The best beaches in Portugal: readers’ travel tips
From the best stretches of sand for families in the Algarve to the beach with a starring role in a James Bond scene, readers pick their favourite spots on Portugal's dramatic Atlantic coastline
Top 10 family holidays in Portugal
Sandy beaches for the little ones, outdoor action for older kids… Portugal is ideal for family getaways. Our top 10 places to stay also include tips on where to eat and what to do
Dam near perfect: Amsterdam pads that are both family-friendly and stylish
Canals, bikes, pancakes … Amsterdam is ideal for family fun – especially if you stay in a stylish home full of other kids' toys
Free (or almost) family activities in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is famous for its decadence but is also relaxed and friendly, with plenty to keep children busy, for little or nothing
May bank holiday weekend: family days out and activities in the UK
Brilliant family days out for the bank holiday weekend, from seaside fun and wildlife encounters to the best theme parks and free museums
Greek island holiday guide: the Sporades and Evia
In the first of a new series on holidaying in the Greek islands we look at the Sporades – including Skopelos, where Mamma Mia! was filmed – and Evia, the country’s second largest island, where the Greeks go on holiday
Family-friendly hotels and guesthouses in Italy: readers’ travel tips
In family-friendly Italy, readers discover hotels and B&Bs with resident artists to keep children entertained, kids' cooking classes and great outdoor activities
A family cycling holiday in Normandy: flat, easy and the trail all to ourselves
Amelia Gentleman finds a family cycling break in Normandy surprisingly relaxing – provided the kids are well-fuelled with sugary treats
The best of Shakespeare’s 450th birthday celebrations
As the 450th anniversary of William Shakespeare's birth approaches – on 23 April – we take a look at some of the events and celebrations going on in his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond
Easter days out: family holiday activities around the UK
As well as all the chocolate-related fun on over the Easter holidays, there's some good stuff for adults too, from brandy tasting in Cornwall to a free Record festival in London
Top 10 beach and coastal campsites in France
Campsites and seaside cabins along the coast of France provide access to beautiful beaches, great views and have budget prices ideal for family breaks
Five family-friendly holiday cottages and gîtes in inland Brittany
Avoid the crowds and high prices of the Brittany coast with a stay at one these family farms, cottages or campsites in this lovely corner rural France
Brittany’s got hidden talent: family holidays away from the coast
Families holidaying in Brittany tend to stick to the coast. But Joanne O'Connor finds kid-friendly heaven in a classic French landscape staying at a gîte in rural Ploërdut
Top 10 parks, gardens and outdoor activities in Liverpool
Every city likes to brag about its green credentials, but thanks to the forethought of its forefathers, Liverpool is ringed by lovely green spaces, says David Lloyd
Top 10 family-friendly attractions in Liverpool
From the ferry across the Mersey and dockside attractions to museums and a new drive-in cinema, Liverpool has a good mix of activities for families, says Emma Hill