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These full and frank independent family vacations reviews are from travelers who have booked directly through responsibletravel.com. They are not edited by us or any of the companies we work with. Find the real story, from real travelers below.
I loved this little farm and the people who run the B&B. It was in a lovely spot by a stream...I loved my time in the area of the B&B.
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Excellent - a lovely place to stay, the owner and team were so helpful, I would highly recommend it.
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Magnificent! We had a wonderful time in Lubrin. John was an excellent host - informative and very attentive. The accommodation was outstanding value for money. The gardens and pool were a real delight. We will definitely return.
(more)Essaouira was easily the most relaxing part of our vacation. The accommodation was a lovely place to stay for a few days and Paolo, Hakin and Naima looked after us very well.
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The entire experience was an absolute blast. The kindness of the staff - the peaceful location - the delicious food - the interesting history of the place- the wonderful antique furniture - the eccentric fellow travelers.... If you are after a different kind of vacation where you can both relax and have a few adventures this is it. (more)The most memorable part were the ...scones on arrival (they were the best I have ever tasted!), walking around the beautiful country side and the farm... (more)
...trekking in the Atlas mountains - what a privilege to be guided through such glorious scenery and remote villages by our delightful and knowledgeable guide. (more)
The most memorable part was the day we cycled to Pals and visited the little tourist and ice cream shop. We then cycled to the beach where we had a wonderful meal and swam in the sea (more)A real eye-opener. Felt like we actually got a glimpse of what REAL Cuban life is like - the good and the bad aspects. Saw outstanding natural beauty and spoke to (and danced with!) local people who were happy to answer our questions. Overall a wonderful experience. (more)
Seeing such a massive range of scenery, plus having a knowledgeable guide with us, to explain some of the history and culture of the places we visited. Awesome trip! Highly recommended. (more)
Really wonderful! It exceeded my expectations. Steve could not have been more helpful in coordinating and supporting us in this vacation. We loved the places we stayed, enjoyed the people and small towns. The food was excellent. The hikes we great. I felt like we really got to see the country and small communities. (more)We were intrigued to stay in a house made of straw bales and to see how recycling/ reuse can be put into practice and good effect.- we were not disappointed! We found the photo albums showing the building of the house really interesting.
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Wonderful guides, incredible access to the remotest regions and real people... Wonderful - genuinely the vacation of a lifetime and a never to be forgotten special experience. (more)
Hiking up to Angel's Landing in Zion National Park, horse-back riding in Utah, seeing my eleven year olds hike 9 miles in 35 degrees without complaining were the most memorable moments. (more)
The cross country ski in the Lapland forests, with nothing but ancient trees and animal tracks around us was the most memorable part. (more)
All of our stay was wonderful although if I had to select some highlights I would say that the husky tour, seeing the Northern Lights and meeting Santa in his cottage stood out . The latter was magical and really got us into the Christmas spirit. (more)
Our hosts showed us the clean and well appointed apartment room by room before inviting us onto the roof terrace for a breathtaking view of the canyon. They recommended freshwater swimming places and varied local eateries, all within easy walking distance. (more)
Excellent. There is something quite magical about the site. Not sure if it is the caravans, the scenery, or Perry and Collene. Either way, we came away refreshed, and for the first time ever, we are really considering going back rather than continually finding new places to visit. (more)
This really was the best vacation we have ever had, we have struggled in the past to find somewhere that everyone enjoys which is difficult with young active children, but this accommodation and Ithaca really did mean we relaxed and enjoyed time with them whilst they also had a great time. None of us wanted to leave and we will definitely go back.
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"It is a shame that once children arrive on the scene, plenty of once intrepid campers seem reluctant to venture far from home. Parents face a common dilemma. Whilst there is no doubt getting the kids outdoors can make for lifelong memories - the question is, will they be good memories? You may wonder whether taking the kids camping is worth the extra effort and planning, or whether only choosing kid-friendly is worth denying yourself the camping experience. I started camping with my son George when he was just two. Having set up tent in the New Forest, Spain and as far away as Up State New York I have come across plenty of families prepared to give it a go. Like them, it took just a little forethought to make our trip enjoyable and easy." Find out more about camping with kids in Helen Truszkowski's family vacations article.
Don’t stay at home just because you’ve got youngsters!
Traveling with kids can be stressful, let alone ensuring they (and you!) enjoy themselves while on vacation, but don’t let this put you off planning a vacation for the entire family. Just because you’ve got kids doesn’t mean that you’ve got to miss out on an adventurous, relaxing or exotic vacation. In fact, it can be a great opportunity to connect with your teenagers or bond with your toddlers by turning the vacation into quality time for everyone involved.
There are now many different options for traveling with your very own little tribe, and below we have given some examples of different types of family vacation you can find, along with a brief description. These vacations are designed with families in mind.
Find out more about family vacations in this family vacations article.
Traveling with kids can raise many questions: "How will I keep my children entertained?", "Will they cope with long hours traveling?", to the extent that you may wonder if you'll ever travel again. But parenthood shouldn't and needn't be a reason to stop exploring our world. There's no denying that travel with small children has its perils, but family vacations are often some of the best memories of our children's younger years. With the right preparation and attitude it can not only be an opportunity for parents to spread their wings, but also for kids to be inspired by mum and dad’s adventurous spirit. To this end, we have compiled our top ten tips on traveling with children, as well as helpful advice from other parents, to help you plan your family trip and make the most of traveling with your little ones.
Read more about family vacations in this family vacations article.
