Each year, millions of tourists flock to the golden sands of Tenerife in search of the best all inclusive hotels. The largest Canary Island is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday, whether you’re travelling with your friends, family or as a couple. The island’s beautiful scenery, warm climate and fabulous nightlife has made it…
Going on holiday is something the whole family looks forward to, and making sure everything goes smoothly makes a big difference to everyone’s experience. Holiday planning shouldn’t be overwhelming, so I’ve put together this checklist that will help you get all those travel plans in order so everyone can relax and have a good time….
With the British weather being a little on the unpredictable side, the second that sun peeps out from behind the clouds and begins to warm up the playground you can guarantee that a few small voices will ask if they can do work outside. Let’s face it, the great outdoors, nature’s very own playground, harbours…
Getting good quality sleep when you are travelling can be a challenge for all kinds of reasons. Changes in timezone can reek havoc on our sleep patterns and sleeping in an unfamiliar environment can also be very unsettling. The excitement, and sometimes stress of getting to your destination can also effect how much sleep you…
Vietnam is a destination that should be on everyone’s bucket list. It’s a country with a lot to offer in terms of culture, history and contrasts with bustling cities and remote hill tribes. These 10 things to do in Vietnam with help you to get to know this interesting and inspiring country during your visit….
This summer I’m focusing our family travel experiences very much on the UK. It’s a perfect time of year to enjoy what our country has to offer in terms of family holidays and I really want my children to understand that the country where they live is just as beautiful as destinations abroad. Travelling in…
Rushcliffe Country Park is definitely our favourite place to take the kids near to our home, but it dawned on us today that we hadn’t been for sometime. Last year we would go and visit a couple of times a month in the warmer weather, but we don’t seem to have got into the same…
Just the thought of a family holiday in Florida makes me feel excited and it’s something that is very much on the horizon for us in the near future, maybe one of those Orlando resorts? That’s why this list of things to do in Florida has been planned for a while now. I’m desperate to…
There’s always a lot going on in a busy house isn’t there? Families notoriously have a lot to juggle in their daily lives. There’s the battle of getting ready for the day with repetitive requests to get dressed, clean teeth and pack the school bag. Once we’ve tackled getting ready, it’s time to deal with…
I promised you a few posts about what we got up to in Menorca after our stay at Royal Son Bou Family Club so here’s our family travel guide. This is all about things to do in Menorca with kids to help plan your holiday to this beautiful Balearic island. I spent quite a while with…
Some trips lend themselves so well to accessorising. When we found out we were going to Disneyland Paris, I really felt the need to have some fun with the clothes and the bags we were taking with us. If you’ve read about our trip to the 25th Anniversary already, you’ll know that my daughters didn’t…
Self catering accommodation is a great option for families looking to book a relaxing holiday together. Hundredrooms is an excellent resource for finding self catering holidays around the world to suit your needs. Not only does it compare prices so that you get the best deals but you can also specify your family’s specific requirements. So…
What do you look for in a family holiday? Is quality holiday accommodation like they have at Yelloh! Village Les Grands Pins at Lacanau Ocean? Do you like to be surrounded by natural beauty? Does the family insist on visiting a resort with an excellent swimming pool? Perhaps your holiday isn’t perfect without a beautiful…
The summer isn’t just about going on holiday and spending time on the beach. It’s also about making the most of the sunshine at home. Follow these simple ideas to add a little luxury into your life this summer and enjoy that holiday feeling the whole season. Book A Spa Day Why not treat yourself…
My friend recently had to hire a Virginia car accident lawyer after she had a car crash and it made me think about my driving. I’m a good driver but I want to know how to improve it. From the moment our AA Car Genie arrived I genuinely thought ‘this is a great concept, and…
Sometimes it’s just impossible for me to write about anything else until I get something off my chest and this is definitely one of those times. I took my 3 year old daughter for a children’s hearing test the other day and it confirmed that she does have some low level deafness caused by a…