It is difficult enough when your child begins to go out without you trailing behind them – the temptation to call them constantly and check that they are ok is overwhelming. That worry and anxiety are magnified when they go away on their first vacation or travel experience without you. The worries are often not unfounded. We have all heard stories of young people getting into all sorts of hijinx while on vacation with their friends – after all, it is often their first taste of freedom, and letting their hair down can often go a wee-bit too far. So, let’s […]

Thinking of travelling for the first time? Want to go abroad and experience something you saw on the internet (Rainforest ziplining or windmill tours anyone?). If so, then you’re probably mapping out your very first long-haul vacation. It can be a lot of fun to do this yourself, but in reality, you’re probably going to run into a few roadblocks and you’re more than likely to hit some bumps in the process. In fact, if it’s your very first time going abroad, then it might be worth using some kind of holiday planning service or at least looking for some […]