Top 10 International Family Vacation Destinations
We all love to spend time with our family, don’t we? We always make an effort and look for ways to share that “little more” time with them. Here’s to it, are you planning on an overseas vacation with your family?
Here in this article, we have presented top 10 international destinations for you to spend quality time with your family.
1. London, United Kingdom
If you think that London is a city that is best suited for professional meetings then wait, let me change your perspective right away. Local life here in London is fast yet pleasant. Whether you are sitting at a coffee shop or taking a stroll on the road, it’s full of life. You would certainly be surrounded by high rise buildings on one side and historic ones on the other.
That’s the beauty of this capital city of England and the UK, it welcomes you with its past and present at the same time, for you to get tuned in with its environment.
Currency: Pound
Period: March to May
What can you do?
• Madame Tussauds
This is an exceptional place for your kids to witness their favourite characters whether world leaders, celebrities, sportspeople, etc., in wax statues that appear lifelike structures. Sherlock fan? Go experience it inside this museum!
• London eye
One of the significant spots for tourists, to get a glimpse of the city from the top!
• Platform 9 ¾
Yes, you read it right. This is just not for your kids. Aren’t you excited to walk through this platform at King’s cross? Come on, Harry Potter has been a massive part of everyone’s life. Live your biggest magical dream here!
2. Belgium, Europe
Though the area of this country is small it has some wonderful monuments to display. A country with a rich history. Every road you cross here has a story to tell.
Well, it’s not only about history, but your kids also love chocolates, don’t they? Serve their taste goblets with one of the most authentic chocolates in the world.
Currency: Euro
Period: April to June or September and October
What can you do?
• Flanders’s battlefield
These battlefields when Belgium was a spearhead in World war I have long-gone tales.
• Le Grand Palace
This place is one of UNESCO’s world heritage sites. Surrounded by monuments with a massive flower carpet in between, this is one of the glorious places to visit with your family.
• Waterloo
Hello, nerds! This one’s for you. The battle where Napoleon was trounced. You still want to miss out on this, yeah?
3. Amsterdam, Netherlands
This capital city of the Netherlands is famous for its canals and crooked houses. Yes, it’s astonishing to see how prepossessing this city has been built. It showcases the benefaction of the people of golden age i.e. the 17th century.
Currency: Euro.
Period: April and May
What can you do?
• Cycle around
Yes, it may not be much of a thing but it’s everything here! The Netherlands are famous for cycle rides. If you get an opportunity to ride around, do not miss it. Experience the local culture along with your family. Don’t worry, they have cycle paths paved!
• Vondelpark
This place has a lot of activities to offer your kids. There’s a KinderKookKafe alongside where the kids get to prepare small dishes. Parents, you can sip a coffee and enjoy it.
• Anne Frank’s house
Yes, the place where she hid with her family and wrote the most famous diary. This one’s very exciting.
4. Austria, Europe
Well, I know every country has its beauty and history to offer. But this place, one of the best places to live and experience nature. I always fall short of words to define this place.
Beautiful! Mountains, rivers, greenery, weather, it goes on. This place is a package.
Currency: Euro.
Period: June to August and December to March
What can you do?
• Skiing
Kitzbuhel in Austria is one of the best places to visit and have an adventure with your family.
• Belvedere Palace
This palace in Vienna is divided into two sections, Oberes und Unteres. If you are time-bound, visit the Oberes to visit one of the best artworks of history.
• Swarovski
This place in Innsbruck is cherry on top of your visit to Austria. Experience, the best crystals and buy some for your family!
5. Disneyland, Paris
This park is full of castles, cartoon characters, rides, etc., that you and your family have watched on TV. It has so much excitement filled all-around the year for the tourist.
Paris is not only a romantic destination but a city to make memories with your entire family.
Currency: Euro
Period: June
What can you do?
• Every spot in this park is fun. Different rides, cartoon characters to click pictures with, and coffee shops in the middle of the park.
I suggest you spend some time and have a coffee or a meal with your family here, it’s not calm or quiet. This is noisy yet fun!
Well, you are visiting Paris, why not the Eiffel tower? Get the best view of the city from the top floor of the tower.
Start planning your family vacation to Disneyland, Paris here!
6. Singapore
Witness the futuristic engineering in this country. Every restaurant here offers one of the finest services you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
One of the cleanest cities holding massive cultural diversity, this has to be on your list.
Currency: Singapore dollar, SGD
Period: February to April
What can you do?
• Universal Studios
Gift your family with one of the most thrilling experiences. This place is a replica of the Hollywood world and mind boggling rides.
• Singapore Flyer
This Ferris wheel, the tallest in the entire Asia, holds around 28 passengers. The night lights present you with one of the staggering views you would ever see.
• Gardens by the Bay
It showcases you with one of the mesmerizing pictures of the waterfront. Bay south Garden exhibits the national flower of the country along with other varieties of species.
7. Vietnam, Southeast Asian country
This is renowned for its soothing greenery, mountains, beaches, pagoda. This country is full of culture and you would experience one of the magnificent traditions.
The existence of this nation goes down to thousands of years and Vietnamese people have nourished their culture since then.
Currency: Vietnamese Dong
Period: December to February
What can you do?
• Local streets
Yes, wander around the local areas and enjoy the authentic street food this country has to offer its tourists.
• War museums
Many war fields have been developed into museums and this country has a lot to tell then the world knows.
• Adventure
You can indulge in various water or desert sports that are being held in Vietnam. The activities are so enthralling, you may just want to repeat them again.
8. Jordan, Middle East
Jordan is a place to one of the 7 wonders of the world, the Petra. I advise you not to believe how this country is being filmed in movies. This is an absolute beauty. You want to know what hospitality is, visit Jordan!
Currency: Jordanian Dinar, JOD
Period: March, September or November
What can you do?
• Visit Jerash
If you want to have a sight on the Roman era, this is the place. It’s amazing how they have still preserved the ruins of what happened long back.
• Hiking
This country is full of deep valleys all around it. If you want to have some quality time with your family and teach your kids how to camp, nothing better than this.
• Road trip
The king’s highway may seem lonely but a hell of an adventure to have some crazy memories with your family.
9. Spain, Europe
The diversity Spain offers in the form of culture, life, beaches, food, etc., makes it a convenient travel stop for any traveler. When in Spain do not miss out on sightseeing to these three spots mentioned below.
Currency: Euro
Period: March to November
What can you do?
• Costa Brava
This region in the north-eastern part has many resorts for you to feel the life by the water. It displays the Paleolithic era and Roman history.
• Costa Dorada
This falls in the Mediterranean region and has the longest beaches in the country.
• Costa Verde
This area in the Asturias region has a lot of greenery with mountains and riverside views making it perfect for any family vacation.
10. Switzerland, Europe
Someone said it true, heaven lies here! Break the myth and move away from anyone who says this destination is for couples. No. This is the most amazing place you could visit with your family.
Currency: Swizz Franc, CHF
Period: April to June and September and October
What can you do?
• The Matterhorn
Visit this highest point in the Alps to get a glance of how beautiful the country looks, especially the village at its bottom.
• Paragliding
Make sure you do not leave this country without paragliding. The view caught from the top could not be seen anywhere else.
• Mountain biking
Take your family on this adventure, they will never forget. Enjoy the scenery and just roll along!
Diversity in food, local life, adventure, nature, weather, culture, etc., is evident amongst every country.
Whether you prefer a fun day at Disneyland, Paris or a relaxing day at the Singapore Gardens, we’ve chosen ten of the greatest destinations to take your family on an international vacation.
What’s your pick? Go ahead, treat them with an exquisite experience to treasure and relish for life.
Have you and your family gone on an international vacation yet? Where did you go? Tell us about your family vacation. We’d love to hear from you!
Yes to all of these! I would take ANY of them at this point. We have *only* taken our kids to Canada so far for international vacations. We look forward to the day when we can expand our horizons more. My husband and I both love Europe and have traveled there many times.
Ahhh, Europe is a great family trip destination, and I’m sure your kids will love it when you return. Hopefully, your family will get to travel and and see more soon. Thanks so much for visiting!
Amazing photos! We have been to a few of these places, and some are on our bucket lists
Thank you! I hope you and your family get to enjoy your travels soon. Thank you for visiting!
My husband and I were just talking about taking a European vacation next year. I have been to Amsterdam and the Anne Frank House tour was such an incredible experience! I want to go back to this city! Singapore is AMAZING! I lived there for a short time and loved it! Vietnam is definitely on our list to visit on the next year or two. Thank you for sharing places to visit!
Wow! I’m sure living in Singapore was spectacular! When you guys travel to Vietnam, I’m sure you will have a great time. Thanks for stopping by!
Oh goodness, these all sound absolutely incredible! I love how you’ve broken it down in bite-size information pieces!! WAHOO! Here’s to vacationing!
Thanks. I hope you and your family get to visit some of these amazing places! Thanks for stopping by!