It’s a hot May day in Nîmes, and a gladiator in the ring of Les Arènes winks at my kids. Giddy, they wave their handkerchiefs and parrot a prayer to the sky god Jupiter. Sat around us are some 12,000 spectators. But we’re not here to watch a rugby or football match. Instead, we’re cheering…
With its countless sun-dazzled islands dotted with toddler-friendly beaches, fun activities for older children, and fascinating cities where families can enjoy a raft of thrilling activities (often for pennies or for free), glorious Greece is one of the world’s best – and safest – family-friendly destinations. You’ll feel the welcoming vibe as soon as you…
Czechia’s capital city is a fantastic sprawl of Gothic, Renaissance and baroque buildings that line both banks of the Vltava River. Millions come here every year to soak in the atmosphere and architectural splendor, but with so many people crowding the streets, the flavor of the country itself can get lost. The surrounding countryside holds…
Denver is a welcoming place for kids of all ages. And it’s no wonder – with outdoorsy recreation of all sorts, family-friendly museums and activities, plus sunshine 300 days a year, Colorado's capital seems made for kids and families. The city is becoming increasingly expensive, but a visit is tough to resist. Here are the…
Timeless sanctuary Vakkaru Maldives welcomes seasoned hospitality veteran Patrick Duff as the new Resort Manager. With an illustrious career spanning nearly four decades and experience in some of the world’s…
Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa is proud to partner with Parley Maldives for the Ocean, a leading environmental organisation, this June. Initiated by Parley Maldives, along with the support of…
The mild-weathered City by the Bay is a compact place, ranked number seven in the US for parks, with tasty food for even the most finicky eaters and with a commitment to accessibility. San Francisco is an easy and exciting place for families to visit for many reasons – plenty of green space, tons of…
While the rain does fall often in Seattle, it brings with it the lush beauty and life that the city thrives on to make it such a special place. Amongst that beauty and life is a throng of diverse and unique things to do. From experiencing the historical music scene that brought legends like Nirvana…
Prague is arguably Europe’s prettiest capital. Travelers come in droves to stroll the cobblestones and admire the many historic buildings whose architectural styles stretch back some eight centuries. The view to Prague Castle from statue-lined Charles Bridge is breathtaking. The narrow alleyways of the Old Town spill out onto the grand Old Town Square, where…
From fairytale castles to parks along the Vltava River, Prague has a host of family-friendly activities to enjoy. Yes your kids will be dazzled by all of the medieval buildings in Prague's Old Town, particularly the Astronomical Clock, but there's plenty more in Prague to inspire and educate your little ones. Whether you're traveling with…