Guest post by Kathryn Wright from Luxury & Little Ones From horse-riding in rural Wiltshire, dung safaris in South Africa and dog sledding in Chamonix there is plenty on offer for families looking for a more adventurous holiday. Exploring new places, trying new activities and putting your family outside their comfort zone is a fun way to bond and spend time together as a family; turn a family holiday into a magical adventure. At Lucknam Park, Wiltshire pretend to be cowboys and girls and book a pony ride (available for children from 3 and older) or take part in a...

Is the Mouse in the House? My family and I have a secret love.  It is, and I say without hesitation or retribution, that we LOVE going to Walt Disney World in Florida.  We are lucky to have been several times but return again and again for the precious and special memories that are created when the four of us run around with big smiles on our faces and ‘Goofy’ around! Now all this said, you have to approach your WDW holiday with a plan.  There are valuable tips that turn a frazzled, tantrumed holiday into a magical Disney holiday,...

- Now closed - We have teamed up with Sheepskin, provider of distinctive and boutique retreats, unique and inspiring holiday homes and cottages in the UK. They are offering every child that stays with Sheepskin this summer a free PaddlePak and SnooziHedz upon arrival at their destination! How cool is that? Valid on all new bookings for seven night stays or more until the end of September 2013, every child that stays at any Sheepskin family property will receive a PaddlePak and SnooziHedz. Simply book your 7 night holiday and the Trunki gifts will be waiting for your children at your chosen property...

Flying with small children can be a bit of an endurance test, but don’t let it put you off travelling – it’s always worth it! Here are a few tips that might help: Before you go If your child has not flown before, use role play to help them understand what will happen. For example, they might be upset at seeing their suitcases taken away, or be anxious about walking through a metal detector. There are plenty of books aimed at young children flying for the first time. When booking, think about timing flights around naptime to encourage sleep on...

When you have your first baby, it can be overwhelming. The challenge of doing the same things you did only a few months ago but with a baby in tow can seem insurmountable. It is important that you don’t become a hermit and that you get out as much as possible. It’s beneficial for both you and baby, who will appreciate the fresh air and stimulation. For those with older children too, it’s imperative to get out and about to stop everyone going stir crazy in those first few weeks. If leaving the house to go somewhere feels like a...