The best theme parks in Europe
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Want to plan a summer holiday the whole family will love? Theme parks are always a winner, being magical places for the young and the young at heart! And you get there for less with DFDS, which offers discounted travel for English Heritage members to both France and The Netherlands.
Efteling Park, Kaatsheuvel, The Netherlands
Just over an hour from Amsterdam is Efteling Park, The Netherlands’ largest theme park.
Efteling offers a unique concept of fairytale-based rides and attractions, all set in beautiful landscaping. These include roller coasters, a water coaster, a carousel and even a Thai temple ride that rotates at a height of 45m!
As well as outdoor rides there are lots of indoor rides, such as Droomvlucht, which takes you along an enchanted forest full of fairies, elves and trolls, and a journey through a sultan’s palace full of glittering treasures. And for those who prefer more chilling rides, check out Villa Volta, a cursed house that spins!
You’ll also find a huge play forest which has its own mini roller coaster, boat rides and monorail rides around the park, and an indoor miniature world to explore. Combine these with regular shows and entertainment, and Efteling is sure to provide hours of fun for the whole family.
Take advantage of DFDS’ crossings from Newcastle to Amsterdam when you’re planning your Efteling trip, where you can save 15%.
Disneyland Paris, Coupvray, France
We can’t talk about theme parks in Europe without mentioning one of the biggest and best of all: Disneyland Paris.
Disneyland Paris is one of those magical places where time stops, and all you can think about is having fun. It’s a party for all ages, whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush or want to immerse yourself in the Disney universe.
Disneyland Paris is split into two sections: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park. Disneyland Park has five exciting lands to explore: Discoveryland, Fantasyland, Adventureland, Frontierland and Main Street USA.
So whatever your interests – intergalatic adventures, fairytales, the Wild West or quintessential Disney magic – you’ll find enchanting rides and entertainment. Then over in Walt Disney Studios Park you can go behind the scenes of your favourite films including Pixar and Marvel.
Disneyland Paris is just a few hours’ drive from the ports of Dunkirk and Calais. You can either book your crossing to France with DFDS directly, or book with Magic Breaks to secure your accommodation, park tickets and ferry crossings all in one place.
Les Villages Nature Paris, Bailly-Romainvilliers, France
Looking for somewhere to stay if you’re visiting Disneyland Paris? Les Villages Nature is just a seven-minute drive away, and as well as offering a wide selection of accommodation, it’s also filled with its own entertainment and activities for you and the family that will make your holiday even more exciting!
There’s a huge water park with indoor and outdoor pools, slides, a wave pool and even a rock-climbing section directly above the water. Kids can run riot in a gigantic indoor farm-themed playground, and then meet the animals in the delightful real-life farm.
You can also opt to take part in other activities such as tree trails, chocolate classes, indoor climbing and an escape room. And if after all that you’re in need of some more relaxing adult time, check out the spa and hammam where you can unwind and be pampered.
When you travel with DFDS, you can save up to 32% on Les Villages Nature breaks – find out more information here.
Save up to 33% with DFDS
You can save 10% on crossings from Dover to Calais or Dunkirk, 15% on crossings from Newcastle to Amsterdam and 33% on mini-cruises to Amsterdam.
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