Europe, UK

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

Europe, Family, Toddler

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

Europe, Toddler

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

Asia, Family, Tips, Toddler, Travelling with Kids

Top Five: Things to do in Ubud, Bali with kids

Ubud is a must if you’re visiting Bali. Just an hour from the airport, this bustling town is surrounded by lush green jungle and makes a fantastic base for exploring Bali. Here are our top five things to do in and from Ubud... 1. Explore ancient temples  There are countless temples scattered across Bali, with… Continue reading Top Five: Things to do in Ubud, Bali with kids

Family, Gear, Tips, Travelling with Kids

Children’s books to inspire little travellers

There are so many books out there for young children, it can be so difficult to find ones which inspire a sense of adventure. Here are my top four picks for little travellers... The Snail and the Whale, Julia Donaldson  And she gazed at the sky, the sea, the land, The waves and the caves and… Continue reading Children’s books to inspire little travellers

Baby, Family, Gear, Tips, Travelling with Kids

Flying with a baby: Five hand-luggage essentials 

Travelling light with a baby can be done! A select few items are all you need to breeze through short and long haul flights with your little one. Babies get a whole carry-on bag just for themselves on most airlines but there's no need to cram it full. Every baby is different, but from our… Continue reading Flying with a baby: Five hand-luggage essentials