Family Traveller

Want to know what it’s like to stay in an overwater bungalow with a slide into the ocean?
Like watching outdoor movies? How about watching one from a heated pool, under the stars, with a cocktail in hand?
What’s the scariest ride you’ve ever been on? How about a waterslide through an underwater tunnel with sharks on the other side of the glass?
This episode is all about dream sleeps. We’ll be highlighting four of our favourite bucket list hotels, in amazing family travel destinations, that won’t necessarily break the bank but will blow your mind.
Brought to you by our friends at Kenwood Travel, we’ll be travelling from the sparkling turquoise sea of the Maldives to Mayan magic in Mexico, and a hotel that has the world’s biggest waterpark – inside it! That’s right, the largest waterpark on the planet is located inside a resort, and you can stay there.
Even better, our two guests – Reshmee Rehal and Pam Piera – are not only a lot of fun, they’re also family travel experts, and have stayed in all four hotels so they know the insider tips that will make sure your next family holiday is a dream sleep to remember.
The adventure doesn't stop when you have kids. It's just the beginning.
Hosted by Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and dad of two, the Family Traveller podcast is designed to help you get the most out of your time together. Whether you’re planning your next trip, or just dreaming of what might be round the corner, join us for good conversation, expert insight and a lot of fun along the way.

Like travel? Have kids? You’re in the right place.
This episode is brought to you by Kenwood Travel. They are masters of the art of escape – and they should be! Kenwood have been crafting great value luxury holidays to the world’s most desirable locations for over 45 years. Find out more and speak with one of their travel experts about booking your next dream sleep at www.kenwoodtravel.co.uk.

Let us help you go further.
Brought to you by www.familytraveller.com, the global voice of authority on family travel, each episode offers in-depth expert advice and all the know-how family travellers like you need to make the most of your time away.

Find out more:
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@familytraveller
Produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry:
www.armchair-productions.com

In this episode, we’re going to run down giant sand dunes, listen to Motown in Detroit, explore an island that’s trapped in time (you must take a horse and cart to your hotel), hear stories from a Native American elder, and lots more.
Today, we’re going to one of America’s undiscovered corners. This is where legendary music meets small town vibes, and quiet moments together are framed by endless Great Lake blue. We’re going to Michigan. Pure Family Fun.

Behind the Page

Family Travel YouTube star David Reilly (@lifeofreillytv) takes us behind the scenes on a week-long road trip with his family up the Lake Michigan coast. From the epic beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes, just a short drive from Traverse City the Cherry Capital of the world, and the quiet bliss of Mackinac Island, to mushroom houses, Indiana Jones bridges, fossil hunting and more.

“This is for those families that want something a bit different,” David says. "You will have so many unique experiences. So many stories you can tell.”

Don’t Take Our Word For It

Detroit is where Motown was born. The Temptations, Aretha Franklyn, Smoky Robinson, and dozens more all got their start here. Northern Soul DJ and Detroit music obsessive Phillip Lancaster (@we_are_them_images) tells us how to get the most out of one of America’s great musical cities. “There’s so much musical history and innovation in Detroit,” He says. “Take your kids, they’ll thank you for it later”.

Mama Knows Best

Local mum Nikki Donald gives us the lowdown on everything she loves about her hometown city of Detroit, from where to get the best Detroit style pizza to the museums, attractions, festivals and fun you can’t miss. If you want to plan the perfect long weekend in Motor City this is your ultimate insider resource. How would she describe Detroit in three words? “Resilient, Unexpected, and Amazing”

Bedtime Story

We finish with Anishinaabe Elder Hank Bailey talking to us about the culture and history of his people, and how you can discover some it for yourself. He also tells us about the Legend of Sleeping Bear, a geographical feature in the Sleeping Bear National lakeshore and just a short drive from Traverse City.

The Lowdown
For more information on everything discussed in this show go to Michigan.org. Follow on social @puremichigan – Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Tik Tok / Pinterest / Twitter(X)

Thank you to VisitTheUSA.co.uk for supporting this episode. Visit The USA are America’s official travel and tourism organization and a top-notch resource for all things US travel. Follow them on social @visittheusa – Instagram / Facebook / You Tube / Tik Tok

Brought to you by Family Traveller magazine, the global voice of authority on family travel.
This show was produced, hosted and written by Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and not very award-winning dad of two. Find more of his work at armchair-productions.com

This episode we are exploring a fun and unique family travel destination: the capital of Canada – Ottawa. We sleep with wolves, go on a hunt for the best ice-cream (and an escaped skunk), zip-line between two provinces and skate on the longest skating rink in the world.
Mama Knows Best
We join Julie Findlay, writer of award-winning blog ‘Momma in the Know’, the ideal person to take us on a perfect family weekend in Ottawa, filling us in on the best museums, hotels, neighborhoods, restaurants, ice cream and more.
Don’t Take Our Word For It
We’re throwing the kids in with the wolves. Well, kind of ... We’re joined by Keira, 11, and Cailin, 14, as they tell us about a truly unique experience sleeping with the wolves at Ottawa’s best wildlife experience Parc Omega.
Families Asking Questions
Who’s the best person to ask questions for a family podcast? Kids, of course! Two kids show up our presenters in an interview with a wildlife expert from Parc Omega. Want to know what to do with a runaway skunk and how a bison beats a snowstorm? You’re in the right place.
Bedtime Story
Brace yourself. Local writer Laura Paquet, author of the Ottawa Road Trips blog, takes us step-by-step on zip-line ride across the Ottawa River. It’s the only zip line in the world that crosses two provinces from Ottawa to Quebec and is the best way to see both cities in a single spectacular trip. We also hear about the best day trips and weekends away from Ottawa’s capital.

Let us help you go further.
Brought to you by www.familytraveller.com, the global voice of authority on family travel, each episode offers in-depth expert advice and all the know-how family travellers like you need to make the most of your time away.
Find out more about our new favourite Canadian city by visiting our friends at Ottawa Tourism
The adventure doesn't stop when you have kids. It's just the beginning.
Hosted by Katie Bowman, mum and editor of Family Traveller magazine, and Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and dad of two.

Like travel? Have kids? You’re in the right place.
Find out more:
www.familytraveller.com
@familytraveller
Produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry
www.armchair-productions.com

This week’s episode is all about dream trips, those once-in-a-lifetime bucket list escapes that will have you drooling from ear-to-ear from Sri Lankan beaches and Maldives’ turtles to African safaris and a special families-eye preview of the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
Episode Highlights
Behind The Page
Author Kate Wickers takes us behind the pages of her new book ‘Shape of a Boy’, sharing
details of her favourite family adventures to Borneo, Tanzania and Laos.
Don’t Take Our Word For it
9-year-old Elisa tell us why she loves Sri Lanka and how it’s especially good for kids that love
wildlife, beaches and exotic desserts.
Are We There Yet?!
The World Cup 2022 will be played in Qatar and we think it might just be the best world cup yet for families. Why? Amazing beaches, incredible desert adventures and insanely fun hotels
including one with an entire man-made canyoning adventure in the resort for the kids to enjoy.
Bedtime Story
Katie tells us a magical story of night snorkeling in the Maldives and a particularly colourful
octopus you’ll never forget.
The adventure doesn't stop when you have kids; it's just the beginning.

Brought to you by Family Traveller magazine, the global voice of authority on family travel, each episode offers in-depth expert advice and all the know-how family travellers like you need to make the most of your time away. Like travel? Have kids? You’re in the right place.
Let us help you go further.

Hosted by Katie Bowman, mum and editor of Family Traveller magazine, and Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and dad of two,
Find out more:
www.familytraveller.com
@familytraveller
Produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry
www.armchair-productions.com
This episode was sponsored by Qatar Airways, the No.1 family travel airline in the world.
Go to www.qatarairways.com and type in the code JOINEUR21 to get 3500 bonus Q-miles (valid until March 31st, 2022) and start planning that next dream trip today.

In this episode, host Aaron Millar is joined by his daughter, Elise, and wife, Gillian, to co-present the show. Fresh back from a long weekend exploring St. Petersburg and Clearwater, the family share the highlights of their trip from meeting dolphins at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, to exploring The Dali Museum’s innovative exhibits. Featuring a mixture of in-field recordings, and studio interviews, this episode is designed to give you a glimpse of what a holiday here is all about

If you’re looking for a family-friendly destination with a mix of natural beauty and cultural experiences, this episode has you covered! Plus, at only two hours drive from Orlando, if you’re thinking about taking the kids to Disney, and Universal Studios, St Pete-Clearwater might just be the perfect laid-back accompaniment to that trip.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium: We visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home to Winter, the famous dolphin featured in Dolphin Tale.

Dunedin: Art & Local Culture The family explores Dunedin, a charming small town known for its art scene and welcoming atmosphere.

The Dali Museum: Art Meets Technology We head to the Salvador Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, where technology and surrealism combine for a truly immersive experience.

America’s Favourite Beaches: Get the lowdown on the best beaches to visit, including Honeymoon Island an idyllic local favourite accessible only by boat.

ST PETE & CLEARWATER

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Facebook: @VisitStPeteClearwater

VISIT THE USA

Special thanks to Visit The USA for supporting this episode. Visit the USA is the USA’s official travel and tourism website and a top notch resource for all things American travel. Find out more at visittheusa.com

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FAMILY TRAVELLER

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CREDITS

This show was produced by Armchair Productions. Aaron Millar wrote and presented the show; Charles Tyrie did the audio editing, and sound design. armchair-productions.com.