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Ice-Skating Etiquette for Children
On 23/11/2012 in Leisure
If you fancy taking to the ice during the festive season, here's how to make your visit a success
skills like falling and getting up again, as well as best techniques for skating – and stopping. And of course there are classes for adults too: if you’re nifty and steady on the ice, you’ll be better able to help your child. The best way to aid them
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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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Disney On Ice Tour 2011
On 21/09/2011 in Days Out
Get your skates on as the magical world of Disney comes to life on the ice
of The Little Mermaid and to discover the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with diminutive darling Tinkerbell, all hosted by veteran Disney couple Mickey and Minnie Mouse.The stars of Disney On Ice are strapping on their skates from October 4
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The coolest ice rinks in the UK
On 01/12/2010 in Days Out
Get your skates on and have a sparkling time at one of these fantastic ice rinks
Cambridge On IceNovember 20–January 2Head to Parker's Piece green for open-air skating fun at Cambridge On Ice. Time: 9am–9pm (Mon–Weds, Sun), 9am–10pm (Thurs, Fri, Sat). Cost: £8.95 (adults), £6.50 (children).CB1 1JF.Canary WharfNovember 13–January
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London’s Winter Ice Rinks
On 06/12/2012 in Days Out
Get your skates on at one of the capital’s icy attractions
-of-the-range skates are available for children who fancy themselves as tiny Torvils plus fresh modern cuisine and drinks will be provided by rinkside eatery, The Moose.Hyde Park Winter WonderlandUntil January 6London’s largest winter event is a festive feast
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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
’s many festive attractions, from gift shopping or seeing a West End show to ice skating at Somerset House or building a snowman in nearby St James’s Park. The package is for a family of four between December 12–23 and 26–30 and includes one night’s stay
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Little dance divas
On 11/08/2011 in Perfect for...
Young ballet fans will love the celebrations for the centenary of Les Ballets Russes in Monaco
visit to the quaint Christmas market and be dazzled by the stunning Christmas lights in Casino Square. Go ice skating by the harbour and visit the city’s excellent Oceanographic Museum. Two nights’ B&B at the Columbus Hotel December 9–20 costs from €350
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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
Edelweiss or the cosy Romantik. As well as 55km of pistes on your doorstep, there are 40km of hiking trails and a 4km-long tobogganing run. There’s also ice skating on the nearby natural rink on Tuesday and Thursday nights and a spa offering massage
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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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Ski, snow and skate in the Bavarian Alps
On 07/12/2012 in Europe
The whole family will love the sanctuary of Schloss Elmau
. Delightful in spring and summer, as the snow falls you can take in the fresh mountain air as you hit the slopes, and the ski concierge will take care of equipment, planning, and bookings.Ice-skating and horse-drawn carriages are also available nearby
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