Best non-touristy things to do in London 2023
Searching for some real non-touristy things to do in London? Here’s a Londoner’s guide to the best fun and…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 three travel experts, whose companies specialise in tailor-made trips, for their recommendations for family holidays in April. Here are their inspiring suggestions: from rest-and-revision in Lanzarote to beach and adventuring in Belize.
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 level walking and lovely views. Esther and family, ages ranging from teens to 80s, celebrated a wedding anniversary with a city break to Amsterdam
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 array of performers, workshops, talks and spectacles that make Port Eliot Festival unique.
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.