“..And on that Farm he had a …” Before ‘Baby Shark’ there was Old MacDonald educating the masses about life on the Farm and that was a whole lot more fun than granny shark and her toothless jaw-snapping! The Baby-Friendly Boltholes family are big fans of a family-friendly farmstay. In the past 10 years, we’ve been lucky enough to have been invited to stay at many amazingly baby and toddler-friendly
Earlier this year we sent Alex from @asideorderofme and her little girl to check out The Granary at Partridge Lodge in Suffolk. Find out what Alex, Phoebe and her fabulous Nana made of their stay at this rural ‘Baby-Friendly Bolthole’ below; ‘Any parent knows that when searching for a holiday, you are mentally packing everything but the kitchen sink. So, when I discovered Baby Boltholes, it was almost too good
We love going on holiday in April. The days are growing longer, the countryside is abundant with greenery and spring flowers, and the birds provide a beautiful spring soundtrack. Winter is well and truly behind us and it’s warming up for summer. For a spot of early sunshine, you can’t beat the Mediterranean for family holidays, in cities you can take advantage of pavement cafés before it’s too hot and
2018 is set to be a great year of travel, and according to some of the world’s biggest travel publications, there will be exciting new destinations worth thinking about. From city breaks and beautiful islands to countryside retreats and exploring Europe’s best winter wonderlands, there are some seriously inspiring places to add to your list for next year. For families travelling with children or babies, there are just as many
Home to cultural capital Florence and blessed with rolling hills and vineyards, Tuscany is a dream destination for the whole family. Oozing style, luxury and so much culture, it’s definitely one of our favourite places to jet off to. If you’re travelling with children, there’s just as much on offer in Tuscany to keep the little ones entertained. Because this beautiful region is much more than just great wine, gastronomy,
Here at Baby Friendly Boltholes, we’ve made travelling abroad with babies, toddlers and little ones in tow as easy and stress-free as possible. And that includes one of our favourite destinations in the world, Italy. An Italian holiday is the perfect combination of stunning scenery and sights, rich history and culture, good food and even better wine, and breath-taking nature that will captivate children and adults alike. We think that
A holiday to France is certainly a treat for the grown-ups. With outstanding gastronomy, the best wines in the world, and towns and cities steeped in history, a French vacation is made for culture vultures. Throw in the awe-inspiring countryside backdrops and unbelievable coastal sunsets, and you’ve got an adult paradise. But there’s also a world of fun and exploration for the little ones too. From the vast outdoor space
Finding the perfect place to stay for the whole family (babies, toddlers, and pets included) isn’t always an easy task. That’s why when we stumble upon a hidden gem that offers both luxury and convenience plus child-friendly and pet-friendly facilities, we’ll revisit it time and time again. These are the places that help us create everlasting memories. And many families these days only feel that their circle is complete when
Glorious Devon has long been a firm favourite with discerning young families on holiday. Given the wealth of top-notch, child-friendly attractions in the region, it’s easy to see why so many parents view Devon as the ideal place to spend quality time with their little ones. If you’re looking for inspiration before your family holiday there, take a peek at our handpicked selection of things to do with the kids.
Travelling with little ones can be a minefield. Thankfully you’ve been travel savvy enough to book with Baby-Friendly Boltholes and saved yourself a mountain of time/space packing ‘essential’ baby gear which is already taken care of. We’re now stepping in to share a few of our favourite finds designed to make going away with little ones even easier; Follow the image clockwise left to right; Trunki’s Boostapack; This portable car
