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    Best Things to do in 3 Days in Florence: on a Budget

    By Map & Family

    November 13, 2018

    It’s one of the most famous and magical cities in Italy yet you can still enjoy Florence on a budget!  Here’s our guide to making the most of a 3…

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    Things to Do in Naples Italy: must-sees + day trips

    By Map & Family

    October 13, 2018

    Bustling, hustling, grimy and beautiful: Naples, Italy’s third largest city, brims with passion and energy. Neapolitan food and music are world famous but the city has many hidden treasures too. It’s…

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    Things to do in Brighton with teens. Visit Palace Pier

    Things to do in Brighton on a Family Weekend with Teenagers

    By Map & Family

    June 6, 2018

    often called London on Sea, Brighton in East Sussex on the south coast of England has also been voted one of the best city with beach destinations in the world.…

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    10 of the best things to do in Dubrovnik in June

    By Map & Family

    July 6, 2017

    Our essential things to do in Dubrovnik in June. Visit Croatia’s ancient seaside city for swimming, kayaking, island-hopping, exploring beaches and visiting the famous Game of Thrones sites.

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    Barcelona city break – tips on eating, sleeping and getting around for first time visitors

    By Map & Family

    September 30, 2016

    Barcelona is a great place for a weekend break: whether you’re looking for history and culture, sunshine or shops, sea and sand or fantastic food. Here are our tips on…

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    Best Things to do in Barcelona with teenagers: 2025

    By Map & Family

    September 23, 2016

    Everyone’s talking about Barcelona. Which means that even teens might be interested if you suggest a holiday there. We went for a long weekend and can confirm that like all…

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    Two days in Buenos Aires with Teenagers on a family trip to Argentina

    By Map & Family

    June 7, 2016

    The best of Buenos Aires, Argentina on a family visit with teens. Our top sights including colourful La Boca, an unexpected tango lesson, Sunday at San Telmo market and La…

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    Rome with Teenagers: Must-Sees and Top Things to Do

    By Map & Family

    April 19, 2016

    Planning an Italian city break to Rome with teens? Here are our tips for things to do in Rome in three days. Must-see sights from the Colosseum to the Sistine…

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    New York with Teens: eating, sleeping and getting about

    By Map & Family

    March 22, 2016

    Heading to New York with teenagers? Here’s our essential guide to where to eat, where to stay and getting around the city.

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    Things to do in New York with teens: Top 10 sights Part 2

    By Map & Family

    March 15, 2016

    Our top five must-see sights on a trip to New York with teens. Part 2 of our sightseeing guide includes Empire State building vs Top of the Rock for the…

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    NYC with teens: Statue of Liberty

    5 Days in New York with Teens: our Top 10 Sights part 1

    By Map & Family

    March 8, 2016

    Looking for the ideal family city break with teens?  We’d vote for the city that never sleeps! We spent 5 days in New York: sightseeing, flea market shopping and taking in…

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    Books and dvds to put you in the mood for a trip to Venice

    By Map & Family

    October 13, 2015

    The books and films set in Venice that will make you want to buy a flight straight away. Here’s what to read and watch before you go.

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