20 superb UK walks – for families, day-trippers and long-distance ramblers
Ranging from two to 630 miles, our picks take in all types of British terrain, from dramatic hill country and story-rich woodland
Spanish steps: family hiking in the Picos de Europa
A family break in the mountains of northern Spain made for happy wanderers of all ages – though language skills and a cagoule may be essential
Shiny happy campers: an Airstream stay near Venice
1950s Americana isn’t something you associate with Venice, but a new Airstream park across the lagoon is an ideal base. Plus more Airstreams in western Europe
Take the kids to … Puzzlewood, Forest of Dean
An enchanted, mystical wood makes for contented kids and adults on a day out where smart technology meets traditional fun
Take the kids to … Warwick Castle
William the Conqueror’s medieval fortress triumphs over its theme park trappings, though the new Horrible Histories maze needs time to bed in
Take the kids to … Willows Activity Farm, Hertfordshire
Farm fun is on the agenda here, so expect tractors, animals and crop-picking at an attraction that’s great for younger kids, though not so hot on the hot food front
Take the kids to … HintHunt, London
If your idea of hell is being locked in a room, give this enthralling escape game a miss: your team has just one hour to crack the clues and get out of there
Take the kids to … Cadbury World, Birmingham
It may not be the Willy Wonka-like experience the writer hoped for but chocolate lovers and kids will enjoy this attraction dedicated to the history and production of the sweet stuff
It’s a bunny thing … Easter days out around the UK
From egg hunts with online mapping, to farmyard fun, arts workshops, train rides, concerts and feasts, there’s a profusion of appealing activities this Easter, for adults as well as kids
Starry Skies festival: go wild in the country
Kids get the run of the Welsh Borders countryside at this small friendly festival, but there are plenty of activities, too, if they tire of all that unaccustomed freedom. Plus five more kids’ festivals
Green and pleasant adventures at Loterie Farm, Saint Martin, Caribbean
Once a dilapidated piece of history, this lush estate is now a thriving activity-holiday destination with ecotourism high on the agenda
Butlins Astonishing Family Science Weekend: review
Science, fun and Butlins collide at this enlightening three-night family resort break that gets the balance between learning and laughter spot on
Disneyland-on-Sea: a Frozen cruise to Norway
Cruise refusenik Emily Mathieson puts away her prejudices and embraces the childlike joy of the good ship Disney Magic
40 of the world’s best cruise holidays
Cruises are no longer the preserve of affluent pensioners. Now there’s yoga, goth bands, wildlife watching, Star Wars parties and zombies – although not all on the same boat
Hare off to sunny climes this Easter: 10 trips to try
In need of an early spring refresh somewhere sunny? You can still snaffle last-minute deals in Portugal and Morocco. Or go completely overboard and take an island break in Lake Nicaragua