Assorted Spanish tapas dishes including bread with ham and cheese, croquettes, olives, octopus, and a Basque burnt cheesecake with a slice served, accompanied by wine and a glass of juice on a wooden table

Bilbao with Kids: The Ultimate Family Travel Guide to Bilbao, Spain (2026)

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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Cyprus with Children: The Mediterranean Family Holiday That Might Surprise You

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 Bruges: Christmas Cheer in a Medieval Gem

https://youtu.be/6H368i4N6C0 Merry Christmas dear readers and thank you for your support! What better place to soak up the holiday atmosphere than medieval Bruges? The canals, churches and all the tasty chocolate are guaranteed to get any family in the holiday mood. The main reason for our visit was that Bruges was one of the few …

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🇵🇹 Road trip in Alentejo, Portugal – what to do in Beja and Badoca Safari Park

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=f424Qas4-FI After a few days in Evora, we headed deeper into Alentejo region, a part of Portugal that is relatively unknown to international tourists that flock to the Algarve. Beja is a medieval city and a great base to explore further afield. It is also very hot in Summer, with temperatures above 30 for large …

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10 things to do and see in Evora, Portugal 🇵🇹 – Perfect day trip from Lisbon

https://youtu.be/ZHcFtD_Ll5I Evora is located about 1h 30 min by car from Lisbon, in the heart of the Alentejo region. It is a popular destination for day trips from Lisbon. But if you can give it a couple of days, you will find lots of things to explore and some great Alentejo food to try. Our …

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What to see, do and eat in Lisbon with kids

Lisbon is one of our favourite destinations in South Europe, especially in Summer. Every time we visit Lisbon, we keep discovering new lovely spots and restaurants. Our latest trip from August took us to three sweeping viewpoints, some very relaxed squares and a Remodelado tram in our first 24 hours. If you are following the …

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A day in Bucharest with the kids – what to see in Romania’s capital

I spend part of my university years in Bucharest and was sure I knew everything about the city. But after taking a tour with the help of a kind and knowledgeable guide and with two kinds in tow, it seems that I did not know all that much really. During our 3h tour we found …

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Getaway to Normandy – best children friendly restaurants in Honfleur and how we failed to find the gardens of Etretat

Normady is a region that hides many lovely gems, often ignored by tourists that head up to Brittany and its lovely beaches. One of your first destinations here should be Mont-Saint-Michel, the world famous fortress surrounded by water (more about our visit here). The is also the region's star city, Deauville, a chic seaside destination …

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What to visit and where to eat with kids in Dubrovnik, Croatia- a 4 day guide

The end of May found us in Dubrovnik, Croatia. This was my second time in Croatia after a long weekend in Zagreb a couple of years back. However, it was the first time for the whole family in the Dalmatian city of Dubrovnik. It is a laid back part of the country and in enjoys …

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What to see, where to eat and how to get the most out of your time in Beijing, China

Beijing is, as expected, absolutely huge. It has the most extensive metro system in the world and that says it all. The metro will be your best (and very affordable) friend if you want to pack the main attractions within 5-6 days of reasonably paced sightseeing. You pay depending on the distance travelled and you …

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