-authors to contribute, so if you’re plucking up courage to take your children abroad for the first time, take a look. It also contains practical advice, including travel health and solo parent travel.Travel With Children costs £12.99 from www.lonelyplanet.comLook at our

Even the most devoted parents need time away from their little angels for a spot of relaxation and romance. Simply waving them off will feel like a tonic! If you fancy a naughty night out in London, the six-room Fox & Anchor is a great hideaway. Just a pig hair’s breadth from Smi...

The travel business is, quite rightly, becoming more and more eco-friendly with hotels, resorts and even airlines around the world jumping on the green initiatives bandwagon. And it is now surprisingly easy to make a few small changes to your

-ups!). Also check the club’s costs and flexibility, as you may not want your child to go every day. Not all children are keen to go to the clubs, so it’s wise not to make other plans for your days until you’re sure your child is happily settled.For peace

pool is fun and will help keep your child cool. Remember to make sure the pool is in the shade at all times, and never leave children unattended.5. Cool it Reduce your child’s body temperature before bedtime with a cool bath or by gently sponging them

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and large swimmers), plus a few extras (private-island beach club, 60-foot yacht) and you’ve got the makings of a perfect holiday. The relatively undeveloped Trang Province offers plenty of back-to-nature outings, including sea-kayaking in Had Chao Mai

to be available when making your booking. Reserve a bassinet (and bulkhead seats) if you have a baby and make sure you confirm before boarding, and book children’s meals to avoid the wrath of a toddler who spies a fellow tiny traveller tucking into mini Pringles

Mary Poppins has a lot to answer for. Who doesn’t love the feelgood finale of the classic movie, when Mr Banks’ grumpy exterior transforms to pure joy as he takes to the park, wonky kite in hand, for a jubilant bonding moment with his children

electric car. And what’s the biggest? The Airbus Giant jumbo? Name all the different methods of transporting humans you can think of, starting from the teensiest. Adapted from 52 fun things to do on the plane by Lynn GordonMore travel tips and advice from