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.
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.
Schools are back, the mornings are chillier but that needn’t mean holidays are over. Autumn can be a lovely time of year for a family camping trip. Weekends away in the country, scrunching through leaves on woodland walks or catching a glowing sunset at the seaside are a brilliant antidote to term time stress. Here’s the ultimate family camping checklist to help you pack.