Cologne is one of the largest cities in Germany and it also one of the most interesting. Straddling the Rhine River, the city is dominated by the massive Cologne Cathedral, which defines the city’s skyline. The history of Cologne is… Continue Reading
The capital of Germany is a city that is rich with history, tradition, art and culture. Since emerging as the capital of the Kingdom of Prussia in 1701 the city of Berlin has played a key role in shaping the… Continue Reading
Valencia is one Spain’s most fascinating cities – a history stretching back to the Roman Empire when Roman colonists settled there around the year 100BC. When the Moors from Northern Africa took control of most of the Iberian peninsula (around… Continue Reading
There is something magical about Madrid. It is a stunning city rich in culture and history, a window into the world of Spain’s majestic past and modern, cosmopolitan future. In this article I describe a few options for a family-friendly… Continue Reading
In years gone by, Biarritz was the glamorous holiday destination favoured by European royalty and the world’s celebrities. On the Atlantic coast in the South West of France, Biarritz has a surf beach, beautiful weather and the best of the… Continue Reading
There is something strangely appealing about the British seaside. Pebble beaches, fish and chips, candy rock, and amusement parks. A faded glamour that hints at bygone days before budget flights made the rest of the world so much more accessible… Continue Reading
When you imagine old-world Germany, the world of Grimms’ Fairy Tales, chances are you are conjuring up images of men in lederhosen, huge steins of beer, rich comforting food, and a love of music and dancing. Chances are you are… Continue Reading
Covent Garden is one of the most exciting and vibrant areas in central London. But is it a good place to take the kids? Absolutely. In this article we share some of our top Covent Garden highlights for a family… Continue Reading
If your family is obsessed with the world of Harry Potter, then one of the destinations in the United Kingdom that will probably appeal to them is the English university town of Oxford. While Oxford may not be teeming with… Continue Reading
Aachen is one of those small cities in Germany that is easy to overlook (especially if you are on a whirlwind tour or Europe), but this ancient gem is very easy to get to and definitely worth avisit. It is… Continue Reading