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Edinburgh Festival 2011
By Fiona McKim on 28/07/2011 11:07:09
Our pick of the best family-friendly shows at this year’s Edinburgh Festival
Each year during the month of August, the Scottish capital becomes a vibrant cultural hub as it plays host to the biggest arts festival in the world. With everything from one-man Shakespeare monologues to stand up ventriloquists and urban ballet
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Kleine Fabriek AW11 trade fair report
By Matthew Holroyd on 17/01/2011 22:38:47
Junior reports on Holland's biggest kidswear tradeshow
A busy opening dayHolland’s biggest childrenswear trade show, Kleine Fabriek, took place this weekend (unfortunately under extremely cold and wet conditions!) in the capital city of Amsterdam, showcasing plenty of exciting autumn winter 2011
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Superb children's masterclasses abroad
By Junior on 15/08/2011 14:38:02
From football to flamenco, children can learn vast amounts of sporting and cultural skills in these marvellous masterclasses from around the world
– starting prices from £408 per night – with W&O Travel (www.wandotravel.com). While there aren’t any specific classes on offer, little science enthusiasts will find super fuel for learning at the beautiful city of Quito, capital of Ecuador. Get interactive
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Babylon
By Catherine O'Dolan on 18/04/2010 16:29:40
Delicious dining on Kensington Roof Gardens
on the seventh floor, Babylon affords amazing views of the capital.Sunday lunch is very much a family affair. In fact, it’s there in black and white on their website: “Children are most welcome.” There’s even a magician on hand to keep them entertained, though
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Sand And The City – Urban Beaches
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 03/08/2010 12:22:06
Get away from it all with a visit to an urban beach
–Fri and children eat for free.Paradise In The ParkJuly 21–August 31A one-timer holder of the prestigious title European Capital of Culture, Liverpool is a city well-known for its sights and sounds. This summer a new attraction arrives in the form of Paradise
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The Science Museum has something for everyone
By Travelodge on 25/01/2013 09:08:00
Fun learning for the whole family can be had at one of London's premier attractions
. And because you’ll probably learn something too, a family weekend away in the capital can be beneficial for everyone, especially considering that hotels in London from Travelodge cater for families.AttractionsJames May Brings Science to LifeIf you fancy a
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Shop 'til you drop from Delhi to New York
By Junior on 15/08/2011 15:58:48
Look at these must-have holidays for shopaholics from the tantalising scent of spices from Delhi's market stalls to the world's greatest toy store in New York
a quirky village of mechanical pixies for children to gaze upon. Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, has an enchanting Christmas Market in the Old Town Square, which has a gigantic Christmas tree and a nativity scene in a large wooden stable
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England’s Famous Five
By Junior on 18/08/2011 10:48:22
Discover the Famous Five locations in England with grand hotels, fairytale castles, rural retreats, urban resorts and coastal destinations
the city’s history with a visit to the Houses of Parliament, plus the capital’s best playgrounds are on the doorstep too, with St James’s Park, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens all within easy reach. Visit www.athenaeumhotel.com FairytaleBovey Castle
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Denmark: Land of plenty
By Junior on 30/08/2011 11:22:57
There’s more than mermaids, Vikings and Lego to this Scandinavian country. Something is rocking in the state of Denmark – and it involves fun for all the family
views across to Sweden. It also has coastline that reaches up from Copenhagen full of pretty little towns with great restaurants to serve the affluent weekenders who often have little country retreats less than an hour from the capital. Hence, while you
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International car rally in Spain
By Junior on 05/08/2011 14:35:49
Watching an international car rally adds a little va va vroom to a weekend trip to picturesque northern Spain
, the capital, dates back to the eighth century, and is steeped in medieval history with impressive architecture, much of which has UNESCO World Heritage status. The narrow streets, however, are no strangers to the high-octane roars of racing cars: former
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