If you ever find yourself in Hvar, {we were staying at this really great value, super family friendly beautiful green resort - see my full review here} then you have to visit Hvar old town and the Pakleni islands just across the water are unmissable if you want to see some of the clearest, most beautiful water in Europe. Here’s a mini guide of everything we did to take a water taxi for just 10 euros return compared to spending hundreds on skippering a boat…

If you’re looking for a dream family resort that has villas instead of rooms, childcare and halfboard included, a beautiful old town within walking distance that’s actually good value even in the school holidays then look no further! We discovered such a gem with the Valamar Amicor Green resort on Hvar island in Croatia. Let me tell you all about our stay from May half term….

Come and see why we absolutely loved Valamar Tirena resort in Dubrovnik’s Lapad peninsula.

This resort is designed with families in mind—it makes traveling with kids feel effortless. Set just 10 minutes from Dubrovnik’s Old Town, with a bus that stops right outside the hotel, it’s the perfect base for a city break, with plenty to keep everyone entertained. One of the biggest highlights? Maro World—an amazing kids’ paradise exclusive to Valamar guests.