Nestling on Lake Michigan in Illinois, Chicago is one of the largest cities in the US. The city is renowned for its striking skyline of bold architecture and skyscrapers and for its iconic art galleries and museums. However, looking at architecture and exploring dry and boring museums probably won’t keep the kids happy on vacation in Chicago. Read on to find out some...
If you are visiting Chicago and want a fun and alternative way to see the city you can enjoy a cruise on Fred A. Busse, a fireboat that was on duty from 1937 to 1981. Chicago Fireboat Tours offers a cruise through history, with fabulous views of the city all around. Chicago Fireboat Tours are back Chicagoans and tourists alike can hop on board the Fred A. Busse for a...
San Francisco is famous for its Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown and the Financial District. However, those are mostly adult attractions, so how does this Californian city keep the kids happy and smiling? The city has incredible museums, like the Exploratorium and the Musée Mécanique and a well-laid-out zoo. San Francisco also has the House...
When traveling with the kids, families always have to bear in mind what the destination has to offer for the little ones. Moreover, it needs to be a destination that they, as parents, also appreciate. One US city is that and more, as San Diego has the beaches, the zoo, Legoland and much more. Meanwhile, the locals are friendly and the city has a wealth of excellent...
Carvoeiro is located in the Lagoa municipality of the Algarve in Portugal. As with all the coastal areas of the region, the town has beautiful coves and golden sandy beaches backed by rocky cliffs. Its main beach, Praia do Carvoeiro, stands next to traditional white fishermen’s houses. Meanwhile, the beach is the most popular with visitors who relax on the sand next...
The Caribbean has many great islands for the family, but some, like Barbados, stand out as safe and kid-friendly places for a family vacation. This idyllic island offers some of the best family-friendly resorts, safe beaches and so much more to keep the kids happy. While beaches are a no-brainer for the whole family, the island has so much more to explore. Read on to...
Costa Rica is a beautiful Central American country with coastlines on the Caribbean and Pacific. Meanwhile, the country has endless rainforests and protected jungles to explore its biodiversity, teeming with beautiful wildlife. We recently looked at marine activities to be had in the country and now look at land-based adventures. Moreover, Costa Rica is one of the...
France is renowned for its delicious cuisine, excellent wines, history and the French Riviera. However, when it comes to a family vacation, the European nation offers plenty of fun for children of all ages. Read on to find out more about four of the best theme parks available for a family vacation in France. Disneyland Paris A family vacation in Paris would not be...
Summer is almost here, which is the ideal time for a family vacation in the beautiful city of Lisbon in Portugal. Meanwhile, more attractions are available on the Lisbon coast, perfect for fun day trips to beautiful villages and great beaches. Read on to find out some of the attractions available on the Lisbon Coast of Portugal for families. Also, learn how the...
Mykonos Island nestles in the Cyclades of the southern Aegean Sea in Greece, between Syros, Tinos, Paros and Naxos. The island is known as a prestigious place for travelers in Greece and is deeply cosmopolitan and multicultural. In fact, it gained a reputation in the 1960s as a place for artists, hippies and the wealthy to visit. Nowadays, Mykonos is a...