Vacations with the family can be challenging to organise to the best degree. People have their say and children are very selective when it comes to making a sweet compromise. Fortunately, there is no shortage of beautiful, romantic, adventurous places in Europe. Whether you’re into outdoor activities, if you prefer sand and sun, or if you fancy a quick history lesson, then there is something for every kind of family. Below are the recommendations for the rest of 2024, which include the city break and a variety of countries for nature lovers.

Nordic nature in Oslo

Oslo is a city that harmoniously incorporates nature into life, which makes the stay with kids interesting. Being located close to forests, fjords, and mountains, it also provides tourists with opportunities for outdoor recreation and sightseeing. Kids will not have time to twiddle their thumbs when they can admire the Viking ships in the museum or play while their parents take a rest in the park.

For those who prefer to spend the day further away, the fjords are just half an hour’s trip away. You could also book a direct Oslo airport transfer, making your holiday as smooth as possible and conserving energy for sightseeing. 

A boat tour of the Oslo fjord is one of the best family vacations. It requires minimum effort to appreciate Norway’s natural scenery. The city has ferries as part of its public transportation system, so just taking a ride to the beach is a joy ride.

Southern comforts: Spain

Indeed, Spain, with its friendly people, delicious food, and lovely weather, has always been a families’ heaven. Of course, the Costa del Sol still continues to thrive with its sunshine coast, but this is not all of Spain. The energy, though, begins in Barcelona: stopping to admire Gaudi’s designs and discovering a museum for every day of the week. For families, however, the real gold is what is found in the surrounding vicinity.

A mountain drive along the coast brings you to Montserrat, which has hiking trails around sharp pinnacles. Whether your children want to lose themselves in the maze of the Gothic Quarter or not, they are definitely going to enjoy this place, with a view of the top of the mountain. As for people who do not feel like driving further and wish to get closer to the sea, there is more to sunbathing on the Sitges’ beaches or the family-friendly promenade.

The land of ice and fire: Iceland

There is no reason why Iceland should not be part of the family vacation planning, especially when considering the benefits of this country. This rough island with storms raging will always remain memorable to your children, to say the least; with geysers, volcanoes, and waterfalls placed on the island as if nature created a kind of playground there. Well yes, honestly the climate is not the most stable, but then that adds to the charm does not it?

For those interested in activities, the Golden Circle route is a must-do. Carry a lot of water and some food and drive off in your car towards Thingvellir National Park, where continents actually tango. Children will appreciate the opportunities of standing between two different continents. A short drive in the car will take you to Gullfoss or Geyer, a waterfall that may be more powerful than anything imagined and recreated in a theme park ride. It is not like going to Disneyland but still it is not boring in its own sense.

And, of course, no trip to Iceland is complete without a dip in the Blue Lagoon. The warm, milky waters will thaw out even the frostiest temperaments, and don’t worry — there are child seats for smaller adventurers.

Alpine adventures: Austria

Austria possesses an alpine climate, meaning that the country will be highly popular for holidays, especially in 2024. This isn’t just the Austria of Mozart and gilded pastries; but, you could certainly find time for all that in a day trip. No, it’s the Austria of Tirolean alpine trails, mirrored mountain lakes, and slopes that invite one to try and ski down them.

Zell am see is the kind of place where if you take the whole family, you basically have won the lottery. Located near steep hills and a beautiful lake, this little town has excellent skiing in the winter and swimming in the summer. Also, there are well-signed and easy for children to follow along trails in the area. In its simplest terms, they can carry a basket with some food and drinks for a picnic, put on their hiking footwear and stroll casually for a while.

So, whatever the family’s fancy for 2024, Europe will not disappoint. Whether it’s beaches, mountains, or a good old bit of history, the continent has it all — and then some.

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