Theme parks can be a hit or miss affair. There's a risk of spending a small fortune only to endure long queues, fend off wasps and consume less-than-appetising fried food. For those who are fans, the UK offers several top-notch options, but these may have been exhausted by many.
Luckily, there are some fantastic alternatives just across the channel, with one in particular receiving high praise from enthusiasts, reports Nottinghamshire Live . Efteling, located near Tilburg in the Netherlands, is approximately a three-hour drive from Calais. My family and I decided to pay it a visit after seeing numerous glowing reviews in a growing Facebook group, where it was often described as superior to Disneyland Paris.
READ MORE: UK island among world's 'most desirable' with its own microclimate The main attraction for many visitors is the short queue times, which rarely exceed half an hour even on busy days. However, the park has much more to offer than just this. The fairytale-themed park is filled to the brim with wonderfully themed, highly enjoyable rides that are suitable for almost everyone.
The park's most exhilarating ride, The Baron, a drop coaster similar to Alton Towers' Oblivion but longer and significantly more fun, appears to require a substantial height restriction. However, my eight year old, who stands at 133cm tall, was able to enjoy the ride (the limit is 132cm) thanks to the availability of specially designed smaller seats. In just two days, we managed to ride it eigh.