Priya Raman
Family Travel Editor
Based in Toronto · 11 years covering travel · Writes in English, Tamil, Hindi
Priya Raman has spent eleven years testing whether a destination works with a four-year-old, a teenager and a grandparent in the same party. She writes the version of the guide that accounts for nap times and still gets you to the good stuff, and travels from Toronto with a carry-on she can pack in nine minutes.
What Priya covers
- —Multi-generational trips where nobody is bored or exhausted
- —Flight timing, jet lag and the ages at which each stops mattering
- —Resorts that genuinely handle children, and the ones that only say so
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Articles by Priya Raman
The Whitsundays' Quiet Corners: A Secluded Beach Guide
Hill Inlet's swirling sands and Whitehaven's silica shore draw crowds, but Chalkies and Betty's Beach on Haslewood Island stay quiet if you time the tide and the charter right.
Japan Quick Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Japan in spring demands early booking and timing precision, but rewards visitors with cherry blossoms, walkable cities, and temperatures that make travel with children and elderly family realistic.
The Wachau Valley: A River-Cruiser's Guide to the Danube's Prettiest Stretch
The Danube's prettiest 33 kilometers, from Melk's Baroque abbey to Dürnstein's castle ruins — a river-cruiser's guide to timing the vineyards, the wine tastings, and the sail-past that stops every deck chair conversation.
How to Plan a Family Safari in Kruger Without the Overwhelm
A practical, no-overwhelm guide to splitting a family week between Kruger National Park's public camps and the private Sabi Sands reserves — with real drive times, age limits, and lodge picks.
Menorca's Beach Calendar: The Quiet Mediterranean Alternative to Ibiza and Mallorca
Menorca in May and June offers warm Mediterranean water, protected coves, and dramatically fewer crowds than Ibiza or Mallorca—all at half the summer price.
Koh Lanta: Thailand's Quiet Beach Escape Beyond the Crowds
Koh Lanta trades Phuket's crowds for long empty beaches, a wooden Old Town on stilts, and boutique resorts along a quiet west coast. Here's when to go and how to plan it.
Why the Amalfi Coast Is Perfect for Spring Travel
Spring brings warm sun, lemon blossoms, and a fraction of summer's crowds to the Amalfi Coast. The water is cool but the cliffs are stunning, ferries run daily, and hotels drop rates by 40%. Visit late April through May.
Six Days on the Yangtze: A River Cruise Through China's Three Gorges
Six days downstream from Chongqing to Yichang through Qutang, Wu, and Xiling Gorge, with a Shennong Stream side trip, a five-stage lock transit, and the practical detail to plan around them.
Two Countries, One River: A Traveler's Guide to Cruising the Lower Mekong
A slow-boat guide to the Mekong between Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City — border logistics, floating markets, and how mid-size cruise lines' cabins really compare.
The Slow Nile: Sailing from Kom Ombo to Aswan by Dahabiya
Three nights, 45 kilometers, and no engine: sailing a wind-powered dahabiya from the Temple of Kom Ombo to Aswan, past riverbank villages a cruise ship never reaches.
Copenhagen with Kids: Bikes, Castles, and the World's Original Theme Park
A practical, ranked guide to Copenhagen with kids: cargo bike rentals, canal boats, Tivoli Gardens, and the National Aquarium — plus which cobbled streets to skip with a stroller.
Why Siem Reap Belongs on Every Family's Southeast Asia Itinerary
Siem Reap works with kids if you pace it right. Here's the ranked, practical rundown of temples, boat trips, and hotels that actually fit a family's rhythm.
What to Know Before You Book a Nile River Cruise: Esna to Edfu by Dahabiya
A slower, sail-powered alternative to big Nile cruise ships: what a dahabiya trip between Esna and Edfu really involves, from Khnum Temple's sunken hall to Edfu's Temple of Horus.
Robots, Ramen, and Ryokans: A Week in Tokyo and Mount Fuji with Kids
Tokyo dazzles kids, Mount Fuji hides behind clouds, and a week juggling both takes real planning. Here's how to sequence ryokans, robots, and ramen without meltdowns.
Outer Banks, North Carolina: The Carolinas' Wildest Stretch of Sand
From Corolla's wild horses to Ocracoke's ferry-only village, the Outer Banks strings together lighthouses, dunes, and kiteboarding culture unlike anywhere else on the Southeast coast.
Why Kyoto Is Perfect for Winter Travel
Winter thins Kyoto's crowds to a fraction, drops hotel rates 20–40 percent, and transforms temples into places of genuine contemplation. December through February is when the city reveals itself most clearly.
Annapurna Circuit Quick Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Winter trekking on the Annapurna Circuit is possible but demands patience: Thorong La pass closes under snow for weeks, and you must time your arrival in Manang with a weather window and the resolve to turn back if it does not come.
Why the Maldives Is Perfect for Winter Travel
December through March brings perfect weather, calm seas, and reliable sunshine to the Maldives. Here's how to navigate peak season smartly.
My Winter in Singapore: A Travel Story
A first-person account of hiking, kayaking, and cycling through Singapore's December monsoon — rainforest trails, night bridges, and Pulau Ubin, storms and all.
The Best Things to Do in Baa Atoll
From Hanifaru Bay's UNESCO-protected waters to Soneva Fushi's night skies, here's our ranked, winter-savvy guide to the best things to do in Baa Atoll.
Essential Tips for Traveling to Istanbul
Istanbul's winter light is short and its ferries are weather-dependent, so a trip that ignores the season runs cold and rushed. Here's how to plan around both.
Why the Middle East Is Perfect for Winter Travel
Winter transforms the Middle East into a landscape of comfortable temperatures and unhurried exploration. November through March is when desert, coast, and ancient architecture reward staying longer.
Beyond the West End: A Family Itinerary for Greenwich and London's Docklands
A practical, winter-ready family itinerary for Greenwich and London's Docklands, built around the Cutty Sark, the Emirates Air Line cable car, and the driverless DLR.
Zanzibar's Best Beach Escapes: From Nungwi's Nightlife Shores to Pongwe's Hidden Coves
Six Zanzibar beach towns ranked by tide, vibe and distance from Stone Town — from Nungwi's nightlife shores to Pongwe's sheltered private cove.
How to Choose a Ganges River Cruise Between Varanasi and Kolkata
Navigate the Ganges from Varanasi to Kolkata by river cruise. Choose between 5–14 day itineraries, mainstream comfort or heritage boutique vessels, and plan for winter travel when water levels permit.
The Complete Mekong River Cruise Itinerary: From Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
A stop-by-stop guide to the Mekong River cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap, covering floating markets, Phnom Penh's riverfront, border logistics, and the best sailing season.
My Winter in Bangkok: A Travel Story
A first-person, day-by-day account of four unhurried December days in Bangkok — cooler evenings, riverside boats, temple mornings, and a Chinatown food crawl, told with real prices and timings.
Phuket with Kids: A Family Itinerary Beyond the Beach Resorts
Phuket beyond Patong: which beaches are safe for young swimmers, where to base your family, and how to fit an ethical elephant sanctuary and Phang Nga Bay into a manageable week.
The Best Things to Do in Hoi An
From lantern-lit riverside streets to basket boats in the coconut forest, here's a ranked, practical guide to what's actually worth your time in Hoi An this winter.
Why Madikwe Should Be Your Family's First African Safari
Malaria-free, low-vehicle-density and a 3.5-hour drive from Johannesburg, Madikwe Game Reserve is built for a family's first safari — here's exactly how to plan it.
Why The Greek Islands Rewards an Off-Season Visit
Winter transforms the Greek islands into quiet, authentic destinations where fishermen repair nets, cheese-makers work openly, and villages revert to local life. Off-season travel costs half the summer rate.
A Week in Banff
Seven days chasing turquoise lakes, gondola rides, and bison ribeye through Banff National Park, from Moraine Lake's dawn shuttle to Tunnel Mountain's sunset summit.
The Complete Guide to Cartagena
Colonial walls, turquoise islands, and a soundtrack of champeta after dark — here's how to plan a Cartagena trip that goes well beyond the postcard shots.
Winter Escapes: 5 Warm Destinations to Beat the Cold
Escape winter's grip with our top 5 Caribbean destinations offering perfect 80°F weather, luxury resorts, and unique seasonal experiences from sea turtle nesting to whale watching.