12 of the Best European Vacations to Take With Toddlers

What do toddlers like more than boats? When you island hop around the Aeolian Islands, the journey is the destination. An hour's boat ride from Sicily, these islands, including Lipari, Stromboli (which boasts an active volcano), Salina, and Panerea, are all about la dolce vita. The towns on the island are all small and manageable, making it easy to become a local in just days. Small beaches with gentle waves are great for small swimmers, and the lack of hustle and bustle may be exactly what your family needs.