Travel
We're all going on a little holiday... here's where we're going or where we went. And my thoughts on aspects of living in a foreign country.
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An afternoon at the Berlin Zoo
If you are visiting Berlin with children, spend an afternoon at the Berlin Zoo. It is full of history and the variety of animals is second to none.
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7 reasons why it’s good for kids to travel
Whether local travel, road trips, family visits or overseas holidays, travel is extremely beneficial for kids. Here are just 7 (of many) benefits that travel gives kids.
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We’re spending Christmas in Australia
We're spending Christmas in Australia! Apart from spending time with family and catching up with friends, we have a number of things planned and that we want to show Miss M. Here's what we will be up to.
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How to pack your suitcase like a pro
Are you travelling for the holidays? Do you have a long-distance trip on the horizon? Follow our tips to make packing a breeze. Now all you have to do is work out what to take.
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The best German Christmas markets
Germany has a long Christmas market tradition going back nearly 700 years. We take a look at this tradition and then tell you which markets, in our opinion, are the biggest, best and most unusual and definitely worth visiting.
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Great Christmas gifts for travellers
We are a family that loves to travel. We love showing Miss M the world that we live in and different places and cultures. This year we have been to Brussels, Amsterdam, Munich, Berlin, Italy and soon Australia. At Christmas – or any time really – gifts for travellers and travelling are perfect! Travel gifts basically fall into one of three categories: Gifts about travelling or new places Something useful for when you are travelling and Presents to remind the recipient of a trip they have taken. Just a note: I am not a member of any affiliate programs, so I will receive no benefit from you purchasing any of…
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How to make travelling for the holidays easier
The few days either side of major holidays such as Thanksgiving or Christmas are the busiest days of the year for airports and airlines. There is a good chance that you or someone close to you will be travelling these holidays. Follow these five tips for a smoother flight.
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Best small Italian towns to visit in the north of Italy
We've looked at some of the smaller towns and at the amusement parks that are a big draw for kids, but now it's time to look at some of the smaller towns in the north of Italy. Each has their own charm and interesting things to see. Here are the best small towns to see in the north of Italy.
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St Martin’s Day celebrations
Traditionally, Halloween is not celebrated in Germany. However, in the Rhineland and other areas of Germany, the celebrations on St Martin's Day mean that kids do not miss out on 'trick or treating' or on the opportunity to dress up in costumes.
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The Italian amusement parks near Verona
Verona is a great city to use as a base for an Italian family holiday, not least because of the four (soon five) amusement parks in the area. Which one is best for your family and what else do you need to know?
