Disney Land

Disney Land is one of the dream places for any child, well anyone really! Who doesn’t want to experience the magic of Disney Land Orlando!? Walt Disney World attracts an annual attendance of 47 million so this just shows you how many people want to experience the magic as well.

So we’ve discovered that EVERYONE wants to visit Disney Land, but then comes the trouble of finding somewhere to stay with onsite hotels and accommodation sometimes being ridiculously expensive some people just tend to decide to go for it and make it probably one of the most expensive holidays they’ll ever go on. But it doesn’t have to be…

Have you considered renting out a villa? Yes, this will mean you have to buy the tickets separately but this doesn’t mean it will be anymore any less expensive. There are villa rentals from as little as £300 for a WHOLE week close to Disneyland Parks so if is definitely something to consider. Here is a whole range of Villas which have been picked out by a villa rental company called Top Villas of villas that are within 6 miles of Disney World Florida and close to the other parks.

 

 

Things to do in Orlando

If you’re looking for a holiday perfect for children and a great family holiday you should definitely consider Orlando. There are so many attractions and places to visit in Orlando so it is definitely the ideal destination, as well as having a wide range of accommodation types, including amazing hotels and some beautiful villas.

As everyone knows the most known type of attraction in Orlando are theme parks. There are several in Orlando, Universal Orlando being a set of some including Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, with other attractions within this clan of theme parks. But there are other things to do in Orlando other than theme parks.

Kayak Eco-Tour, this is great fun, paddling your way through the waters and you may even spot real alligators or eagles on this fun day out.

Orlando Magic, come and see a game of basketball in this 20,000 seat Amway Centre downtown during the season which is between October to June.

(not one so much for the children) But in the evenings why not head on down to some great wine bars.

Orlando are  known for having a great spa. Enjoying a romantic weekend away take time to get pampered at one of Orlando’s world-class spas.

Or why not take a little shopping trip, Orlando is home to two major shopping malls as well as two outlet centres which are great for finding a good old bargain.

Enjoy a bit of golf? Why not spend some time testing your skills on some of the impressive greens Orlando has to offer.

Or check out some of the great foods in some of Orlando’s finest restaurants.

For more information and ideas of places to visit then check out: 10 Things To Do In Orlando Besides Theme Parks.

Travelling alone

Always dreamed to go travelling, but no one else shares this same dream? Well fear not, travelling solo could be great! Here are some great tips to help you when travelling alone: 

1. Plan in advance; although the excitement of not knowing where you’re going or what you’re doing does sound great, but it may not always end well. Who knows where you could end up.. So doing a little advance planning won’t hurt, you don’t need a detailed plan but for the first night at least, make sure you know where you’re staying and perhaps book your hostel/hotel before you leave.

2. Pack light; carrying massive bags that way a ton around whilst travelling will be tiring and could quite possibly ruin the whole experience for you, so just bring the essentials but enough to last you for however long you plan to be travelling for.  

3. Try to arrive during the day; being in an unfamiliar city and not knowing where you are going can be some what hard, so make sure you try and arrive during the daylight so you can see exactly where you’re going, and don’t risk getting lost.

4. Mix with others; see other travellers? Why not try and start a conversation with them, in the hostel lounges is a great place to meet short-term friends, and could also help you pick up some excellent travel advice.

5. Watch the world around you; whilst sitting in a cafe sipping on a warm hot chocolate watch what others do, how they act and react to certain things, this could help you learn how things are done in that country. 

6. Open up; learn to talk to strangers (even though we’re told not to when we’re younger), smile and start a conversation, making a few friends, short-term, can’t hurt.

7. Go out and enjoy yourself; do as much as you can, visit pubs, clubs, concerts and theatres. You’re travelling alone so you can do what you want so why not make the most of it!

8. Don’t be put off by dining alone; a lot of people actually do this, enjoy it! Perhaps go to restaurants with communal tables or counters, this could make it easier to make conversation with people and then you may not end up dining alone!

9. Sign up for courses; depending on how long you’re planning to stay in one place why not join several courses, language? Why not actually learn the language of the place you’re staying, this could help you make conversation with the locals! 

10. Go on organised tours; going on tours will enable you to meet other people and will give you a chance to relax, let someone else take care of all the details for you.

11. Always have the essentials; when travelling alone it is best to be a lot safer, meaning you’ll need to make sure you remember where you’re staying, so write it down on a piece of paper and make sure you pack it in your bag for the day, have a copy of emergency contacts just incase and any important documents you may need.

12. Save on phone charges; think about buying an unlocked phone and then buy a SIM card for the phone in each country as you travel, as this will save you heaps! 

13; Skype; when you find free wi-fi why not use Skype, its free and will allow you to keep in contact with family and friends whilst you’re away, and will also ensure them that you’re safe. 

14; Be safe; steer clear of dark alleys, being seen and in a public place is always safer than a private place.

 

 

Child Friendly Holidays in France

France is the perfect destination to go on a family holiday for many reasons, one being that it is just a short trip across the sea, making it quick to get to but also cheaper than having to book flights, which can cost a fortune! As well as that there are also lots of attractions perfect for families.

There are lots of theme parks including DisneyLand Paris which attracts up to 17 million people each year. You can also go swimming in the Alps, it is a man-made swimming lake close to Chamonix and plants actually filter the mountain water so there are no chemicals! There is a daily limit of the amount of people allowed so better arrive early! Another theme park in France is Futuroscope perfect for families.

You could also take a trip to Paris and check out the Eiffel Tower. Another popular place to go is a medieval town: Mont Saint-Michel, which is one of the top attractions in France and contains, as well as other things, the stunning Romanesque Abbey. Or you could go and see the historical side of France and visit the WW1 Battlefields or D-Day Sites.

So as you can tell there is lots to do on a holiday to France, especially as a family. If you’re thinking of booking a family friendly holiday very soon then you should most definitely consider France.

 

 

The Top Things to do in Koh Samui

Koh Samui is a very beautiful island in Thailand. With stunning beaches and a varied amount of things to do it is the perfect destination for that much needed holiday. There is an attraction suited to everyone.

Big Buddha – this is probably one of Koh Samui’s most well known landmarks, it is a 12 metre high golden Buddha and can be seen from several kilometres away. With surrounding market stalls selling a wide range of lucky charms and many other souvenirs, with lots of food stalls as well.

Angthong National Marine Park – this is a protected area of 100sqkm of land and sea and home to a huge variety of exotic wildlife and sea creatures. There is so much to explore with the towering limestone mountains, thick jungle, white sand beaches, waterfalls and hidden covers.

Samui Aquarium with Tiger Show – if you enjoy checking out the animals at the zoo then this is the place to go, with animals ranging from coral fish, huge catfish and sharks, and that is just in the aquarium! Adjacent to that there is a zoo home to tigers, parrots, sea hawks, eagles and even otters that perform!

Ladyboy Cabaret Shows – this is not everyone’s cup of tea, but then again some of the other attractions above may not be either, so as I mentioned above, there is something for everyone! So if you’re looking for something a little different this is definitely something to check out.