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5 adventurous family friendly destinations in Asia

By James Jayasundera on May 17, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Asia, China, Family Travel, India, Indonesia, Japan, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Seeking out a long-haul destination in Asia when travelling with children or families can be a daunting experience. Moving away from the well-trodden routes of Thailand villas and India’s Golden Triangle opens up a wealth of opportunities for bucket-list holidays that will be never be forgotten. We have spent many years travelling across the vast […]

Why Elounda is ideal for your next family vacation

By George Koletsos on May 15, 2019 in Europe, Family Travel, Greece, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Family vacations are typically difficult to plan, as the parents must think of all sorts of things that will make the vacation comfortable, fun and dare we say relaxing. Crete, as a destination, is a no-brainer when it comes to family vacations as it offers variety in hotel properties, fun experiences, the nature is completely […]

Short stay: Ansty Hall, Ansty, Near Coventry, UK

By Paul Johnson on May 14, 2019 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Situated in 8 acres of grounds in the rolling Warwickshire countryside, Macdonald Ansty Hall is a Grade II Listed Georgian mansion dating back to 1678. This was our second visit to this 62-bedroom Macdonald Hotels & Resorts hotel, having stayed a few years previously (click here for that review). The welcome We were warmly welcomed […]

Top 5 family ski hotels

By Craig Burton on Apr 11, 2019 in Accommodation, Austria, Colorado, Europe, Family Travel, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

When we go travelling with our families we want to know that all our desires and needs are catered for; from making sure the hotel has all the necessary facilities, to ski areas with slopes to suit everyone’s level of ability. Here is a list of five fantastic hotels perfect for skiing families. Club Med […]

Chile: a luxury, organic wine tour like no other

By Nina Hobson on Apr 02, 2019 in Attractions, Chile, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Visiting Chile? Put this luxury vineyard tour on your list. I’ve lived in Santiago for over a year, and I’ve only just got round to discovering one of the best wine experiences in the world. Letting it breathe Emiliana Organic Vineyards is located just 45 minutes from Santiago, yet it feels like a world away. In […]

7 reasons why Italy should be your next multi-generational holiday destination

By Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande on Mar 18, 2019 in Europe, Family Travel, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The world of tech might well be abuzz with excitement about 5G; but for those in the travel industry, the compelling trend is 3G. It’s the growing demand for destinations that cater for multi-Generational holidays; those travelling with the extended family. Increasingly, parents not only get away with their children but with uncles and aunts, […]

Special feature: Teal House, Lemmington Cottages, Near Alnwick, Northumberland, UK

By Paul Johnson on Feb 26, 2019 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

A pheasant scurries across the road as we turn into the drive towards Teal House, our home for a week’s holiday in the north-east of England. We are about five miles to the west of Alnwick, widely regarded as one of the top pheasant shooting locations in the UK, and the many pheasants we see […]

Your own UK luxury holiday home on a stunning, private estate

By Paul Johnson on Feb 15, 2019 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Real Estate, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Luxury bespoke homes on a private Somerset estate form a new development which offers the perfect lifestyle and getaway among an ancient landscape. Set around an idyllic mineral lake with man-made beaches, you’d be forgiven for thinking this quiet, woodland setting was miles from anywhere. Yet Cookswood is only 90 minutes from London Heathrow and […]

12 baby friendly honeymoon ideas

By Kim Robertson on Feb 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Greece, Honeymoons, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Mauritius, Middle East, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Travelling on honeymoon with a baby needn’t be daunting. With a little preparation and a few helpful extras, it can be stress-free, and a wonderfully memorable holiday. There’s nothing quite like seeing your little ones’ face light up as you dip their toes in the swimming pool. Or when you take them for their first […]

A Spring family holiday in Provence

By Su Stephens on Jan 20, 2019 in Europe, Family Travel, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

With the Christmas holidays finished and the children back to school you might be breathing a sigh of relief and looking forward to a little bit of downtime! Not for long however… the school holidays keep on coming with February half term just around the corner, quickly followed by Easter and then May half term! […]

7 ways to enjoy a luxurious multi-generational travel experience

By Paul Johnson on Oct 07, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Australia, California, Caribbean, Central America, Chile, Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, France, Greece, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Panama, Regions, Resorts, Road Travel, South America, Speciality Travel, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe, Wyoming

Have you ever been on a multi-generational vacation? If you’re unfamiliar with the term, these are holidays that can be enjoyed by grandparents, parents and children alike, and something that is not always easy to achieve. Finding a single travel experience that will keep a wide age range entertained can be a challenge, but here […]

Top 5 places in Southern Malawi for family activity holidays

By Kelly White on Sep 26, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Malawi, Regions, Speciality Travel

Malawi is a year-round safari destination that offers the best in bush and water fun for the whole family. ‘The Warm Heart of Africa’ is oriented towards families looking for an African holiday that is not necessarily tailored around cushioned comfort but also offers adventure, rustic charm and hospitality that is genuinely friendly. The slower […]

8 top tips for introducing small kids to skiing

By Nadine Robb on Sep 15, 2018 in Family Travel, Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel

A first time ski experience for kids is a big deal for all involved, especially because our primary objective is that our kids enjoy it as much as we do. In reality though it is not always smooth sailing and can require more patience or planning than anticipated. Here a 8 things that we can […]

Top 5 child-friendly safari properties in Botswana

By Julian Carter-Manning on Aug 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Exploring Africa’s wilderness is a huge adventure, no matter what your age. However, for children it is a truly magical experience and something they will never forget. A safari may not be the obvious choice of holiday for families with young children, but luxury safari properties are making it increasingly easy to include them in […]

6 of the best high altitude experiences at Keystone Resort outside of the Winter season

By Neil Wolkodoff on Aug 04, 2018 in Attractions, Colorado, Events, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

At 80 miles west of Denver, Keystone is either an easy destination to reach or not too far out of the way if part of other Rocky Mountain adventures. Keystone has morphed in a top-notch destination for summer and fall with a bevy of adult festivals, activities each day for children, and then activities the […]

Special feature: The Hayloft, Cumrew, Eden Valley, Cumbria, UK

By Paul Johnson on Jul 29, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Our latest trip was to the Eden Valley on the eastern side of Cumbria. Whilst many visitors to the county head for the Lake District, areas that are peripheral to the UK’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site are often overlooked. Those who venture further afield than the confines of the National Park are rewarded with […]

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