Sea swims, sensational Scandinavian food – and the odd disagreement: Interrailing with my 75-year-old mum
Taking the train from Manchester to Oslo led to 10 action-packed days me and my Zumba-going mum would never forget
Leaving the herd behind on a family trip in the peaceful southern French Alps
Rugged scenery, an insight into shepherds’ culture, delicious food and remote mountain stays make for a memorable few days hiking in France
A family surfing holiday in the French Basque Country
A ferry ‘cruise’ from Portsmouth to Santander brings the surf, cuisine and mountains of one of south-west France’s most distinctive regions within easy reach
Ten great ideas for August bank holiday
From wild days in Sussex to a Fab Four fest in Merseyside, there’s something for all the family in our pick of upcoming events
‘Scotland in miniature’: why the Isle of Arran is perfect for a family holiday
Dubbed ‘Scotland in miniature’, the “enchanted isle” of Arran is a magical playground for children, with its mysterious stones, fairytale waterfalls and dinosaur footprints
The bucket and spade list: 10 new reasons to visit the British seaside this summer
From snorkel trails and seafood restaurants to maritime festivals and a ‘museum of fun’, here’s what’s new and exciting around the UK coast
If you’re fond of seafood and salty air: readers’ favourite places to eat at the British seaside
Our tipsters savour delights at cafes, restaurants and pubs by the sea, from Bangor to Brighton
Bell tents and birdwatching: glamping in a Norfolk wildlife paradise
A pop-up glampsite has opened at Pensthorpe natural park this summer, giving guests the chance to immerse themselves in the wildlife and biodiversity of this Norfolk landscape
‘I had the beach entirely to myself’: four gorgeous places in France off the tourist trail
The country is large enough to still produce surprises – Roman remains you didn’t know about, a seaside train line, vast empty beaches …
The UK’s best summer camps for kids
Outdoor activity stays offer plenty fun stuff, from kayaking and climbing to ice-cream making and real-life Cluedo. And sometimes mum and dad can go too
Our epic family adventure hiking through Greece’s Vikos gorge
A rail trip across Europe to the spectacular Zagori region of Greece is the perfect bonding experience for the writer and her 11-year-old son
‘We loved pitching in an olive grove’: readers’ favourite campsites in Europe
From the shores of an Alpine lake to the banks of the Dordogne river, our tipsters share their top spots for a holiday under canvas
Berlin by rail: a cold-war adventure
Taking the sleeper train to Berlin, the writer and his teenage son explore the city’s fascinating legacy, eerie buildings, war relics and stunning street art
Take a kayak to your cabin: 10 of the best riverside stays in Europe
The life aquatic can be enjoyed to the full at these serene villas, farmhouses and treehouses by the water
How an eco-campsite in north Wales rescued our family holiday from disaster
We were supposed to be on the Italian Riviera, but an impromptu switch to a glamping break on the Llŷn peninsula proved a more than acceptable substitute