Packed with colour, culture and wonderful scenery, Vietnam is an intriguing and affordable destination that appeals to all ages. Ed and his friends spent 3 weeks in Vietnam in July. This post covers the first leg of their journey, with must-sees from a Halong bay day trip and 3 days in Hanoi to Phong Nha with its caves and treks. Read on for their Vietnam itinerary.
Searching for some real non-touristy things to do in London? Here’s a Londoner’s guide to the best fun and…
Beautiful Cascais on the Portuguese coast is just 40 minutes from Lisbon. Kings and aristocrats have holidayed here and it’s easy to see why. Read on for our guide to things to do in Cascais from beach-hopping to boat trips, cultural visits to kite-surfing. It’s a charming base for families or friends, for day trips to Sintra and Lisbon, for a golf break or a weekend away; check out our round up of hotels in Cascais too.
London is packed with culture and colour. This 2 day London itinerary will show you the most iconic landmarks with time to fit in shopping and relaxing too. It’s a local’s guide to the must-see sights and sounds of the UK’s capital city from marching bands at Buckingham Palace to world famous views. Read on for our essential 2 days in London guide.
You can’t visit the beautiful Spanish city of Barcelona without spotting the unique buildings of Antoni Gaudi. Colourful, curvaceous and creative they won’t fail to stop you in your tracks. Gaudi’s buildings are a highlight of any Barcelona itinerary so here are our five family favourites from a Gaudi tour of Barcelona with teens.
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 day city break, including important tips on buying museum tickets as well as best views, free things to do and affordable places to eat.
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 a great destination for a city break or as a base for exploring the stunning coastline of Campania. Here’s our Naples itinerary from ancient wonders to contemporary art, crafts, music, local food and the best day trips.
No visit to London is complete without taking in its iconic skyline and world famous views. But do you head up to the viewing platform at The Shard, the highest viewpoint in London, or opt for a bird’s eye view from the Sky Garden? These are our favourite places to enjoy the best views of London from above.
In households all over the UK teens are packing their bags for a summer travelling around Europe by train. Check they’re properly prepared with our ultimate interrail packing list. Don’t let them leave home without it!
When school exams are over many UK teens plan a summer trip with friends around Europe using an interrail train pass. It’s often their first holiday without family and is a great opportunity to explore before going to university or starting work. Here are our top tips for families whose teens will be interrailing this summer from how to plan your route, the pros and cons of interrail seat reservations and the best backpacks for interrail.
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. Whatever the weather there’s plenty to do on a family trip to Brighton from funfair games on the pier to beach and water sports, cycling, shopping or exploring its beautiful Regency squares and Pavilion. Brighton is a cool enough city to satisfy teenage visitors too. Read on for Tara’s tips for things to do in Brighton with teens.
Vibrant Vienna is packed with history, culture, green spaces and great places to eat. It’s easy to get around and perfect for a family weekend city break. Here are our top tips for things to do on a family trip to Vienna with teens.