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Welcome to the Flashpacking Family travel blog. We’ve been a travel family since Ernie – our eldest – was three months old, but only started this family travel blog five years later. We’re playing catch up and have lots of great content on Jordan, Sri Lanka, South Africa, the United Kingdom and Canada Have a browse around our posts below for some inspiration and be sure to check back regularly to see more great family travel-related content.

We also have lots of Christmas and Halloween related content and a big section on things to do in London.

Landscape photo of Deadvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park in Namibia - one of the most unusual places to see in Namibia.

10 Most Epic Places To See In Namibia In 2023

Africa, Namibia

Namibia is known for its varied and desolate but stunning landscapes. There are so many beautiful places to see in Namibia. Find out what are the must-sees!

Boy in a swimming pool looking at Oryx in a desert in Namibia.

Epic 2-Week Namibia Road Trip: How To Plan Your Namibia Itinerary

Africa, Namibia

An epic 2-week Namibia road trip taking in all of the main attractions of Namibia including driving routes, where to stay and unforgettable experiences.

Father and son in a red kayak with a seal in the foreground jumping out of the water.

Amazing Wildlife Tours In Swakopmund You Need To Try In 2023

Africa, Namibia

Despite appearing inhospitable, there is a huge variety of flora and fauna in the Namib Desert and there are two wildlife tours in Swakopmund we highly recommend to learn more about this area.

View out of a safari tent with hot tub across to St Michael's Mount in Cornwall.

Glamping In Cornwall With Hot Tubs: 4 Unique Sites For Families

Europe, United Kingdom

Cornwall is a beautiful part of the country with lots on offer for kids and families will love these places to go glamping in Cornwall with hot tubs.

Universal Globe at Universal Studios in Orlando.

The 10 Best Hotels Near Universal Orlando For Families (2023)

North America, USA

From budget-friendly to all out luxury. These are the best hotels near Universal Orlando for families with a mix of Universal Hotels and Universal Partner Hotels.

View of County Hall and the London Eye from Westminster Bridge in London.

The Best Things To Do Near Waterloo For Families In 2023

Europe, London, United Kingdom

With so many things to do with kids near Waterloo, you could spend the weekend there and not do it all. These are the best things to do near Waterloo for families.

What Age Is Suitable For The London Dungeons?

Europe, London, United Kingdom

Find out all about visiting the London Dungeons with kids including the most important question: what age is suitable for the London Dungeons?

Entrance to Ensana Thermia Palace spa hotel in Piestany in Slovakia.

Thermia Palace Review: Is It The Best Spa Hotel In Slovakia?

Europe

Looking for the best spa resort in Slovakia? Find out what a stay at Thermia Palace spa hotel is like and why we think it is the best spa hotel in Slovakia.

A Complete Harry Potter Studio Tour London Review (+8 Top Tips)

Europe, London, United Kingdom

The Harry Potter Studio tour London is one of the biggest attractions in the UK and a must for Harry Potter fans. Find out all you need to know about visiting.

blurred view of the Inner Harbour and the Legislative Assembly building in Victoria BC with colourful flowers in the foreground.

18 Fun Things To Do On Vancouver Island With Kids In 2023

Canada, North America

Enjoy the stunning beauty of Vancouver Island on your family vacation with these super fun things to do on Vancouver Island with kids (+ indoor activities too!)

Kids buying a guide book at the Tower of London.

Guide To Visiting The Tower Of London With Kids In 2023

Europe, London, United Kingdom

The Tower of London is one of the most visited attractions in London but is it any good for kids? Find out all about visiting the Tower of London with kids. The Good. The Bad and The Treacherous!

A beautiful cobbled street in Banska Stiavnica which is not far from Thermia Palace the best spa in Slovakia.

Banská Štiavnica: The Most Beautiful Town In Slovakia

Europe

We stumbled on Banska Stiavnica on a road trip around Slovakia. Find out why it is the most beautiful town in Slovakia and a must-see destination in Europe.

WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY TRAVEL BLOG!

10 Most Epic Places To See In Namibia In 2023

Epic 2-Week Namibia Road Trip: How To Plan Your Namibia Itinerary

Amazing Wildlife Tours In Swakopmund You Need To Try In 2023

Glamping In Cornwall With Hot Tubs: 4 Unique Sites For Families

The 10 Best Hotels Near Universal Orlando For Families (2023)

The Best Things To Do Near Waterloo For Families In 2023

What Age Is Suitable For The London Dungeons?

Thermia Palace Review: Is It The Best Spa Hotel In Slovakia?

A Complete Harry Potter Studio Tour London Review (+8 Top Tips)

18 Fun Things To Do On Vancouver Island With Kids In 2023

Guide To Visiting The Tower Of London With Kids In 2023

Banská Štiavnica: The Most Beautiful Town In Slovakia

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