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Exhilarating holidays for nature lovers
On 17/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Head off to a safari, snorkel alongside a giant 100-year-old turtle or visit the Jurassic Park film location for an adventure of a lifetime
Africa... for The Lion KingWhere has broader horizons and bluer skies than Africa? What’s more, luxury safari lodges offer top facilities and services with spas, private pools and the gourmet food and wine you’d expect from your local Michelin
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Junior's guide to superb Spain
On 30/08/2011 in Europe
Spain and its islands have everything you need for the perfect family holiday – beaches, sunshine, culture and locals who love children
Of all the great European cultures, that of Spain is one of the most accessible to families. Children will love the colours of the flamenco dance or experimenting with delicious tapas and colourful paella. The whitewashed villages and ruined castles
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The A-Z of cruise holidays
On 18/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Think cruises are just for the old folk? Think again – they are now the perfect vessel for a fun-filled family holiday
Alaskan operators, with elegant ships renowned for their excellent food. Children’s clubs operate from June to September. B is for Baltic cultureCruise ships sail from Dover, Amsterdam or Copenhagen all summer long to the Baltic – a great choice
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THE A-Z OF CRUISE HOLIDAYS
On 26/01/2006 in Perfect for...
Think cruises are just for the old folk? Think again – they are now the perfect vessel for a fun-filled family holiday
operators, with elegant ships renowned for their excellent food. Children’s clubs operate from June to September.BALTIC CULTURECruise ships sail from Dover, Amsterdam or Copenhagen all summer long to the Baltic – a great choice for families who want
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Family festivals in the UK
On 12/08/2011 in UK
What could be further removed from the daily routine than the chance to let your hair down at a family festival?
tent or tipi to a ready-erected family tent with your own shower and toilet facilities. Cool festival fashion and Hunter wellies are still de rigueur, as are the must-have Peltor Kid ear defenders – à la the Apple of Gwynnie’s eye – to protect your
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February and half-term events
On 07/02/2011 in Days Out
Keep busy this half-term with our pick of great events
Family Fun TrailFebruary 10–27Tiny models of Viking gods and goddesses are hidden with in the grounds of Clifford’s Tower, York – successful finders will be rewarded with a prize. Fairy HousesFebruary 23Build a magical forest home for an elf or a fairy
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Santa's Delight - a heartwarming tale for Christmas
On 17/11/2011 in Books
Author Marisa Laycock shares the inspiration behind her new children's book
feeling inside, there's a general feeling from within of generosity and hopeful anticipation. It's a busy time and many families come together to celebrate and feast! My father passed away a few years ago. That first Christmas without him wasn't easy
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Body Image
On 20/04/2010 in Health
Ways to ensure your child has a positive body image
Feminist Issue , believes some families have become so messed up about food that they think it's perfectly normal now to be anxious about body issues. "We parents may think we are trying to make it better for our children, but often we are just passing down
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An exciting Christmas break
On 08/08/2011 in Perfect for...
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Whether it’s snowflakes or soft sand, there’s a perfect yule for you!
There’s more sparkle at the historic Navy Pier with 750,000 lights, 25,000 ornaments, and hundreds of decorated trees, while the Christkindlmarket Festival is the largest Christmas market in the US, showcasing German foods and trinkets. For kitsch family
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Martinhal resort in Portugal
On 05/08/2011 in Europe
Perfectly placed on Portugal’s western Algarve, Martinhal defies convention by combining design aesthetics with child-friendly fun
sports. The activities helped burn off the food from the two family restaurants, which were excellent. We also appreciated the provision of games nearby so the children could play whilst we supped local rosé. The restaurant Os Gambozinos sits on the main
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