Today – Family Halloween Events in the Midlands. All the best Halloween activities and family days out from across the region. Halloween is a big deal in our house. After the back to school blues and the inevitable downturn in the weather what we all need at this time of year is an excuse for silly […]
My Family Bucket List Destinations
Today – My family bucket list destinations – the top one hundred places I want to visit with the kids before they leave home. I turn 40 this year. I’m happy to report I’m feeling pretty sanguine about my milestone birthday. No existential angst or desire to buy a sports car (not as yet anyway). […]
3 Days in Oslo with Oslo Pass
Today – Things to do in Oslo with kids and making savings with Oslo Pass. Our 3 days in Oslo. ‘Can I hold your hand, Mum?’ whispers my 10 year old nervously as our descent into Stockholm starts to get a bit hairy. ‘Of course, darling.’ I reply, trying to convey a level of confidence with my […]
The Benefits of Travelling for Kids
Today – The Benefits of Travelling for Kids, a guest post from Becky Goddard-Hill of A Beautiful Space and Create Your Own Happy. Oh, travel can feel so tricky with kids can’t it? You have to remember to pack things to entertain them on the way and whilst they are there. You might need special […]
A Spellbound Evening in Oxford with A Discovery of Witches
Today – I attend the Spellbound Exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford for a preview of Sky’s new series A Discovery of Witches As well as being a keen traveller I’m also an avid reader. In fact, I think the two really go hand in hand. Many of my trips have been inspired by a location […]
Top 10 Free Things To Do In York
Today – My top 10 free things to do in York Family travel is fabulous but it can also easily get pricey. Over time I’ve picked up a few tips for keeping costs down. The most important one is probably the simplest: Don’t forget to find out about free things to do in your destination. […]