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Billund: Learning Through Play

Peppa Pig, Vikings and Bridgewalking: learning through play at LEGOLAND Billund Resort (and beyond!)

In this episode we’re going to Billund, a charming town in Denmark which truly has something for all ages. From playing with futuristic robots and designing your own toys at LEGOLAND Billund Resort to lounging on sandy beaches and cycling through ancient forests, you’ll be anything but bored in Billund.

Behind the Page

Jenny Eaves, mum of tow and writer of the popular Monkey and Mouse blog, reminisces on her trip to Billund and LEGOLAND Billund Resort with her sons. Did you know you can find rollercoasters, robotic arms and pirate ships at LEGOLAND Billund Resort? And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Find Jenny on Instagram @JennySEaves or online at Monkey and Mouse.

20 Questions: Top 5 Edition

Hear from mum of five and seasoned traveller, Laura Dove, as she breaks down the Top Five must-see sights at LEGOLAND Billun Resort. As a sneak peek, the list includes one of the largest slides in Denmark…and maybe even some cheeky monkeys!

Find Laura on Instagram @FiveLittleDoves or online at Five Little Doves.

Then, hear from expert travel writer and mum, Laura Hall, as she shares the Top Five attractions to visit in the greater Billund Area. This list includes multiple Viking cultural sites (yes, there is dress-up involved!) as well as something called a Seaweed Safari. You’ll have to listen to find out!

Find Laura’s work at Hello Laura Hall.

Mama Knows Best…Live!

We catch with mum, Joanna Peñaranda – in a special live recording during her visit to LEGOLAND Billund Resort – for on-the-ground thoughts, tricks and tips from somebody who’s close to the action. Listen closely and you’ll also here from her adorable four-year-old twins, Sylvia and Oriol – they particularly love the new Peppa Pig play area.

Bedtime Story

We finish up with a sweet playful fairytale inspired by the LEGOLAND Billund Castle Hotel. Close your eyes and listen as Aaron whisks you to a faraway land full of delightful sunny afternoons and starlit summer nights spent laughing together.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

For more information visit LEGOLAND Billund Resort.

Thank you to Visit Denmark for supporting this episode. Go to Visit Denmark for more information about planning your next Denmark trip to Billund and beyond.

This show was written and produced by Jenny Allison. It was hosted by Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and not very award-winning dad of two. Find more of their work at Armchair Productions.

Brought to you by Family Traveller Magazine, the global voice of authority on family travel, each episode offers in-depth expert advice and all the know-how family travellers like you need to make the most of your time away.

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Billund Denmark: Learning Through Play

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