How Many Days Do You Need in London With Kids?
Planning a family trip to London? The number of days you have can dramatically change what you’re able to see and how rushed your trip feels. Here’s what our six-day trip looked like—and what we’d recommend for different trip lengths.
Where to Stay in London With Kids: Why We Loved South Bank
We spent six days in London with our kids and loved using South Bank as our home base. Here’s why we think it’s a great area to stay for a first family trip to London.
Windsor Castle Day Trip From London: Is It Worth It?
Wondering if Windsor Castle is worth visiting from London? After visiting with our two kids, here's our honest review, who we think will love it, and whether we'd recommend giving up half a day in London.
London with Kids: A Realistic Guide for First-Time Families
We weren't sure how London would work with kids, but after six days exploring the city as a family, we found it to be one of the easiest European destinations we've visited. Here's what surprised us, what we'd do differently, and our honest advice for first-time families.
Stonehenge From London: Is It Worth It? (Our Early Morning Experience)
Wondering if Stonehenge is worth visiting from London? We almost skipped it ourselves. Here's what it was really like, how we got there, and whether we'd recommend it after visiting with our kids.
Harry Potter Studio Tour London: Is It Worth It for Families?
Thinking about visiting the Harry Potter Studio Tour during your London vacation? Here's our honest family review, what surprised us, how long it took, and whether we think it's worth the time and money.
A Tween's 3 Favorite Day Trips from London
Looking for kid-approved attractions near London? Our tween shares the three places she loved most during our family trip—and why she thinks other kids will enjoy them too.
Tower of London Tips: How to See the Crown Jewels First (Without the Long Wait)
Want to see the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London without standing in a huge line? Learn the strategy we used to visit the jewels first, enjoy the Beefeater Tour, and make the most of our morning with kids.
British Museum Highlights: A 2–3 Hour Route With Exact Room Numbers
Wondering what to see at the British Museum if you only have a few hours? Here's our family-tested route to the museum's most famous artifacts, including the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon Sculptures, Moai, and Cyrus Cylinder, complete with room numbers and practical tips.
London Itinerary: 6 Days in London for First-Time Visitors (Family-Friendly & Realistic)
We spent 6 days exploring London and packed in royal palaces, world-class museums, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Harry Potter. Here's exactly what we did, what was worth it, and what we'd recommend to first-time visitors.
How We Structure Our Vacation Days in Big Cities to See More Without Burning Out
Our family prefers active, experience-packed vacations. Learn how we plan city itineraries, group nearby attractions, and stay flexible so we can see more without burning out.
How We Plan International Family Trips on a Budget
All families decide where to head on vacation differently.
We have a running list of places we’d like to see. It’s our family bucket list. These are places that are a reasonable plane ride away (we’re not doing 17-hour flights with the kids), are safe, have reliable public transportation, and are relatively affordable. So…
How to Use Google Flights to Find Cheap International Flights
In this guide, I'll show you how our family uses Google Flights to compare airports, find cheaper travel dates, and discover affordable international destinations.
How to Travel Internationally with Carry-On Luggage Only
In this guide, you'll learn:
Whether international carry-on-only travel is realistic
How our family packs for trips of 2 weeks
How we handle laundry and souvenirs
The pros and cons before you book
What it’s Like to Fly on an Airplane for the First Time
Flying for the first time can feel exciting and a little scary. Here's what it was really like from a kid who had never flown before.
How Early Should You Get to the Airport for an International Flight?
The main reason airlines want you to arrive so early is to give you time to get through security. Sometimes you can get lucky, and the line moves quickly. Other times, you’re moving at a snail’s pace and obsessively checking your watch to see if you’re going to make it through in time to catch your flight.