Wrap yourself in the exquisite beauty of Paris on this 4 days in Paris itinerary. Experience the spectacular Eiffel Tower from every angle, get up close and personal with an Impressionist masterpiece and eat all of the delectable sweet treats this fabulous city has to offer. For full European immersion, find all our Europe posts here. From Rome to Windsor Castle, Barcelona … [Read more...]
United Kingdom and Europe Travel Blog
The history, foods and cultures of Europe tempt us back again and again. My Europe travel blog is perfect for families keen to introduce their children to this incredible place.
Don't miss my guides to -
United Kingdom
France
Italy
Spain
Dubai (not in Europe but often a stopover on the way there)
Right royal fun in the State Rooms and Mews – Visiting Buckingham Palace for kids
Visiting Buckingham Palace for kids was so much more fun than I expected. In all David and my past visits to London we had never been there in the July to September period when the Buckingham Palace State Rooms are open. And to be honest I thought it might be a little dull. But, being the big fan of the Queen that I am, our trip to Buckingham Palace in London was an … [Read more...]
St Martin in the Fields church in Trafalgar Square | Tranquility in the heart of London
Take a blissful break in the iconic St Martin in the Fields church. This quiet oasis in Trafalgar Square is a must see in London. From the free lunchtime concerts and superb scones at the Cafe in the Crypt, to the magnificent architecture, admirable charity work, and the atmospheric crypt, this is the perfect place to escape the city crowds. Powered by GetYourGuide. Become … [Read more...]
Best things to do in Rome with kids | A one day introduction to the Eternal City
With spectacular sights jostling each other for prime position, Rome is a city of superstars. Around every corner is a headline act designed to grab your attention. We adore Rome and have visited several times, but we recently took the kids for the first time. We had a one day stop during our Disney Mediterranean cruise and the stars aligned for a beautifully memorable day. … [Read more...]
9 tips for an amazing Disneyland Paris day trip
Visiting Paris is wonderful, but in amongst all that French art, culture, food and language, make time for some rainbow-coloured, Disney-flavoured escapism. A Disneyland Paris day trip is the perfect way to let loose. Our day trip to Disneyland Paris (DLP) was a last minute decision. We hadn't planned on going, but there was a super cheap deal (GBP 32 or about AUD 55 pp) … [Read more...]
Best place to stay in Dubai – Atlantis The Palm & Aquaventure Waterpark
It's impossible not to be impressed by Atlantis The Palm in Dubai. Leave reality behind and step into this alternative universe of luxury, exquisite service and endless splashtastic fun at their Aquaventure Waterpark. It is definitely the best place to stay in Dubai. Especially for families! For us, a few days at Atlantis was the most heavenly end to an amazing trip. … [Read more...]
What to do in Barcelona for 3 days with kids
Barcelona is a very kid-friendly city with plenty of parks and beaches, wide footpaths for strollers and much of the beautifully historic Barri Gotic area is pedestrians only. When you are deciding what to do in Barcelona for 3 days, La Sagrada Familia must be at the top of your list. Because it is not just a famous church like so many others in Europe. This is where the … [Read more...]
Central and affordable hotel with family room Barcelona
If it wasn't for jet lag's 3am alarm, we would have slumbered blissfully in this fabulous kid-friendly Barcelona hotel. With a very reasonable price considering its amazing location, I think it's the best family room Barcelona has to offer - Petit Palace Boqueria Garden - click to check prices. After prioritising a central location in the Barri Gotic, or Gothic Quarter, my … [Read more...]
Fun things to do in Windsor for kids
The recent wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was the perfect opportunity to get a glimpse of historic and picturesque Windsor in the U.K. And with the sun shining and love in the air, didn't it look wonderful! But this is not just a town for royalty, there is so much to offer in Windsor for kids. From the brilliant family audio guide that captures the kids' interest … [Read more...]
9 reasons to take your kids to Barcelona
Let me introduce you to Christine. This beautiful woman blogs at Adventure, Baby!, where I particularly love the travel guides that she has written for New York, Singapore, Barcelona and London - all with families in mind. So useful! Plenty of good stuff about entertaining the kids in Sydney too. Particularly if they're partial to ice-cream or nutella donuts! Mmmm yummy! Spain … [Read more...]
