What a brilliant time we had on our Reykjavik city break, Iceland was everything we hoped for and more. The charming capital packs a punch with landmarks, museums and attractions aplenty with its proximity to wonders of the world and otherworldly lagoons making it a must-visit destination. In this Reykjavik travel guide, we’re sharing our itinerary (remarkable how much you can do on a short break!), the top places to visit and how you can make the most of a Nordic adventure.
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Mallorca (Majorca) has much to offer families with its clear turquoise waters, golden sandy beaches and dramatic scenery. As the largest of the Balearic Islands, this Mediterranean gem has a rich heritage with picturesque towns and rugged mountain ranges. Not forgetting the friendly islanders and delicious food on offer. Discover what makes Mallorca an ideal destination for families and the easiest way to plan a holiday there.
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Our family road trip to Switzerland was EPIC! We hiked to the most stunning lakes, took in the breathtaking scenery and felt like we were on top of the world. Not only that it was our first time camping (as a family) and the site we stayed at had the most spectacular mountain views whichever way we looked. Having breakfast while watching the mist rise from the peaks and the sun hit the valley was the best. But what about the journey there? It’s a few hundred kilometres from the UK so here’s how we managed driving to Switzerland with a child in tow.
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Visiting Mont-Saint-Michel is a must if you’re heading through northwest France. The magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site is perched on the top of a tidal island, with a gravity-defying abbey and spectacular bay. Discover how to get there, the best time to visit and what to see in this Mont-Saint-Michel travel guide.
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There are some incredible places to see in Northern Spain, largely untouched by tourism like its southern counterpart. We’ve embarked on road trips to the Cantabria, Asturias and Aragon regions – the scenery is spectacular. Green Spain has plenty for the family to do and is easily accessible from the UK. We’ve travelled by ferry from the UK with Brittany Ferries (to Santander and to Bilbao) with flights to both destinations and Zaragoza. We’d recommend driving from the UK, or at least hiring a car when you arrive in Spain, so you can make the most of your trip. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some of the best places to see in Northern Spain.
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Looking for things to do with kids in Paris? Its idyllic parks, architectural landmarks and historic museums make it an excellent city to explore with children. Just wandering around provides lots of opportunities to take in what this beautiful city has to offer and there’s more than enough to keep adventurous kids in Paris having fun. We’ve visited this great city many times and our daughter has relished her time there.
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Who doesn’t love a UK road trip? With dramatic scenery, rugged countryside and picturesque coastlines, the UK offers some of the best road trips in the world. From the North Coast 500, Causeway Coastal Route and The Cambrian Way to The Atlantic Highway, Jurrasic Coast and Coastal Way, we take a look at some of the UK’s most scenic journeys and what each offers.
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Last summer we embarked on our first family camping trip. We had no experience of pitching a tent, what we needed (over and above the obvious!) or what we might have to purchase. Thankfully we did a alot of research beforehand and much of what we took, other than food, borrowed or purchased on the cheap! Aside from our Vango tent (which we reviewed), we didn’t want to purchase much given we’d not camped as a family before.
Our campsite of choice was in Switzerland, we opted not to go local, so we took the Euroshuttle from Folkestone to Calais and drove through France to the Swiss Alps. While it was great having our own car and cramming it with our belongings (and enough food to feed a small army), we learnt the hard way that we didn’t actually need as much as we took. Here’s a list of our essentials which you can cherry-pick from to suit your needs. We’ll be packing lighter for our next camping trip that’s for sure!
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We love Italy and it really does have something for everyone. From Renaissance artwork and crumbling buildings to the most delicious cuisine, it’s a great destination for couples, groups and families alike. Here are just some of the places you really should have on your travel list.
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We relished our time in Switzerland and found plenty of family-friendly activities in the Valais region. During the summer months, there’s hiking, swimming and adventure parks on offer with the winter providing skiing, snow playgrounds and ice skating. More than enough to keep adventurous families occupied that’s for sure! Here’s a taste of the activities available in the Swiss Alps Valais region.
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