Colditz Castle is the only prisoner of war (POW) camp I would consider visiting with kids. The status of the prison meant those held here were treated better than many of the other camps. You can visit Colditz Castle from Leipzig, Dresden or Berlin. Made famous by the movie “Escape from Colditz” the
Tropical Islands is huge indoor waterpark 50 km south of Berlin. With a perfect temperature of 26 °C/79 ° F all year round a visit to Tropical Islands makes the perfect day trip from Berlin or Dresden. A perfect spot for an overnight stay if you are craving…
Do you have dinosaur mad kids? There just seems to be something about dinosaurs that children love and you can see these fantastic beasts at the Natural History Museum in Berlin, Germany.
When planning our Florida Itinerary I knew I wanted it to be more than just a trip to Disney. But visiting Disney World in Orlando was also high on the list of things to do. Florida is so much more than just Disney and theme parks, it also…
For a place nicknamed “Sin City” Las Vegas is super family friendly. I was completely blown away by the concentration of attractions around the Las Vegas Strip that not only could you visit with kids but are also absolutely free! There are so many free and inexpensive things…
When you think of Las Vegas a family trip is probably not at the forefront of your mind. But wow there are a lot of family friendly things to do in Vegas. There are plenty of family friendly hotels right on the strip, Las Vegas is very budget…
You’ve been planning, saving and looking forward to this family vacation for months and the last thing you want is for you or your kids to get sick. Falling ill, suffering an accident or injury has the potential to ruin your holiday. I worked in Emergency departments, hospitals…
House swapping and home exchange is popping up on everyone’s radar at the moment. With cheap flights becoming more common there has never been a better time to explore the world. But where do you stay when you jet set into your next destination? Hotels are expensive and…
Whether you are looking for a standalone destination with year-round sun or a stopover between Europe, Australia, Asia or Africa a visit to Dubai, is a great choice. In the following post I’ll detail what you can see and do in Dubai whether you have a 24-hour stopover…
Sri Lanka is becoming more and more popular as a destination for family travellers . In Sri Lanka you don’t have to choose between adventure and relaxation. It is easy to combine a Sri Lanka safari holiday with a relaxing kid friendly beach vacation and create an unforgettable…
What better way to spend New Year’s Eve than glamping in Sri Lanka! Staying in a luxury safari camp has been on my travel wish list since we went to South Africa a few years ago, but with small children and an age limit of 12 at most…
You have a newborn! Congratulations! Welcome to the rollercoaster that is parenthood. Maybe you are still pregnant, and you are dreaming about your first trip with baby. Now you are wondering: What age can I take a baby on a plane? Is it safe to take a newborn…
Huelva tucked in the South-west corner of Spain has been called the “Secret Coast” by Huelva tourism, popular with nature lovers and foodies Huelva is otherwise not on the radar of most other holiday-makers. The lesser-known status, beaches, amazing food and natural parks is the appeal of Huelva,…
A Baltic cities cruise is a great way to see some of the diverse and beautiful Baltic Capitals. The cruise ship will only dock in each port for a limited amount of time so you want to hit the ground running, use these Baltic cruise excursions port guides…
The Canary Islands are the perfect destination for a family holiday. Whether you are travelling with kids or alone there are plenty of things to do in Lanzarote near Playa Blanca and around the compact Island. And Playa Blancahas regular Ferries to Fuerteventura meaning you have another one…
Are you planning a Tokyo family trip? Check out this blog post to make the most of your time in Tokyo with kids beyond Disney theme parks. Tokyo is the perfect city to visit with kids, clean, safe and easy to get around. A local love of cartoons…
SAKE TASTING JAPAN: ROPPONGI HILLS CRAFT SAKE WEEK IN TOKYO Want to go to one of the best Sake Tasting events in Japan? Head to the Roppongi Hills Craft Sake week in Tokyo. The Sake festival runs for a week each April. Right in Cherry Blossom season the…
Sitting on the River Elbe in the East of Germany between Berlin and Prague. Dresden makes a great place to visit as part of a multi-destination itinerary or as a stand-alone trip. At first glance, a city rich in history and museums brimming with ancient artefacts might…
Bergen is a picturesque coastal town in Norway. The central wharf area of Bergen is the inspiration for Frozen’s city of Arrandel. With it’s compact and walkable city centre and public transport Bergen is easy to explore. The mountains surrounding Bergen are home to Norway’s best family friendly…
Believe it or not winter is a great time to get outdoors and travel. Everyone needs to try these winter activities at least once, but be warned you might just fall in love with the season of snow and ice. Making memories shouldn’t just be for the…