This weekend we celebrated Piper’s tenth birthday with an amazing meerkat feeding experience at Twycross Zoo. This wasn’t our original plan, she normally has a big party with friends and family which obviously wasn’t possible this year. Then we booked a trip to our favourite holiday home on the Llyn Peninsula but had to cancel at
One of my favourite things about North Cornwall is the food. Being on the coast there’s a huge focus on fresh and simple seafood. And of course an abundance of another – considerably more stodgy favourite – the Cornish pasty! As we travel with kids and a dog, the restaurants need to be both child
The city of love has so many brilliant activities on offer, it can be hard to know where to start your Parisien adventure with the kids. The obvious first stop is the imposing and iron laced Eiffel Tower. The new first floor has a transparent base 57m up from the ground offering some excellent views and really making you feel
North Cornwall is home to some of the best beaches in the whole of the UK. I’ve been visiting the area every year since I was 5 so have had plenty of time to discover the best beaches in North Cornwall. I have so many happy memories of rockpooling, discovering forgotten caves and learning to
What is the best thing about this destination? I’ve lived near Lichfield for around 5 years now and have found it a great place to explore with kids. It’s small enough to have a real community feel but large enough to have plenty to do, it has some brilliant schools, fabulous restaurants and great parks
France has long been a popular destination for family travellers, the ease of driving straight to your hotel, campsite or gite makes taking little ones that bit easier. The vibrant cities also offer plenty to keep everyone entertained and don’t forget the luxurious beaches of the south. You don’t have to travel far to experience the
For many people, London is a dining heaven. The wealth of restaurants, bistros, cafes and eateries spread around the city is endless. But when you’re out with the kids, settling on a place to eat and convincing them to try some of that “green stuff” on the plate seems like a real nightmare. Today’s children
Join me on a magical Treasure Trail through Lichfield. Right now our need to be outside, entertain the kids and pretend life is half normal is more important than ever. We’ve had 15 long weeks of attempting to homeschool whilst struggling to work from home, simultaneously checking the news or our preferred social media feed.
by Karen Quinn, Mar 05 2020 Much loved by backpackers looking for cheap deals, market shoppers looking for a steal and groups of friends making good use of the many bars, the Khao San road is one of the liveliest areas in Bangkok. But is it worth it (and safe) to visit with kids? I’d
Bangkok is a fantastic city to visit with kids, it’s colourful, spiritual and full of family friendly things to do. If you’re looking for a family friendly hotel, Bangkok has so many options. Back in 2015, my daughter and I stayed at the Anantara in Sathorn. We liked it so much, on our recent visit
Our European Hotel Reviews Europe can be tough for finding family friendly accommodation at affordable prices. The standards of America and Asia just don’t seem to add up. Don’t worry, they are out there, you just need to do a little research. Check out these family friendly hotels in all our favourite European countries. Family
A family trip to Vietnam is high on many people’s bucket lists. The food, people and natural environment mean there’s something to keep the whole family happy. Knowing where to start to plan your trip can be tough and it definitely takes a slightly different mind set to a regular package holiday. Don’t let that
by Karen Quinn, Feb 13 2020 The UNESCO town of Hoi An in central Vietnam is high on most people’s South East Asia bucket list but getting there takes a little bit of planning. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Hoi An doesn’t have an airport or station so you’ll likely arrive into Da Nang either
by Karen Quinn, Feb 10 2020 My Khe beach in Da Nang has been said to be one of the most beautiful in Vietnam. Forbes included Da Nang on their list of The 10 Most Beautiful Beach Destinations In Vietnam. My Khe beach is located right in the city making it easily accessible if you’re visiting this
by Karen Quinn, Feb 01 2020 The coastal town of Hoi An in central Vietnam is widely thought to be the prettiest in the whole of the country. Being much less crowded and laid back than the more popular cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh means you should definitely visit Hoi An with kids