Best non-touristy things to do in London 2023

By Map & Family

June 30, 2019

Searching for some real non-touristy things to do in London? …

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26 Fun Things to do in Cascais Portugal: 2023 guide

By Map & Family

June 14, 2019

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…

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2 Days in London: your essential itinerary 2023

By Map & Family

May 22, 2019

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…

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Gaudi buildings Barcelona. The fabulous wavy roof and walls of Casa Mila against a blue sky. Copyright@2019mapandfamily.com

6 fun Gaudi buildings to see in Barcelona Spain

By Map & Family

March 9, 2019

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.…

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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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London Eye

Where to find the Best Views of London from Above on a Family Trip

By Map & Family

August 15, 2018

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…

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Top interrailing tips for teenagers planning a summer trip to Europe

By Map & Family

July 1, 2018

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…

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8 Things to Do in Vienna Austria on a Family holiday with Teens

By Map & Family

February 7, 2018

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…

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Where to go in April Guatamala

family holidays in April: where to go with teens

By Map & Family

January 19, 2018

The school Easter holidays are a great time to plan a family trip.  Everyone’s ready for some sunshine and teens need a break after a busy school term.  I asked…

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8 Things to do on a family holiday in Amsterdam with three generations

By Map & Family

January 12, 2018

A family holiday in Amsterdam is a great choice for a multi-generation trip. Just a short hop from London, there’s plenty to see and do in a compact area, with…

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10 Must-Dos at Port Eliot festival Cornwall with teens

By Map & Family

September 28, 2017

An arts festival combined with a camping weekend in the beautiful grounds of a Cornish stately home.  Yvonne and family braved inclement weather and made the most of the colourful…

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10 essential 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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