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. We want to inspire you to travel with your children and build great family memories: browse our menu for destination ideas, how-to guides and reviews that will help you along the way. Happy travel planning! Marta (mum), Phil (dad), Mr M and Little Ms E.
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Top 10 things to do in Barcelona with kids
Our round up of the 10 best things to do in Barcelona with kids of all ages, based on our experience as visitors and written with the help of a local mum of two, for the best insider knowledge. Barcelona is a city that keeps calling me back. I was there for the very...
The cutest headphones for kids: Cozyphones review
An item I am very fond of and I always carry on all our family trips are headphones. I discovered how useful they are last year, when the we tackled a 13 hour flight to California with the kids and, since then, I always make space for a pair no matter where we go. We...
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Family friendly hotel in Dublin: Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House Hotel review
This is a review of the Hilton Garden Inn Dublin Custom House, where our family spend a weekend in May 2017. We had a lovely time in the hotel and now recommend it as family friendly accommodation in Dublin because of its convenient location, welcoming atmosphere and...
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A perfect Northern Ireland weekend itinerary
This is the Northern Ireland weekend itinerary I designed and followed during our last family trip North. It is crafted to include some of Northern Ireland highlights and has stops suitable for families with young children. Should you be travelling without children,...
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The perfect base to visit Northern Ireland: Hilton Templepatrick hotel review
This is a review of the Hilton Templepatrick hotel, in Northern Ireland. We stayed here for two nights in April 2017 and had an excellent experience. This is how we got on. Last week, myself and the kids went on a little adventure. My husband was in Madrid, so I...
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Martinhal Cascais review: an oasis for families near Lisbon
This Martinhal Cascais review is based on our experience in the family hotel and resort in April 2017. We spent there one night with our two kids, aged 5 and 6 and tried the Martinhal facilities such as the pool, the spa and the restaurants. During our last trip to...
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Spring has always been my favourite season to travel but when it comes to packing, it poses its own challenges. Changeable weather and the need for layers are the enemies of the carry-on-only packer and it has taken me years to figure out how to travel light while...
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Children books about Portugal you and your kids will love
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Martinhal Chiado review: great family friendly hotel in the heart of Lisbon
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