With over 300 days of sunshine, 100+ renowned golf courses, and temperate winter weather, Palm Springs, California is a year-round vacation destination. But what about the kids? Is Palm Springs for families? Absolutely! It’s one of our favourite family holiday destinations. These fun things to do in Palm Springs with kids will help you start …
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Recognized by Lonely Planet as the number one country to visit in 2020, Bhutan is also an immersive destination for families with school-age children. After a week-long family vacation in the remote Himalayan kingdom, I compiled a list of ten things to do in Bhutan with kids. I hope these suggestions inspire you to plan …
Onboard Four Seasons Koh Samui Siam Seas Explorer Salty sea spray danced alongside as our 42-foot yacht sliced through the moderate swells in Thailand’s Gulf of Siam as we travelled toward Ang Thong National Marine Park. Located approximately 30 km from Koh Samui, Ang Thong National Marine Park contains over 40 lush limestone islands rising …
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The picturesque countryside flashes past while I enjoy a glass of local wine and share an assortment of Swiss cheeses with my family. Although we could fly or drive from Zurich to Milan, we chose to travel by train. After almost a decade of riding the rails, we enjoy family train travel in Europe, but …
If you subscribe to the Luxe Travel Family newsletter, you’ve already received these essential tips for flying with checked luggage. If you don’t subscribe, click here to receive the latest travel tips. Tips for Flying with Checked Luggage On a trip to Europe, one of our checked bags didn’t arrive when we landed in Rome. …
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Traveling with children can be daunting. After over a decade of air travel with infants, toddlers, and now a teen and tween, here are my top tips for flying with kids. Before you Fly Seat Selection Bulkhead seats offer extra space, but the downside is the table tray is in the armrest, and that can …
December is prime vacation time for families with school-age children, and we are often traveling with kids over Christmas. Although we enjoy experiencing a new destination and it’s culture, there are a few Christmas traditions we pack along with our luggage. Here are a few tips for traveling with kids over Christmas. Five Tips for …
Jet lag is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects such as fatigue and irritability, following a long flight through several time zones (source: Merriam Webster). Jet lag can make travel tough, and when you are traveling with kids, it’s even more challenging. After over a decade of family travel, I’ve developed a few strategies …
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There are many factors to consider when selecting a hotel including reputation, amenities, and location. When we chose the Four Seasons Hong Kong for our first visit to the city, we didn’t give much thought to location, apart from that fact that the award-winning hotel overlooks the harbour in Hong Kong. After getting to know …
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Air travel during the holidays is hectic. After over a decade of family travel in during the holiday season, these air travel tips will help make your experience more enjoyable. 1. Travel with Only Carry-On If at all possible, pack light and travel with only carry-on luggage. Last December we spent almost four weeks on a …
Friends and family are often amazed that I travel with only carry-on luggage regardless of the duration or destination. After a few mishandled bags and one trip where I didn’t see a checked bag until I returned home from a three+ week vacation, I decided to travel light. Travelling with only carry-on luggage saves time as …
I just booked flights from Vancouver to Toronto in Business Class, and before I purchased the tickets, I asked about the aircraft type. The Air Canada agent paused, checked her screen, and advised me I would be flying on an A320 aircraft. No thanks. The tiny Business Class cabin on the A320 has 2×2 seats …
Alpine Stream Walk – A Luxury Experience? The Meaning of Luxury According to the online Oxford Dictionary, “Luxury is a state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense”. Although luxury means different things to different people, the term has historically referred to something that is both expensive and beyond a typical or …
First class lounges are one of my favourite things and I was excited to experience the SWISS First Class Lounge on a recent trip to Zurich, Switzerland. SWISS First Class Lounge – First Impression The First Class Lounge in Zurich is chic and contemporary with a grey and white colour palate. I visited during mid-day, …
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