Family break in Barcelona
Family break in Barcelona

Reviews of family-friendly short breaks

Whether you have tots or teens, family life is hectic and demanding, making short breaks a must. The ways in which you can have fun and relax together are endless, from city breaks in stunning locations all around the world to long weekends on farms where you can help take care of the animals and run wild in nature.

A Family Mountain-biking Break in La Clusaz, French Alps

France, Rhone Alpes
Rhonda discovers a charming Alpine playground with family-friendly mountain-biking trails and quirky bovine art.

A Beach Break with Kids in Essaouira, Morocco

Africa & Middle East, Morocco
Rhonda checks out the Atlantic port city with its kitesurfing, quad-biking, horse-riding and more.

A Desert Experience with Kids, Morocco

Africa & Middle East, Morocco, Marrakech
Rhonda finds a family-friendly oasis combining wilderness adventures with luxury touches.

A Marrakech City Break with Kids, Morocco

Africa & Middle East, Morocco, Marrakech
Rhonda finds out why the former imperial city is a great bet with teens.

A Outdoorsy Holiday at Les Villages Nature Paris, France

Europe, France, Ile de France, Marne-la-Vallée, Paris
We find out why the holiday village near Paris and Disneyland Paris is so good for immersing yourselves in nature.

A Family UK Camping Break at Wild Canvas, Bedfordshire

United Kingdom, England, Bedfordshire
Rhonda and teens escape into nature with wild swimming, yoga and more at a pop-up campsite with a festival vibe.

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A Berlin City Break with a Teen

Europe, Germany, Berlin
Rhonda and Ethan enjoy some post-GCSE bonding time exploring one of Europe’s most compelling cities.

A City, History and Beach Break in Naples, Pompeii and Procida, Italy

Europe, Italy, Campania, Naples
Rhonda and boys are intoxicated by the life-affirming Campania capital, the nearby archaeological sites and one of the islands in its bay.

A Family Break in Lincolnshire

United Kingdom, England, Lincolnshire
Rhonda and family discover the retro delights and big skies of this lost-in-time county.

A Family Glamping Break in the Lee Valley, Hertfordshire/Essex

United Kingdom, Essex, Hertfordshire
Rhonda and family learn to go with the flow in the 42km-long, riverbank Regional Park.

The Tenerife Carnival with Kids

Europe, Spain, Canaries, Tenerife
Rhonda discovers that the world’s second-biggest carnival has something for both adults and children.

A Family Break at Forest Holidays Cropton Cabins, North Yorkshire

Yorkshire
Rhonda and family venture into ‘Gruffalo’ territory.

A Family Break at The Bivouac, North Yorkshire

Yorkshire
Rhonda and family rate a sustainable venue in northern England.

30 Amazing Family Glamping Sites around the UK

Europe, United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Jersey, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Cornwall, Devon, Essex, Gloucestershire, Hampshire, New Forest, Kent, Lancashire, Norfolk, Staffordshire, Surrey, Sussex, Yorkshire, Scotland, Perthshire, Wales, Pembrokeshire
We round up the best places around the country offering 'camping for softies'...

Best Farmstays with Kids Around the UK

United Kingdom, England, The Cotswolds, Cornwall, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Isle of Wight, Lancashire, Wiltshire, Scotland, Wales
We round up our favourite family holiday venues where you’ll never hear the words: ‘Get off my land!’

Free Things to Do in Wales with Kids

Wales, Cardiff, Snowdonia, Cardiganshire, Gwyneth, Pembrokeshire
Nick tells us about family holiday options and excursions in Wales on a tight budget.

Top 10 Family Campsites in Wales

United Kingdom, Wales, Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire
We round up some of the best places to pitch a tent, to take your campervan or to go glamping in Wales.

Best Places for Surfing and Bodyboarding with Kids in the UK

United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Guernsey, England, Cornwall, Devon, Yorkshire, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Berwickshire, Wales, Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire
We look at the finest spots in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to take the family on a surfing break.

A Family Camping Break in Pembrokeshire, Wales 

United Kingdom, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Rhonda and crew seek out some blissful isolation – and some coasteering action – in a remote spot right on the coastal path.

A Extended-Family Camping Break in Weymouth, Dorset

United Kingdom, England, Dorset
Rhonda enjoys a budget getaway by the seaside with her family, parents and step-siblings.

Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking with Kids in the UK

United Kingdom, Channel Islands, England, Cornwall, Cumbria, Dorset, Manchester, Merseyside, Liverpool, Northumberland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales
We share the top spots to take to the water in England, Scotland and Wales, from lochs dotted with deserted islands to the open sea.

Best UK Walking and Hiking Destinations with Kids

United Kingdom, England, South East England, Cornwall, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, New Forest, Kent, Somerset, Suffolk, Sussex, Eastbourne, Yorkshire, Scotland, Wales, Snowdonia
We look at great walking and hiking spots in England, Scotland and Wales with kids of all ages, from tots in child-carriers to reluctant teens.

A Family Break on the Isle of Man

United Kingdom
Rhonda Carrier and family walk goats, brush up on their mountain-biking skills and spot seals on the British Crown dependency in the Irish Sea.

Best Places for Cycling and Mountain-biking in the UK with Kids

United Kingdom, England, South East England, Cornwall, Derbyshire, Dorset, Kent, Norfolk, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales
We round up the best places around the UK to take your kids cycling or mountain-biking, whether for a day out for a short break.

The Spookiest Sights in Edinburgh with Kids

Edinburgh
We find out why the Scottish capital is one of the best places to bring ghoulish-minded kids.

Best self-catering family holidays in Europe

Europe
Check out our hand-picked selection of great self-catering options across Europe.

Best UK self-catering family holidays

United Kingdom
Recommendations for UK self-catering family holidays.

Top 10 Free Days Out in Norfolk

Norfolk
Deborah and her crew scour the child-friendly destination for the best free family attractions, natural and cultural.

Best Experience and Activity Days for Families

Our favourite activity days for families, carefully chosen by us, for you.

Best Zoos and Wildlife Parks for Families

United Kingdom
Browse our favourite selection of Zoos and Wildlife parks to take the family.

Best Theme Parks for Families

United Kingdom
Enjoy our carefully chosen selection of the best thrill-seeking theme parks for the family

Best Museums and Arts for Families

United Kingdom
Browse our hand-picked selection of the best museums and arts for the whole family to enjoy.

Great Family Campsites in England

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Kent, Norfolk, Suffolk, Yorkshire
Our pick of the top places for a camping holiday with kids in Norfolk, Devon, Kent and elsewhere.

Best Holiday Parks for Families in the UK

United Kingdom
Browse our selection of the best holiday parks for families in the UK, crafted for your family.

Best Holiday Parks for Babies and Toddlers

Europe
Our favourite holiday parks for babes and toddlers, hand picked for you.

Best Luxury Family Holidays in Europe

Europe
Explore our selection of the best luxury family holiday in Europe - you deserve it!

Best UK Pet and Child Friendly Self-Catering Holidays

United Kingdom
Our carefully selected best pet- and child-friendly self-catering hotels in the UK.

Best Pet-and Child-Friendly Campsites and Holiday Parks

Europe
The very best pet-and-child-friendly resorts for the kids, and your families pet.

Best UK Baby- and Toddler-friendly Resorts

United Kingdom
Our range of the best UK baby and toddler friendly resorts in the UK.

Best Farmstay Family Holidays in Europe

Europe
Our favourite European farmstays for the family, carefully selected by the team.

Best Luxury Farmstay Family Holidays

The finest luxury farmstay family holidays, carefully tailored for the family.

Best Camping Holidays and Holiday Parks for Families with Teens

Active camping holidays for the families with older kids, carefully chosen by us, for you.

Best Camping Holidays for Families with Babies and Toddlers

Europe
The very best baby-and-toddler-friendly campsites tailored for the family.

Best Family Holidays with Golf Lessons

Explore our selection of the best family golfing holidays around the world.

Best Family Villas within Resorts

Europe
Enjoy our favourite self catering family villas within resorts

Best European Holidays and Breaks with Grandparents

Europe
Browse our range of European holidays and breaks to enjoy with all generaatons.

Best Theme Park Breaks

Europe
Explore our hand-picked selection of family-friendly theme parks to get everyone's heart pumping.

Best UK Seaside Short Family Breaks

United Kingdom
Our favourite short breaks for the family on the UK coast.

Best Family-Friendly Places to Stay with a Spa: UK

United Kingdom
Our favourite places to stay in the UK with a spa - you've earned it.

Family-Friendly Places to Stay with a Private Hot Tub

A selection of family friendly places to stay with a private hot tub.

Best UK Holidays and Breaks with Grandparents

United Kingdom
Our perspective on great places for a UK break with the kids and their grandparents

Top 20 Eco-friendly Places to Stay around the UK with Kids

United Kingdom, Channel Islands, England, County Durham, Devon, Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Herefordshire, Lincolnshire, London, Norfolk, Northumberland, Somerset, Suffolk, Yorkshire, Scotland, Edinburgh, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Rhonda rounds up our favourite sustainable and environmentally friendly family holidays and breaks around the UK.

A Peak District Family Break

Derbyshire
Rhonda and boys enjoy one of Derbyshire's family-friendly cycling trails from a welcoming youth hostel base.

Unusual Places to Stay in the UK with Kids

United Kingdom, England, Devon, Norfolk, Suffolk, Sussex, Yorkshire, Scotland, Wales
Our hand-picked recommendations for Britain’s quirkiest places to stay as a family for a UK short break.

13 Thrilling Places to Find Fossils and Dinosaur Remains

Egypt, North America, Canada, USA, Florida, United Kingdom, England, Dorset, Isle of Wight, London, Shropshire, Yorkshire, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Georgina digs deep to uncover the world’s most fertile fossil and dinosaur-bone hunting grounds.

Best UK Family Holiday Resorts with Kids Clubs

United Kingdom
A hand-picked selection of resorts in the UK offering childcare.

A Weekend Break at Efteling Theme Park, Netherlands

Europe
Conrad and 11-year-old Zac check out the new and old at the iconic attraction.

A Family Break on the Chatsworth Estate, Peak District

Derbyshire, Staffordshire
Rhonda and family take a winter warmer on the Chatsworth Estate.

Top 10 Family Beach Holidays in East Anglia and Kent

South East England, Kent, Norfolk, Suffolk
Emma gives the rundown on some of the UK's most family-friendly seaside resorts.

20 Eco-friendly Places to Stay with Kids in Mainland Europe

Europe, Central Bohemia, France, Normandy, Poitou Charentes, Rhone Alpes, Ardèche, Greece, Crete, Peloponnese, Italy, Italian Lakes, Puglia, Tuscany, Poland, Portugal, Algarve, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Ibiza, Sweden
Rhonda roots out the most tempting places for a green family holiday on the Continent.

17 Sensational Self-Catering Properties for Family Holidays in France

France, Aquitaine, Dordogne, Brittany, Languedoc-Roussillon, Normandy, Picardy, Poitou Charentes, Provence–Alpes–Côte d'Azur, Rhone Alpes, Haute Savoie, Avoriaz, Flaine
From luxurious villas to rustic gîtes – our hot picks for self-catering holidays with kids across the Channel.

A Family Holiday at Bluestone National Park Resort, Wales

United Kingdom, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Angelina and clan rate the Pembrokeshire holiday village.

8 Great Places to Celebrate the New Year with Kids

Sydney, Europe, Vienna, Spain, Andalucia, USA, New York, Dorset, London, Edinburgh
Rhonda checks out the best New Year events for families around the globe.

A Review of the Children's Spooky Underground Tour, Edinburgh

Edinburgh
Dea and family go underground in Scotland’s capital.

A Teen Trip to Iceland

Europe, Iceland
Our travel agent Julie's eldest children take their first solo holiday in and around Reykjavik.

'Living Like Locals' on a Barcelona City Break with Kids

Spain, Costa Brava, Barcelona
Rhonda and family assess the pros and cons of 'authentic' travel.

A Wild Camping Holiday with Kids in Scotland

Scotland
Andrew and his teenage kids taste the heady freedom of camping on the Isle of Skye

A Leeds Family City Break

Yorkshire
Guns and gore lure Rhonda and her boys to Yorkshire’s biggest city.

A Family Break at Les Villages Nature® Paris and Disneyland Paris

Europe, France, Ile de France, Marne-la-Vallée, Paris
We check out a great base for visiting the famous theme-park.

A UK Family Break in the National Forest, Derbyshire

Derbyshire
Rhonda and family discover the Rosliston Forestry Centre with its family-friendly cycle routes.

A Family Cruise Holiday in the Hebrides, Scotland

Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland
Rhonda sees wildlife galore and discovers sustainable communities on a family-friendly cruise around Skye and the Small Isles.

A Family Break at Parc Astérix, Northern France

France, Picardy
Rhonda and sons check out the new attractions at the iconic theme-park celebrating its 30th birthday.

A Parents’ Break at the Feversham Arms Hotel and Verbena Spa, North Yorkshire

Yorkshire
Rhonda Carrier checks out an award-winning retreat that’s perfect for a weekend with the kids – but preferably without!

A Kids' Session at Cucina Caldesi, London, and Other Family Cookery Classes

Jordan, Greece, Peloponnese, Ireland, County Kerry, Italy, Tuscany, United Kingdom, England, Cumbria, London, Oxfordshire, Yorkshire
A review of a kids' cookery class in London and round-up of other family cooking experiences in the UK and abroad.

An Edinburgh City Break with Kids

Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Edinburgh and the Lothians, Edinburgh
Dea and family revisit a much-loved city.

A Review of the Park Plaza Waterloo, London

United Kingdom, England, London
Rhonda checks out a family-friendly hotel with a pool, just a short stroll from the London Eye.

A Kids' Day Out at Elemental UK Beach Club, Cornwall

Cornwall
Rhonda Carrier waves her sons off on coastal adventures at Swanpool Beach in Falmouth.

A Family Break at Swinton Park, Yorkshire

Yorkshire
Rhonda discovers an oasis of family-friendly luxury – plus kids’ activities galore – in northern England.

A UK Family Break at Ripley Castle, Yorkshire

Yorkshire
Rhonda gives her son the chance to be king for a day.

A Family Break in Alderney, Channel Islands

Channel Islands
Rhonda and crew canoe over Roman ruins and sleep in a Victorian fort on the remote island of Alderney.

An October Half-term New York City Break with Kids

New York
Rhonda and family combine living like locals with being tourists in one of the world’s most exciting cities.

What to Do and Where to Stay in London this Christmas

London
Rhonda checks out unmissable festive events and the top accommodation in the British capital for 2018.

A Santa’s Lapland Christmas Holiday, Finland

Europe, Finland, Lapland
Rhonda and boys take a Twixmas break 200km north of the Arctic Circle.

A Family Break on Sark, Channel Islands

Channel Islands
Dea and kids find a magical spot for everything from coasteering to sheep-racing.

Top 10 Tips for Visiting Museums with Kids

Vienna, Brussels, Prague, Paris, Berlin, Dublin, Amsterdam, Barcelona, New York, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Brighton and Hove, Belfast, Edinburgh, Cardiff
Georgina looks at ways of making your family day out both cultural and fun.

10 Reasons to Take the Kids to Valencia, Spain

Europe, Spain
Rhonda shares her tips for a family break in Spain's third-largest city, including a day at the City of Arts and Sciences.

A Day Out in London at the Shard and HMS Belfast

London, United Kingdom, Istanbul
Eleven-year-old Dan Cook shares his experiences of two iconic sites in the British capital.

Top 10 Things to Do in Paris with Kids at Christmas

Europe, France, Paris
Rhonda shares her tips for a festive family break in the French capital.

A Family City Break in Lausanne, Switzerland

Switzerland
Rhonda reviews a new aquarium-vivarium and its on-site hotel in a charming setting on Lake Geneva.

5 Great Ideas for Christmas Family Holidays or Breaks

Caribbean, Turks and Caicos, Europe, Salzburg, Brussels, Denmark, Paris, Rhone Alpes, Lapland, New York, Cornwall, London
Inspiration for taking the kids away for the festive season, whether to visit Santa, hit the ski slopes or bask in the sunshine.

Top 15 Family Rail Journeys Around the World

Morocco, India, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Greece, Sicily, Turkey, Istanbul, Mexico, Peru, Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Scotland
Georgina scours the globe for the best family adventures by train.

Insider Tips for Family Breaks in Rome, Italy

Rome, Italy
Context Travel founder, mother and former Rome-dweller Lani Bevacqua shares her top family attractions for kids in the Italian capital.

Best Babymoons

Marrakech, Caribbean, Europe, Indian Ocean, United Kingdom
We round up the best places for a pre-baby getaway.

A Family Break at the Park Plaza County Hall, London

London
Rhonda checks out one of the capital's most family-friendly hotels.

Unusual Places to Stay in Europe with Kids

Europe, Austria, Finland, France, Paris, Pas de Calais, Ireland, Italy, Sicily, Lapland, Netherlands, Amsterdam, Norway, Romania, Spain, Sweden
Rhonda seeks out the quirkiest places to give your kids a Continental holiday they’ll never forget.

A Family Break at Sands Resort Hotel & Spa, Cornwall

Cornwall
Rhonda and family check into – and check out – the award-winning child-friendly hotel.

A Family Winter Break on the Llyn Peninsula, Wales

United Kingdom, Wales, Snowdonia
We appreciate the chance for some family time and beach fun on the Welsh coast.

A Family Ski Holiday in Saint-Sorlin-d’Arves, French Alps

France, Rhone Alpes, Savoie
Rhonda finds a great-value, child-friendly and very French resort with a short transfer time.

A Halloween Break at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, Surrey

South East England
Rhonda and family ride Vampire and rate the themepark's October half-term happenings.

A Mums’ Break in Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary
Rhonda checks out the city of spas.

A Family City Break at Jam Hotel, Brussels

Brussels
Rhonda and sons find a funky but family-friendly option perfect for a stay in the Belgian capital.

Top 6 Family Campervan Holidays in the UK

United Kingdom, England, Cumbria, Dorset, Kent, London, Norfolk, Shropshire, Scotland, Wales
Georgina picks out the best places around the country to explore by campervan with kids.

Our Favourite UK Luxury Hotels for Larger Families

United Kingdom, England, Devon, London, Wiltshire, Yorkshire
Tracey shares her top places to stay with rooms for five people or more.

A Family Break in Rotherhithe and Greenwich, London

London
Rhonda and kids find that it can pay to go a little off-the-beaten track during the school holidays.

A Family Holiday at Pierre & Vacances Port du Crouesty, Brittany

Brittany
Rhonda and family check out a family-friendly resort on the beautiful Morbihan coast.

Top 5 No-Bookings Family Campsites Around the UK

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, Cumbria, Scotland
The best sites that invite you and the kids to just pitch up, without reservations.

A Family Break at the Victoria Inn, Holkham Estate, Norfolk

Norfolk
Nick and family enjoy high days and holidays in a classic seaside hotel.

A Falconry Family Break at Ashford Castle, Ireland

Ireland
Dea and family have a memorable birds-of-prey encounter at a luxury hotel in County Mayo.

A Luxury Family Break at the Hotel Arts, Barcelona

Barcelona
Rhonda and crew see the Catalan capital from on high at the iconic beachfront property.

A Family Break at the Hôtel des Trois Hiboux, Parc Astérix, Picardy

Picardy
Rhonda enjoys a very Gallic themepark and hotel a short hop from Paris.

A Marseille City Break with Kids

Provence–Alpes–Côte d'Azur
Rhonda and family get a taste of France's oldest, and second-largest, city.

A Family Trip to See Wicked at the Apollo Victoria, London

London
Lucy and daughter fall under the spell of The Wizard of Oz prequel.

A Break with Baby at Hôtel Les Orangeries, Poitou-Charentes

Poitou Charentes
Rhonda and husband find the perfect place to celebrate a special anniversary with their son.

A Family Meal at Noma, Copenhagen

Denmark
Rhonda takes her 10-year-old to the then 'World's Best Restaurant'.

Top Valentine’s and Romantic Breaks with Kids

Prague, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence–Alpes–Côte d'Azur, Alpes Maritimes, Greece, Rhodes, Venice, Andalucia, Mauritius, Mexico, Berkshire, Cornwall
Places where you can combine quality family time with some 'us' time.

A Family Trip to Winter Wonderland, London

London
Rhonda and kids preview the British capital’s sparkling Christmas amusement park and market.

Top 10 Places to Meet Santa Around the World

Melbourne, Finland, Paris, Lapland, Sweden, New York, Birmingham, Berkshire, London, Yorkshire
We take a tour around the globe in search of the best places to meet Father Christmas.

18 Unmissable Theme-park Hotels around the World

Dubai, Asia, Japan, Europe, France, Ile de France, Marne-la-Vallée, Paris, Picardy, Italy, Italian Lakes, Spain, Costa Brava, USA, California, Southern California, Los Angeles, Florida, Orlando, United Kingdom, England, Berkshire, Staffordshire, Surrey
Rhonda takes a journey around the globe in search of the best places to stay at some of our favourite theme parks.

Andorra in Summertime: a Family Break

Andorra
Catherine and family find that there’s much more to Andorra than skiing and duty-free shopping.

A Family Break in the Sarthe, Northern France

Pays de la Loire
Catherine and crew stumble upon a secret corner of France far from the tourist hordes.

A Family Day Out on Old Hunstanton Beach, Norfolk

Norfolk
Lucy relives childhood beach trips with her family.

An Easter Break at the Bluestone National Park Resort, Pembrokeshire

United Kingdom, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Lucy and family rediscover the joys of the Welsh holiday village.

A Family Break at Metropolitan by COMO, London

London
Rhonda revisits a hip hangout from a parent’s perspective.

A Review of Surreal Landscapes at the Tate Liverpool

Liverpool
Rhonda welcomes a new season of playful, child-friendly exhibitions.

A Miami Stopover with Kids, Florida

USA, Florida
Rhonda and Zac enjoy a brief interlude in the hip city by the sea.

‘Spectre’ Locations to Visit with Wannabe James Bonds

Morocco, Austria, Rome, London
We travel round the world in the company of the world’s best-loved secret agent.

A Family Break at the Capital Hotel, London

London
Rhonda and boys experience the perfect blend of culture, fun… and bling.

A City Break with Kids in Reykjavík, Iceland

Iceland
Rhonda and family check out some of the family-friendly highlights of the Icelandic capital.

Top 10 Christmas and New Year UK City Breaks with Kids

United Kingdom, England, Warwickshire, Birmingham, Manchester, Hampshire, London, Liverpool, Yorkshire, Edinburgh
Rhonda looks at the best festive outings – and top family-friendly accommodation – around the country for 2016.

A Review of the Kimberly Hotel, New York City

New York
Rhonda and family enjoy the spacious offerings of – and spectacular views from – a boutique suite hotel in Manhattan.

Top 10 Things to See and Do in York

Yorkshire
Rhonda rounds up the city’s best days out, restaurants and accommodation options.

10 Cosiest Cottages for UK Winter Breaks with Kids

Europe, United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, Kent, Northumberland, Scotland, Highlands, Perthshire, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Our favourite child-friendly cottages around the UK, with log-burners, hot tubs and/or indoor swimming pools.

Amazing Places to Take the Kids at Christmas

Africa & Middle East, Dubai, Caribbean, Jamaica, Europe, Austria, Vienna, France, Ile de France, Paris, Ardeche, Lapland, Norway, Canaries, Tenerife, North America, USA, Florida, Orlando, New York, New York, United Kingdom, England, Buckinghamshire, Dorset, London, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Great ideas for festive family holidays or breaks, whether you head to the beach, the ski slopes or the snowy wilds, or to a sparkling city.

A Family Visit to the Little Museum of Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Dea and family find out things about Dublin – and about themselves.

A Guide to New York City on a Budget with Kids

New York
Cathy shares 10 free/wallet-friendly things to see and do in Gotham.

A Review of Kielder Water Lodges, Northumberland

Northumberland
We check out the family-friendly delights of the Kielder Lake region.

A Family Surfing Break in Guernsey, Channel Islands

United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Guernsey
Rhonda discovers a surprising family-friendly surfing destination within a short hop of the UK mainland.

A Short Break at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, Surrey

South East England
Rhonda and sons go out of Africa at the themepark, zoo and safari-themed hotel.

A Visit to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum, Athens

Greece
Rhonda Carrier and her nine-year-old son find one icon that more than lives up to expectations.

The Wilderness Festival with Kids

The Cotswolds
Rhonda watches as her sons go feral in the Wilderness.

A Family Break in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Dea and family check out some of the city's lesser-known museums.

A Review of the Machines de l’Ile, Nantes, Western France

Pays de la Loire
Rhonda and her boys get inspired by one of France’s quirkiest attractions.

A Family Break at Thorpe Park, Surrey

South East England, Surrey
Rhonda and her junior thrill-seeker Ethan rate the ‘up for it’ theme park.

A PGL Family Multi-Activity Holiday at Boreatton Park, Shropshire

Shropshire
Rhonda and family rate PGL’s flagship site.

A Family City Break in Arras, Northern France

Pas de Calais
Dea and family discover a short-break destination with a fascinating history.

A Christmas Family City Break in Copenhagen, Denmark

Denmark
Rhonda and family come over all festive in the Danish capital.

A Barcelona Family Break including a Camp Nou Stadium Visit

Barcelona
Rhonda and her footie-mad boys explore the legendary stadium.

A Family Break at the Wave Hotel, Butlins Bognor Regis, Sussex

Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Tracey relives childhood memories at the seaside classic, with her own kids in tow.

A Day Out at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Rhonda takes her kids to get arty in the Netherlands capital.

A Day Out on the RIB Herm Explorer, Guernsey

Channel Islands, Guernsey
Rhonda and crew set sail for some wildlife action in the Channel Islands.

A Review of Alton Towers Theme Park and Hotel

Staffordshire
Rhonda and family check out the new and the old at the UK’s biggest themepark

A Review of Yotel, Gatwick Airport

Sussex
Rhonda checks out a child-friendly capsule hotel at the UK's second-busiest airport.

A Family Break at One Aldwych, London

London
Rhonda charts a family love affair with the stylish Covent Garden hotel.

A City Break in Liverpool: The Beatles Story, Sapporo Teppanyaki and the Hope Street Hotel

Liverpool
Rhonda and her crew explore the homegrown and the exotic in the Merseyside city.

A Family Break at Hotel LEGOLAND, Billund, Denmark

Denmark
Dea and family enjoy a stay in the home of LEGO itself.

A Family Break at LEGOLAND Denmark

Denmark
Rhonda takes her LEGO-mad boys to the original themepark.

Europe Family Holidays: Tampere, Finland

Finland
Emma and daughter discover the land of Moomins and short winter days.

A Parents’ Break at the Soar Mill Cove Hotel, Devon

Devon
Rhonda makes a bid for freedom – and fitness – at a family-friendly Devon hotel.

A Family Break in Venice, Italy

Venice, Italy
Gracia and family take to the water in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities.

A Family Break at Winter Wonderland at Center Parcs Longleat Forest

Wiltshire
We check out the holiday village's Christmas offerings.

A Family Trip to Parc Astérix in Picardy, Northern France

Picardy
Georgina and son discover a slice of Gallic themepark heaven.

Flying with Kids: Best In-flight Products for Families

North America, Latin America, Indian Ocean, Bermuda, Australia & Pacific, Asia
From antibacterial products to moisturisers, Angelina sources the best products to keep all the family flying high.

A New York City Break with Kids

New York
Dea discovers that the Big Apple is not just an adults' playground.

A Family Break in Southport, Merseyside

Lancashire
Rhonda and family do like to be beside the seaside.

UK Family Breaks: A Liverpool City Break with Kids

Liverpool
Rhonda and family find out what’s new in the historic maritime city.

A UK Family Break at Loch Ness, Scotland

Scotland
Ben and family go Nessie-spotting.

A Family Break at Dolphinholme Farm (Feather Down), Lancashire

Lancashire
Rhonda and family experience the realities of life on a working goat farm.

A Family Cycling Break in Suffolk

Suffolk
Deborah and crew load up for family biking holiday

A Family Break at the Bedruthan Hotel & Spa, Cornwall

United Kingdom, England, Cornwall
Rhonda and son take to the waves with a surfing lesson at a family-friendly hotel on the Cornish coast.

A PGL Family Adventure Holiday, Torbay, Devon

Devon
Rhonda and clan sample an adrenaline-fuelled break at Barton Hall.

A Single-Parent City Break in Madrid, Spain

Madrid, Spain
Emily and son enjoy a Mediterranean break without a glimpse of the sea.

Fabulous Father's Day and Year-Round Dads’ Breaks

Europe, Cyprus, Denmark, Germany, Spain, Andalucia, Barcelona, United Kingdom, England, Devon, London, Shropshire, Suffolk, Sussex, Yorkshire, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Rhonda checks out the best solo and family breaks for fathers, for Father's Day or all year round.

A Review of Nickelodeonland, Pleasure Beach Blackpool

Lancashire, Blackpool
Rhonda and family try out rides old and new at the Lancashire themepark.

A Family Break at Forest Holidays Forest of Dean Cabins, Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire
Lily assesses the pros and cons of a weekend break in forest cabins with extended family.

A Family Glamping Holiday at Cuckoo Down Farm Yurts, Devon

Devon
Abigail and son head to Devon for a blast of bucolic bliss, Mongolian style.

A Harrogate Family Break

Yorkshire
Rhonda and family discover the Yorkshire spa town from a family perspective.

A Mums' Break at the River Cottage Cookery School, Devon

Dorset
Nicole and friend take time out from family life in the quest to become domestic goddesses.

Top 10 Mums' Breaks Without Children: UK and Abroad

India, Bali, Caribbean, Saint Lucia, France, Malta, Mallorca, Maldives, Leicestershire, Hampshire, New Forest, London, Surrey
Rhonda asks what mums really want, and where they can get it.

15 Unforgettable Mums' Breaks with Kids: UK

Latin America, United Kingdom, England, County Durham, Leicestershire, Berkshire, Cornwall, Cumbria, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Suffolk, Wiltshire, Worcestershire, Yorkshire, Perthshire, Wales, Pembrokeshire
Rhonda tracks down the best places to combine a little ‘me’ time with some family fun.

A Family Break at Center Parcs Whinfell Forest, Lake District

Cumbria
Rhonda rates a family holiday that doesn’t forget that parents need a break too.

A Christmas Family Break in Northumberland

Northumberland
Rhonda and family spend the festive season by the British seaside.

Top 5 Tips for Making the Most of a Trip to Walt Disney World Resort

USA, Florida, Orlando
Our advice for enjoying the world-famous themepark complex to the max.

Child-Friendly Beijing: Insider Tips to the Chinese Capital

China
Travel agency founder and father of three Peter Danford shares his tips for enjoying Beijing with children.

8 Ways to Make the Very Most of Your Center Parcs Break

Cumbria, Nottinghamshire, Suffolk, Wiltshire
A guide on how to make the most of your break

A Family Break in Paris, France

Paris
Rhonda and gang fall in love with Paris all over again.

A Family Trip to Florence, Italy, by Overnight Train

Italy, Tuscany
Rhonda and family take the slow route to Italy.

Family Travel: 10 Reasons to Take the Train with Your Family

Georgina finds many compelling reasons to let the train take the strain on family holidays.

Days out with Kids: Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco

San Francisco
Noelle and her crew go off the beaten track to learn about their city’s maritime heritage.

A Family Break at Eurocamp La Croix du Vieux Pont, Picardy

Picardy
Rhonda and family discover that there’s more to La Croix du Vieux Pont than location, location, location...

A Family Farmstay at La Ferme du Moncel (Feather Down), Normandy

Normandy
Rhonda and her city-kids go wild in the country.

Single-Parent Campervan Holidays with Kids

United Kingdom, France
Georgina and Arthur take to the road for some mum-and-son adventures.

UK Campervan Holidays with Kids

United Kingdom
Georgina gives the lowdown on family campervanning in the UK.

Separate Family Holidays in the UK

United Kingdom, Wiltshire
Annemarie makes the case for divide and rule when it comes to family breaks.

A Day Out at Mont Orgueil Castle, Jersey, Channel Islands

United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Jersey
Sarah and family discover the grand and mysterious Channel Islands sight.

10 Unmissable Museums with Kids in Mainland Europe

Europe, Belgium, Brussels, Finland, France, Paris, Greece, Italy, Rome, Netherlands, Amsterdam, Portugal, Lisbon, Spain, Switzerland
Georgina rounds up some of her favourite cultural venues on the Continent with kids.

8 Reasons to Take the Kids to New York this Christmas

New York
Georgina shares her tips for making the most of the Big Apple in all its festive finery.

A Dads' Break at Center Parcs Elveden Forest, Suffolk

Suffolk
Two Dads, Six Kids, 48 Fun-packed Hours…

Best Treehouses, Glamping & Unusual Camping Sites in Northern France

Brittany, Ile de France, Loire Valley, Normandy, Pays de la Loire, Picardy
Rhonda rounds up the top spots for luxury camping with your family in Normandy, Picardy, Brittany, the Loire, the Ile de France around Paris and Champagne-Ardenne.

Lost in France: A Mini-Break Gone Wrong

France
Georgina and her six-year-old son find unexpected inspiration in a succession of holiday disasters.

A Family Break at Eurocamp Domaine des Ormes, Brittany

Brittany
Rhonda and family experience the popular Breton campsite from different angles.

A Family City Break in Bruges, Belgium

Europe, Belgium
Tracey and kids discover that short breaks can be very tasty indeed.

An Istanbul City Break with Kids, Turkey

Istanbul, Turkey
Georgina and son find out what the fascinating Turkish city has to offer children.

An Amsterdam City Break with Kids

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, Europe
Rhonda and kids explore the family-friendly Dutch capital.

A Single-Parent City Break in Seville, Andalucia

Andalucia
The single mum and her teenage son get to grips with Spanish, tapas and flamenco in the Andalucian capital.

Family Holidays: From Finland, With Love

Finland
Tracey Davies and her son experience Finland

A Family Break at Hollings Hill Farm (Feather Down), Herefordshire

Herefordshire
Lucy takes her tots glamping on a dairy farm with Malvern Hills views.

A Family Weekend Break at Center Parcs Elveden Forest, Suffolk

Suffolk
Suzanne and her family enjoy a fun-filled self-catering getaway at the activity-packed holiday village.

A UK Family Break in Galloway, Scotland

Scotland
Rhonda and family enjoy log cabin life in Scotland's biggest forest park.

Free Family Activities in NYC

New York
How to do the Big Apple on a budget.

A Weekend Break at Woolley Grange Hotel, Wiltshire

Wiltshire
Outdoor swimming in January at a luxury family hotel.

Krakow: A delicious Poland family holiday

Krakov
Feasting on sausages and peirogi in Krakow.

Washington DC: A family sized break and menu

Washington, D.C.
Eating American classics in Washington DC.

A Tour of Somme Battlesites with Kids

Picardy
World War I history comes alive in northern France for Judy and son.

A Single-parent Spring Break in the Peak District

Derbyshire
Georgina and son head off on a self-catering break in the Peak District.

A Family Holiday in Connemara, County Galway

Ireland
Sarah and family discover glorious Irish beaches, animal attractions and a family-friendly hotel.

Dea Birkett's Eating with Kids: Self catering in Paris

Paris
Saving money on trip to the French capital.

A Family Break at Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire

Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Perthshire
Suzanne and kids enjoy some five-star family fun at the famous Scottish hotel.

A Family Tea with Madeline at The Carlyle Hotel, New York City

New York, New York, USA
Dea and family enjoy a heavenly high tea in the iconic Bemelmans Bar.

A Review of Splash Landings Hotel, Alton Towers

Staffordshire
Nick and family delight in an overnight stay at the Staffordshire themepark.

A Family Holiday in Transylvania, Romania

Romania
A daring dinner with a Transylvanian count.

A Break with Baby in Morecambe, Lancashire

Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Rhonda and husband rediscover the seaside resort with baby Zac.

Family breaks: Family camping in Suffolk

Suffolk
The best family campsites in Suffolk.

A Family Break in the Chilterns, Buckinghamshire

South East England, Buckinghamshire
Following the trail of Britain’s best-loved children’s writer and discovering other Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire attractions.

A Mother and Teacher’s Thoughts on Term-time Holidays

New Forest, Somerset, Sussex
Former primary school teacher Georgina and her son play hookie to take a campervan jaunt around Britain.

A Family Break at the Premier Inn Greenwich, London

London
Rhonda and boys find out why the budget chain is so popular with those travelling with kids.

A Family Day out at The Look Out Discovery Centre and Coral Reef, Berkshire

South East England
Swashbuckling forest adventures within easy reach of London.

Family Theme Breaks: Disneyland with Young Kids

Paris
Rhonda explores Disneyland Paris 30 years after her first Disney experience.

A Family Trip to Brussels Christmas Market, Belgium

Brussels
John sees the popular festive event through new eyes.