As countries begin to reopen borders and dreams of travel start to become a reality once more, now is a perfect time to get planning your dream 2021 family getaway with American Holidays. Universal Orlando Resort is the ideal family holiday destination and has recently announced the reopening of selected hotels as of 2nd June. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Universal…
By Elaine Whelan For anyone who knows anything about children, they know that children love chocolate. For anyone who also knows anything about the Netherlands, they know that Tony’s Chocolonely is the country’s favourite brand of chocolate. After scoffing more than a few bars on my past trips to Amsterdam, it’s easy to see why it’s so popular with the Dutch. Tony’s…
Efteling Theme Park is set to welcome a new family roller coaster this summer. Although Irish visitors are still waiting to be allowed to visit we are excited to visit this new attraction when we can. The fairly tale theme park in the south of Holland plan to open the new Max & Moritz ride to the public from Saturday 20 June 2020. This will be…
Thrilling, exhilarating, and eye-popping attractions are waiting for you and your kiddos in Disneyland Paris. Endless rides, parades, light shows, sights, and sounds – this unique European tourist site is truly a place where dreams do come true. We prepared a rundown of activities, rides, and most interesting restaurants to see in this magical place. Things to Do Visit the Sleeping Beauty…
Efteling, the fairytale theme park in the south of Holland, welcomes two new attractions in time for its annual Winter Efteling, which runs from 11 November 2019 to 2 February 2020. Visitors will be in a world full of twinkling lights, special winter attractions and heart-warming entertainment during its annual Winter Efteling. For the first time this year, guests can…
From mid-November until the end of January, each year, Efteling Theme Park in the Netherlands (about an hour and 10 min from Amsterdam) is transformed into ‘Winter Efteling’ with thousands of twinkling lights, a covering of snow and huge bonfires to keep you warm and lots of different types of hot chocolate to choose from. There’s an array of festive, live entertainment and shows plus…
Thrilling theme parks of the UK England has plenty of amusement parks that are rated some of the best in the world, so travelling over the pond is an easy way to access adventure. Whether you want to organise a day trip to a specific one or take a theme park road trip around the country, there are plenty of…
Packing for a theme park holiday From tots to teens, there is something for everyone to enjoy in a theme park holiday. It can be hard to know what exactly to pack for a holiday set in a theme park, but we’ve broken down some of the essentials to add to your packing list. Water proof If there are going…
Let yourself be welcomed by the breathtaking nature at Efteling Theme Park, the largest theme park in The Netherlands. Stroll along the paths surrounded by countless colourful flower beds while enjoying the summer sun. Visit enchanting attractions, thrilling rollercoasters and enjoy amazing entertainment and get a taste of spring fever. There is so much to do and discover, 365 days a year, at the Efteling World of Wonders Theme Park. Every…
By April Drew Over the Christmas break, publisher of Getaways with Kids, April Drew and her husband John Mooney took their three children, Colum, 8, Sadie, 6 and Arden 2 to the Netherlands to experience one of the best theme parks in the world, Efteling. Efteling is a fantasy-themed amusement park in Kaatsheuvel, about an hour outside Amsterdam. The attractions…