We split our 2018 family summer holiday between the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. With warm summer weather and incredible beaches, both destinations were perfect for our little family. The Lizard…
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Tempted by the thought of empty beaches and a slower pace of life, this summer I dragged my extended family to one of Britain’s most remote but alluring destinations: the Isles of Scilly. We stayed…
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Taking a city break with children can be tricky. There are car-filled streets to contend with and there’s generally a lot of walking involved which not all children find appealing. However, I discovered last year…
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Crete in springtime has warm days and cool evenings. Roads wend their way through tiny villages and cling to mountainsides through deep gorges. Beaches are peaceful, spring flowers are plentiful, cultural sites are devoid of visitors.…
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Of all the castles I’ve visited in the UK, I’d say Bodiam Castle, set amid the idyllic East Sussex countryside, is one of the most evocative. Encircled by a wide moat, Bodiam Castle has towers…
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To many, Umbria in central Italy is a perfect holiday destination, brimming with natural beauty, incredible culture and superb cuisine. But can you visit Umbria with kids? Well, provided you balance out the culture with…
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Why visit York with kids? My family and I spent a few days in York last year. It rained, it was cold and one of my children suffered from a severe case of insomnia. Nevertheless,…
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If you’re looking for some fresh ideas for your family summer beach holiday, I’ve put together a few suggestions for you to mull over during the winter months. I spent many years as a travel…
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Easter is a great time of year to take a family holiday in southern Europe. It’s generally warm enough for playing at the beach (and even a quick dip in the sea) but cool enough…
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We spent a fantastic week in the Italian region of Le Marche with kids this summer, staying in a villa in the countryside not far from the beach resort of Grottammare. I love Le Marche, it is…
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