As winter's chill settles across much of the world, the allure of sun-drenched beaches and warm tropical breezes becomes irresistible.
16.01.2025 - 01:55 / cntraveler.com / Família La-Sagrada
Spain consistently ranks as one of our readers' favorite countries to visit, with evergreen holiday destinations like Mallorca and thriving cultural capitals like Madrid and Barcelona. While the latter may be widely beloved for its youthful nightlife and ancient history, it's also an underrated city for families traveling with kids and teenagers.
We talked to four parents who live in the US, UK, Spain, and Portugal about what makes Barcelona a go-to favorite for families with children of all ages—including Gaudí's quirky imprint on the city, its highly walkable neighborhoods, stroller-friendly public transportation, and more.
“I'm a part-time flight attendant and I'm a first-time mum to 18-month twin girls. I’ve been a flight attendant for 8.5 years and my mum used to be one too, so I want my daughters to share our travel bug. I want them to understand what I do and also to know that there's other things out there—different cultures and foods and lifestyles. For our first family trip all together, we went to Barcelona. Sevenah and Venesah were just 10 months old. My husband and I had previously been to Barcelona and we both loved it—and knew the weather would be lovely that time of year as well. We didn't really have a set itinerary, it was more of a go-with-the-flow situation. It was less about seeing the popular attractions and more about getting the twins used to walking around in different environments, getting them used to eating out and dining in restaurants, that kind of thing. It was our first family holiday, so we tried to take as many pictures as we could, and we took them to the beach. We visited La Sagrada Familia and I think they were in awe of it, because it was so big and tall—it was nice to see their excited faces. I found the public transportation in Barcelona to be very family-friendly. On the metro, every stop had an elevator that we could get onto with a double stroller. And every restaurant we went to had two high chairs available, which isn’t always the case elsewhere. The locals were always happy to help us with the kids. If they saw us with the stroller, they'd let you go ahead first, or help pick it up. Even in restaurants, the waiters and waitresses always interacted with them. The twins tried patatas bravas for the first time! We also went to a fine dining restaurant called Xavier Pellicer. I was a bit dubious at bringing the girls there, because I thought they might be loud, but they were great and it was so nice to have that little adult time, even with the kids. My advice for other parents is: Don't be afraid to do something for yourself. I know it is a family trip, but go to that fine dining restaurant that you want to visit, or that hotel that you've always wanted to
As winter's chill settles across much of the world, the allure of sun-drenched beaches and warm tropical breezes becomes irresistible.
Canadian charter airline Nolinor Aviation has agreed to buy an all-new aircraft type known as a "blended-wing body" as it expands beyond its all-Boeing fleet.
Feeling overworked, undervalued, and generally a bit frazzled? Then, it's time to start planning a wellness-focused getaway that will totally re-align you. And Book Retreats has just got the place to go. In December, Book Retreats released its Holiday Relaxation Report, which ranked the best relaxation destinations around the world, including a special focus on the top spots for wellness. To determine its rankings, the team created a seed list of 76 places, which it selected based on their «safety, solitude, serenity, nature, and wellness.» The team at Book Retreats then ranked those selections using nine data points, including the percentage of protected area, forest coverage, crowd density, noise and light pollution, peacefulness, and total wellness experiences. Finally, it gave each destination a score of 1 to 100 to reveal the top spots.
Feb 3, 2025 • 5 min read
The January 2025 wildfires that ravaged parts of Los Angeles have been among the most destructive in California’s history. Recovery efforts are underway, but rebuilding may take years. Understandably, travelers are wondering whether visiting LA right now is safe—or even ethical.
Heathrow Airport's plan to build a third runway at London's main hub has been given a boost by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
If you’re thinking of a European vacation this year, then you’ll have plenty of choices on how to get there. Major airlines are adding new routes en masse—at least 35 in all—for an increase of 7,000 seats per day over the Atlantic this summer compared to the same period in 2024, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium.
Delta Air Lines is dropping nonstop service to two Central American destinations from a key West Coast hub — but launching two new routes for the summer months.
As a travel writer who works at a luxury travel company, I spend my days crafting perfect itineraries — the kind where private transfers glide seamlessly into five-star hotels , and every restaurant reservation is a famous local spot or hidden gem secured months in advance.
Taking a sleeper train from Denver to Salt Lake City was more expensive than flying or driving — and it took a lot longer. But for a locomotive enthusiast like me, it was worth it.
Hilton and American Express have announced that they are donating 20,000 free hotel nights to residents displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires in partnership with local non-profit organization 211 LA. Ranked among the most destructive fires in California's history, the Eaton and Palisades fires have destroyed entire communities and forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate.
I took my first cruise in 2022 on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. At the time, it was the world's largest cruise ship, but the title has since been replaced by the same cruise line's Icon of the Seas.