Interrogated by police, surrounded by lions: Our family holiday triumphs – and disasters

Don’t… forget the first aid kit Every parent has a nightmare tale to tell about a holiday accident. Cycling down a steep slope in the South Tyrol,…

The best last-minute holidays for Easter, with or without kids in tow

Combine the history of Egypt with the Red Sea Turn a trip to Egypt into an odyssey by giving yourself plenty of time to see the sights…

20 last-minute holidays for Easter, with or without kids in tow

It’s all ancient history, Egypt Turn a trip to Egypt into an odyssey by giving yourself plenty of time to see the sights – and unwind afterwards….

Center Parcs cancelled my holiday, and now I have to pay £700 extra to rebook

A spokesperson for Center Parcs said: “We are not offering any discount or compensation and guests can either cancel their break with a full refund or re-schedule…

How to bag a bargain peak season holiday – secrets of the travel experts

Private pools add hundreds of pounds to the cost of a villa. Book one within walking distance of the beach – the Greek islands and northern Spain…

Britain’s 40 best days out (perfect for half term)

February half term is finally here and Britain is bursting with brilliant ideas for family days out. From stately homes with sprawling grounds to immersive museums and…

9 amazing family breaks in Spain now teenagers can travel there again

Portaventura Salou has one particular family-friendly claim to fame. It is home to PortAventura World (portaventuraworld.com) – the adrenalised oasis which ranks as the most visited theme…

10 teen-friendly breaks in Spain

It is the Valentine’s Day news that many of us have been waiting for. And it has nothing to do with love-hearts, chocolates or vastly overpriced flowers….

The grandparents’ guide to a happy half term

With grandchildren in tow, I have an excuse for new and unexpected experiences. I can spend the day at Legoland, drive a tube train at the London…

Britain’s 50 best days out (perfect for half term)

February half term is fast approaching and Britain is bursting with brilliant ideas for family days out. From stately homes with sprawling grounds to immersive museums and…

Families forced to cancel half-term holidays because of ‘restrictive’ Covid pass rules

Families have been forced to cancel half-term holidays because of “restrictive” vaccine passport demands. Children aged 12-15 who are fully vaccinated are unable to use the NHS…

Book now, or wait? The ultimate guide to planning a holiday in 2022

In normal times, the week between Christmas and New Year sees a remarkable phenomenon on Google. There’s a huge surge in people searching for holidays. The hangover…

Navigating the confusing world of pre-departure Covid tests for travel from the UK

Gill Charlton has been fighting for Telegraph readers and solving their travel problems for more than 30 years, winning refunds, righting wrongs and suggesting solutions. She takes…

Schools send pupils home early for Christmas amid Covid disruption

The university has asked all students to get a PCR test at a walk-in mobile testing unit in the city centre, and take daily lateral flow tests…

The cheapest, quickest and easiest pre-departure Covid tests to take on holiday with you

Another week, another hurdle to add to the Covid travel checklist. Pre-departure tests are back.  From 4am, on December 7 all those aged 12 years and over…

Why I bribed my children on a cruise in Croatia

A major benefit of such a small ship is that it can stop in places other vessels can’t reach. The following morning it docked on the island…

Eight beautiful British holiday rentals for multi-generation Christmas getaways

After last year’s cancelled Christmas plans, a family gathering this year will feel all the sweeter. But you’re not the only ones planning a big festive get-together:…