There are those kids who throw their toys out the pram, and those you keep happy with the money you save with free kids places on Stena ferries to France.
And there are those kids who throw their toys out the car while their stressed parents try to master the other side of the road.
But enough of my parents’ travails…
Ferry and car travel have thankfully improved these past 50 years.
Stena is introducing its Kids Go Free offer on all Economy and Flexi motorist fares on the Irish Sea until January 5 if the trip is booked before June 7.
Now those who haven’t been on a ferry for a while and have old impressions of canteens and a single shop should look at today’s ships.
Stena Line’s ships boast games zones, movie lounges and kids play areas for the young ones.
Nor do Stena stop looking after you the moment you dock…
And we have long memories of how they look after us on dry land at the Royal Dublin Horse Show.
As they have listed the adventures awaiting for you once you get to France.
Find adventure in Honfleur
- Village Aventures is located at the Honfleur Normandy Outlet. This 3,300m2 leisure park promises fun for all the family aged 3+.
- With inflatables, agility games, pedal go-karts, giant slides and airbag jumping.
Explore the lavender fields of Provence
- The sight of rows and rows of lavender flowers in full bloom is sure to create a memory they will never forget.
- While here, don’t miss out on the fields of sunflowers in the region which bloom at the same time.
Find fun at the fish farm
- Thomas LeFraçois welcomes you to his fish farm in Douvrend just 25 minutes from Dieppe.
- This Aquatic paradise has five sustainable fishing ponds of 200m2 to 500m2s. Fishing equipment is available to rent.
Enjoy an afternoon at Parc de l’Aquilon
- Divided into four facilities for children of different age groups ranging from 2 to 12 years old.
- And, from April to November the ‘O’fil des branches’ tree climbing course is set up in the heart of the park.
Be inspired by Monet in Giverny
- Visiting Claude Monet’s home in Giverny between Normandy and Paris is a great activity for any budding artist or nature lover.
- Packed full of flowers and butterflies, this garden is the ideal spot to sketch the waterlilies and colours in the garden.
With Stena Line’s Kids Go Free offer, prices start from just €165 per car.
With one adult and up to four children one way and the offer is subject to availability.