Travels with Teens and Tweens

15Jul 2025 by Gail

How to survive Disneyland Paris with older kids!

France

When your kids are little, the Disney "magic" might be enough to overlook the cost, queues, and poor food. Their ittle faces transformed by a wave from Mickey.... However, a day in Disneyland Paris with older kids, who are no more patient but much more cynical and with higher expectations, can quickly descend into grumpy disappointment and frustration. Happily, with a bit of planning and a few insider tips, it is possible to survive, and even marginally enjoy, Disneyland Paris with older kids. Read on for my top tips.... The magic kingdom does still have a wow factor for older kids! Queues for the Ratatouille Ride drop in the evenings.. Sometimes the best viewing spots aren't on the main drag! Top tips for visiting Disneyland Paris with older kids Beating…

08May 2025 by Gail

The best workshop to learn to make macarons in Paris!

France

Sure, you could come to Paris and spend your trip sampling lots of delicious macarons - and you definitely should! However, why not try a macaron making workshop in Paris. What is better than munching through your own hand-crafted macarons and arming yourself with the skills to (try to) recreate them at home.... Piping the lemon cream filling! Our finished creations - tasted as amazing as they look! Everyone got a chance to try each stage! How to choose a macaron making workshop in Paris There is a lot of choice for a macaron making workshop in Paris. I would recommend choosing one where you get to make the shells and fillings. Some classes, Galleries Lafayette I am looking at you!, prepare everything before you arrive so you only get…

24Apr 2025 by Gail

How to enjoy unmissable Notre Dame, Paris with kids!

France

The world looked on in horror in 2019 as Paris’ grand dame went up in flames. Severely damaged by the blaze, Notre Dame only reopened to the public in December 2024. Remedial work is still ongoing. For those who visited Notre Dame before the fire, the interior will feel much lighter and brighter. The stained glass has all been repaired and cleaned and light shines through, particularly through the famed rose windows. Awed by our first view of the majestic nave! Light glows through the cleaned rose windows So much brighter and lighter following the remedial works What's inside? Surprisingly, there is little information within the church about the blaze or the 5-year reconstruction. There is also scant detail on its history. You can get an audio guide which presumably…

23Apr 2025 by Gail

How to make getting around Paris easy!

France

Ways of getting around Paris Walking Central Paris is compact compared to cities such as London and New York. If you are staying within the central districts (arondissements 1-7), you will be able to walk between most tourist sites. Even from the outer ring of arondissements, many attractions will be walkable. Walking in Paris is a pleasure. You will come across treasures such as cute patisseries, stunning architecture, and well-tended parks and gardens. I would recommend that you walk where you can! Checking out some sweet treats on a walk through Montmartre Finding a great people-watching spot Check out some amazing sculptures at the Rodin Museum A few walks to try... In addition to walking between tourist attractions, keen walkers might enjoy the Promenade Plantée or various walks along now…

23Mar 2025 by Gail

Amiens: how to make the most of an overnight France stay!

France

Amiens is probably not top of your French wish list. However, this charming small city still has attractions which make it an appealing overnight stop-off on the way down to Brittany or the south of France. Please don't just stop at a budget hotel on the outskirts then charge off straight after breakfast. Amiens should be part of your France experience, you won't regret it. Read on to find out how to make the most of an overnight stay in Amiens with your kids. Drinking in the views in Amiens! Cooling down in the summer heat! Summer Son et Lumiere display Exploring the restaurants in the Saint Leu district of Amiens Colourful street in Amiens centre Light show on the Cathedral during your overnight stay in Amiens If you are…

23Mar 2025 by Gail

How to plan the most memorable break in Paris!

France

For the young, free and single or the hopeless romantics, Paris doesn't need scripting. You can spend blissful days wandering the banks of the Seine, people-watching from café terraces and checking out the latest exhibitions. Unfortunately, kids don't do idle strolling, relaxed coffees or queuing for that spontaneous must see exhibition. If you want to enjoy a trip to Paris with kids, it does require some advance legwork. Whether you go full-on military planning or mix up some planned activities with unstructured down-time, this post will help with how to plan the most memorable break in Paris. Enjoy some amazing Patisserie in the City of Lights As soon as possible Secure a cheap travel deal In my experience, you will get the cheapest flights and trains if you book as…

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