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Continue reading →: Hiking with kids in SwitzerlandHiking with kids in Switzerland is an adventure like no other—think breathtaking mountain views, sparkling lakes, and endless meadows to explore. In this post, I’m sharing all our favourite trails from several family trips to the Swiss alps, all of which we have completed with our two boys aged 5…
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Continue reading →: Must see JapanLooking for inspiration for your trip to Japan? You have come to the right place! We have spent time on all four of the main islands of Japan Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu and Hokkaido. While every island has so much to offer – unique culture, stunning scenery, history and culture –…
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Continue reading →: Japan Travel Etiquette: Do’s and Don’t for First Time VisitorsAvoid these common tourist errors – learn from our experiences. In other words, we’ve made these mistakes so you don’t have to! Travelling to Japan is amazing. It’s exciting, unique, and unforgettable, but navigating the country’s customs and traditions can be tricky for first-time visitors. We’ve been there—made the mistakes,…
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Continue reading →: The reason why Japan should be at the top of every family’s bucket listWe think Japan is an amazing destination for everyone, especially families because it’s safe, clean, and packed with fun things to do. Japan might not immediately come to mind as a top family vacation spot, especially in the UK, where family holidays are usually sold as beach trips to Europe or theme…
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Continue reading →: Our Japan Trip ItineraryWe embarked on a whirlwind tour of central Japan, covering the highlights of this amazing country on a 4 week backpacking trip. There’s something so irresistibly captivating about travel in Japan. It’s a country that seems full of contradictions; both modern and ancient, with a hidden culture unlike anywhere we’ve…
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Continue reading →: 5 days in NisekoWe spent five amazing days in Niseko, Hokkaido indulging in delicious Japanese cuisine, learning to ski and soaking in the stunning mountain scenery. Things to do in Niseko Niseko is a true gem and with its excellent skiing, delicious food, warm hospitality and culture its a great holiday destination in…
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Continue reading →: The perfect day in London with kidsOne of the best and most visited cities in the world, London is a brilliant city for families – there is so much to see and do for kids, the hard part is narrowing it down. We are lucky to be a short train ride from our buzzing capital city,…
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Continue reading →: Best places to visit on a family trip GermanyAll our favourite places from various family road trips to Germany. Berlin In a blog about the best of Germany, we have to start off by talking about Berlin. This vibrant city was on our wish list to visit for ages. We love visiting cities with the kids – there…
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Continue reading →: Our Canada trip on a budget; Why we had to rethink our big adventure.We had to face our budget realities – and downsize our dream trip to make it work. I’m sure there must be many other families in this situation, where changing financial dynamics and pressures on family budgets end up affecting travels plans. Instead of disaster, we wanted to see it…
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Continue reading →: How to spend the perfect day with kids in Heidelberg, GermanyHeidelberg is a lovely university town in southwest Germany, situated on a beautiful stretch of the River Neckar. Here, the cobbled streets of the old town buzz with life and atmosphere, while the medival castle and bridge bring a magical fairytale charm. Add in the picturesque river side walks and…
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