How friendly are extended family holidays?

Relaxing over a glass of wine after dinner with friends, discussions turned to holidaying with extended family and groups of friends. And whether family holidays are family friendly? Let me preface this by saying that spending your holiday with extended family and close friends can be a wonderful experience. Your children have others to play with … Continue reading “How friendly are extended family holidays?”

Small gifts make a huge difference

As focussed as I am on finding perfect accommodation for a family holiday, I am equally passionate about what I want to do while away. I believe a holiday should be an educational experience – especially for my children. On our recent holiday to Fiji, visiting a local school was on my bucket list. I wanted … Continue reading “Small gifts make a huge difference”

Two night minimum detrimental to families?

I am currently trying to book accommodation for a weekend away with hubby to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary. The kids are being looked after on Saturday night and we want to go to a popular Victorian bayside town, where we have booked into a local attraction. The problem is trying to find accommodation for … Continue reading “Two night minimum detrimental to families?”

Parental responsibility cannot take a holiday

Family holidays brings us together with a wide range of people. But what happens when other families let their children run riot with seemingly no rules?

Family holidays brings us together with a wide range of people. But what happens when other families let their children run riot with seemingly no rules?