There are a few precious years between the children being too young to really appreciate rome apartments and being too old to want to go on a family holiday with mum and dad. Between the ages of around eight and sixteen, they are good company, fun to be with and curious to learn.

Younger than this and they do not really appreciate what is going on and can be quite difficult to travel with especially on the long journeys. Older than sixteen and many youngsters are starting to want different things out of a holiday than going out with their parents.

These precious years allow families to visit different countries as a family unit and to enjoy new experiences together. It is quality family time, a time for bonding and a time to really get to know each other away from the daily grind of school, work and mealtimes.

Families who have the chance to holiday together will be able to cherish memories for years to come and the kids will show their own children photos of these happy family holidays. Whether it is a day out to a water park or a cultural trip to a local tourist attraction, families can learn and enjoy together.

Some of the best memories I have are of holidays spent with my son and I would not swap these for the world.