2 Days in Serengeti National Park with Kids

an 8-year old boy on a family safari in Serengeti National Park looks at a nearby lion through binoculars.

Everyone knows Serengeti National Park. Simply mention its name and people will envision the classic African landscape – rolling savannahs of grass, with acacia trees scattered around the landscape, wild animals everywhere. We’ve always wanted to visit Serengeti National Park with kids, so we were super excited when we finally got a chance to visit during our family trip to Africa.

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Maasai Mara National Reserve with Kids

a lioness as seen on a family safari trip to Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya.

Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the most famous game parks in Kenya, and perhaps all of Africa. Sharing a border with the Serengeti National Park, Maasai Mara is renowned for its incredible amount and diversity of African wildlife. When we planned our family trip to Kenya, we just knew we had to visit Maasai Mara with kids.

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Maji Moto Cultural Camp with Kids

Dan & Celine Brewer, enjoy a stay at the Maji Moto Cultural Camp in Kenya.

Celine and I had been to many “cultural experiences” in Africa before, and they were always disappointing, non-authentic tourist traps. When we were planning our family safari trip to Kenya, we wanted to mix in some culture for our kids to break up the game drives, but we wanted to avoid the awful fake stuff put on for tourists. When we heard about the Maji Moto Cultural Camp, we knew we had found the right place.

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3 Days in Lake Naivasha with Kids

Dan and Celine Brewer, owners of FamilyCanTravel.com, enjoy a herd of zebras while on a walking safari on Crescent Island on Lake Naivasha, Kenya.

When choosing destinations for our family holiday to Kenya, Lake Naivasha was a clear choice due to its unique blend of nature, adventure and relaxation. After several days of amazing game drives in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, we were looking for an opportunity to enjoy some outdoor physical activity. During our three days in Lake Naivasha with kids, we found many family-friendly outdoor adventures in which highlight the regions’ natural beauty and rich wildlife.

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Ol Pejeta Conservancy with Kids

a 10-year old girl smiles for a picture with an elephant while on a family safari at Ol Pejeta Conservatory in Kenya.

If you are looking for an excellent game park for a family safari in Kenya, we recommend the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The land for the Ol Pejeta Conservancy was previously owned by an arms dealer, but thankfully today it belongs to one of Kenya’s top conservation projects. We spent three days in Ol Pejeta Conservancy with kids, and had some truly amazing wildlife encounters.

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Things to Do in Nairobi with Kids: Top Family-Friendly Activities You’ll Love

Dan Brewer, owner of FamilyCanTravel.com, feeds a Rothchild Giraffe at the Giraffe Centee in Nairobi, Kenya, while his kids smile for a photo.

For many, Nairobi is the gateway for a family trip safari vacation to Kenya. You may be tempted to simply land in Nairobi and immediately leave for the famous Kenya game parks, but you may be surprised to discover there are a lot of fun things to do in Nairobi with kids.

We spent 36 hours in Nairobi at the start of our family safari vacation to Kenya and had a lot of fun. To help you decide whether you should visit Kenya’s capital city, here are the things we did in Nairobi with kids.

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6 Amazing Chiang Mai Family Hotels

The huge outdoor pool and waterslide at the Shangri-La Chiang Mai hotel are some of the reasons why it is such a kid-friendly Chiang Mai hotel.

We love traveling the world with our kids, but time and time again we find ourselves drawn back to Thailand. Of all the places we’ve visited, Chiang Mai is one of our absolute favorite destinations to visit in Asia with kids. This vibrant and welcoming city has something for everyone – rich cultural heritage, incredible food, colorful markets, stunning temples, and a laid-back charm that makes it easy to enjoy as a family.

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Amazing Family-Friendly Hotels Near Xcaret

Room view at Hotel Xcaret Mexico - hotels near xcaret.

If you take a moment and look at our extensive collection of blog posts about visiting Mexico with kids, you’ll see how much we love taking family vacations to this beautiful country. Of all the places to go on a family beach holiday in Mexico, the Riviera Maya is the best. And, while you are there, the very best eco-park in all of Mexico is Xcaret.

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7 Tips to Find the Best Airbnb with Kids

family game night in our 3-bedroom Ucluelet cabin rental

Traveling with kids is so rewarding and family trips will create memories which last a lifetime. A huge part of planning a successful family vacation is to find accommodation which meets the needs of your family. If everyone is well-rested, they will be happier, more co-operative and will enjoy their trip so much more.

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6 Family-Friendly Hotels in Seville, Spain

Kid friendly hotel in Seville -

Spain is a breathtaking country, and Seville stands out as one of the top family-friendly destinations you should consider visiting. As the capital of the Andalusian region, Seville offers a blend of rich history, stunning architecture, and a pleasant Mediterranean climate all year round. 

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