The Ultimate North Coast 500 (NC500) itinerary with kids
Also known as Scotland’s Route 66, the North Coast 500 (NC500) itinerary is probably Scotland’s most popular road trip route…
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Why the Box Hill Natural Play Trail is so amazing for kids
The Box Hill Natural Play Trail is the perfect place to let your kids run free and be at one with nature. We spent an afternoon at Box Hill whilst staying with my sister and her children in Surrey.It was our first time visiting and I was amazed at the vast area of natural beauty…
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Why the Box Hill Natural Play Trail is so amazing for kids
Support rescued elephants in Thailand by visiting Hutsadin Elephant Foundation
For centuries, elephants in Thailand have been a huge contributor to Thai society and are the country’s official national animal.With the numbers decreasing rapidly, the Asian elephant is now an endangered species.The significant drop in numbers of elephants in Thailand coincides with the increase in the human population, which brought with it a reduction in…
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Support rescued elephants in Thailand by visiting Hutsadin Elephant Foundation
Our Magical Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers
If you’re looking for a truly magical Christmas experience, then a Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers is a must.By the time autumn arrives, I’m already thinking about Christmas markets and festive days out!As a child, Christmas was the most exciting and magical time of the year; and now that I have kids of my own,…
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Our Magical Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers
Top things to do in Korcula with kids
Locally referred to as ‘Korčula’ and pronounced ‘Kor-chew-la’, this beautiful Croatian island is a great choice for families. There are plenty of things to do in Korcula with kids and you can make your stay as adventurous, educational or relaxing as you like.It’s easy to understand why the old town is often referred to as…
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Top things to do in Korcula with kids
Is Twinlakes Theme Park really worth a day out?
I had no idea what to expect when some of the family invited us to spend a day out at Twinlakes Theme Park.I’d heard of it but didn’t know anything about it so naturally had lots of questions. I hopped onto their website to see what they had to offer.Living less than half an hour…
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Is Twinlakes Theme Park really worth a day out?
How to get from Split to Dubrovnik
When I was planning our trip to Croatia, deciding on how to get from Split to Dubrovnik probably took the most research and time to sort out. There is basic information available on the different options but I found it lacked enough detail for me to be able to confidently choose the right option for…
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How to get from Split to Dubrovnik
The Ultimate Guide to Krka National Park
The natural beauty of the Krka National Park and its magnificent waterfalls was something we were not going to miss whilst travelling around the southern part of Croatia.Krka National Park doesn’t just offer 7 breath-taking waterfalls and a huge, diverse range of flora and fauna; there are beautiful walks, boat rides, preserved watermills, caves and…
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The Ultimate Guide to Krka National Park
9 Top Tips for visiting London’s Natural History Museum with kids
The Natural History Museum in London is an exciting day out for the whole family, with a huge collection of specimens and exhibits to entertain all ages. We took the opportunity to visit during the summer holidays with our nieces and nephew, so in total had 5 children aged between 2 and 9. There was…
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9 Top Tips for visiting London’s Natural History Museum with kids
How to book cheap flights during school holidays
How to book cheap flights during school holidays
Yes, you heard me right… cheap flights during school holidays. As soon as the kids break up from school, flights prices, accommodation (in fact everything) shoots up in price! Many parents choose not to fly abroad during school holidays because they think it’s too expensive. But if you use flight comparison websites and their clever…
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How to book cheap flights during school holidays
A weekend in North Wales – castles and coastal exploration
Normally I spend hours researching and planning our holidays, even for just a few nights. This 3-night weekend break in North Wales involved about 30 minutes of looking what holiday parks were available and a quick check on TripAdvisor. We had a deadline to get it booked and had left it until last minute!Although I…
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A weekend in North Wales – castles and coastal exploration