Family Vacations Directory - Europe

EuropeLandingPageOn this page you will find a rich selection of family vacation ideas for Europe, Eastern Europe including articles and specific family vacation offerings/packages/tours. If you are looking for memorable vacation adventures you will find options here. The countries listed on this resource page include: Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey. Ciao! (Image taken in Paris.)

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ARTICLES
Portugal: Lisbon, On Holiday in Setúbal with Autoeuropa and the New Scirocco.

On arrival in Setúbal, one can't help but notice the wealth of the city's Roman remains. On the Travessa de Frei Gaspar ancient roman tanks for the fish processing industry were used throughout the 1st to 5th centuries to make a Roman favorite, garum. Yummy fish paste. Looming above the city is the Fortaleza de São Filipe (Fort of St. Philip), no longer hosting cannons but a modern Pousada hotel. The 16th century fort was constructed to defend the port from passing marauders and enjoys a privileged position at the mouth of the River Sado. Overlooking the scenic beaches of the Troia Peninsula, the mountains of Serra da Arrábida act as its backdrop. It is the work of the Italian architect Filipe Terzio and was built at the orders of King Filipe II to protect the entrance to the Sado estuary. [Read More]

Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Catalonia, and Valencia - Castles, Dinosaurs, and Caribbean, Mediterranean and Thai Theme Parks.

There’s plenty for kids and their grandparents to enjoy in Spain and the trip doesn’t have to break the bank - city cards, tourist buses, vacation apartments and villas offer visitors good value. Besides glorious weather and miles of beaches, this is a land of genuine centuries-old castles and mighty fortresses where families can relive history together. [Read More]

Spain: Family Time at San Roque Club - Golf, cooking, and Spanish Language Lessons.

The San Roque Club, located between the majestic Sierra Bermeja Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea in southwestern Spain, is the perfect destination for year-round holidays. The resort has enhanced its full-service exemplary programs and facilities by adding a Children’s Club. [Read More]

Tours: Thomson Family Adventures Amazing Vacations for Families.

Get away, have fun, create memories. Thompson offers family adventure vacations created by families for families. Just imagine hiking in a Costa Rican cloud forest, cruising the Galapagos Islands, marveling at the Pyramids of Giza or witnessing the amazing wildlife of Tanzania, counting stars in Morocco or shopping in Portugal. They make the good stuff happen on vacation. [Read More]

Italy: Campania, A Family Holiday in Acciaroli -Two Weeks Both Land and Sea.

Discover Southern Italy with kids combing one week at Villa Ada in Cilento National Park and a second week on a sailboat enjoying the marvelous Tyrrhenian Sea. Sound too good to be true? Consider a seaside villa in Campania. [Read More]

Tours: Intrepid Family Adventures Makes Europe with Kids Easy.

Imagine having the chance to introduce your child or grandchild to the delights of Italy, Switzerland, Hungary, Czech Republic or Austria. Intrepid travel has created several rewarding itineraries well-suited to families. Not exactly the typical 'child friendly holiday', these family adventures give your kids a chance to discover the world as you do. And the best thing is there's just as much for parents to enjoy too. [Read More]

Cruises: Carnival Splendor, Enjoy The Ultimate Family Vacation.

From a 5,500-square-foot play area – the largest in the “Fun Ship” fleet – to a fun-filled water spray park and facilities and activities aimed at youngsters, ’tweens and teens, kids of all ages are sure to have a blast aboard Carnival Cruise Lines’ new 113,000-ton Carnival Splendor, set to debut this summer. [Read More]

Tours: Intrepid Travel’s 12 Responsible Travel Tips.

Intrepid Travel has been named Best Tour Operator and is the Overall Joint Winner of the 2006 Responsible Tourism Awards in the UK. For the past 18 years they have maintained a commitment to responsible and sustainable travel. They work with communities by establishing local businesses, they train and use local operators and always ensure that travellers really interact with the locals in their host communities. [Read More]

Europe: Drive Away with the Kids.

Family vacation experiences in Europe come in all shapes and sizes. Like families no two are the same but taking the kids to Europe at least once before they go on their own is, for many families, a right of passage. Renault's trusted Eurodrive Program makes creating your own itinerary and driving away with the kids is easier than you think. [Read More]

Cruises: Scandinavia and Russia, Creating a Storybook Cruise.

Grandparents with the good luck to share a cruise with their grandkids may find this specific cruise route of value. Each warm weather season it is possible to create storybook cruise sailing roundtrip from England to Scandinavia and Russia. The storybook port list is what dreams are made of no matter your age. Ports include: London (really they mean Dover), England; Warnemunde (think Berlin), Germany; Tallinn, Estonia; St. Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; Stockholm, Sweden; Copenhagen, Denmark. Sound cool? Check your calendar, select a departure, go to the book store and just make it happen. [Read More]

Britain: Quirky Events - Cheese Rolling, Bog Snorkeling and Welly-wanging.

Not everything in Britain is Harry Potter or Pride and Prejudice some events defy explanation making you tempted to phone home – they  simply must be seen to be believed. VisitBritain - the tourist office for England, Scotland and Wales - suggests some not-to-be-missed highlights for 2008. [Read More]

Scotland: Edinburgh, "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep."

This holiday season the question "do you believe?" will take on new meaning. In less than eight weeks, the myth of Scotland's legendary Loch Ness Monster will be reborn with the December 25th premier of Sony Pictures feature film "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep". And for intrigued viewers eager to validate the Scottish myth themselves, a themed touring package is available to bring The Water Horse tale from the big screen to reality. [Read More]

Tours: Intrepid Family Adventures, Enjoying the World One Trip at a Time.

Intrepid Travel offers tour/adventures for families who want to leave their day-to-day world behind and share the fun of real life experiences together. Intrepid’s destinations include storybook places like India and Siam (Thailand) as well as wild kingdom spots which include Nepal and Borneo. Innovative and inspiring these junkets are tailored to the needs of multiple generations. The fun factor is huge and the stress level non existent. [Read More]

Away for the Holidays – Take a Tour and Have a Family Adventure.

One of the easiest ways to escape the madness of the holidays is to latch on to a family tour. The family adventures described below are all available during the Christmas or winter school break. I have highlighted a few unique memory making itineraries. Follow the links included to several more. Think of the following short descriptions as gift wrapping for a family adventure. The ideas described themselves read like a special present just waiting to be unwrapped. [Read More]

England: London 10 ways to Save and Still Have Fun.

Modern, quirky and loads of fun, London is a terrific city adventure destination for families. For some, to do it and not break the bank is the challenge. Ideas, details, and the latest information on how to save money may be found at a new website visitlondon.com. [Read More]

Tours: Adventure Center, Share the World with Your Kids.

Imagine finding a menu of family vacation choices which span five continents, each one tempting and all surprisingly affordable. From Europe to Asia and Africa to the Americas the options are varied and well-suited to a family adventure. [Read More]

Britain: Three Ships, a King, Pocahontas and an Empire.

The history trail leading up to the first sail to America is lively and entertaining. In true British fashion families will find a variety of well conceived programs weaving rich threads of history through interactive exhibits, storytelling and living history. See the places stately homes, castles, historic cities and villages which inspired and lead to that first permanent English-speaking settlement in 1607. [Read More]

Family TravelPhases, Vacations for the Time in Your Life.

All vacationing families do not fit the same narrow tourism industry profile- two adults with children between the ages of 6 and 12. Because of this we have created Family TravelPhasesSM, a grouping of vacation destinations and activities designed to match five age categories of family travelers. [Read More]

Finland: Helsinki, Family Vacation Ideas.

Easy-paced and friendly, Helsinki and Finland in general offer plenty of options for families that wish to enjoy a city by the sea. The vacation choices are compelling for families wishing to have an adventure way up North. From spas and snow-shoeing to Santa’s Workshop and reindeer encounters, there are options for families. This is the land of the Moomintrolls who live, of course, in the Moomin Valley. [Read More]

Wales: Cardiff, Winter Wonderland.

With over a quarter of a million skaters having taken to the ice in the past five years, Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland returns to the beautiful Civic Centre for a sixth year in 2006. The bmibaby open-air ice rink is back between November 16th and January 7th giving a cool 52 days of skating. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Paris Marriot Vacation Special

See more, do more, no lines, no waits, Marriott makes Paris easy. We know kids can be choosy, which is why we've created this family oriented Paris vacation package. [Read More]

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Renault's Eurodrive Program

Eurodrive program lets participants pick up and drop off cars in nine countries. [Read More]

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Eco Family Adventures - Turkey

Istanbul, Ephesus, Cappadocia and the Turquoise Coast. [Read More]

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Adventure Center Family Tours

Adventure Center Family vacations with zing. [Read More]

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GTC Great Britain

Join us on an incredibly beautiful fun-filled trip to England and Scotland. [Read More]

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GTC United Kingdom

Vikings, Romans, Castles and Kids. [Read More]

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Thomson Family Adventures Turkey

A highlight of the trip is our sailing cruise on a gulet, Turkey's traditional wooden yacht. [Read More]

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Thomson Family Adventures Portugal

A living history book, a place where Roman and Moorish influences are seen, where medieval villages still exist and ancient castles and cathedrals rise on hills. [Read More]

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Intrepid Family Adventures Spain

Dine on traditional tapas, Explore the Great Mosque of Cordoba, Take a cable car up the Rock of Gibraltar, Enjoy fun in the sun on the beaches of Costa del Sol, Hike through the Sierra de Grazalema. 15-days $925. [Read More]

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Intrepid Family Adventure Italy

Our 14-day tour begins in Rome ends in Venice. [Read More]

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Intrepid Family Adventure Central Europe

Leave your day-to-day schedule behind and join us on remarkable journey through Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia, Italy. [Read More]

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Edinburgh , Scotland: "Water Horse" Travel Package.

See the real "Water Horse". [Read More]

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Adventure Center Family Trips Europe

Europe’s best adventure travel experiences. [Read More]

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Salerno Italy, Italy: Villa Adda

A Vacation Home by the Sea. [Read More]

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Eastern Europe: Adventure Center Family Trips.

Terrific family adventure travel experiences in Eastern Europe. [Read More]

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