Where? A pretty village high in the French Alps.Why go there? Linked to neighbouring Tignes, it forms the Espace Killy area with over 300km of pistes and is one of the best ski areas in the world.   Children will love... Take your pick – whether it

Set in the azure waters of the Caribbean, Aruba is the classic tropical island paradise. Walk along white sandy beaches, take a ride on a catamaran or be pampered in one of the island’s many spas. Children will love Aruba’s newest and wettest

, such as the Polka Theatre in Wimbledon or the Discover story centre in Stratford.Travel in style Hop aboard a red double decker bus, duck inside a black cab or have fun exploring a web of rainbow-coloured Tube lines.  Where to stay The luxurious Athenæum in Mayfair

,” in which various images can be emailed, and a rather addictie game of “Noughts and Crosses”, featuring Douglas and a Sheep, suitable for one or two players, that could prove a very useful distraction when travelling.Hugless Douglas £1.99Who won the Junior

at the Anderson Inn and two nights in Santa Monica at Shutters on the Beach, international flights and car hire.For more details, Tel: 0208 682 5030; www.scottdunn.comRead more...Travel accessories for childrenCalifornia Dreamin' - fashion photo shootThe A

-ordered. Children relish the delights of The Den, an Ofsted-registered crèche where they can make shell necklaces and whizz around on Diddicars. Older children head to the Blue Room to play on Wiis, video games or table football and there’s even a posh movie room

Christmas every day at the city's Villa Kennedy, as children are presented with a gift and sweet treats on arrival. Families are asked to provide names and ages of children when booking so rooms can be kitted out with pint-sized bathrobes and slippers

£965 per adult. For more information visit Kenwood TravelDon't miss... Junior's guide to fuss-free flying with childrenPlus... We review more long-haul destinations: Mustique, Grenada and Morocco

to spot already, bespectacled wanderer Wally is now journeying across not only land but time and space, too. Eagle-eyed children can test their observational skills by trying to track the tricksy traveller in the past and future, play games, and take

twosome trips (mother/daughter, father/daughter) to encourage closeness and bonding. Although family travel arrangements can often be difficult, children don't seem to remember the hassles – only the fun, learning, adventure and independence.9. Give