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How to see Reykjavik in one day: walking itinerary and must-see attractions
What to see in Reykjavik in one day only? In this guide we share Reykjavik’s must see attractions, where to stay in Reykjavik for sightseeing and how to make the most of one day in Iceland’s capital city Reykjavik is one of those cities that seem destined to be visited in a hurry. Visitors tend to look a the city as a base for day trips, rather than a destination itself, and indeed Reykjavik serves that purpose very well. However, Iceland’s capital is more than just a landing port. Albeit small, the city has a cool, dynamic vibe to it and I hugely enjoyed spending a little bit of time…
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Exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle in winter: first time visitor’s guide
All you need to know to visit the Golden Circle Iceland in winter. Self drive vs organised tours, main stops, facilities on the road and must have info to plan your winter escape to Iceland’s famous driving route. Our guide to planning the perfect day trip around Iceland’s Golden circle. When I first started planning my winter weekend in Iceland, two places stood out as must-sees: the Blue Lagoon and the Golden Circle. Both appear as tourist favourites in any Iceland itinerary and a quick look at photos is all it takes to understand why. The blue Lagoon is relaxation heaven while the Golden Circle, Iceland, has, to put it simply,…
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All you can do with 3 days in Iceland: Iceland winter itinerary
Our guide to all you can do with 3 days in Iceland to make the most of your time. For our Iceland 3 day itinerary we based ourselves in Reykjavik and explored some of Iceland’s must see sites such as the golden circle and the South coast. Discover all our full 3 nights in Iceland itinerary below. A trip to Iceland has been one of my travel dreams for well over a decades. I first set my wanderlusting eyes on Iceland’s otherworldly landscapes in 2001 but it is only this year that with the help of cheap flights and some intense travel planning I was able to make my dream…
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Awesome things to do in Portugal with kids
Our round up of the best things to do in Portugal with kids. Cultural attractions, food and activities to include in your Portugal itinerary for the perfect Portugal family trip. Portugal often comes up in conversation as a destination for family friendly holidays in all-inclusive resorts. Indeed, for a sea and sun holiday, Portugal is a great choice and we have fond memories of our family break in the gorgeous family resort Martinhal Cascais. However, I feel the real charm of Portugal resides away for its sandy oceanfront. During our spring trip to Portugal with kids, we got lost in ancient streets, relaxed in local markets and discovered a family friendly…
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Why you should visit Trier, Germany’s oldest city
Our round up of the best things to do in Trier Germany for the whole family. A guide to Trier attractions, excursions, hotels and interesting facts about Germany’s oldest city. The first time I learned about Trier, Germany, it was from the pages of a school book. The Italianised version of its name, Treviri, was looking at me from the much-slaved-on pages of my history manual, while my sixteen-year-old-self tried to make sense of the many names associated with this important historical city. Augustus, Constantine, and what’s Karl Marx got to do with it again? Everything seemed to suggest that Trier was a crucial location for European history and the fact…
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Tips for visiting the cliffs of Moher with kids
They are one of the most photographed spots in the whole of Ireland, but are the Cliffs of Moher safe to visit as a family? We were there again this weekend and this is our guide to visiting the Cliffs of Moher with kids. Few places embody the wild landscape of Ireland better than the Cliffs of Moher. Located in the West of the country, not far from the city of Galway, the cliffs are over 200 mt tall and they plunge into the Atlantic Ocean amidst the screams of seagulls and roaring winds. We have visited on many occasions, both in summer and winter and each time we stop in front…
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How to visit the Vatican with kids without losing your mind: Rome4kids tour review
What is the best way to visit the Vatican with kids? In this post, we share practical tips for a trip to the Vatican Museums with children and offer a review of the family-friendly Vatican tour we tested. It has taken me over 6 years to tackle a visit to the Vatican with the kids. We go to Rome often, on average twice a year, and each time I make a point of bringing the children sightseeing: we have seen the forum, many churches, many neighborhoods. However, the Vatican museums with kids in tow terrified me. Would the crowd be too intense for two little explorers? Would it be too…
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All about visiting Birr castle with kids
We got to Birr Castle on a cold winter morning. The grey sky touched the tops of the trees, the chilly air prickled our skin and Ireland was enveloped in that mystical atmosphere ancient tales and lore evoke so well. I had been meaning to go to Birr Castle for a long time and the recent school holiday was finally giving us the chance. Located in Co Offaly, in the centre of Ireland, the town of Birr is over 150 km from Dublin and, as such, a pretty long drive for a day trip. However, the promise of a beautiful castle, a record- breaking tree house and what used to…
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A day in the Boyne Valley with kids: travel tips for families
Should you visit the Boyne Valley with kids? What to see, what to expect and what you cannot miss when visiting the Boyne valley, Ireland, as a family It is our first weekend in Ireland home after the holidays and to keep at bay the melancholy that so often follows the return from a faraway land, we played tourist in our own country. We are lucky to live in Ireland, a place of stunning scenery and history, and today we drove with the kids to a part of Ireland where the two merge into each other with spectacular results: the Boyne Valley. The river Boyne, born in the centre of…
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The Etruscan Coast: why you should visit this fabulous stretch of Tuscany’s coastlines
All you need to know to plan a visit to the Etruscan Coast, Tuscany’s stunning coastal region – updated 2020 It is no secret that I am in love with Tuscany. Its cities, its beautiful coastline, its people make this make it one of the best places to see in Italy and a destination I always recommend to new and returning visitors. International tourism discovered Tuscany many years ago, however, most visitors flock to Florence and Val d’Orcia and miss an area that is as beautiful: the Etruscan Coast. The Etruscan Coast is a lovely stretch of coast and a wonderful place to go if you are visiting Tuscany with…
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Discovering Nyon: a fantastic kid-friendly day trip from Geneva
A kid-friendly day trip from Geneva: discovering Nyon, a gorgeous medieval town with a castle, lovely food and family-friendly museums for all ages The beautiful city of Geneva wowed my family with the sparkling waters of its lake and the orderly elegance of its public spaces. The appeal of this child-friendly city, however, goes beyond its city limits. Geneva sits surrounded by wonderful Alpine peaks and is an ideal base for day trips to discover the surrounding countryside. On our second day in the city, we made the most of this geographical location and opted for a kid-friendly day trip to the nearby village of Nyon. This is how we got…
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Kid-friendly activities in Geneva: our top 5 for the summer months
Top 5 kid-friendly activities in Geneva, Switzerland. Our favorite family-friendly activities in Geneva in summer. Updated Jan. 2022. Geneva is one of my favorite city to visit with my children. I find it easy to navigate, pleasant, beautiful and it is surrounded by stunning mountains that work as a wonderful backdrop as well as an easy option for day trips and excursions in all seasons. The first time we visited Geneva as a family, we had a limited time and sp created family-friendly itinerary for a day in Geneva with kids to see the city’s highlights. Since then, we have been many more times and have had the chance to…
