If you're planning to holiday in this country instead of abroad, think about going to Wales. There's plenty of family friendly things to do there. Nick Dalton, author of Frommer's Wales with your family, has come up with his top tips
Doctor Who Up Close
A favourite of children and adults alike, come face to face with a real Dalek at the Dr Who Up Close Exhibition in Cardiff Bay's Red Dragon Centre.
With an ever-updated, changing collection of memorabilia, from outfits to full-size talking Daleks and cybermen this homage to the reborn sci-fi TV series is a barrage of noisy fun, sound and light that's right up to date.
Red Dragon Centre, CF10 4JY Tel: 07818 083 843
www.doctorwhoexhibitions.com
Admission: adults £5, children/concessions £3.30, family £14.