22Mar 2025 by Gail No Comments
How to enjoy Pompeii and Herculaneum with kids!

How to enjoy Pompeii and Herculaneum with kids!

Italy
For kids in the UK, learning about Pompeii is pretty much a rite of passage. Chances are they won't have heard of Herculaneum though. We always love to try to bring history to life for our boys. However, I was a bit concerned how much they (and therefore we) would enjoy a trip these historic sites. Facebook groups were full of dire warnings on the heat, crowds, distances to be walked, overpriced food and drink, as well as the seemingly insurmountable difficulty of getting there without a budget-breaking guided tour from our accommodation. Having visited and loved both sites pre-kids, we decided to press on. I'm so glad we did. Read on for my thoughts on how to enjoy Pompeii and Herculaneum with kids. Exploring a family home in Pompeii!…
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13Feb 2025 by Gail
How to spend an unforgettable day in vibrant Positano!

How to spend an unforgettable day in vibrant Positano!

Italy
I don't think I would want to stay in Positano. Having said that, I can see the attraction of wandering its colourful streets once the day trippers have gone! As a family, we prefer a larger base with a bit more going on. Plus, although the getting there is part of the fun for a day trip, I would rather stay somewhere with easier transport connections. However, if you are staying in Sorrento (as we did) or further along the Amalfi Coast, you mustn't miss the opportunity to spend an unforgettable day in this beautiful small town nestling into the cliffs. How to get to Positano Positano isn't on the train route. If you don't want to brave the windy Italian roads and somewhat crazy Italian drivers, your 2 main…
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05Feb 2025 by Gail
How to spend a perfect family day in Sorrento!

How to spend a perfect family day in Sorrento!

Italy
Sorrento is a great base for day trips to Capri, Ischia, Positano and Pompeii. However, you can also enjoy a perfect relaxing family day in Sorrento itself. We stayed in Sorrento for 4 days in October 2024 with our boys, then aged 10 and 12. After a few busy days of excursions, we decided to devote our last day to relaxing in Sorrento itself. Feed the fish! Start your day by ambling down to the small beach at Marina Grande. Despite its name, Marina Grande is a small but charming harbour. Colourful fishing boats are moored in the shallow waters. Enticing bars and restaurants curve round the bay. The descent from the town is quite steep but has some excellent photo opportunities. The sea here is filled with huge shoals…
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