As you all know, we’re BIG Los Angeles fans at kodomo.com and, if you’re there this summer, there is more reason than ever to check out the Mr. C Beverly Hills Hotel. Year-round, they are seriously welcoming of little children, considering them in every detail and ensuring a stay is as relaxing as possible for parents, but this summer they have taken things one step further and launched the new family-friendly amenity program called “Little C.”   So what this means is that, from check-in, your little ones are loved. They’ll receive a complimentary welcome Mr. C teddy bear and a … Continued

I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the team at Junior Magazine as a judge in the Junior Design Awards 2015 for the second year running. Last year, we spent hours ogling gorgeous nursery furniture, debating the best family hotels, and road-testing some seriously impressive buggies, nappy bags, baby-carriers and car seats. We chatted top toys to favourite kids’ fashion items, the very best family breaks away to inspirational children’s books, and I was really honoured to spend time with some fabulous men and women who also sat on the panel. This September we’ll be doing it all over again and, if … Continued

The River Cottage in Devon is a hub of glorious food, family and this August, it’s home to the fabulous River Cottage Summer Fair. The lovely team at The River Cottage host twice-yearly celebrations of the season and the upcoming Summer Fair, for those in and around the Axminster area on the Dorset and Devon border, will make a fabulous family treat. (If you don’t live in the West Country, we highly recommend you make a weekend of it).   On Saturday 15th August and Sunday August 16th, The River Cottage will be awash with activities and entertainment for the … Continued

Soneva Fushi is one of the Maldives’ largest island resorts, and one of the most family-friendly. So much so, that it was recently shortlisted for Best Long-Haul Accommodation for Families in the Family Traveller Awards. Holly Tuppen was lucky enough to sample their Robinson Crusoe-style luxury with her two year old in tow. For people like me (not filthy rich), Soneva Fushi is a once in a lifetime experience. Sadly, my two year old won’t remember what was, probably, the most magical holiday he will ever go on. But that’s not to say it hasn’t had an impact – one … Continued

Gloria Molins founded trip4real in 2013 and it’s been a soaring success from day one. A site that allows users to book bespoke holiday experiences with locals in countries across Europe, the section for families is definitely worth checking out if you’re after something completely different. Gloria Molins chats to kodomo.com about the continuing growth of her business and why it’s proving to be such a success. Can you please talk us through trip4real. How did the idea come about and how do users seem to be reacting to it? I have always loved to travel, and I think the … Continued