What is it? A 4* Siblu (formerly Haven Europe) self-catering campsite holiday called La Carabasse, in Vias-Plage, a small town about halfway between Perpignan and Montpellier Where? In the Languedoc region of the South of France – about as far south as you can get on the coast down to northern Spain and Barcelona Description: [pool.jpg] Normally armed with tourist guide books, …

What is it? The Dalmeny Hotel has been owned and run by the Webb family for over 60 years, and is situated on the gorgeous seafront on the centrally located St Annes’ promenade. Where? In St. Annes on Sea, Lancashire, a picturesque town on the Fylde coast. Description: St Annes on Sea definitely sounds posh – so would it be a good …

What is it? The Apex City Quay & Spa Hotel, Dundee, a four-star hotel with extensive facilities and a child- friendly attitude. The pool and spa in particular are a great addition to a short break. Where? Dundee, Scotland. Just go past Edinburgh and Glasgow and keep going! Description: [hotel_bedroom.jpg.jpg] Dundee in March may not seem like everyone’s cup of tea, but …

What is it? A parents’ get-away at the luxury Milestone Hotel in Kensington in central London. Where? The Milestone Hotel is just a stone’s throw from High Street Kensington tube station, across the road from Kensington Palace, or “KP” as Diana used to call it. Description: [milestone.jpg]Being a parent is hard work, and a night away can make a world of difference. …

What is it? A long Center Parcs weekend break (Friday-Monday). Where? At Oasis Whinfell in Cumbria, located between the Lake District and the Pennines. Description: [villas.jpg]Give the kids – and yourself – a break at Center Parcs, where you can relax and enjoy life in peaceful forest surroundings. But as Wendy Sloane discovered when she took her three young daughters to Oasis …

What is it? A weeks ski-ing holiday in late January in Wengen, Switzerland, staying at ‘Hotel Caprice’, a 4* hotel and a member of The Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Where? From Birmingham to Geneva (no flights were available into Zurich, due to our late booking!), then caught a couple of trains to Wengen. Note: Wengen is a ‘car-free’ village. Description: …

What is it? Louis Phaethon Beach, a 4* hotel part of the Louis group of hotels Where? Paphos (or Pafos) on the west coast of Cyprus in the Eastern Mediterranean Description: [view_from_our_balcony.jpg] Desperate for some winter sunshine & relaxation before the onset of the December madness set in, but with her husband’s holiday allowance all spent, Kirsty decided to brave it on …

What is it? A trip to Disneyland Resort Paris in late November. Where? We were fortunate enough to travel on the the first Disney train ever to leave the newly refurbished St Pancras International station for the Magic Kingdom. We spent one night in the Hotel New York before returning back to London late the following evening. Description: [Boarding_the_eurostar.jpg]Decorated in sparkling Christmas …

What is it? A last fix of sunshine before the British winter sets in. The Costa Blanca has been endorsed as one of Europe’s healthiest climates by the World Health Organisation no less, and stays warmish even in winter (temperatures in late October hovered around 22 degree Celsius). Where? Villa Gadea is a luxury apartment development on the fringes of Altea; a …

What is it? A summer trip to a European camping park village. Where? San Vincenzo, on the coast in beautiful Tuscany, Italy. Description: [millennium_master_bedroom.jpg]Tuscany is renowned for its stunning landscapes and tremendous views. Ross McGregor was so tempted he decided to brave it by visiting with 3 generations of his family to San Vincenzo in Tuscany to sample some of these delights …