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Six fantastic European destinations
By Junior on 12/08/2011 11:49:50
Comfortingly close to home, yet there’s an enticing world of difference in culture, cuisine, sights and sunshine in Europe
CroatiaWhy visit? Of all the countries in Eastern Europe, Croatia is the one that cries out “family holiday”. Not only is its beautiful coast bathed in crystal-clear waters and warm sunshine, but it is also endowed with enough islands and cultural
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Inside the family home of a glamorous stylist
By Junior on 01/09/2011 11:42:45
Stylist Caroline Stanbury presents a luxury pad with a hint of girliness
Caroline Stanbury is one of those tremendously elegant women who appears to have life sussed. As well as being a wife and mother, she has a high-profile career as a personal stylist – on the day of our interview, she is to be found on a yacht
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Create a unique bedroom for your child
By Junior on 02/09/2011 10:14:08
A bedroom is a happy haven that reflects your child’s evolving personality. From a bright boudoir to an adventurer’s playden, here are some dream designs
Spirited and playful, but also functional and practical. Traditional or modern, formal or whimsical, your child’s bedroom is not just where she will lay her head to sleep at night or play during the day. It’s not just a place to snuggle up with a
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Five ways to pack an eco-friendly lunch
By Junior on 23/12/2011 16:22:33
1 Reduce, reuse, recycle The detritus of just one junior school pupil’s packed lunch generates a huge 30kg of waste per school year!2 Get rid of unnecessary packaging If you must wrap sandwiches, use recycled aluminium foil (£2.95 from www
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JUNIOR TRAVEL AWARDS 2013
By Junior on 24/01/2013 13:28:47
The Junior Design Awards features the very best in hotels, destinations and tour operators for familes. Open for entry now!
* Best Family Day Out (theme parks, museums, art galleries, zoo, parks and gardens) * Best Travel ProductWho won in the travel categories for the Junior Design Awards 2012?
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The Moomins' recipe for Pancake Day
By Junior on 12/02/2013 09:05:00
The Moomins reveals how to make gorgeous pancakes served with glistening strawberry jam and a generous dollop of whipped cream
the butter. Pour the batter into the centre of the pan so that it spreads out to form a thin, lace-like layer. Once the underside of the pancake has cooked, fry the other side until it is a lovely golden colour then place on a preheated plate and cover with a
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The coolest family ski trips
By Junior on 16/08/2011 11:04:43
Expect the finest VIP treatment at these cool hotels, piste-side chalets and champagne ski rooms
in ski-in/ski-out convenience. With five family bedrooms, the lodge offers full catering, maid service, and a family room that’s packed full of games. Nannies are also available for full and half days between 8am–8pm. Seven nights in a family room costs
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Paris je t’aime
By Junior on 03/08/2011 11:07:41
With artistry and beauty at every corner, the French capital is a veritable playground of adventure for children
and opulence on the rue de Rivoli. Eminent guests from days gone by include Picasso, who hosted his wedding dinner here, Coco Chanel, and Salvador Dali, who once demanded a herd of sheep be brought to his room and, upon their arrival, took out his pistol
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Shanti Maurice in Mauritius
By Junior on 31/08/2011 12:14:51
From striking a pose in limb-lengthening yoga sessions to catching a wave for water sports, the Shanti Maurice in Mauritius has plenty of surprises…
-blue water with Moorish idol fish, blotched groupers, orange-lined triggers and parrotfish, which scrape their beak-like mouths noisily against the coral. Another day, we drove up into the mountains where locals were out in droves picking guava – the exotic
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A taste of Thailand
By Junior on 24/08/2011 12:31:50
From rugged rainforests and idyllic sandy shores to stunning cityscapes, Thailand offers a host of opportunities that teach valuable life lessons…
loved the thoughtful touch of the aromatherapy burner with a daily selection of essential oils to evoke a different mood every day. Today was an aura of calm – just what we needed after the trials of our very long journey. I was booked in for an early
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