It's a tradition for Parisian children and a must-do for young visitors to the city. Rent a petit bateau (small boat) in the ponds at the Tuileries or Luxembourg gardens and while away the afternoon with some good old-fashioned unplugged nautical fun....

You may have noticed it's been a while since I've updated this space. This is not due to writer's block or blogger's burnout. I've actually been too busy traveling to keep up with the regular dispatches - a lame excuse for a travel writer, I know. Our family spent the ...

Urban settings offer wealth of adventures

There’s something about the bright lights of a big city that make for a fun family getaway. Good walking shoes are a must for families seeking to ...