Is Malaysia a good destination for a family holiday? After spending 30 days travelling around the country with our children, we think it is one of the most rewarding family trips we've taken. Malaysia gave us an unusual combination of experiences in one trip: lively cities, incredible food, historic towns, tea plantations, tropical islands, beaches, …
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We spent 24 hours in Istanbul with our children aged 4 and 8 on the way from Brussels to Malaysia. From the Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern to a Bosphorus ferry and Turkish ice cream, here's what we managed to see — and whether we'd recommend an Istanbul stopover with kids.
From Tortuguero and Arenal to Monteverde, Sámara, Manuel Antonio and Corcovado — our family-tested route, favourite stops and lessons from a month on the road. Costa Rica had been on our family travel wish list for a while, and when we finally made it there, we decided not to rush. Instead of trying to squeeze …
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Planning a family trip to Jordan? Amman is more than just the place where you land before heading to Petra. Here’s our first-hand guide to visiting Amman with kids, including the best things to see, what to eat, where to stay and the practical questions families actually want answered. Amman is not a city that …
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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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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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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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A family with a serious case of wanderlust
A family with a serious case of wanderlust
A family with a serious case of wanderlust
