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Madeira for Families: A Jet2 Holiday Review

Madeira for families is an advertisement feature written in collaboration with Jet2 but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Have you heard of Madeira? Before our recent holiday with Jet2, we really didn’t know much about this island. The more research we did about this Portuguese destination, the more excited we became about our…

Helping Your Children Become Enthused & Excited About Your Holiday

Helping Your Children Become Enthused & Excited About Your Holiday

For many kids, holidays are a fun time. Many people hold fond memories of traveling to different locations with their parents or guardians during their childhood, and often, it didn’t take that much to inspire us. Yet it’s also true that midway through a holiday, the wear and tear of travel and perhaps attending to…

Baby On Board: Things Parents Should Do to Make Travel Easier

Baby On Board: Things Parents Should Do to Make Travel Easier

The idea of travelling with a young baby is intimidating. To tell the truth, new parents are reluctant to walk around the block for the first time with their little one. They worry they don’t know what to do. The fear of making a mistake can be overwhelming. The result is that the baby stays…

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How to Prepare for a Family Road Trip

The public shift from international holidays to the ‘staycation’ has been well-documented over the past few years. First, the covid pandemic saw us unable to travel abroad – but this year, chaos at the airports coupled with tightened purse strings across the nation have led families fully embracing the domestic holiday. And a good thing,…

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7 Fantastic Travel Toys for Long Car Rides with the Kids

When you are planning a long road trip, one important consideration is keeping the children entertained for hours on end while you travel to your destination. There is nothing more boring for children than featureless hours stuck in the back of a car or campervan – and little more boring for adults than endless grumbling…

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Traveling Without Your Kids: Why It’s Good for You and How to Plan It

Once you become a parent and dedicate yourself to parenthood, your whole life does a 180-degree turn. You’re no longer free to do as you please; there’s rarely room for spontaneity or recklessness. At the very beginning, it might even prove challenging to grab a coffee with your best friend. However, while it’s very easy…

10 Features to Look Out for When Booking a Hotel for a Disabled Child

10 Features to Look Out for When Booking a Hotel for a Disabled Child

Going away on holiday is meant to be an enjoyable experience, but for children with a disability, it can often be a frustrating experience if the accommodation isn’t accessible. So, what should you look out for? Collaborative post with affiliate links Taking a holiday with children is sometimes pretty stressful, and this can be even…

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10 Essential Items to Take on Your First Single-Parent Holiday

Taking the kids on holiday alone can be an exciting yet daunting prospect, but nothing you can’t tackle with a little preparation… Following a separation, many men and women worry about going abroad alone with their children. They may wonder if they’ll be able to live up to their children’s previous experiences of a fun-filled…

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Simple Lessons to Teach your Child on your next Camping Trip

Family vacations and camping trips can make amazing learning opportunities for children. When you take your child camping you open them up to a chance to communicate and build a relationship as a family but the learning doesn’t end there. Camping offers several great learning opportunities that you can use to make the most of…

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5 Alternative European Family Summer Holidays to Look Forward To

Collaborative Post    A perfect destination needs to tick every box, including sun, sand, sea, and entertainment. Undoubtedly, for the best summer holidays, Europe has everything from beaches to mountains, various outdoor activities, adventures, and beautiful cities.  It is full of vibrant sights, magnificent scenery, and astonishing attractions that offer activities for people of all…