Great news for cruise lovers! Ships are returning to Australia for the first time in two years, bringing with them lots of opportunities for a fun family holiday! As well as being great value, cruises are an easy option for families, plus there’s heaps of onboard activities and you can visit some of the world’s most beautiful islands. So, make sure you read our cover story about seven reasons to choose a Carnival cruise for your next holiday this issue! The Toyota Tamworth Country Music Festival is also coming up, and it also has a ton of awesome drawcards, from free concerts to carnival rides and camping! Now that spring has sprung it’s also an excellent time to get out and about in Canberra, which offers loads of great outdoor adventures. You can also read about my son’s first theme park visits at Warner Bros. Movie World and Sea World on the Gold Coast, where it’s surprisingly easy to fill your days even if you have little kids, and the best things to do and places to eat during a stay at Hilton Brisbane. We also reveal the best theme parks in Malaysia and get some insider tips for a family holiday in Thailand. Italian actress Silvia Colloca shares her favourite memories from holidays with her hubby Richard Roxburgh and their kids, while Flip Byrnes takes her art-loving daughter on a trip to Paris to see if her drawing is good enough to go in the Louvre!

Angela Saurine, Editor