Family travel on points and miles
If you’re planning a UK family trip and want a mix of iconic London sights, medieval towns, castles, and dramatic Scottish landscapes, this 10-day England and Scotland road trip is one of the most rewarding routes you can do with kids.
This itinerary balances walkable cities, playground breaks, history, and outdoor adventure, without exhausting travel days.
Here’s exactly how our England and Scotland family road trip looked, what we did in each stop, and where we stayed.
When people plan a trip to the UK, they usually talk about London or Edinburgh. But one city from our UK road trip completely surprised us, York.
Founded by the Romans, later ruled by Vikings, and still wrapped in medieval walls, York feels like stepping straight into a history book. It’s compact, incredibly walkable, and packed with just enough quirky experiences to keep kids entertained the entire time.
We only spent two days here, but it quickly became one of our favorite stops in England. If you’re visiting York with kids, here’s exactly how I’d spend 48 hours.
London surprised us in the best possible way. We found this city built for families. We visited in the summer with our two kids and spent almost a week exploring. From parks to museums, markets to river cruises, there was always something to keep everyone entertained.
Here are the best things to do in London with kids, based on what truly worked for our family.
Planning a Southern Spain road trip that’s easy, diverse, and family-friendly? In April, we took a family road trip from Madrid through Andalusia and visited five incredible cities with short, scenic drives and a perfect mix of culture, coast, and food.
This southern Spain road trip is ideal if you want variety without long days in the car. Our itinerary starts in Madrid, loops through Andalusia with stops in Toledo, Córdoba, Mijas, and Granada, and ends in Barcelona with a short domestic flight.
The Isle of Skye was one of our favorite stops during our Scotland road trip with kids this summer. It has everything that makes a destination magical for families: dramatic landscapes, easy hikes, waterfalls, wildlife, and views that stopped our kids in their tracks.
If you’re planning a Scotland itinerary with kids, here are the things to do on the Isle of Skye!
If you’re wondering how to visit French Polynesia with kids, you’re in for an unforgettable journey. From shallow, warm lagoons perfect for little swimmers to snorkeling tours with reef sharks, stingrays and manta rays, this destination truly works for families.
In this post, I’ll share our personal experience travelling to French Polynesia as a family of four. What worked, where we stayed, and how you can make the most of it with kids.
If you’re planning a trip across Europe and wondering how to rent a car in Europe, you’re not alone. We’ve rented cars in Spain, the UK, and Turkiye, and each experience taught us something new about driving abroad, from navigating narrow roads to understanding local insurance rules.
Whether you’re planning a scenic drive through the Scottish Highlands or small-town hopping across southern Spain, here’s everything you need to know about renting a car in Europe.
We spent two and a half weeks in the UK this summer, driving from London to the Isle of Skye and exploring cities, villages, castles, and the countryside in between. This was our first time visiting the U.K. as a family, and it quickly became one of our favorite destinations in Europe.
If you’re planning your trip across the pond, here are my tips for visiting the U.K. for the first time, covering everything from new entry rules and mobile data to driving, weather, and family-friendly transport hacks.
Traveling to Spain for the first time? You’re in for an unforgettable experience, from the vibrant energy of Madrid’s plazas to the dreamy Moorish palaces of Andalusia and the sun-soaked beaches of Costa Brava. But like any new country, Spain has its own rhythm, and knowing a few practical tips can make a huge difference in how smooth (and fun) your trip feels.
Here’s everything I wish I knew before visiting Spain for the first time, from how to stay online, handle money, navigate food culture, and book must-see sites before they sell out.
If you’re planning a trip to London, UK, you’ll be glad to know there are so many free things to do in London with kids. From interactive museums to splash fountains, playgrounds, and even pelicans in the middle of the city, London makes it surprisingly easy to explore on a budget.
When we visited in summer, I was blown away by how many things to do in London with kids there are, and many of them are completely free.