Canada is a country that I have always wanted to visit since I was very young. The scenery really appeals to me and so does the diversity of the country. Plus they speak French and English there which as a speaker of both languages, although one not so fluent, is always a bonus. I have […]
When we were planning our summer holiday last year, we had the idea to go to Italy. We were excited – we loved Italy when we went to Tuscany a few years ago but hadn’t had the chance to go back. We quickly found things to do in Rome and a place to stay in […]
One of the memories that has lasted with me from my family holiday many years ago to Florida was our time exploring the World Showcase in Epcot. I wanted to make sure that this time around, with my four-year-old son, we would hopefully create some new lasting memories. I have heard people ask how true […]
“If travelling was free, you’d never see me again.” Most people love the idea of toting around the world, exploring new places, finding breathtaking views and simply finding themselves while looking at what the earth has to offer. Unfortunately for many, travelling seems like a costly option, and they never get to realize their dreams. […]
This is my list of the Top 10 best family-friendly rides across the four parks at Walt Disney World. These are the not to miss rides for families with kids aged around 4-10 years old that enjoy a thrill/fun ride but aren’t excessively scary. Some of the rides have height limits. Please remember there are […]
We were recently invited to attend the Nottinghamshire County Show. It’s a show that I’ve never been to before so I was keen to attend and review it as a family day out. I always thought it took place near Nottingham. It is actually in Newark at their showground which is even better for us […]
Things to do in and around Aberystwyth. For 5 years I lived close to Aberystwyth. My daughter, now 11, was born there, but we moved soon after her arrival so I could be closer to my parents. We visit often though. It’s a place that we still call home, 11 years after leaving. It’s a […]
When considering your next holiday for you and your family, Poland may not be at the top of the list. With the stories of woe from WWII and years spent behind the Iron Curtain. The central European country has struggled to shake the stereotype of dark, miserable and mean. That is until recently. With Poland’s […]
We have just enjoyed a very hot holiday over in Florida where their winter weather was peaking at 30oC. Now we are back home to snow and it has me thinking and dreaming off holidays where it certainly can be a bit colder, if not a lot colder! So I have compiled a list of […]
I have something to tell you all – we love Blackpool. My in-laws live in Fleetwood which is just up the road from Blackpool. Just recently had our third holiday there. It was funny because the day we arrived I was sent over my guest post #8 via Tracey from onefrazzledmum. The idea behind my […]
So where would our ultimate family bucket list destinations be? From our 450+ bucket list, there are some places on the list that realistically it would take us a lot of savings to be able to afford. They are also the kind of destinations that we would love to be able to do in 5* […]
I can’t believe it’s been 8 months since our holiday to Gran Canaria. It is a fabulous place and is one of the main tourist destinations of the Canary Islands. Today I am bringing you 10 great reasons to visit Gran Canaria for your next holiday. #1 – Close proximity to the UK Did you […]