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A funky cruise in the sun
By Junior on 26/08/2011 15:26:10
Fancy going on a great cruise? Check out the seven-day itineraries of Ocean Village
The company has two ships, based in Montego Bay and Barbados, each offering two fabulous routes. From Montego Bay, for example, you could visit Mexico, Belize, Grand Cayman and Honduras; or do Barbados to Tortola, St. Maarten, St. Kitts, Antigua and Dominica. Both ships offer fre...
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Homework for Parents: Try our fun quiz to test your knowledge
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 15/09/2010 10:27:25
How much have you remembered from your school days? Find out with our general knowledge quiz…
Do you remember everything you learnt at school? Or do you struggle to help with homework as you find all the facts have simply dropped out of your head? A new series of books devoted to five subject areas – I Used To Know That: English, Maths
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Desirable destinations
By Sue Bryant on 18/10/2007 10:49:57
Super-chic or eco-cool, here are perfect destinations for all your family holidays
adopting an elephant for a day and learning about Thai boxing and yoga. There’s also an opportunity to go on a night safari for families into the jungle and join a hands-on cooking class with the executive chef. Tel: 0066 53 888 888, ext 8827, www.mandarinoriental.com
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Eight great books about London
By Junior on 25/04/2012 11:04:35
Explore the big city's sights and highlights with these fun books
This Is London by Miroslav Sasek (Universe, £10.99)The gorgeous retro illustrations are the star of this classic book that opens with a brown page: “Well, this is London – hidden by fog.” Ha, ha. A wonderful piece of vintage nostalgia depicting the London of a bygone era
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THE ORIGINAL CORNBURY FESTIVAL JULY 1–3 2011
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/06/2011 12:14:32
Junior's family festival guide checks out The Original Cornbury Festival 2011
food. Children under 12 stay free if sharing parents’ room. B&B prices start from £69 a night.For more fun festivals to fill your summer days, check out our Festivals Listings 2011.
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OFF THE TRACKS FESTIVAL: MAY 27–29
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/04/2011 14:00:16
Junior's guide to the best family festivals ever checks out the Off The Tracks festival
pampering after the rigours of festival life; babysitting is available. Prices from £160 B&B per night. Tel: 01572 787000.To find out about more fab family festivals, check out our Junior Festival Listings.
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Family theatre for February half term
By Fiona McKim on 15/02/2013 15:31:13
Exciting events to entertain your child this half term
be out in force (well, in literary form) for Really Wild Adventures, an interactive poetry and storytelling session with none other than Ms. Adventure herself, the fragrant Michaela Strachan. Fresh from Cheltenham Literary Festival, pre
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Real Food Festival May 7-10
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 07/05/2010 15:04:18
Find fabulous goodies at this slow food extravangza
As the commentators were chewing over the results of yesterday's election, we were tucking into a divine breakfast, courtesy of the Riverford Organic field kitchen at this year's Real Food Festival. And what a breakfast it was! Juicy bacon sandwiches, poached egg served atop a sl...
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How to make the most of museum visits
By Sophie Westnedge on 24/04/2013 09:00:00
From making discoveries to family time, why museums are so important for your child
to nominate then email award@kidsinmuseums.org.uk or find out more about the award on the Kids in Museums website.With a host of day and evening events to mark International Museum Day on 18 May, there’s no better time to make a family trip.You won’t want
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Bonpoint hit the road with travelling pop-up spa
By Fiona McKim on 04/04/2013 10:54:12
French brand offering courses in baby massage - plus see the SS13 collection
They are the children’s couturier of choice for the likes of Kate Moss, Victoria Beckham and the Obamas, offering a slice of Gallic chic to families worldwide for over three decades. Which is why it makes us très pleased to announce that French label Bonpoint are extending their ...
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