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Learning Escapes is a family travel blog dedicated to parents who, like us, believe holidays are the best opportunity to spend quality time with their kids. Browse our menu for destination ideas, how-to guides and reviews. Happy travels! Marta (mum), Phil (dad), Mr M and Little Ms E.
Kids looking out towards Manhattan from the top of the Empire State Building new York City

Best cities to visit with kids: 25 fabulous world city trips for families

in Family Travel on 02/17/21

25 awesome world cities to visit with kids: city vacation ideas for families perfect for kids of all ages and the resources to plan the perfect city trip with kids I have always loved big cities and my desire didn’t fade when we had kids. I loved the idea of strolling around a city with my little ones, savoring what… View Post

Our bike with trailer when we went cycling in Yosemite National Park

Fantastic vacation destinations for outdoorsy families

in Family Travel, North America Travel on 02/16/21

An inspiring selection of vacation destinations for outdoorsy families: wonderful active holiday ideas for families with kids of all ages. Do your kids love hiking, snorkeling, swimming, ziplinging and basically any and all activitieis that get them to be active outdoors? Then, when planning a family vacation, you need a destination that caters to their needs!  These are some fun… View Post

road in Australia with kangaroo crossing sign

15 Epic family road trip ideas: best road trips with kids for 2021

in Family Travel on 12/22/20

Epic family road trip ideas: best road tips with kids in Europe, the US and beyond for a family road trip to remember. Family road trips are my favorite type of family vacation and 2021 promised be a particularly good year for them. Local regulations permitting, road tips are a great way to avoid crowds, reach off the beaten path… View Post

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Best family vacation destinations- travel ideas you will love

in Family Travel on 12/20/19

Best family vacation destinations in the world: a roundup of the best vacation spots for families and best family holiday ideas for 2020.

Amsterdam best European city to visit with kids

Best European cities to visit with kids

in Family Travel on 12/19/19

The best European cities to visit with kids: a handpicked selection of the most family-friendly cities to add to your Europe itinerary.

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10 Baby travel essentials + best baby travel gear for 2021

in Buying Guides on 10/03/19

Must have items for traveling with baby and baby travel essentials worth buying. What do you really need for traveling with baby? Expert guide to baby travel gear

Ireland travel itinerary

The best Ireland itinerary for 7, 10 days or 2 weeks in Ireland | 2020 update

in Destinations on 09/24/19

Ireland itinerary ideas to help you plan a trip to Ireland. Ireland road trip ideas for 7, 10 days and 2 weeks in Ireland by a local

The most picturesque places to visit in Italy – region by region Italy bucket list

in Destinations on 09/05/19

Ultimate Italy bucket list! Over 100 best places to visit in Italy and Italy bucket list experiences for your next Italian vacation

Italy packing list to be comfortable and stylish in all seasons

in Packing on 06/25/19

Creating a packing list for Italy can be a daunting task. Over 1000 Km long, and with a huge variety of places to see, Italy has a varied climate ranging from high mountains, to coastal areas and urban centers. It knows 4 different seasons, it requires the visitors to do a lot of walking and it is known for being… View Post

Italy with kids: all you need to know to plan a family trip to Italy.

in Family Travel on 05/13/19

Expert guide to help you plan your first family trip to Italy with kids. Practical tips for traveling to Italy with kids, best kid-friendly places in Italy and need to know for a perfect family vacation in Italy. If you are planning a family trip to Italy with kids in tow, let me tell you: you are in for a… View Post

strollers of different types

Best travel strollers for Europe

in Buying Guides on 11/24/18

Our buying guide on how to choose the best lightweight stroller for travel in Europe and tackle those charming (and bumpy) cobbled streets! What to look for when choosing a pushchair for cobblestones, must-have travel stroller specs and the best travel strollers for Europe for 2020 One of the questions that I receive more often, from readers who love to… View Post

Our selection of the best travel shoes for Italy yo stay comfortable on the cobblestones

The best shoes for Italy to travel in comfort and style

in Packing on 11/15/18

Deciding what type of shoes to pack for any trip is a bit of a nightmare. Shoes are bulky, often heavy and, if you pack the wrong ones, they are a waste of space at best and a cause of sore feet at worse. Packing travel shoes for Italy is ever harder: famous for fashion, Italy makes you want to… View Post

the Grand canyon as seen from the South rim at Mather Point

How to see the Grand Canyon in one day: itinerary and tips

in Destinations, North America Travel on 10/18/18

All you need to know visit the Grand Canyon in one day: travel guide. Updated Nov. 2020 Can you visit a natural wonder such as the Grand Canyon in one day? Is it worth the long drive if you only have limited time and if so: what is the best way to visit the Grand Canyon in one day only?… View Post

church on green slope in Iceland with text: Iceland packing list for summer

What to wear in Iceland in summer: Iceland packing list

in Packing on 04/03/21

Full, printable Iceland packing list for summer. Learn what to wear in Iceland in summer to be comfortable and ready for all your Iceland adventures, whatever the weather. If you are scratching your head about what to pack for Iceland in summer, I hear you!  Iceland has very changeable weather and it also has a large variety of activities that… View Post

mountains in Kodachrome basin with road in foreground

Visiting Kodachrome Basin State Park with kids: all you need to know

in Family Travel, North America Travel on 03/31/21

Our tips to enjoy Kodachrome Basin State Park with kids: how to get there, what to expect,kid-friendly trails, practical tips for a family visit.

girl wearing her pink rash guard playing with beach toys and pebbles

How to pick a kids rash vest + best rash guards for toddlers and kids 2021

in Buying Guides on 03/30/21

Do you need a kids’ rash vest? Why we recommend a rash guard for kids as a beach essential for families, how to pick one, best rash guards for kids you can buy online right now. Dreaming of long days on the beach, with your kids blissfully playing in the sand and splashing in water? Me too, however, I can… View Post

kid watching Bryce canyon from hiking trail

15 fantastic family hiking spots in the US for an active vacation with the kids

in Family Travel on 03/29/21

15 fantastic family hiking vacation ideas in the US: where are good places to go hiking with the kids in the US? We got researching and have compiles a list of great family hiking spots in the US: in National Parks or in other beautiful natural areas, these are some great hiking spots on the mountains or the desert, that… View Post

View of Zion canyon with Virgin River and mountains peak in the background

Interesting and fun facts about Zion National park for kids and curious adults

in Fun and interesting facts for kids on 03/28/21

Learn interesting and fun facts about Zion National Park. Find answers to all your questions about Zion National Park in this list of Zion facts for kids and curious adults. Zion National Park is one of the most famous parks in the USA. It regularly features as one of the best vacation destinations for outdoorsy families and one of the… View Post

manual portable breast pump with baby bottles

Picking the best portable breast pump for travel + best buys for 2021

in Buying Guides on 03/26/21

A handy guide to picking the best portable breast pump for travel + best buys. Manual and electric breast pumps for moms on the go. If you are into the habit of expressing but are thinking of planning a vacation, you may worry being on the go can cause disruptions into this habit. If this is the case, I hear… View Post

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How to pick the best beach cooler for families in 2021 + best buys

in Buying Guides on 03/26/21

Our selection of some of the best beach coolers for families to help you find the best beach cooler for sand and the best rolling cooler for beach days and vacations. A beach cooler is a great piece of beach gear. It keeps your beach snacks and drinks cool, they will keep you away from overpriced beach cafes and they… View Post

drawing of a heart on a beach

Inspirational quotes about the beach & beach captions for Instagram you will love

in Lifestyle on 03/25/21

Inspirations quotes about the beach – beach captions, thoughts about beach life and beach quotes you will love (they also make great beach instagram captions!) There is something about the beach and the sea that makes you stop and take in the wonder of nature. In the place where the land meets the see, it is as if something seems… View Post

family of 4 on white beach walking away from the camera

12 fantastic family beach vacations in the US you and your kids will love

in Family Travel on 03/24/21

A handpicked selection of fantastic family beach vacations in the US for families with kids of all ages. Beach family beach vacation spots on the West Coast, East Coast and the South for a perfect family sea and sun holiday. Our friends make sun of us for always flying all the way from Europe to the US for a family… View Post

inside of Grand mosque bau Dhabi - cover image for article about what to wear in Bau Dhabi

What to wear in Abu Dhabi: packing list and style guide to be appropriate, comfortable and stylish

in Asia travel Guides, Packing on 03/23/21

Abu Dhabi packing list and tips on what to wear in Abu Dhabi for comfort, style and getting the dress code right. What to pack for Abu Dhabi printable packing list. Deciding what to pack for Abu Dhabi can be a bit of a headache. The capital of the UAE gets very warm temperatures, which call for lightweight, breathable, summer… View Post

Aerial view of Dubai

Facts about Dubai: interesting and fun Dubai facts for kids and curious adults

in Fun and interesting facts for kids on 03/22/21

Fun and interesting facts about Dubai with kids and adults. Learn about Dubai, its geography, culture, attractions and what makes it such a unique place. Dubai is unique in the world and this uniqueness sparks curiosity and questions from kids and adults. Questions span from its geography (is Dubai in Asia? Is Dubai a country or a city?) to its… View Post

close up of stroller wheels on the beach

What is the best stroller for the beach? 5 of the best beach strollers for 2021

in Buying Guides on 03/11/21

Find the best stroller for the beach with this selection of baby strollers that are good on sand: single and double all terrain and umbrella strollers for beach days.  Finding a good stroller for the beach is not easy. Pushing a stroller on sand is hard work however, wheels are a great help when lugging all the gear you need… View Post

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