Of all the things we saw in The Hague this summer I didn't expect that Madurodam Theme Park would be something I would recommend everyone go visit, but here we are; I'm telling you it's a must see. I've thought about this little gem of a tourist attraction a lot since our return home. On the surface it's a fun theme park to spend a few hours at, but at it's very core Madurodam is about love and the unbreakable bond we share with family. That's why it makes me smile every time I …
Travel Wales & England for the Family Adventure of Your Life
On a recent trip through Wales, I was struck by how perfect it is as a family destination. From castles to beaches, hiking trails to adventure attractions, city lights and country walks: Wales has it all. You could spend at least a week or two taking in everything this amazing country has to offer with your family, and still come home wanting more. Travel Wales - But First Arrive in Manchester Start your trip by flying into Manchester International Airport, where you can hire a car and …
Ooh La La, 15 Ways to Fall in Love with Paris
People fall into two camps: those who have visited Paris and those who want to. Rumour has it people exist who don’t have Paris on their Must See list. Let’s blame this failing on grade-school grammar trauma and Monsieur Sagar who forced us to declare, “J’ai un stylo,” or was that, “Je suis un stylo?” Verbs are scary, but a trip to the third most visited city in the world shouldn’t be. Travellers often prepare lists — whether rigid or flexible — of landmarks, restaurants, and museums they’ve …
Five Day Trips from Paris
Every trip to France is a chance to explore hidden or off the beaten path gems. The region around Paris, or Île-de-France, holds many treasures that don't see the same traffic as their more famous neighbours Euro Disney and Versailles, and these can be visited in day trips from Paris. A short drive or RER (commuter train) ride out of the city and the traditional village houses pressed around church squares and bustling, small towns replace Haussmann-style apartment buildings. …
