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We visit Mallorca/Majorca in August with our children to find out why it is so popular with families

Read our review of a beach hotel stay near Alcudia in Mallorca and a visit to the magnificent Caves of Drach The Spanish Balearic island of Mallorca (or Majorca*) was a favourite holiday destination for my family when I was growing up. I have hazy, happy memories of...

Brexit passport guide: Parents advised to check theirs and their children’s passports NOW

If you are planning a family holiday with your children to Europe, make sure you read our Brexit passport guide first Holidaymakers are being urged to check their passports to ensure they will not be stopped from entering any European countries in the event of a...

Family Holiday Reviews

We visit Mallorca/Majorca in August with our children to find out why it is so popular with families

Chocolate, Harry Potter, trains and Vikings – all the ingredients for a family trip to York

York with children - the City of Chocolate is rich in history, but will it prove a sweet treat for this family? Our children jumped up and down in excitement when we said we were going to York. When our daughter asked about the aeroplane and our son mentioned Home...

Portsmouth – we take our children back in time to explore the city’s naval history on a family holiday to the south coast of England

Read our review of a family break to Portsmouth where we try out some of the best attractions for children We’re standing on the top deck of Britain's most famous warship, looking out over a bustling harbour. Suddenly there’s a bang and my son is clutching his chest -...

Thomas the Tank Engine proves just the ticket for a boy’s birthday break at Drayton Manor hotel and theme park

We stay in a Thomas-themed hotel room before trying out Thomas Land at Drayton Manor Theme Park in Staffordshire I wake to find a giant Thomas the Tank Engine staring at me. Then my son's excited face pops up over the top. What a wonderful way for a boy to wake up on...

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Advice & Tips

Brexit passport guide: Parents advised to check theirs and their children’s passports NOW

Our 10 tips for visiting York with children

Learn from our mistakes! Read our advice for families before you head to York plus check out the best ways to get there *Plan your City Walls walk The medieval walls encircle the city of York. As they are elevated they are the best way to see the city and you can...

Flying with a baby or infant under two – our comprehensive guide will help you from the airport to the plane

Everything you need to make flying with a baby or child under two as easy as possible including our best airport and aeroplane tips. Taking a baby on a plane can be a daunting prospect for many parents. Fears they may cry throughout the flight are enough to put many...

The full guide to child car seats and transport options on a family holiday abroad

How do you keep your children safe while travelling abroad - we give you all the options It can be a major dilemma, you're heading abroad but what do you about car seats for your children? You could rent them, take your own or rely on taxis and public transport. We...

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Travel News

Families will soon be able to fly to the Lake District and Carlisle

Families will soon be able to travel more quickly to and from the popular Lake District and the rest of Cumbria Commercial passenger flights are to be run from Carlise Lake District Airport for the first time in over 25 years. From Thursday, July 4 (2019), there will...

English Heritage reveals its top Easter events across England for families to enjoy

What would your children like to do this Easter? Make plans with these ideas from English Heritage. English Heritage has unveiled a host of glorious treats for families to enjoy this Easter. Children can hunt for dragon eggs at more than 20 sites, explore the forts of...

A UK beach is hailed the best in the UK and 20th greatest in the world

Bournemouth beach is declared the UK's best for the second year running Bournemouth has been hailed the best in the UK, the sixth greatest in Europe as well as 20th in the world. It scooped the accolades in TripAdvisor's Travellers' Choice awards. Bournemouth has a...

Half-term upset for families as airline cancels all flights and goes into administration

Regional airline Flybmi goes into administration Flybmi has gone into administration and all flights have been cancelled - at the start of February half-term. Holidaymakers who have booked tickets have been told to contact their credit or debit card provider or...

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Transport – how to get there

Which airline has the cheapest seat selection for families? We compare them

Compare the cost of booking your seat on Ryanair, Easyjet, British Airways, Jet2 and the rest Let's be honest - paying to choose your seat is a tax on families. Business travellers and even couples are not as bothered about sitting together for flight, but when you...

Which budget airline is cheapest for taking a suitcase in the hold? We compare them

Check the prices of hold luggage from Ryanair, EasyJet, British Airways, Jet2 and the rest Hold luggage is the most expensive hidden cost on a low air fare ticket. Unlike business travellers and couples, most families need to take at least one suitcase in the hold to...

Flying with a baby or infant under two – our comprehensive guide will help you from the airport to the plane

Is Ryanair now family-friendly? We review a budget flight with our children

Read about our experience of flying with Ryanair for a family break Booking When Monarch collapsed a week before our holiday was due to start we had to rush to book alternative flights. The only option to our destination was Ryanair. At 6am in the morning I had to...

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UK days out

Jorvik Viking Centre in York – our review and tips

We take our children to Jorvik Viking Centre as part of a trip to York What is it? Jorvik Viking Centre is a recreation of life in York - or Jorvik as it was known then - when the Vikings were in charge nearly 1,000 years ago. It was re-opened following a major...

The National Railway Museum in York – our review and tops tips

What is it? The National Railway Museum houses the world's greatest collection of railway items. It includes dozens of famous trains from the last 200 years. Where is it? Near York Railway Station just outside the city walls, about a 15-minute walk from York Minster....

Chocolate factory fun – we review York’s Chocolate Story

York’s Chocolate Story – exploring the city’s rich history at this attraction What is it? York is known as the City of Chocolate. Kit Kat, Aero, Smarties, After Eight, Yorkie, Chocolate Orange and Black Magic were all created in York. York’s Chocolate Story is an...

York Castle Museum – read our review and top tips

We take our two children to this museum in the walled city of York What is it? York Castle Museum is dedicated to 400 years of York’s history with a recreated Victorian Street, the prison cells which held Dick Turpin and lots of exhibitions on everything from toys to...

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