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Europe: The Ultimate Family Guide

Within Europe, you can find holidays of every variety; from relaxing beach vacations to high-energy activity breaks. Whether you prefer warm sunshine and lazy mornings, or deep snow and thrilling adventures, there is a European holiday out there for you. Take a look at this handy guide to the best family holidays in Europe and get planning for 2013 today.

Monaco

One of the most alluring and vibrant cities in Europe, Monaco is a place that definitely has something for everyone. There are a number of exotic gardens to stroll through, encapsulating the beauty and colour of the country, as well as museums featuring amazing works of art and culture that are sure to suit everyone’s tastes. And if you just want to relax and chill out, there are beautiful sandy beaches to spend the day on – perfect for a family day out.

Elba Island, Italy

A wonderfully well-kept secret, Elba Island is not one of the most visited places in Italy but it is certainly worth a trip. A large part of the island is dedicated [Read more…]

5 Top Family Activities in Turkey

It’s great to get away for a couple of weeks over the summer with the family, but while the
sun, sea and sand is often entertainment enough for the adults, it’s a good idea to have a
few child-friendly day trips in mind to keep everyone happy. Cheap flights to Turkey also
mean a family break doesn’t have to cost the earth. There are lots of attractions around the
towns of Antalya and Marmaris in the southwest of the country that the little ones will love,
and you might even find you’re enjoying a day out at one just as much.

Dinopark, Antalya
Jurassic Park fans will love this one. Europe’s biggest ‘dinopark’ is located in Antalya, on
the coastal road between Konyaalti and Kemer. It features life-sized animatronic dinosaurs,
including a big T-Rex head which can comfortably fit in 3 children for a photo opportunity.
There’s an option for budding palaeontologists to dig for fossils, and a water park there to
cool off in at the end of the day. Admission is free for children 6 years and under.

Minicity, Antalya
Admittedly, I am quite a fan of model villages, but this place really is great! An amazing
amount of detail has gone into creating miniature versions of some of the most iconic
Turkish buildings and monuments, including Istanbul’s fabulous Hagia Sophia and the
Dolmabahce Palace. It opens at 8am and everything is outside so it’s best to get there in the
morning before baking temperatures set in. Entry is just 5 Lira (under $3).

Atlantis Water Park, Marmaris
Atlantis Water Park [Read more…]