France

20 March 2008

Travelling to France with children can be a great adventure and because France is so close to the UK it opens up so many opportunities. You can get there either by plane, boat or train; it is entirely up to you. You can also chose what type of accommodation suits you best. The options are endless; do you hire a tent, a mobile home, a cottage or stay in a bed and breakfast or hotel. You could even take your own tent, camper or caravan and travel around to your hearts content. We could be here forever discussing every permeation available to you, so we have chosen a few options to look at and offer you guidance on where to find out more.

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Normandy

20 March 2008

Normandy, on the west tip of France is renowned for it’s relaxing atmosphere. You really can’t help, but relax here. Despite it’s annual tourist invasion it remains relatively unspoilt.
Getting there
By far the easiest way to get to Normandy is by ferry.
You can also fly to Orly and Roisy- Charles de Gaulle, but then you’d need to take a train to Nomandy, which really could be a hassle travelling with children.

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Driving in France

20 March 2008

Not only do you drive on the right in France, but all of the speed and distance signs are in kilometres.

Also worth knowing:
Your insurance should cover you third party in France, but check with your insurance company before you go and you may also want to increase your insurance cover.
Service stations often close at 6pm and on Sundays. It may be difficult to find a service station that is open 24 hours.
The french for petrol is essence, diesel is gazole. Read more

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Don’t Lose Them

20 March 2008

We know too well how easy it is to lose sight of your child in strange surroundings and the fear and panic that brings. Here we look at tips on keeping your children safe whilst you are away, so that you can all enjoy your time away. Read more

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The Sun & Heat

20 March 2008

Taking your children to a lovely hot and sunny country should be a fantastic time for everyone. However, we are not generally used to such soaring temperatures here in the UK, so it is important to protect your little ones ,as well as yourself, from the sun and the heat. Look at our advice on keeping everyone safe and well while you soak up the sun. Read more

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Motion Sickness

20 March 2008

Whether you’re travelling by car, train, plane or boat sometimes it can all be a bit much for those who suffer from motion sickness or travel sickness. What should be a relaxing time for you getting to your destination or coming home can be a traumatic time if you or your children are feeling ill. It needn’t ruin your journey though. We have given you some advice on dealing with and hopefully preventing motion sickness. Read more

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Health Emergency Checklist

20 March 2008

Hopefully your holiday will be an enjoyable one. Should you or your child become unwell while you are away it is a good idea to know what to do before you go. We hope to give you some general guidance with our Health Emergency Checklist, so that no matter where you are travelling to you will have the appropriate information before you travel. Read more

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Half Term Ideas

20 March 2008

A week or two at half term is the ideal time for a short break somewhere in the UK. Choose from cottages or lodges to get away for a few days.

Holiday cottages from companies like are home from home. You’ll find luxuries such as hot tubs in some cottages and most have washing machines and dishwashers.

Coastal Retreats in Northumberland specialise in luxury cottages for families and provide games, toys and dressing up boxes. Read more

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Child Car Seat Regulations - FAQ’s

20 March 2008

The new laws regarding the use of child car seats from 18th September are causing some confusion. It has been reported that some parents do not fully understand what they mean. We have listed some of the questions that we are frequently asked so that you can be prepared and your children can travel safely.