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Whale and dolphin-watching
On 26/08/2011 in Perfect for...
In summer the Azores are the ideal spot for whale and dolphin-spotting, with around 24 species in the Atlantic waters around these islands
At least four species – sperm whale, bottlenose dolphins, common dolphins and Risso’s dolphins – make these Gulf-stream warmed waters their home. Only three-and-a-half hour flights from Gatwick, this is a great educational experience as well as a
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Have a whale of a time in SeaWorld Orlando
On 10/08/2011 in Long-haul
Meet Shamu, the lovable whale, or jump onto a roller coaster that let's you get up close to amazing sea creatures at Orlando's Seaworld
experience, visit Shamu – the gentle killer whale.Seven nights at the Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld costs from £867 per adult (based on two adults sharing) and £287 per child.Read our guide to The finest holidays to get soaked in.
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A cool new version of the traditional rocking horse
On 01/08/2008 in Interiors
Rocky the seal, whale and dog were the trio of hip, alternative rocking horses that grabbed an enormous amount of interest at the Milan furniture fair
for a seal, a whale or a dog – all made from plywood and available in an array of vibrant colours from Geoffrey Drayton for £550.
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Orlando blooms
On 24/08/2011 in Long-haul
Dine with the whales, swim with dolphins, or nose-dive down water slides, Florida’s metropolis of theme parks will leave you in a sunshine state
on our wettest holiday ever… Our hotel, the Renaissance Resort, was situated a stone’s throw from SeaWorld, the marine-life theme park that’s home to killer whale, Shamu, and a plethora of sealife. Set in 200 acres, the best way to get around
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A Hawaiian dream holiday
On 11/08/2011 in Perfect for...
You and your family will be kept extremely busy in Hawaii from taking a drive around the crater of Kilauea Volcano to visiting any of the many ranches
Hawaii is a fantastic family destination with everything from stargazing to whale watching. You could become a paniolo – a Hawaiian cowboy – for the day at one of the various ranches that are located across the islands, or visit Hawaii Volcanoes
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Chocovenyl's wacky wall transfers
On 01/11/2009 in Interiors
Notable illustrators across the globe have collaborated with Chocovenyl to create whimsical wall transfer designs
Chocovenyl is a new company specialising in repositionable wall transfers for children’s rooms. The range features collaborations with leading illustrators from around the world and themes range from transport to whales, but we love Adolie Day
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Winner Best Travel Product 2012 - Trunki PaddlePak
On 20/05/2012 in Travel Awards
These are the products to make every journey more family-friendly
easier, a roll-top fastening to prevent leakage, and two handy pockets for sunglasses or goggles. Even better (as far as your child is concerned) the PaddlePak comes in two funky, marine-inspired designs. Choose between Willy the killer whale and Jaws
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Magical Mozambique
On 24/08/2011 in Long-haul
Emulate Robinson Crusoe on the stunning white sand of Vamizi Island in Mozambique
, fishing and whale and dolphin watching. You can even enjoy a castaway picnic on a private beach.Scott Dunn offers six nights from £3,484 per adult and £2,397 per child, based on two adults and two children sharing a family villa on a fully-inclusive basis
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Animal magic in South Africa
On 26/08/2011 in Perfect for...
Rocktail Beach Camp is offering you the opportunity to see many beautiful animals from elephants to dolphins in South Africa
Dolphins and leatherback turtles in the sea, reedbuck and elephants at waterholes in the bush, sightings of humpback whales during their annual migration – the Rocktail Beach Camp offers you the chance to see them all. This new family resort in the
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Postcard from… Tahiti
On 18/11/2011 in Long-haul
A brilliant idea for a perfect holiday
Where? The largest of the Polynesian Islands set in the aquamarine waters of the Pacific Ocean.Why go there? The weather, enchanting marinelife, local culture and lots to keep children occupied.Children will love... Dolphin and whale spotting
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