Katja Gaskell

London

Travel Writer at Globetotting

#Travel writer, #FamilyTravel blogger, #DigitalMum and Mum to three kids. Come and say hello at @globetotting, too!

Articles

A thrilling ride on Rocket Rebel from Thames Rockets

1 month ago | globetotting.com | Katja Gaskell

What’s the best way to see London? Some might say that the best city views are from viewing platforms such as the London Eye or at the free-to-enter Sky Garden. I would argue, however, that the best way to see the city is from the water. There are various boat cruises that sail up and down the Thames river, ferrying passengers along the city’s central waterway past London’s famous landmarks but none of them are quite like Thames Rockets.
What are the best things to do in Rhodes with families?

1 month ago | mumsnet.com | Katja Gaskell

There's lots to love about Rhodes, not least its weather. As the sunniest island in Greece, it sees an enviable 300 days of sunshine a year. Located in the southeastern Aegean Sea, the "Island of the Sun" is an easy bucket-and-spade destination with dozens of family-friendly hotels and resorts lining its golden coast. But there's more to Rhodes than sunny days and ice cream.
What are the best things to do in Mexico with kids?

1 month ago | mumsnet.com | Katja Gaskell

Home Holidays Long-haul travel Planning a trip to Mexico? Keep the kids entertained with our roundup of the best things for families to see and do, as recommended by parents on the Mumsnet forums. By Katja Gaskell | Last updated Apr 3, 2025 Mexico is a wonderful destination for a family holiday with something for all ages.
What are the best family hotels on the Amalfi Coast?

1 month ago | mumsnet.com | Katja Gaskell

With steep cliffs, narrow streets and pocket-sized beaches, the Amalfi Coast doesn’t scream family friendly but contrary to what some people might think, the Costiera Amalfitana can be a wonderful destination for families - you just need to know where to look. Your key to a successful family holiday on the Amalfi Coast - much like anywhere you travel with kids - depends on the age of your children and where you choose to base yourself.
The perfect two-week holiday in the world's cheapest country

1 month ago | telegraph.co.uk | Aydan Stuart |Robert Jackman |Katja Gaskell |Suzanne Moore

Discover rugged beauty and spiritual wonder in Laos - South-East Asia's last uncut diamondRugged, remote and relatively unspoilt, Laos is the last uncut diamond of South-East Asia - rough around the edges, yet gleaming with beauty and timeless charm if you just scratch below the surface. Emerging with a renewed energy post-pandemic, Laos is finally reclaiming its place as one of the world's most enchanting travel destinations - a position it's held in some circles for decades already.
Forget Innsbruck, for a truly unique city-ski break consider Otaru

1 month ago | telegraph.co.uk | Katja Gaskell

Japan's north island has a unique solution for skiers in search of unique culture and the world's most famous snow"Kiroro is closed", said the bus driver crossing both arms in front of his face to create an 'X', a traditional Japanese gesture to indicate 'no'. Seeing the look of confusion on our faces, he continued, "there is too much snow."Too much snow is not a problem I encounter often when skiing, but then it's not every day that I ski in Hokkaido, one of the snowiest places on earth.
The perfect Westfjords itinerary for an Iceland road trip

1 month ago | globetotting.com | Katja Gaskell Katja |Katja Gaskell

The Westfjords in Iceland is the oldest region in the country. Formed some 16 million years ago, this large, mountainous peninsula stretches out into the freezing waters of the Denmark Strait. It’s the most remote region in the country and home to some of the island’s most dramatic landscape and natural wonders.
Skiing and bathing at the foot of majestic Mont Blanc

2 months ago | sundaypost.com | Katja Gaskell

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Carpooling? On vacation? Here's what happened on a road trip across France using a ride-share app

Feb 14, 2025 | adventure.com | Katja Gaskell

Francophile and frequent France visitor Katja Gaskell takes a road trip from the north of France to the south using a carpooling app for the first time. She finds out why this mode of travel has become so popular—and what it’s really like to use one. “I’ll meet you at the McDonald’s car park,” reads the text message. It’s not the most glamorous of rendezvous locations, but this is where the carpooling app I’m using has told me to meet my driver.
What are the best family hotels in Cancun?

Feb 11, 2025 | mumsnet.com | Katja Gaskell

Is Cancun good for families? Cancun is a great option for a family holiday in Mexico with kids of all ages. While the Cancun Hotel Zone can get busy - particularly during Spring Break when American college students take advantage of cheap flights to Mexico - there are plenty of hotels that cater solely to families. All-inclusive hotels are plentiful, and many come with kids' clubs, multiple pools, waterslides and organised entertainment.