged hills and countless cascading waterfalls, the Brecon Beacons National Park is an idyllic location to reconnect with nature and let little explorers run wild. The Brecon Beacons had been calling us for years so we were thrilled to finally spend a long weekend camping in this gorgeous corner of the world.… Continue reading Brecon Beacons, Wales with kids
Kefalonia, Greece with children
Turquoise waters, rugged mountains and abundant beaches make Kefalonia an exciting place to explore with children. This beautiful Greek island is much more relaxed and quiet than its neighbours but that might be just what you’re looking for.
Christmas in Tallinn, Estonia with kids
Tallinn may not be ranked as the biggest European Christmas destinations, but it certainly ranks among the best. The authentic Christmas market, historical old town and state of the art museums make it a perfect destination to get your fill of Christmas magic with the kids. Tallinn makes a fabulous first impression with its dramatic… Continue reading Christmas in Tallinn, Estonia with kids
The Azores with Children
The Azores is a group of wild and rugged volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean. We stayed on the largest island of Sao Miguel and indulged in the natural beauty of the ‘green island’. If you enjoy being outdoors and exploring off the beaten track then the Azores are for you! We found the absence… Continue reading The Azores with Children
Camping in Bala, Wales with Kids
Our very first family camping trip took us to Wales. After much research we chose the gorgeous area of Bala, an historic market town in Snowdonia National Park. It was the perfect mix of adventure and comfort for our first attempt at family camping! CampsiteWe camped on the lakeside at Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping… Continue reading Camping in Bala, Wales with Kids
Budapest, Hungary with kids
Budapest is a beautiful city, dotted with historical buildings and great places to eat. The city is quite compact and easy to navigate on foot which makes it perfect to explore with kids! We stayed north of the city in The Danubius hotel (£100 per night) which sits on the river overlooking Margaret Island. It's… Continue reading Budapest, Hungary with kids
Bratislava, Slovakia with kids
Bratislava may not be on your list of places to visit yet, but Slovakia's capital has a lot to offer as a family friendly destination. From exploring the maze of cobbled streets in the old town, to taking in the views from the iconic castle, to sampling the very best Slovakian cuisine, there’s something for… Continue reading Bratislava, Slovakia with kids
Top Five: Things to do with kids in the French Riviera
France is a fantastic place to visit with children and the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) has a lot to offer. We headed to the South of France with our 16 month old toddler and found so many great things to do! Here are our Top Five…