Family adventures

The Best Place to Stay in Innsbruck this Summer
ByBea Searle February 22, 2025June 2, 2025
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Austria Cycling Holiday: Tauern Bike Path with Kids from Krimml to Salzburg
ByBea Searle February 12, 2025November 26, 2025
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Lago di Ledro (Lake Ledro): A Quieter Alternative to Lake Garda
ByBea Searle February 7, 2025September 16, 2025
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14 Best Things to Do in Bolzano in Italy with Kids
ByBea Searle January 30, 2025September 16, 2025
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10 Reasons (and a Complete Guide) to Choosing Train Travel to the Alps
ByBea Searle January 28, 2025October 15, 2025
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Complete Packing List for Hut Hiking Adventures in the Alps
ByBea Searle January 23, 2025January 20, 2026
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Hi! I’m Bea, and I’ve worked in the travel and outdoor industry since 2006. Through this blog, I share everything I’ve learnt about planning active, independent family adventures across Europe. I particularly love hut to hut hikes, family ski trips, and multi-day cycling tours; all tried and tested with my own kids! I cover all the practical details too: from choosing the right route to finding great places to stay, and I love using Europe’s brilliant train network to make the journey part of the adventure.
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Disclaimer

I'm not a mountain guide, just a passionate hiker, cyclist and skier. I want you to use the information I provide here, but please, always double-check your plans. Trails can change and snow can stick around even in the height of summer. Take ownership of your adventure. Do your homework, plan your routes carefully, double check the weather forecast, and never head out unprepared. Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear, pack essentials like maps, navigation apps, food, water, cash, a phone and a battery pack. The mountains can be unpredictable!