If your family are a cool bunch, Reykjavik should be the next destination on your holiday list! The city is the capital of Iceland, one of the coldest countries in the world but don’t let that cool you off – Reykjavik has the perfect balance of a bustling city centre, and the peace of the surrounding countryside. Reykjavik was established over 1,000 years ago and has been the centre for Icelandic culture and economy for hundreds of years. Whilst it might not be as big as other capital cities, it still holds some pretty big international ‘claim to fames’: being...

You’ve spent hours sweating away in the kitchen to make the perfect Christmas dinner, you’re finally sit down to eat and boom – your little ones start throwing tantrums. Upset kids at the dinner table can ruin even the most delicious meal, but don’t worry – we’ve got some top tips to make the Christmas dinner a joyous occasion! Cook as a family Christmas is all about spending time with your family, especially your precious little ones. So, why not make even more great holiday memories by cooking the Christmas dinner together! Helping your little chefs to mix the Yorkshire...

‘It’s the most wonderful time of the year’, apparently – sometimes it can feel like the most worrying time too! Between the shopping trips, the festive events and the high expectations, Christmas can be a stressful time - even for the most zen people out there. So, we’ve put together five tips for a stress-free season! Walking in a winter wonderland You will be surprised how much difference a winter walk can make to your mood! There’s research-galore which proves that physical activity produces endorphins, which reduce stress levels. So, when those pesky Christmas lights refuse to untangle, a festive...

One of the coolest and most colourful spots in Scandinavia, Copenhagen is a fantastic holiday destination for the whole family. There’s nowhere better to experience the Danish culture than in the capital itself! Copenhagen has been the centre of the country for more than 600 years. The city prides itself on blending the past, the present and future at every turn! Copenhagen sits on the east coast of the country, just across the water from Sweden. Like much of Scandinavia, the city has an oceanic climate – this essentially means that the winter months are cold and snowy, whilst the...

Sometimes all it takes to relieve the stresses of everyday life and strengthen family bonds is a winter family getaway. Taking a short trip away with the family is a perfect way to kick the winter blues and have some fun!    Shrewsbury, Shropshire Shrewsbury is almost entirely looped by the River Severn, which makes it feel like the setting from a fairy tale. Add that to the 650 old buildings that are grade listed and you’ll fall in love with the quaintness of this old English town, nine miles from the Welsh border. There’s a great balance of independent shops...