There’s nothing better than slow travel for family holidays, according to Cat, our founder. She’s never owned a car, and is mum to a three and five year old who’ve been slow travelling the whole of their lives. Since not everyone’s as comfortable as Cat with the thought of leaving the car behind, we’ve compiled our top tips for smooth slow travels with children.

Suie Hunting Lodge, in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, is the very definition of off the beaten path. No wifi, no phone signal — just you and the Highlands. Seize the chance to see the wild, ancient, and often macabre side of Scotland, and enjoy stars sparkling in dark skies as night draws in.

This summer Hannah and her two children packed their bags and jumped onto the train to the Isle of Purbeck, for a long-awaited post-lockdown holiday. They explored sandy beaches and ancient castles, hopping on and off the Purbeck Breezer bus - the open top deck was particularly popular!

This summer Hannah and her two children packed their bags and jumped onto the train to the Isle of Purbeck, for a long-awaited post-lockdown holiday. They explored sandy beaches and ancient castles, hopping on and off the Purbeck Breezer bus - the open top deck was particularly popular!