{
  "id": 7591831,
  "title": "We've been to 35 countries and countless cities with our kids. There are 4 cities we'd bring them back to.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/weve-been-to-35-countries-and-countless-cities-with-our-kids-there",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-15T16:26:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/best-places-to-travel-with-kids-international-cities-countries-2026-9"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Da Nang, Vietnam is the author's favorite city she has visited with her children. Her husband and she have traveled to 35 countries together with their sons, who are now 9 and 11 years old. The author and her family particularly enjoy destinations with great food, fewer crowds, and rich cultural experiences suitable for families.\n\nLyon, France stands out as one of their top picks. Known as France's culinary capital, Lyon offered delicious pastries like brioche aux pralines roses, affordable high-end dining, and attractions like the Cinema and Miniature Museum which displayed original movie props from popular films. The city's old quarter featured hidden passageways, or traboules, that turned walks into scavenger hunts.\n\nTurin, Italy provided a mix of history, food, and fun for the author's family. While Italy is a common destination for families, Turin offered unique experiences like the Egyptian Museum, swimming up the Mole Antonelliana, and exploring the National Automobile Museum. The city's famous gianduiotti chocolate treats were a hit as well.\n\nBusan, South Korea was a colorful coastal city where the kids took the lead in planning activities. Highlights included Gwangalli Beach lit up by drones, Gamcheon Culture Village, a Buddhist temple built into cliffs, and Korean barbecue. The author noted Busan's welcoming atmosphere and affordable entertainment options.\n\nDa Nang, Vietnam was the author's absolute favorite. She described the days as relaxed with large breakfasts, pool time, and evening sightseeing. The Marble Mountains and Ba Na Hills provided scenic hiking and rides on the Golden Bridge. The family also visited UNESCO World Heritage Sites My Son Sanctuary and Hoi An, where they enjoyed lantern-lit streets and boat rides. The kind people, beautiful beaches, and exceptional food left a lasting impression on the author's family.",
  "summary": "We've been traveling internationally with our sons since they were infants. After visiting 35 countries, our favorite cities included Lyon and Busan.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}