Annecy, often called the Venice of the Alps, is one of those magical destinations where you wonder why it isn’t more famous. Backed by the Alps and on the edge of the spectacular Lake Annecy, the colourful Savoie town is almost unbelievably picture perfect. It’s the epitome of a fairytale destination. We spent time there … Read more
France’s Atlantic coast is a land of surf, wineries, remote islands, picturesque vacation towns and elegant cities, which all make for an incredible road trip. We spent a few weeks, driving the coast and weaving inland for vineyards and time in the cities. It’s yet another part of France that wowed us From the Basque … Read more
France gives a lot when it comes to charm, but perhaps the most idyllic of all its regions is Provence and the Côte d’Azur. From the coastal towns of the French Riviera to its lavender fields, hilltop towns and the natural wonders of the Verdon Gorge and Calanque National Park, Provence is a road trip … Read more
A morning run through the vineyards, breakfast buffet on the terrace and a laidback pool day in the shadow of a wine chateau that looks straight from a Disney tale. Add a forest picnic, game of pétanque and evening BBQ, and you have a luxurious family holiday of dreams. Doesn’t it sound idyllic? We thought … Read more
It’s no secret round here that my mind is often a wrestle between the pragmatic and the spiritual (remember that time I threw myself into a new-age wellness whirlwind in Bali?). While my scepticism is in healthy shape, I ultimately like to believe in something bigger. And when it comes to Ujusansa, woo-woo as it … Read more
One of the best European family vacations we’ve ever been on was our trip to Trentino in Northern Italy. It’s exceptionally family-friendly and the perfect place to absorb yourself in nature, whatever your level of adventure. From easy bike rides to epic hikes, there are options for all ages and abilities – and simply being … Read more
Are you heading to Florida and looking for a way to do both the theme parks and get a taste of the wider Floridian life? This 2-week Florida itinerary is a way to satisfy everyone in your group, from the theme park lovers to the beach hounds to those who like a bit more culture … Read more
Magic Kingdom is the most iconic of the Disney parks – it’s what most people expect when they think of Disney. Home to the Cinderella Castle and Disney parade, it’s a place that kids dream of. And its enchanting lands, classic rides and beloved characters make for a magical trip. The park is designed with … Read more
We went to Universal Orlando thinking that the Islands of Adventure theme park would be our family favourite, but Universal Studios Florida turned out to be the one the kids loved the most – largely because of the Minions attractions. And now that the DreamWorks land has also opened, Universal Studios Florida may officially be … Read more
Universal’s Islands of Adventure has some of Universal Orlando’s best rides and while I think we preferred its sister park, Universal Studios Florida, it was still a big hit with the all of us. Seuss Landing is particularly great for little ones, and of course Hogsmeade for the Harry Potter fans, and the brilliant Camp … Read more