Looking for a holiday in France that is gorgeous, quiet and unspoilt yet with plenty to do? We found the perfect South of France holiday area – the beautiful Languedoc-Roussillon. When we arrived at Maison de la Roche – a collection of boutique gites in the south of France – […]
Family Travel Ideas
World Wandering Kiwi tips for family travel and ideas for travel with kids. Inspiration for holidays and vacations with children. Real holidays not resorts! Family travel ideas that have been tested by the Wandering Kiwi family.
Guide books that make travel with kids fun
Giving up on travel once I became a parent was never an option but let’s face it, travel with kids is not easy. It spells the end of any relaxation time but, as any passionate traveller will tell you, it’s also time to embrace the rewarding aspects of travel with […]
Choosing the best Vietnam beach holidays
It is difficult to pick the best beaches in Vietnam with the abundance of beautiful coastlines facing the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. Along 2,000 miles of unspoilt coastline, sun-baked sands are lined with swaying palms and luxurious Vietnam beach resorts. You’ll also find authentic fishing villages […]
Planning a dog-friendly trip to the Lake District
Dogs are a part of the family just as much as the children, your aunts and uncles, and your grandparents – it just wouldn’t be the same without them, would it? So why does that have to change when you go on holiday? You shouldn’t have to leave your four-legged […]
The best Malaysia beach holidays
Visiting Malaysia is a unique journey packed with culture, history and natural beauty. There are so many places to visit in Malaysia: within the country’s 13 states are age-old forests, beautiful coastlines, misty hills and majestic mountains. When it comes to unwinding on Malaysia’s incredible beaches, there are plenty to […]
Choosing the best Bali beach resort
The ‘Island of the Gods’ is known for the beauty of its ancient temples, breathtaking views over rice terraces, white sand beaches, and warm tradition of hospitality. There is something for everyone on Bali beach holidays, from romantic sunsets and lively beachside bars, to family fun and yoga retreats. Part […]
Choosing the best Thailand beach resort
Almost as soon as you travel south from the capital of Bangkok, the wide selection of Thailand beach destinations and paradise islands begins. Enjoy the nearby delights of Hua Hin and Pattaya or travel to the more remote islands of Koh Tao and Koh Lanta, where outstanding diving and snorkelling […]
50 years of Cicerone guidebooks
I don’t know about you but when I’m looking for travel ideas I have a shelf of books at home that I like to flick through for inspiration. Guidebook publisher Cicerone has added to my collection in 2019 by producing a special anthology of adventure to celebrate Fifty Years of […]
Independent Fraser Island tours in Australia
It may be the world’s biggest sand island but Fraser Island is also famous for its rainforest and when the Wandering Kiwi family visited this island off the coast of Queensland, Australia, we loved its diversity and uniqueness. The traditional name of the island is K’gari, which means “paradise” in […]