Ciudad Perdida Trek Tips: What to Know Before You Go

the famous Ciudad Perdida archaeological site

Before our Ciudad Perdida trek in Colombia, we read everything we could find. We wanted practical, up-to-date Ciudad Perdida trek tips that would help us understand the difficulty, what to pack, what the camps were really like, and what we could safely leave behind.

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Lost City Hike with Kids: Our 6-Day Trek in Colombia

A family with kids at Ciudad Perdida, Colombia

The Lost City Hike with kids may sound a little ambitious at first, and for good reason. Nestled high in the jungle of Colombia’s lush Sierra Nevada mountains, the Lost City, or Ciudad Perdida, is a legitimate bucket list hike for many intrepid travellers. It’s not an easy trek to Ciudad Perdida and, unlike hiking the Inca Trail with kids, there is no train or shortcut to make the journey easier.

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Rodadero Santa Marta with Kids: 3-Day Guide

Enjoying a plate of fresh papaya while enjoying the Caribbean views in Rodadero with kids

Rodadero Santa Marta with kids is an easy Caribbean beach stop for families, with warm water, plenty of beach time, and a good mix of relaxed and lively places to explore. Rodadero is beautifully situated on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, and with several beaches plus close proximity to Tayrona National Park, there are plenty of fun things to do in Rodadero with kids.

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Palm Springs with Kids: 4-Day Family Itinerary

image of two kids hiking in Palm Springs

Looking for a fun and easy place for a family vacation? You will love a trip to Palm Springs with kids. Blessed with palm trees and blue skies, family-friendly Palm Springs is a charming, small city with a pleasant desert climate.

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Joshua Tree with Kids: 9 Fun Things to Do

image of two kids at the top of Ryan Mountain in Joshua Tree NP

When we started looking for things to do in Joshua Tree with kids, we knew we wanted more than a quick stop at Skull Rock and a few roadside viewpoints. We were travelling with our kids, aged 4 and 6 at the time, and planned to spend four days exploring Joshua Tree National Park at the start of peak season in mid-February.

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Conic Hill Walk with Kids: What to Expect

image of girl taking picture with a phone at the top of conic hill which is one of the best Loch Lomond walks to do with kids

The Conic Hill Walk is a short but steep family-friendly hike starting from Balmaha in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. It follows part of the West Highland Way and rewards hikers with amazing views over Loch Lomond, its islands, and the Highland Boundary Fault.

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Dublin with Kids: Family Activities, Tips & Itinerary

image of Poolbeg Lighthouse in Dublin Ireland

There are so many things to do in Dublin with kids, making it a wonderful place to visit as a family. We visited Dublin in summer with our kids, aged 4 and 6, and found it easy to enjoy a good mix of outdoor activities, cultural pursuits, and kid-friendly stops without feeling like every day had to revolve entirely around the children.

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Things to Do in Cork with Kids: 2-Day Family Guide

image of Blarney Castle

With many excellent parks and attractions, there are plenty of reasons to visit Cork with kids. There are tons of family-friendly things to do in Cork, Ireland’s second largest city, and it’s conveniently located near some of the country’s top destinations, including Blarney Castle, Killarney National Park and the Dingle Peninsula. This makes Cork a great place to begin your family adventures in southwestern Ireland. All of this, coupled with the fun things to do in Cork with kids, landed it a spot on our list of Europe’s most family-friendly cities.

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