Where to stay in Orlando, what theme parks to visit, and when is the best time to go? My top tips on how to plan a trip to Orlando will ensure you make the most out of this magical trip. I booked many holidays to Orlando when I was a travel agent, and I even […]
Family Holidays
The Travel Expert gives top tips for booking the best family holidays, showcases her favourite destinations and the best travel deals.
From self catering apartments in Spain to all inclusive resorts in Greece, I’ve got ten family holiday deals in July and August to tempt you. Travel is certainly back with a bang! Everyone I talk to is planning holidays, and I am delighted to see so many of you getting inspiration from my travel guides. […]
Peppa Pig and Harry Potter experiences, Bear Grylls and wildlife adventures, shows, sports and theme park thrills, I’ve got 10 great family breaks in the UK for children of all ages. Have you a budding builder in your house? Perhaps you have an animal lover or football fanatic? With flights from Ireland to the UK […]
Wondering what things to do in New York with kids? I’ve got you covered. Find out my top family attractions, where to get the best views and top food spots in this post. New York with kids, is not something that you usually see side by side. But if I still feel wonder after countless […]
The early bird catches the family holiday deal to the Algarve in August! Stay at the highly rated Aquashow Hotel with waterpark on-site! The Algarve is one of my favourite holiday destinations. I have visited many times, both with and without children. I particularly love the beaches there – there are over 100 of them […]
7km of white sandy beaches, a private yacht marina, 27 restaurants and mind-blowing facilities – is Sani Resort Europe’s best family resort? Trying to find a luxury hotel that caters equally for adults and children can be a challenge. I’m tired of hearing the old cliché – ‘if kids are happy then parents are happy’. […]
From transport to tickets, dining tips to Disney’s Premier Access, these Disneyland Paris tips will help you make the most of your visit. I have visited Disneyland Paris on a few occasions, but I thought it best to consult the experts for their top Disneyland Paris tips. The Disneyland Paris Tips for Irish team are […]
Planning a trip to Disneyland Paris? I’ve got the best Disneyland Paris hotels to suit all tastes and budgets, including Disney properties, motels and self-catering options. I have visited Disneyland Paris on a few occasions, but with new hotels opening all the time, and others being reimagined, I felt it was important to get some […]
Think Disney is just for young children? Think again! Check out my top things to do in Disney World Florida with teens below. Like many, I had preconceived ideas about Disney World. We have been to Disneyland Paris, and while we loved it, I felt it was more geared towards younger children. I naively thought […]
When visiting Orlando’s numerous theme parks, time is off the essence! Make sure you check out my top tips and find out all you need to know about Universal Orlando Resort before you go. Orlando is without a doubt one of the world’s best family holiday destinations. However, did you know there are over 20 […]
The best rides, how to avoid queues, dining recommendations and the best views, check out my top things to do in Universal Studios Orlando and get the most out of your visit. There are so many things to do in Universal Studios and we had so many amazing experiences, that I struggled to limit this […]
Water sports, greenways, fairy trails and Ireland’s highest slide – there are many things to do in Wicklow with kids. Here are some of my favourites. Living so close to the Garden of Ireland, I have been fortunate to visit Wicklow with my kids on many occasions. We have enjoyed many walks around Glendalough, visited […]
From self catering apartments to luxury 5-star hotels, I’ve hand picked apartments, hotels and campsites for the best Salou holidays for families. Literally translating as ‘The Golden Coast’, Spain’s Costa Dorada covers 216km of coastline south of Barcelona. This stretch of the Mediterranean certainly lives up to its name, boasting an abundance of beautiful sandy […]
I have teamed up with TUI, the family holiday specialists, to bring you my top ten All Inclusive resorts for families next summer. Whether you want a water park holiday in Spain, a relaxing resort in the Algarve, or a luxury All Inclusive resort in Greece, these All Inclusive resorts for families from TUI will […]
Luxury villas in Marbella, hidden gems in Calpe, as well as beauties in the Balearic and Canary Islands – I’ve got 20 villas in Spain to inspire your next holiday. Villa holidays are one of the top travel trends in 2022, and as Spain is one of our most popular holiday destinations, you would have […]
Self-catering apartments, All Inclusive resorts, luxury five-star hotels, and family villas – I’ve hand-picked 20 top properties for family holidays in Lanzarote. With year round sunshine, glorious sandy beaches, family friendly facilities, and duty-free status, it is no surprise that family holidays in Lanzarote are highly sought after. Another plus is that most properties are […]
From traditional campsites to super-sized resorts with waterparks, I’ve asked Ireland’s top family bloggers, writers and travel agents to pick the best family campsites in Europe. Although I like to think of myself as an expert when it comes to family holidays, I am not a big camper… I’ve been asked on many occasions to […]
Understated luxury with every possible family need catered for, I’m not surprised Martinhal Sagres is one of the Europe’s best family resorts. I love a good sea view, in fact I firmly believe I was meant to live beside the sea. Thinking back on our five fabulous days in one of Europe’s best family resorts, […]
Missed out on a summer holiday abroad this year? Can’t wait to get back travelling? Check out my top picks to help you plan a well deserved winter family holiday. I am delighted to team up with Aer Lingus to showcase the wide range of family holiday destinations available this winter. I can’t wait to […]
Skydiving, wakeboarding, cliff path walks, an alpine coaster and a Gruffalo trail – there is such a variety of things to do in Belfast with kids and teenagers, check out my top 20 below. I had the pleasure of visiting Belfast this summer with my family. We enjoyed a wonderful few days exploring the city […]
Self-catering apartments, All Inclusive resorts and luxury five-star hotels, I’ve hand-picked the top properties for family holidays to the Algarve. The Algarve is one of my favourite holiday destinations. I have visited many times, both with and without children. I particularly love the beaches there – there are over 100 of them stretching 150 km […]