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One of the great farms you can arrange to stay in during your family holidays in UK is the Harton Farm in Devon. This is a working livestock farm in Tiverton near Exmoor. Your children will definitely find it cool to be staying at a 17th century farmhouse, complete with log fires and all the trappings of farm life. You will also be able to participate in the several activities in the farm. For many guests, what they unanimously liked is the chance to eat great food. Organic fruits and vegetables, as well as additive-free beef, pork and lamb make up the daily menu.

Over at Sussex is the Beech Hill Farm. This is basically an organic sheep farm that has been converted to a farm resort. Guests range from artists and writers looking for inspirational surroundings to stay in to families who want to have a taste of rural life. The Coach House is where guests will enjoy the amenities of upscale bed and breakfast accommodation. The whole place is 20 acres of rolling orchards, which means plenty of space for everyone even when at full capacity. Guests are also treated to a magnificent view of the Sussex coastline nearby.

Being near nature is always a rewarding experience. Have your family bond over this experience by staying at farms that accept guests during your family holidays in UK.

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This alpine lake is one of the most visited places in the Austrian Gletscherpark area (the area south of Innsbruck). Rifflsee Lake is accessible only by cable car from the town of Mandarfen. The cableway takes you to the height of 2300 meters, where is a magnificent view of the lake itself and the surrounding Austrian Alps. In the building of the final station there is a restaurant with a renowned panoramic terrace.

Austria is ideal for mountain hikes, and Lake Rifflsee is the famous starting point. It is ideal for young cyclists but also for the older people. There are many tracks of various lengths and complexity. All the tracks definitely have one thing in common – great views of the Alps! Rifflsee is well-known also among skiers and this area belongs to one of the best skiing destinations in Austria.

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Greek theatre Teatro Greco, Taormina, Sicily, Italy by Dennis Jarvis

The most important monument of Taormina is the Greek theatre Teatro Greco, built in the 3rd century BC, rebuilt later by the Romans in the 1st century BC. Theatre offers a magnificent view of snowy Mount Etna and the sea coast. During the summer there is a popular Art Festival in Taormina.

The city also offers other historical monuments such as Odeion – used for music shows and recitation. Another monument is the Palazzo Corvaia. On the Piazza IX Aprile you can find Torre Dell’Orologio built in the 12th century, with a terrace offering views of Mount Etna and the bay. You can visit a fortress of Castelo Saraceno which is still situated on the hill of Monte Tauro, not far from the town of Taormina.

Taormina at night, Sicily, Italy by Christine Zenino

Coast around the town is very attractive as well. You can find beaches, caves and rocky bays here. Currently, the city has about 11,000 inhabitants and if you are heading to Sicily, never miss this great Sicilian jewel.

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Do not miss the visit of the Gothic cathedral from the 15th century. Nearby there are the caves of Castellana, which include (besides the Adelsberg cave) the most important cave systems in Europe. Caves that are long 1.2km (with side passages much more) are accessible with a guide and have 2 lifts. Above the caves there is a watch tower and the Cave Museum. In the nearby town of Fasano you can visit Zoo Safari with 600 exotic animals including lions, and the Dolphinarium. This part of Puglia is famous for the unique occurrence of the “trulli” – the dominant form of a circular brick houses with conical roofs in overlapping layers. Best Trulli and other precious relics are in Alberobello, Martina Franca and Locorotondo.

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Ben Bulben, Ireland by Andrew Parnell

The mountain itself features very steep sides and a flat top. It is said that Benbulben is one of the most picturesque mountain in Ireland. All throughout the County Sligo, the flat-top mountain dominates the Irish countryside.

Benbulben is part of the Dartry Mountains, which were named after the tribe that had once inhabited the region. Located along the westernmost point of the mountain range, there are many interesting sites to explore in the region. It is here where one will find the highest cave in the entire country. Just behind Benwisken, at the top of the mountain you will find the Grainne as well as the Diarmuid caves. You will also find countless megalithic monuments throughout the region.

There are many mythical legends and lore associated with the region that surrounds Benbulben. From bewitched lovers, tooth fairy doors and countless other stories, there is much culture to be experienced by anyone who choose to visit the region.

Ben Bulben, Ireland by Reza Ahmeds

There are countless trails and paths that meander their way through the Irish countryside around Benbulben. You will find that there is a lot to explore and be discovered in the region. If you are planning on visiting Benbulben, make sure that you set aside at least a couple days in order to experience much as possible of the region. And of course if you are visiting with your children, you cannot forget to check out the popular Fairy Door.

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Due to Italian history the people have the right for Piran bilingualism. Therefore, in the streets you can often hear Italian language. If you want to enjoy a truly memorable experience, do not forget to climb the steep streets to the city walls, climb to one of the fortified towers and walk through the walls. The magnificent view, that you can see of the historic center of Piran and Adriatic Sea, will keep in your memory for a long time.

Also the most demanding visitors will be satisfied in Piran as they can enjoy enormous array of delicious restaurants, cafes and tavernas with excellent Slovenian and Italian food with the offer of great local wines. Piran immediately adjacent to the town of Portoroz, a popular fast-growing and probably the most famous Slovenian tourist destination, full of fun and enjoyment for probably every tourist.

Piran’s first settlement dates back to the 7th century. As was common in this area, also Piran was ruled by Venice, which dates from the 1283. The main source of income has been mining salt in the salt fields Sečovlje, Strunjan and Lucija.

A major attraction is the water park Laguna Bernadine, where you can try a variety of water activities and attractions, swimming pools with hot and cold water pools for children, jacuzzi, Finnish and Turkish saunas and a range of massages. Water park is open all year round.

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