A playground classic for children of every generation, skipping games are active, fun and require little more than some rope or elastic, and a lively imagination. Here, author, Katie Hewett remembers the skipping games of her childhood:(Skipping was

indoors with them, perhaps watching through a window. If fireworks are not an option there are still plenty of lovely ways to celebrate Bonfire Night as a family: Get together for some firework inspired art and craft activities, have a conker tournament

of restaurants, an indulgent spa and all manner of activities. No detail is too small; their travel specialists will take care of everything for you, including booking babysitters, making restaurant reservations, ensuring your room is baby-proofed and your brood

bowling lanes, an ice rink and a karaoke room all under one roof, this is the ideal place for some non-stop, celebratory fun. The party package covers up to two activities and includes refreshments.Best for: Ages 4+ Cost: From £130Contact:  Tel: 020 7229

,539 for a family of four, including flights with Air New Zealand through Tailor Made Travel. Then there’s Hawaii, without which no compilation of family destinations would be complete. It’s the birthplace of hula and surfing, and has three active volcanoes

city we have left behind. In contrast, however, the village square is a bustling hive of activity, with enough restaurants and shops to meet everyone’s tastes and needs. It is all so tastefully laid out, with such an interesting mix of outlets

. In years to come, they can check on their trees’ progress and, who knows, maybe even pick the fruits of their labour. Later, we continued our journey to Jaipur, driving through bustling villages that were hives of activity. At one point, we were stuck

. These ships are particularly good when it comes to catering for active children as they also feature climbing walls, mini golf and, on the three newest vessels – Freedom of the Seas, Liberty of the Seas and Independence of the Seas – there’s even a water theme

holidays. Many companies now focus on adventure activities, cultural discovery and wildlife encounters for children as young as two, and they are evolving to meet the demands of modern families. It’s no longer always two parents and two children. Some

of the main attraction, the Ziggurat, we still managed to get a good soaking; in fact, Grace was in fits of giggles when I tried to use the shower to wash the sand off my feet, and accidently activated the overhead shower instead (I was fully clothed