The Valley of the Kings is one of the must-see attractions of a holiday in Luxor and includes the celebrated Tutankhamun tomb. Excursions to the West Bankstart early to avoid the heat of the day but often last longer than advertised.
A visit to south-east London's Greenwich makes a great day out at any time of the year but during the Christmas season it is simply magical! Greenwich has something for everyone including ice rink, theatre, covered market and the Royal Observatory.
Harvey Edgington and his family, on holiday in Dorset, took refuge from the wet summer weather by visiting Splashdown aqua park, just outside Poole and had great fun on the "rides".
A trip on a cog-wheeled train to Rochers-de-Naye, theChocolate Train excursion and a high-wire experience at Parc Aventure in Aigle are three of the not-to-be-missed attractions of the Lake Geneva Heights & Sights holiday from Thomson.
Hazel Gaw won the Go Ape competition and took her daughter Keavy and friends for what she describes as "the best family day out we have had in a long time".
Greenwood Days offers fascinating courses in a wide range of traditional crafts, many of which are suitable for older children, from about the age of nine upwards. The kids can also have a wild time letting off steam in the woods, before they give their full attention to wielding an axe!
Brighton, the city by the sea, offers children free entry to many attractions including Sea Life and The Royal Pavilion plus deals at selected restaurants
Enjoy the thrill of trekking from one tree to another high above the forest floor in one of 12 dedicated sites in the UK. No previous experience necessary!
