Family Traveller
A family travel podcast from Family Traveller magazine that explores how to keep travelling after having children. It features expert advice, tips, destination stories and practical know-how for parents who want adventurous holidays with kids. Hosted by magazine editor Katie Bowman and travel writer Aaron Millar, it covers everything from planning family trips to making the most of time away together.
Episodes
Exploring St. Pete-Clearwater: Celebrity Dolphins, Salvador Dali and America’s Favourite Beaches
In this episode, host Aaron Millar is joined by his daughter, Elise, and wife, Gillian, to co-present the show. Fresh back from a long weekend exploring St. Petersburg and Clearwater, the family share the highlights of their trip from meeting dolphins at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, to exploring The Dali Museum’s innovative exhibits. Featuring a mixture of in-field recordings, and studio interv
Peppa Pig, Vikings, and Bridgewalking: Learning Through Play at LEGOLAND Billund Resort (And Beyond!)
In this episode we're going to Billund, a charming town in Denmark which truly has something for all ages. From playing with futuristic robots and designing your own toys at LEGOLAND Billund Resort, to lounging on sandy beaches and cycling through ancient forests, you'll be anything but bored in Billund. Behind the PageJenny Eaves, mum of two and writer of the popular Monkey and Mouse bl
Legendary Music, Sleeping Dunes and Great Lakes: Michigan, America’s Summer Secret
In this episode, we’re going to run down giant sand dunes, listen to Motown in Detroit, explore an island that’s trapped in time (you must take a horse and cart to your hotel), hear stories from a Native American elder, and lots more. Today, we’re going to one of America’s undiscovered corners. This is where legendary music meets small town vibes, and quiet moments together are framed by endless G
Austria: the Home of Family Skiing
We are going skiing! The Austrian Alps are arguably the best place in Europe for family skiing. It’s less expensive than many other countries, the ski schools are excellent and many resorts have been built specifically with families in mind. If you’re thinking about booking a ski trip this year, or maybe just dreaming of some winter fun, this episode is for you. Behind The Page Award-winning ski w
Dream Sleeps: Bucket List Hotels 2023
Want to know what it’s like to stay in an overwater bungalow with a slide into the ocean?Like watching outdoor movies? How about watching one from a heated pool, under the stars, with a cocktail in hand?What’s the scariest ride you’ve ever been on? How about a waterslide through an underwater tunnel with sharks on the other side of the glass?This episode is all about dream sleeps. We’ll be highlig
Snow Much Fun: Planning the Perfect Family Ski Vacation
Pile on the mittens, snow-pants, and boots, because this episode we're hitting the slopes! Whether you're an avid skier or you've never set foot on a mountain, this episode will help you to dream up and plan the ideal family ski vacation. You'll hear from everyone from parents to Olympic skiers about the value and joy of skiing with your children. By the end of the episode, you
Exploring Canada's Capital: Sleeping with Wolves, Zip Lining to Quebec and the Ultimate Ottawa Weekend for Families
This episode we are exploring a fun and unique family travel destination: the capital of Canada – Ottawa. We sleep with wolves, go on a hunt for the best ice-cream (and an escaped skunk), zip-line between two provinces and skate on the longest skating rink in the world. Mama Knows BestWe join Julie Findlay, writer of award-winning blog ‘Momma in the Know’, the ideal person to take us on a perfect
Florida Special: Secret Beaches, Jurassic Rides and Fish Rodeos
This episode we are exploring one of our favourite family travel destinations: the Sunshine State of Florida, USA. Five local experts give us the lowdown on five Florida destinations, from exposes on lesser-known gems like Destin Fort Walton Beach (home to some of the most beautiful stretches of sand in the state) to in-depth guides to popular places like Kissimmee (balloon rides over Disney and
City Breaks, Summer Trips and Jeep Camping for Adventurous Kids
This episode we discover the best city breaks for families, summer getaways for all budgets and why jeep camping may just be the ultimate outdoor break for adventurous kids.Behind The Page Family Traveller magazine’s city break expert, Ellen Himelfarb, gives us all her recommendations for the best urban destinations for families and how to get the most out of your next trip (tip: buy them ice crea
Colorado's Wild West Adventure: In the Footsteps of Doc Holliday through Glenwood Springs
Follow travel writer Aaron Millar and his family on a Wild West adventure through one of the Colorado Rockies' most beautiful mountain towns. Glenwood Springs is, perhaps, Colorado's best-kept secret. Located in a dramatic valley, in the heart of the Rockies, this mountain town is home to the largest hot springs pool in the world, an ancient Native American vapour cave and some of the be
Dream Trips: The Maldives, Borneo, Tanzania, Sri Lanka & The World Cup
This week’s episode is all about dream trips, those once-in-a-lifetime bucket list escapes that will have you drooling from ear-to-ear from Sri Lankan beaches and Maldives’ turtles to African safaris and a special families-eye preview of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Episode HighlightsBehind The PageAuthor Kate Wickers takes us behind the pages of her new book ‘Shape of a Boy’, sharingdetails of her f
Ski Gurus, Patagonia and Expert Family Photography Advice
This episode takes us from Europe’s best family ski slopes to the Florida Keys, with stops in Patagonia, Spain and more. Episode HighlightsBehind The PageSunday Times Ski Editor Sean Newsom gives us the lowdown on how to teach your kids to ski, his favourite resorts for families and why ski trips are the best holiday of all.www.welove2ski.comDon’t Take Our Word For itEight-year-old Fred tells us
Introducing: The Family Traveller Podcast
The adventure doesn't end when you have kids. It's just beginning.Never. Stop. Exploring.This is where family dreams are made.This is the Family Traveller podcast(Brought to you by Family Traveller magazine, the global authority on family travel - www.familytraveller.com )Produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry www.armchair-productions.com
