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Junior's guide to igloos and snowy fun
On 15/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Stay at an impressive ice hotel, gaze at the dramatic spectacle of the Northern lights and have a jolly time with Santa
There’s a certain romance about the idea of building your own icy igloo and snuggling down for the night. However, if that sounds like a bit too much like hard work, why not book into the Ice Hotel in Swedish Lapland? Chiselled out of ice
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Sweets in the city
On 22/12/2012 in UK
Enjoy sugar-filled treats at The Dorchester Hotel in London
was constructed using over 2000 individual pieces baked by the hotel pastry team. Prices from £486 for a double room. For details, visit www.thedorchester.comRead more...Enjoy an ice-skating session in the French capitalSeek out winter sun in Dubai
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Pirouetting in Paris
On 10/12/2012 in Europe
Enjoy an ice-skating session in the French capital
Hotel Plaza Athenee, ParisAdd a touch of magic to your family's Christmas celebrations with festive ice-skating at La Cour du Jardin at Hotel Plaza Athenee in Paris. As your child perfects her pirouettes, you can sit back and relax with patisseries
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Winner Best UK Family Hotel - Claridge's, London
On 20/05/2012 in Travel Awards
Indulge in the perfect family getaway in our lovely British Isles at one of these fine establishments
Don’t make the mistake of thinking that one of the world’s finest and most historic hotels is an adults-only affair. Far from it: the Family Heaven package at the iconic Claridge's in Mayfair is just that, making every member of your clan feel
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Postcard from...China
On 08/08/2011 in Long-haul
China is a fantastic destination to visit from climbing the Great Wall to walking around the Forbidden City
of unusual vehicles – from rickshaws and bikes to sleeper trains. The Harbin Ice Festival on New Year’s Eve also features spectacular ice sculptures. Parents will love... The cultural feast where you’ll witness the delights of ancient dynasties, such as the 9
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Dukes hotel's Christmas package
On 08/08/2011 in Perfect for...
A Christmas Family Sparkle package will make viewing London's top attractions a magical experience
London takes on a magical air of sparkle at Christmas time, from the twinkling lights of Trafalgar Square to Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland. Dukes hotel in London’s Mayfair has a Christmas Family Sparkle package, which is ideal for taking in London
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Christmas markets in Europe
On 08/08/2011 in Europe
Get your family into the festive spirit at some of Europe’s Christmas markets
in Copenhagen, Denmark, has a lovely market and a quirky village of mechanical elves. Stay at the D’Angleterre from £322 per night (www.dangleterre.com). Finally, Cologne in Germany has a number of markets, as well as nativity scenes, concerts and an ice rink
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Explore’s Family Adventures tours
On 24/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Find out the most popular holiday activities, destinations and celebrities according to Explore’s Family Adventures tours' survey...
According to a survey of families who had embarked on one of Explore’s Family Adventures tours, children’s favourite places to stay were in a tipi at Bryce Canyon in the United States, and The Ice Hotel in Sweden. The exciting experiences
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Rockin' in the Caribbean
On 23/01/2012 in Long-haul
Take the children to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in the Dominican Republic
Located on a sandy beach overlooking secluded lagoons and a river, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino at Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic has three children’s swimming pools with slides, a children’s club, arcade centre and playground. Family Level
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Austrian adventures
On 23/08/2011 in Ski & activity
If you fancy a skiing holiday with a few more exciting winter sports thrown in for good measure, then visit the beautiful Brand Valley in Austria
To experience interior design that’s almost as beautiful as the stunning surrounding mountain scenery, stay at the Walliserhof hotel, which has host of differently designed rooms that are all chic in their own unique way, such as the pure white
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