There is a moment on most family trips where someone — usually the smallest person at the table — says something that stops you completely. In Madeira, that moment happened over a plate of espada com banana at a rooftop table with the Atlantic spread out below us, when our seven-year-old announced that fish with …
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Thinking about taking the kids to Madeira? Here's everything we wish we'd known before our family trip to Portugal's beautiful island paradise—from weather and beaches to what to pack, how to get around, and the best things to do with children. When people think of family holidays in Portugal, the Algarve usually steals the spotlight. …
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Planning a family trip to Bilbao? This vibrant city in northern Spain combines world-class culture, outdoor adventures, incredible food, and easy day trips that make it one of Europe's most underrated family destinations. Whether you're travelling with toddlers, teenagers, or multiple generations, Bilbao offers a perfect blend of urban attractions and Basque Country experiences. In …
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Curaçao With Kids: Why This Caribbean Island Should Be on Every Family's Travel List When families start researching the perfect Caribbean getaway, destinations such as Aruba, Jamaica, and the Bahamas usually grab the headlines. But after spending time exploring Curaçao with kids, we discovered a destination that may actually be better suited to family travel. …
Travelling with children is a bit like organizing a military operation run by tiny, unpredictable generals. One minute they're happily building sandcastles, the next they're demanding snacks, ice cream, and a bathroom immediately. Fortunately, Cyprus is one of those rare destinations that seems almost designed for family travel. Warm seas, short transfer times, family-friendly resorts, …
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Discover volcanic landscapes, natural hot springs, and family-friendly outdoor adventures in one of Europe's most spectacular island destinations. The Azores Islands, an autonomous region of Portugal located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, are quickly becoming one of the best family travel destinations in Europe. With breathtaking nature, safe outdoor adventures, warm hospitality, and …
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When most people think about Mauritius, they picture white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, and luxury resorts. While all of those things certainly exist, some of our favourite family memories from Mauritius didn't happen on the beach at all. They happened around a table, at a street food stall, or while wandering through local markets discovering flavours …
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Planning a Costa Rica family vacation? If you're travelling to Costa Rica with kids, the country's incredible national parks should be at the top of your itinerary. From spotting monkeys swinging through the trees to watching sloths in the rainforest canopy, Costa Rica offers some of the best wildlife experiences in the world for families. …
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Costa Rica is well knows for its coffee and cacao farms. If you visit the country, especially in the higher altitude areas like La Fortuna or Monteverde, you will see lots of coffee and cacao tours on offer. They are definitely a great way to learn a bit of what makes Costa Rican coffee and …
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This is the first part of our one-month itinerary in Costa Rica. We included our recommendations for family friendly accommodations in Costa Rica as well as the main facilities available in each place. I marked the activities we did with our 2 year old miss and 6 year old mister, for some inspiration in case …
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A family with a serious case of wanderlust
A family with a serious case of wanderlust
A family with a serious case of wanderlust
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