Travel Guide Archives

Travelling Later? Save now with these Mumz Travel Favorites

While you might be staying put for the winter, and why wouldn't you, its the absolute best time to be in the region with the climate being at its best. It will however, before you know it be time to jet off on a break, or perhaps you might be travelling for the summer – ...

How to Survive Journeys with Kids

Travelling with children can be a hard slog. Yes, it'll all be worth it once you get there. But it might not feel like that when, a mere 40 minutes into the trip, you've got an inconsolable four-year-old, and only one wet wipe and half a packet of cheese and onion crisps left. Such incidents ...

Family Holidays (and How to Survive Them)

Ahhhh … destination holidays. Lie-ins, leisurely breakfasts, relaxing by the pool. Sightseeing, afternoon naps, perhaps a massage, followed by candlelit dinners for two, and a quiet, relaxing hotel room. You can stay up as late as you like, because you don’t have to get up early tomorrow! Oh, wait. Hang on a minute. You have ...

The UAE’s Hidden Gem, Why You Need to Visit Sharjah

Want to escape the city and see something new this weekend? Just next door to Dubai is an emirate full of secret gems that are perfect for the whole family. Next weekend, take a trip to Sharjah and discover some of the many ideal family hangouts. Shop travel essentials Al Majaz Corniche A patch of beautiful ...

Top tips for flying with a toddler

Flying with a toddler this summer? Mumsnetters have clocked up plenty of air miles with toddlers in tow. Here's what they've learned. Shop travel essentials 1. It all begins with the bag of surprises "Buy several small items, wrap them individually and produce one when you need a new distraction. Bear in mind that security can be strict ...

TOP 3 SPRING BREAK IDEAS

It’s always amazing how time goes by so quickly. Celebrations for the new year have hardly ended and we are almost through the month of January. It’s time to get planning and packing for Spring Break coming up in late March. If you’re looking for inspiration on where to take your family, here are some ...