We've travelled extensively with kids, through Asia and Europe. I think you can make wherever you go 'kid friendly'! It's all about how you approach the holiday. As for language, if you stay in cities as opposed to small towns you will find that basic English is spoken throughout the world. Having said that, I think it really helps to learn a few words (hello, goodbye, thank you etc...) in the language of your destination country. And be prepared to feel a bit silly playing charades!!

I have also heard that you can use a car seat on the plane, but every airline we have travelled with has refused as the seat cannot be properly secured. Someone please correct me if you've found an airline which will put a child seat in the cabin?? We have always hired them at our destination or (when that 's not possible) checked the seat with our luggage. It's marked as 'fragile' and loaded separately.

Be aware that when you travel, it is far cheaper before your child's 2nd birthday. You don't get a seat for them, but the fare is 15-50% of an adult airfare (yes, of not off), depending on the airline (not sure about the 'no frills' airlines??). If the flight is not full and you get to the airport early and you speak very nicely to the check-in chick they will often block off the seat next to you for your child anyway!

Good luck, I hope you have a wonderful trip wherever you go!