Little Luxe guides to Bali, Hong Kong and Singapore are written by resident editors with families for families. They come in a handy concertina formatpacked with useful reviews,each categorised by area. Priced at £4.99 each

For fabulous family bonding experiences, try some of these inspired options:- The Adventure Company Work at an orphanage in Vietnam for 17 days from £1,599 per adult; £1,449 per child. Tel: 0845 450 5316.- Global Vision International Work

There’s no end of family-friendly websites with a European focus, but if you need advice about North America and the Caribbean, check out www.ciaobambino.com, which is run by Amie O’Shaughnessy, a travel-mad mother based in San Francisco’s Bay Area

Whether you need inspiration, advice or a bargain, visit these family-friendly websites:- For inspiration: www.101holidays.co.uk Packed with holiday ideas, traveller reviews and a Family Holiday search facility. - For the beach: www

According to a survey of families who had embarked on one of Explore’s Family Adventures tours, children’s favourite places to stay were in a tipi at Bryce Canyon in the United States, and The Ice Hotel in Sweden. The exciting experiences

Often, you’re at your weakest when you hire a car on holiday, tired and stressed after a flight. Here are some dos and don’ts to help make the process a little easier:- Don’t book the smallest car available just because it’s cheap – remember you have luggage, too, and possibly a ...

yourself of the glorious time you’re going to have when you get to your final destination.See our Tips & advice section for more holiday suggestions.

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

of comics, games, sunglasses and toys, which usually go down well, as well as family movies and children’s channels on the in-flight entertainment. Consider buying a seat for a child under two rather than have her on your lap for the duration. If you can

and the best nannies. Elegant Resorts has also launched Families, a special lifestyle guide offering advice on family holidays around the world including the Caribbean, Europe, Far East and Indian Ocean.To order or download a copy, tel: 01244 897538 or visit