Going on vacation with the whole family is always a great idea! British Airways conducted research and identified the best cities in the world for family relaxation. Find out in more detail which cities are the most comfortable for vacationing with children

Planning a trip with a child can be quite difficult, because family vacations have many features. However, there are cities in the world that are as child-friendly as possible.

British Airways experts conducted research to find out which international destinations meet all the requirements for a comfortable family trip. Accommodation, restaurants, activities and attractions were evaluated in each city. After analyzing the feedback of more than 200,000 parents, the experts identified 10 cities where the family can rest comfortably, have a delicious lunch and visit the world's most popular entertainment for children.

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1st place - Krakow, Poland

Krakow is recognized as the best place in the world for family vacations. In addition to the rich historical heritage, Krakow can also offer a lot of thematic entertainment: the Energylandia amusement park and the interactive History Land museum, in which the history of Poland is recreated with the help of LEGO bricks and virtual reality.

The medieval Market Square in Krakow is filled with cafes and restaurants. The city is clean and the local residents are very friendly.

2nd place - Lisbon, Portugal

The capital of Portugal took second place in the rating. In one of the oldest cities in Europe, children will be able to get to know the history of the country for real. You can explore science and technology at the Lisbon Science Museum. Small guests will also be delighted by the most famous Portuguese dessert pasteis de natas (pasteis de nata or pastel de Belen) - a cake in the form of puff pastry cups with custard.

However, before traveling, tourists should take into account that Lisbon is the most hilly city in Europe with cobbled streets, so it can be difficult for travelers with strollers.

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3rd place - Dubai, UAE

Dubai is famous all over the world for its incredible skyscrapers and a large number of shopping centers. The city also offers a variety of attractions for families: the Wild Wadi World Waterpark and the Hollywood-inspired Motiongate theme park.

4th place - New York, USA

The most convenient way to see this famous American city is a bus tour. It is also worth visiting the Central Park - it is 843 hectares of meadows, lakes, waterfalls and forests.

5th place - Madeira, Portugal

Rounding out the top five cities for family vacations is Madeira, a mountainous volcanic island in Portugal. Tourists are attracted here by a large number of sandy beaches and a warm climate. Locals recommend Caleta and Ribeira Brava beaches because they are truly family-friendly.

6th place — Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

Most parents choose Tenerife for its beautiful beaches, but there are also plenty of family activities. Mount Teide National Park will surprise you with its unforgettable views. The most popular place among children is the Aqualand water park with pools, its own river and a pirate port with slides.

7th place - Malta

Thanks to its warm climate and amazing scenery, Malta ranks seventh in the list of the best cities in the world for a family vacation. Among the most popular attractions in the country is the BOV Adventure Park, where you can do rock climbing and ride on swings.

8th place - Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain

Lanzarote is the second Canary Island to make it into the Top 10 cities for family vacations. Undoubtedly, its main attraction is the beaches with golden, white and black sand. Children will enjoy a trip to Pardelas Park, which has its own farm.

9th place – Barcelona, Spain

You can easily walk the wide streets of Barcelona with a baby carriage, and the beach is quite easy to reach by public transport. Among the entertainment, families with children are advised to visit Tibidabo Park.

10th place – Alicante, Spain

The port city in southeastern Spain was founded more than 7,000 years ago. That is why Alicante is full of historical sights: the Santa Barbara Castle or the Old Town. The family can have fun in the pools of the Aqua Natura park.