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From our own travels

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First-hand family travel stories: what we did, what stood out and what we would change next time.

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Reindeer in snowy Rovaniemi during our December 2024 family trip
Finnish Lapland · 2–6 December 2024

Four nights in Rovaniemi with children

Two adults, two children, a €500 Airbnb, Santa attractions, Ranua Wildlife Park and the travel choices we would change next time.

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Historic ruins in Kos during our 2026 family trip
Greece · 28 May–7 June 2026

Ten nights in Kos with family

Five adults, two children, an all-inclusive base, a memorable three-island boat tour and the day trip we would add next time.

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