The route from San Francisco to Seattle is an epic drive through redwood forests, wine valleys, mountains and some of the county’s most gorgeous coastline. You’ll cover three states, at least three national parks, and see sweeping coastal views and no end of charming towns. It’s one of the most spectacular road trips in the … Read more
Hawaii is the stuff of dreams – an out-of-the-way paradise, famous for its dramatic volcanic landscape, idyllic beaches, lush greenery and laidback lifestyle. It’s one of the most beautiful destinations on earth. If you’re planning a Hawaii family vacation, we’ve teamed up with expert bloggers to create an epic family bucket list of things to … Read more
What’s the best type of accommodation for staying with a baby? Some will swear by family hotels, others by self-catering apartments. We’ve tried them all, from baby-friendly hotels to Airbnbs and doing home exchanges around the world. They all have pros and cons, and the best will depend on what you’re looking for personally. Here … Read more
Travelling with a baby for the first time is somewhat nerve-wracking for even the most seasoned traveller. To be honest, I found every ‘first’ with a baby quite daunting! But, like with everything, practise makes it all easier, and often the anticipatory worry outweighs the reality of how it all goes. We’ve had some of … Read more
We’ve said it many times before, but we LOVE Portland. We feel at home there. It mostly comes down to the city’s creativity, evident through all its innovative food trucks, bold street art, liberal spirit and endless indy businesses. It’s a fun and inspiring place to explore. And it’s just as good for kids as … Read more
We love all sorts of family travel – from annual holidays in classic seaside towns to epic bucket list trips that broaden everyone’s horizons. For this post, we’re focussing on the latter. We’ve done many of these sorts of trips ourselves – I’m a big believer in a ‘carpe diem’ approach to life so try … Read more
There’s something I don’t talk about enough on Bridges and Balloons, and that’s Home Exchange. We’ve been doing home exchanges since way back in 2015, and it’s our favourite way to travel. It taps into the sharing economy we love and offers an authentic opportunity to truly live like a local – often in a … Read more
Is there anything better to do on a Sunday than going for a roast with friends? I love one at home, but sometimes going to a pub or restaurant is just the ticket for a lazy Sunday. And in Bristol, as with all things foodie in the city, we’re spoiled for choice. This list isn’t … Read more
I moved to Bristol in 2016 when our kids were but a dream. So my first posts on the city focused more on the grown-up offerings in Bristol. Now that dream’s alive and we have two little boys, I’ve become something of an expert on the best things to do in Bristol with kids. From … Read more
A guide to the best things to do in Chicago with kids, including plenty of Chicago family activities that adults will love as much as the kids. Is Chicago good for kids? Chicago is one of those places that seems to etch itself on a child’s mind. I think it’s partly due to the skyscrapers … Read more