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What NOT to pack when travelling with kids
By Catherine O'Dolan on 07/08/2010 10:39:47
Want to travel lighter? Then trust us: you really do not need to pack these
There's really no need to load yourself up with the following:Inflatable beach toys, buckets and spades – buy them when you get thereToo many nappies – dittoBananas – will go black and squishy on the planeToys with small parts – they’ll get lost under the seat and you'll end up i...
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Turn your child into an eco-traveller
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/08/2010 09:22:21
Absorbing the local colour and culture of your destination will help your child appreciate the amazing world around her
* Learn greetings in a local language – it’s a great sign of respect and the locals will really appreciate the effort.* Use the travel as an opportunity for you and your child to learn about the history and culture of the region together – go
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Fuss-free flying with children
By Catherine O'Dolan on 01/08/2012 07:50:43
The lowdown on the family-friendliness of airlines
to be available when making your booking. Reserve a bassinet (and bulkhead seats) if you have a baby and make sure you confirm before boarding, and book children’s meals to avoid the wrath of a toddler who spies a fellow tiny traveller tucking into mini Pringles
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Highly Commended Best Family Tour Operator 2011: Scott Dunn
By Catherine O'Dolan on 01/06/2011 14:31:19
Family travel tips from Andrew Dunn at Scott Dunn, Highly Commended in our Junior Design Awards 2011
for children of all ages and one of the locations of our Scott Dunn children’s clubs (for children aged eight months to13 years) exclusive to guests travelling with us.* Family ski/adventure holiday One of our chalets in Val d’Isère, with lots have private
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Gramping At The Grand
By Catherine O'Dolan on 15/07/2012 10:51:16
Eastbourne’s Grand Hotel is ideal for trying out the hot new trend for intergenerational holidays that creates happy family memories for all
The first two weeks of August were always held sacred when I was a child as our annual family summer holiday. We’d all pile into our army-green Morris Mini Minor Traveller, with its cute little indicators that popped out from the side of the doors
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Junior Chefs cook up some delicious treats at the Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington
By Catherine O'Dolan on 09/02/2012 18:06:26
Rustle up delightful cookies and delectable chocolates at these chef masterclasses for children – you even get to lick the spoon!
MEANDERING THE BUSTLING streets of the city, you couldbe forgiven for thinking that the heart of London is chockfull of buildings and people. Looking down from a privileged vantage point and you see a rather different picture, with the large swathes of greenery in the Royal Parks...
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Living la Dolce Vita at Borgo Egnazia
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/05/2012 12:17:50
Is there a location more lovely for the whole family to while away a idle summer days than Borgo Egnazia in Puglia, Italy?
becomes more established. Ah yes, it looks like la dolce vita is set to get even sweeter in years to comeWe travelled to Borgo Egnazia with Western & Oriental“The children’s club was really bright and cheerful, like a top-notch kindergarten”
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Best Family Tour Operator: W&O Travel
By Catherine O'Dolan on 01/06/2011 14:30:19
Family travel tips from luxury family tour operator, W&O Travel, shortlisted in the Junior Design Awards
the kids on our road every evening for the rest of the summer holidays!What’s W&O Travel’s philosophy? We offer worldwide family holidays, with first class service, gourmet dining and warm, genuine hospitality making every family member feel welcome. All
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Best Family Tour Operator: Ski Famille
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/05/2011 17:50:12
Family travel tips from Chris Thompson, Director of Ski Famille, and father of Eva, threeWhat’s your recipe for the perfect family holiday? Something that combines lots of fun family time with an opportunity for adults to recharge the batteries
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Best Family Tour Operator 2011: Powder Byrne
By Catherine O'Dolan on 18/05/2011 10:52:36
Family travel tips from Simon Meeke of Powder Byrne, winners of our Best Family Tour Operator in the Junior Design Awards
and expectations of everybody travelling and find a solution that addresses those needs so everyone feels rewarded. Many of our clients work extremely hard, so they want to get a balance of time with the kids, but also precious time apart so everyone gets some
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