A travel writer and mother of two who has visited 76 countries has revealed her secrets for stress-free family travel. Erin Holmes, 37, from Melbourne, recommends Finland and Bali as top destinations for families with young children.
Ms Holmes told FEMAIL that Finland is her children's favourite place, particularly Rovaniemi, where the real Santa lives. Activities include husky sledding, reindeer rides, and visiting Santa's post office. For warmer climates, she suggests Bali, where locals adore children, making it a welcoming destination for families.
To ease travel, Ms Holmes advises checking in as much luggage as possible to keep hands free for children. She also recommends using a stroller to speed through airport security and carry luggage. Packing cubes help organise belongings, and a day bag with a change of clothes is essential for road trips.
She suggests using hop-on hop-off buses to allow children to nap while parents continue sightseeing. Parents should also research accommodation, as double beds are harder to find in Australia and Europe compared to the US. Ms Holmes blogs about her adventures at Explore with Erin.
