city break

    2 Days in London: your essential itinerary 2025

    By Map & Family

    May 22, 2019

    London is packed with culture and colour. This 2 day London itinerary will show you the most iconic landmarks with time to fit in shopping and relaxing too. It’s a…

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    Gaudi buildings Barcelona. The fabulous wavy roof and walls of Casa Mila against a blue sky. Copyright@2019mapandfamily.com

    6 fun Gaudi buildings to see in Barcelona Spain

    By Map & Family

    March 9, 2019

    You can’t visit the beautiful Spanish city of Barcelona without spotting the unique buildings of Antoni Gaudi. Colourful, curvaceous and creative they won’t fail to stop you in your tracks.…

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    Things to Do in Naples Italy: must-sees + day trips

    By Map & Family

    October 13, 2018

    Bustling, hustling, grimy and beautiful: Naples, Italy’s third largest city, brims with passion and energy. Neapolitan food and music are world famous but the city has many hidden treasures too. It’s…

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    London Eye

    Where to find the Best Views of London from Above on a Family Trip

    By Map & Family

    August 15, 2018

    No visit to London is complete without taking in its iconic skyline and world famous views. But do you head up to the viewing platform at The Shard, the highest…

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    The Ultimate Interrail Packing List for Teenagers

    By Map & Family

    July 13, 2018

    In households all over the UK teens are packing their bags for a summer travelling around Europe by train. Check they’re properly prepared with our ultimate interrail packing list. Don’t let…

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    Top interrailing tips for teenagers planning a summer trip to Europe

    By Map & Family

    July 1, 2018

    When school exams are over many UK teens plan a summer trip with friends around Europe using an interrail train pass. It’s often their first holiday without family and is a…

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    Things to do in Brighton with teens. Visit Palace Pier

    Things to do in Brighton on a Family Weekend with Teenagers

    By Map & Family

    June 6, 2018

    often called London on Sea, Brighton in East Sussex on the south coast of England has also been voted one of the best city with beach destinations in the world.…

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    8 Things to Do in Vienna Austria on a Family holiday with Teens

    By Map & Family

    February 7, 2018

    Vibrant Vienna is packed with history, culture, green spaces and great places to eat. It’s easy to get around and perfect for a family weekend city break.  Here are our…

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    8 Things to do on a family holiday in Amsterdam with three generations

    By Map & Family

    January 12, 2018

    A family holiday in Amsterdam is a great choice for a multi-generation trip. Just a short hop from London, there’s plenty to see and do in a compact area, with…

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    10 of the best things to do in Dubrovnik in June

    By Map & Family

    July 6, 2017

    Our essential things to do in Dubrovnik in June. Visit Croatia’s ancient seaside city for swimming, kayaking, island-hopping, exploring beaches and visiting the famous Game of Thrones sites.

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    Barcelona city break – tips on eating, sleeping and getting around for first time visitors

    By Map & Family

    September 30, 2016

    Barcelona is a great place for a weekend break: whether you’re looking for history and culture, sunshine or shops, sea and sand or fantastic food. Here are our tips on…

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    Venice to Verona Day Trip: all you need to know

    By Map & Family

    October 11, 2015

    Our favourite things to do in Verona on a day trip from Venice. From the Roman Arena to Juliet’s balcony there’s plenty to see on a walk around this beautiful…

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