Motorway breaks … near the M6
A journey along the M6 can be stressful, so here Sarah Smith picks out fun and peaceful escapes, from Birmingham to Carlisle, that will lift any in-car gloom
A guide to Portugal’s Alentejo region, home of Europe’s finest beaches
Forget Ibiza. Forget the Riviera. In fact, forget the Med altogether. Portugal’s Alentejo region is lined with glorious beaches – but not many people seem to know about them
10 of the best family self-catering holidays in Spain
From a cottage in the mountains to stylish pads in Seville and Barcelona, we select the best self-catering properties in Spain to keep the kids – and you – happy
10 of the best family-friendly hotels in Spain
From a beachfront hotel in Tarifa to a farmstead in Menorca, these hotels welcome families with play areas and kids' activities – and even buckets and spades you can borrow
Motorway breaks … near the M5
In the first of a series on family attractions near UK motorways, we pick spots just off the M5 for those 'are we nearly there yet?' moments
Top 10 family activities in Suffolk
From Sutton Hoo's Saxon ship and Southwold's churches to Woodbridge's mills and deli treats, Suffolk is ideal for family fun, says Jonathan Bastable
Family holidays in Suffolk: enjoying the old-fashioned experience
East Anglia's unspoilt coast and quiet countryside can feel stuck in the past but, says Jonathan Bastable, that makes it just perfect for a family holiday with a historical kick
Paris becomes first city to extend bike sharing scheme to children
Paris adds 300 children's bikes, including balance bikes and bikes with stabilisers, to hugely successful Velib scheme
10 of the best family self-catering holidays in France
From stylish apartments on Ile de Ré to a gîte in the Loire – we reveal some of the best value self-catering properties in France
Top 10 family holidays on Greek islands
Fantastic beach and countryside retreats with great activities and amenities make the Greek islands a great choice for happy family holidays. Rachel Howard selects 10 of the best
Taking an electric bike round Cumbria’s Cartmel peninsula
Electric bikes can help to take on otherwise daunting terrain, Rachel Oakden put one through its paces along Cumbria's Cartmel peninsula
10 of the best family friendly hotels in France
From a guesthouse on the Côte d'Azur to a chalet in the Alps, a farmhouse B&B in the Loire to a chateau in Limousin, we've selected hotels that know what kids (and their parents) need
Top 10 family self-catering apartments and villas in Turkey
Stay in Istanbul, the Princes' Islands or along Turkey's Aegean and Mediterranean coasts with our pick of stylish and relaxing villas for families
Sitges … with kids? Our family wouldn’t holiday anywhere else
Sitges, the seaside resort near Barcelona, is famous for its vibrant gay nightlife but William Cook finds its laid-back vibe makes it just perfect for family holidays, too
Top 10 hotels in Turkey for families
Our pick of hotels for the perfect family holiday in Turkey take in island getaways and the Aegean's hippest resort – with plenty to keep the children happy, from zip-lining to sea-kayaking, and exploring ancient ruins to horse-drawn carriage rides