I love the idea of travelling by train as a family. The last big train trip we did altogether was actually to the Alps on our last skiing holiday. We travelled from Ashford to the Alps by train and the children absolutely loved it. Despite having four children (which at the time included a baby […]
All-inclusive holidays – are they for you?
There is no right or wrong way to travel and enjoy your holiday, we all enjoy different types of holidays for different reasons. Also, we find that needs and likes and dislikes can change over time too, so what was once your ideal holiday might not always be. We all have our own ideas about […]
The perfect family villa in Orlando
Are you thinking about a trip to Orlando with the family? Can’t decide where to stay? Perhaps you’ve been trying to decide if you’d be better in a villa or one of the Disney hotels? As lovely as some of the hotels look, we always think holiday villa accommodation is better over staying in a […]
Travelling without your children: Absolutely? It depends? Or, no way on earth?
Travelling and holidays, something so many of us love and perhaps live for to an extent, but when children come along holidays take on a slightly different approach. There is no ‘holiday’ from parenting is there, so really we end up doing lots of the same things somewhere else. Despite this, I actually love family […]
*Guest Post*: Top 5 things to do with a family in Orlando (…that have nothing to do with theme parks)
Dawn Sabato is Marketing Coordinator for Contempo Vacation Homes and creator at comeseeorlando.com – here she shares some of her insider expert knowledge. On the Contempo Vacation Homes blog, we’ve been publishing a series of sample itineraries, based on themes such as adventure, sports, education, food, and much more. Everyone knows about the Orlando theme parks, and they […]
Health preparation for exotic travel
Keeping an eye on your health Preparation for exotic travel is the key to staying safe. Exotic travel can be a wonderful experience, and change your perspective on life. There are, however, often risks associated with travelling to far flung locales. Making sure you are aware of the particular risks involved with your destination, and […]
9 things to do in Sri Lanka with children
Have you ever thought about travelling to Sri Lanka? The former British colony is known for its fragrant tea and mesmerising scenery. However, do you know that the Sri Lanka is also a very family-friendly destination? There are plenty of things for the whole family to enjoy and learn together. Isn’t that what makes a […]
London with little ones
When you have very young children, travelling can feel like a daunting prospect. It doesn’t have to be if you’re well prepared and know exactly where you’re going. Of course, big cities like London are full of loud noises, lots of people bustling about, and difficult to navigate transport systems. Don’t let any of this […]