Things to do in Hamburg with Kids

This year I have come to realise that Germany is a fantastic destination for family travel.  When I was given the opportunity to visit the country again to find out about the best things to...

5 Ways To Feel Ready For The Party Season

Hello lovely readers. Thanks so much for stopping by, especially at such a busy time of year. I thought I'd share with you my top tips for feeling gorgeous and prepared for the festive...

Buying The Perfect Gift

My husband literally despairs at this time of year.  While he loves Christmas, when it comes to shopping and present ideas he doesn't really know where to start.  I gave up on receiving wonderful...

Tierpark Hagenbeck – Hamburg Zoo Review

On our final day in Hamburg my daughter and I headed across town from the Holiday Inn we were staying at to find Tierpark Hagenbeck (Hamburg Zoo).  We managed the bus and subway journey...

Celebrating Shopping Local in Nottingham

Nottingham is an incredibly unique city in that it is brimming with independently owned shops and businesses. In some areas, you will probably find as many independently owned cafes, restaurants,...

Things I Love About The Festive Season – The Christmas Tag

Hello lovely readers. Well, December is in full swing now and the big day is only 3 weeks away. Where has the year gone, hey? I'm not going to lie, I've been looking forward...

Get In The Christmas Spirit With These Fun Activities

With Christmas only around the corner, you might be on the hunt for fun and exciting things for the whole family to enjoy as we enter the festive period. With so many options on...

Back to Basics: Winter Wardrobe Essentials We All Need

Now that the days are getting shorter and the mornings are getting colder, it's important to stock up on those much-needed winter essentials. It happens every year in our house – the cold days...