7 places to visit in the Provence, Pays de Fayence – outdoor fun for the entire family

Pays de Fayence is the hinterland of the French riviera. This is where savy holidaymakers go to escape the crowds on the Cote d'Azure and enjoy the nature and laid back atmosphere of the Provence and its delicious food. You can still reach the Mediteranean Sea in about 45 minutes by car if you want …

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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 in Seychelles – Praslin, Mahe and La Digue

It's been 6 months since our Seychelles trip and we still haven't gotten over the nice beaches, relaxed atmosphere and beautiful nature. So here a quick snapshot of all the great places to visit on each of the three main islands. Check out the blog post below more details and some woderful restaurants to eat …

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What to do in Rotterdam with kids – one day city trip ideas

Rotterdam is an easy drive from two European capitals (1 h from Amsterdam and 1h30 from Brussels) and a major port in Northern Europe. If you or your kid have some interest in boats or ships, this is definitely the place to go for a day of fun and adventures. We started off early from …

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What to do and where to eat in Seville with kids

This was our second trip to Seville. Both husband and I were there pre- kids and had a first experience of the city. We decided to return and indulge a bit more in our love of Spanish food and moorish buildings. Arriving in Seville's small airport, you can grab a convenient bus to the city …

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A 10- day Oman itinerary for a family with a taste for adventure

We flew via London and landed in Muscat on Saturday early morning after a 8 h overnight flight . If you do go via London Heathrow International Airport , there is a pretty cool play area for toddlers and pre- schoolers at gate A3 in Terminal 5. Check it out if you have more than …

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A short escape in Ghent, Belgium – a stubborn city and an open air museum

Ghent is a short, one hour drive from Brussels and has plenty to keep you and the kids engagged for a day or a week- end.  Its pedestrian city center is the largest in Belgium which means more freedom to run around for the little ones. You'll have to watch out for the tram though, …

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A short escape in the Mediterranean South – Tunis during Ramadan

Last week, I took a short trip to the Mediterranean South. The main reason for the trip was work related but I did manage to squeeze a few hours for exploration. It is a fascinating place, with thousand year history that you will encounter at every step.   The first question I got was: Is …

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How we got lost in Marrakech, Morocco

Actually, it is not that difficult to get lost, particularly in the old part of town (Medina). Just to give you a bit of context, the Medina of Marrakech is big, around 4 kilometers in diameter in places. It can also be very confusing, with winding covered streets, narrow dead-end alleys, and hundreds of dusty side …

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