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Ten of the best world wonders
By Junior on 16/08/2011 11:37:54
From the four corners of the globe, these are the family holidays to take for the world’s greatest natural and cultural sights
dramatic Skyrail Rainforest Cableway journey from Kuranda in the Atherton Tablelands to Cairns.How much? From £4,934 for a family of two adults and two children, including UK return flights, ten-nights’ accommodation at the two-bedroom Beach Terraces
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A Hawaiian dream holiday
By Junior on 11/08/2011 10:47:26
You and your family will be kept extremely busy in Hawaii from taking a drive around the crater of Kilauea Volcano to visiting any of the many ranches
Hawaii is a fantastic family destination with everything from stargazing to whale watching. You could become a paniolo – a Hawaiian cowboy – for the day at one of the various ranches that are located across the islands, or visit Hawaii Volcanoes
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Author Grace Saunders's Victorian family home
By Junior on 02/09/2011 17:32:40
Author Grace Saunders takes us on a tour of her Victorian family home where tales of romance, travel and adventure are all part of the furniture
of bartering! I love to have reminders of good experiences on display around the house.”Grace and Michael spent six months transforming their three-storey Victorian terraced house into this cosy family home where they live together with their three children
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London Life
By Catherine O'Dolan on 30/05/2011 21:32:25
Take up residence in swish Mayfair for a truly enjoyable experience – The Athenaeum deservedly wins our Best UK Family Hotel Award
. It’s really no coincidence that the reception staff welcome your child by name, but it’s still funny to see their look of surprise. The Athenaeum has worked very hard to improve its family-friendly credentials, alongside all the luxury and style you
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Term time abroad
By Junior on 01/08/2011 17:44:07
Believe that holidays can be educational for children? Read on...
Ever felt guilty taking your child
out of school for a week overseas? Or even worse – been fined by
your child’s school? Well, soon the law could be on your side, as travel website Take The Family has launched a campaign to make ten days off
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Deeply adventurous holidays
By Junior on 18/08/2011 15:41:56
It’s easy for you and your family to become intrepid explorers with a little know-how. Near or far, just take the plunge and discover a new world
groups are larger, some are smaller. Many trips are taken by one parent, not only because they may be single, but also because the other parent has to work and can’t take time off. When planning an adventure for your family, you have to be realistic. What
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How to take Brilliant Photographs
By Catherine O'Dolan on 15/05/2012 17:44:42
Take a tip from award-winning photographer David Handley with his online masterclass
Here at Junior, we always pride ourselves on beautiful presentation, and that means beautiful photography of beautiful things (including children). One of our most favourite snappers is David Handley, who has been a regular contributor to Junior Magazine since time immemorial (th...
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Exclusive: Your Rudyard Kipling audiobook to enjoy during Earth Hour
By Emma Daly on 15/03/2013 15:33:02
The annual WWF Earth Hour takes place on March 23 between 8.30pm and 9.30pm, where people around the world are encouraged to switch off their lights to save the planet. Why not get the family together, light some candles and enjoy this exclusive version of "The Sing Song Of Old-Man Kangaroo" from Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories, read by TV presenter Kevin McCloud...
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Swimming with your child
By Junior on 30/04/2012 17:19:01
It’s never too soon to instill water confidence in your child
. An important consideration when taking your baby swimming is that the water is warm enough. It needs to be at least 32ºC for babies of three months and under or weighing less than 5.5kg; and 30ºC plus for a baby beyond that. It’s horrible seeing your baby
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Geometric patterned pouffes
By Junior on 01/04/2011 00:00:00
Take a seat on a highly decorated pouffe by designer Donna Wilson
Colourful and cushioned, designer Donna Wilson has produced funky oversized pouffes with fun geometric patterns. Shapes include Ernest, Henry and this Frank design in vibrant upholstery. It measures 40x80cm and costs £415 from SCP.
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