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Win a 7-Night All-Inclusive Holiday to Lanzarote for Just €4.99!
Flights, hotel, food & drinks — everything included for two people. Draw takes place this Saturday 8th Nov! I know you love a good travel deal — and what could be better than jetting off to Lanzarote for just €4.99? Gold Vault Giveaways are offering one lucky winner a 7-night, 4-star all-inclusive escape for two. Flights, hotel, food and…
7 Day Swiss Travel Pass Itinerary with Kids: The Ultimate Family-Friendly Guide to Switzerland by Train
Imagine gliding past mirror-like lakes, stepping off a train to discover a fairytale castle, or waking up to snow-capped peaks filling your balcony view. This summer, we swapped car journeys and airport stress for a 7 day Swiss Travel Pass family itinerary – and it turned out to be one of the most magical trips…
75+ Halloween Events in Ireland 2025
Halloween in Ireland is unlike anywhere else in the world – it’s where the festival began, and every year the celebrations just keep getting bigger and better. From pumpkin patches and family-friendly festivals to haunted tours, ghostly parades, and spine-tingling scare attractions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Below, I’ve pulled together over 50 of…
Our Eurocamp Stay at Terme Čatež: Slovenia’s Best-Kept Family Holiday Secret
Giant slides, mountain views, and a resort that blew our expectations out of the water. Every now and then, a holiday comes along that’s so good, you almost don’t want to share it because you want to keep it all to yourself. That’s exactly how we felt about our stay at Terme Čatež with Eurocamp…
Save Money on Your Next Adventure with an Exclusive Discount!
Looking for amazing experiences without breaking the bank? Whether you’re planning a city break, a theme park visit, or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, I have an exclusive discount just for you! For a limited time, you can save money off worldwide tours, activities, and attractions. From iconic landmarks to thrilling theme parks, this discount will make…
Top 25 Campsites in Europe for Families with Teenagers
The top 25 Eurocamp Style campsites in Europe listed below were compiled based on the results of an Instagram survey. I asked my lovely followers on Instagram to send me in their top campsites in Europe for families with teenagers. If booking any of the below campsites with Irish Company KelAir Campotel you can use…
Unforgettable Family Fun at HU Norcenni Girasole Club with Eurocamp
We absolutely love campsite holidays; in our opinion, they are the best type of holiday for families with young kids. We embark on a number of campsite holidays every year. The freedom they offer kids to explore independently, meet new friends, and engage in activities and entertainment is second to none. In recent years, we’ve…
Discover the Charm of New Smyrna Beach: A Perfect Family Getaway Near Orlando’s Attractions
Nestled along Florida’s east coast, New Smyrna Beach is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Known for its pristine beaches, charming small-town atmosphere, and a plethora of family-friendly activities, this coastal town offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. What makes New Smyrna Beach even more appealing is its…
Lapland on a budget – In 5 simple steps
In this blog post I am going to take you through step by step instructions on how you can take your family to Lapland without breaking the bank. So many people get overwhelmed when it comes to booking and planning a Lapland holiday, and because of this many people think that the only way to…
Discovering Paradise at The Grove Resort in Orlando
Make sure you read to the end for some breaking news straight from The Grove 😉 Orlando, Florida, is renowned for its magical attractions and world-famous theme parks, but nestled away from the hustle and bustle lies a hidden gem that offers a different kind of enchantment – The Grove Resort. This luxurious resort is…
The Ultimate Guide to the Best All Inclusive Hotels and Resorts in Europe for families
The top 60 All Inclusive Resorts in Europe (and Turkey) listed below were compiled based on the results of an Instagram survey. I asked my lovely followers on Instagram to send me in their absolute favourite All Inclusive Resorts in Europe and these were the top 60. 1. Ikos Resorts, Greece & Spain A collection…
The best rainy day activity for families in Co. Louth
Funtasia Waterpark & Themepark, Drogheda, Co. Louth (only 20 minutes from Dublin Airport). If you’re looking for things to do in Co. Louth with kids, Funtasia should be at the very top of your list. There is limitless fun to be had at Funtasia Theme Park Drogheda. Discover the thrills and spills galore to be had…
The Friendliest Little Pet Farm in Co. Kerry.
Sandy Feet Farm, Camp, Tralee, Co. Kerry If you’re looking for things to do in Kerry with kids, make sure you add this to the top of your list. No visit to Co. Kerry is complete without taking a spin out to Sandy Feet Farm. This family run pet farm is located on the main…
How to find cheap flights for your summer holidays!
It’s no secret that flying during the school holidays can be notoriously expensive. However, it doesn’t have to be. If you can be flexible with your dates and destination then you can find some really great value flights even for the most expensive times of year. Below I am going to give you step by…
Easy to Reach Campsites in Europe
Campsites that are close to an international airport are handy for so many reasons. In this post I am going to list some of the best campsites in Europe that are within easy reach of an international airport (with direct flights from Ireland). All of the campsites listed are less than 30 minutes from an…
Dublin Airport Parking
When it comes to holidays, I think I speak for everyone when I say the least enjoyable part is parking the car, dragging your suitcases to the nearest bus shelter to wait for the shuttle bus and embracing the glorious Irish weather i.e., wind and rain while you wait. Am I right? Or is it…
Pumpkin Patches Ireland
I have had lots of requests recently to put together a list of Pumpkin Patches around Ireland that will be operating in 2022. I have done a lot of research to bring you an extensive list, and I really hope it helps you to plan a memorable family day out with the kids this Halloween.…
8 Days along the Wild Atlantic Way (with kids)
Stick the kettle on lads, I’m about to take you on a virtual trip along the Wild Atlantic Way. We set out on this trip in July 2021 with 2 kids in tow. It was actually a 9 day trip, but one of the days and nights was spent with family, so we will breeze…
20 Family Activities in Wexford
I’m delighted to be writing this blog post right now, we are heading on a little staycation to Wexford next week so I’m hoping to inspire myself as well as the rest of you guys. Whether you are planning a trip to the Sunny Southeast, or you live locally and are looking for day trip…
20 Family Activities in Kerry
Welcome back to our blog, thanks a million for taking the time out of your day to check out our latest list of fun family activities. This time around we are taking a virtual trip to The Kingdom. Kerry has so much to offer, it wasn’t easy narrowing it down to just 20 activities. I…
20 Family Activities in Cork
I have decided to embark on the enormous task of compiling 32 blog posts of things to do in each county in Ireland. I know what you’re thinking.. ‘you will never complete it Tara’, and you’re probably right, but sure look we will give it a bash and see how it goes. First up, the…
The Irish Bucket List
If there is one thing that this pandemic has thought us, it is that this little island that we are so lucky to call home is breathtakingly beautiful. There are so many little gems to discover and explore right under our noses, and I am ashamed to say that pre pandemic we took very little…
Quirky Accommodation Ireland
Glamping in Ireland has been growing in popularity over the past few years, and even more so in 2020 with the rise in numbers of people swapping their usual international trips for short staycations in Ireland. When you think of glamping, you may visualise the typical bell tents or glamping pods, however there are a…
Duinrell, Holiday Park and Amusement Park
We spent three nights in Duinrell, in September 2019, and we are already planning our trip back. If I was to describe the Holiday Park in three words it would be: Paradise for children. We would happily have stayed for longer but with Ellie starting school this year, and Brian having very little annual leave…
How to save for family holidays, without breaking the bank
One question we get asked ALOT is, ‘How can you afford to go on so many holidays’? Do you often ask yourself why you are struggling to make ends meet, when that Mary one down the road is off on her tenth holiday of the year? Or why Paddy and Sheila are heading off on…
Sol Katmandu Park & Resort
We visited Sol Katmandu Park & Resort for 7 nights in May 2018, our last holiday as a family of 3. We were looking for an all inclusive hotel, short flight (as I was 7 months pregnant), with a splash park and plenty to do for Ellie, who was 3 years old at the time.…
5 Family Holiday Must Haves!
Right lads, let’s get one thing straight before we continue. The title may be a tad exaggerated. ‘Must Haves’ is a fairly strong claim to make! But look, ‘things you and the kids may or may not like for your holidays’ just doesn’t cut the mustard really, does it? So we will leave it as…
The Best Travel Speaker
Echo Dot (3rd Gen) We are definitely late to the party on this one! We only recently joined the Alexa family, with our purchase of the Echo Dot (3rd Gen), and I can honestly say that the whole family is loving it. You can never have too many gadgets, right? So, what gives the Echo…
Our favourite All Inclusive European Family Resort
Gran Castillo Tagoro, Playa Blanca Lanzarote We first visited Gran Castillo Tagoro in April 2017, and we are due to return in a couple of weeks for our 4th stay. We have stayed in our fair share of holiday resorts over the years, some good and some not so good. We all agree however, that…
The best baby pool float: 3-6 month olds
There are so many benefits to starting your baby swimming at a young age. My two favourites are: If you are about to embark on your first trip to the pool, or first holiday with your little bundle of joy, then you are probably wondering what flotation device (if any) you should buy. It is…
Booking Cheap Flights: Tips and Tricks
Flights can often prove the most costly part of any family trip. There is nothing more frustrating than finding a super deal on accommodation, only to find out that you would need to re-mortgage the house to afford the flights. Don’t worry, there are plenty of ways to bag yourself flights that won’t cost you…
3 Ways to remember your family holidays forever
The days of collecting fridge magnets are numbered. With most household appliances now being integrated, there are not many places around the home that you can display the hundreds of magnets that you have accumulated over the years. How many magnets have you thrown out because they have either fallen off the fridge or been…
Travel with a baby: Tips and Tricks
If you are reading this blog post, you are more than likely preparing for a trip with your little one(s) or you are considering booking one. If it is the latter, then take some advice from the guys at Nike and ‘Just do it’. Travelling with a baby for the first time can be daunting,…
Flipflops and Floaties 