Tag: travel
-
Returning to Turkey: A Five-Star Family Holiday at the Gloria Resorts in Belek
Years ago — before kids and pre-COVID — we had our very first holiday in Turkey and absolutely loved it. Some very special friends of ours were celebrating their wedding in the Alanya region, and we tacked on a short stay beforehand at the beautiful Gloria Serenity Resort. That whole trip still sits firmly in our…
-
New Adventures at Home and Away: Stepping Into What’s Next
Life at Home: The Start of the School Era I’ve been a little quiet on here recently, but only because it has been a very busy summer! At home, it’s been a season of big steps for the Small People. The start of the School Era has arrived, and with it, plenty of moments that…
-
Handpicked by Me: Prime Day Travel Essentials for Every Getaway
Life has changed since the Small People arrived. I was always content with my Kindle, enough Wifi for Spotify, and my AirPods. Boy, have things changed and there will be quite a few years before we enter the Teenage Era. My poor Paperwhite gets far less attention. I used to love them as a kid…
-
Turkish Escapes
Why Turkey Tops My List for Family Holidays – And How Planning Ahead Can Save You ££ I know I’m lucky to have enjoyed some incredible holidays – from Asia to Africa, a taste of Australia, and the start of my European adventures. Now that we have two Small People in tow, our next trip…
-
Jacy’z Hotel Gothenburg: Spa Day Review & UK Day Trip Guide
“Look at this!” she said, and so I did.“Shall we do it?” she asked, and we had a think.“Let’s have a spa day!” she cried – so we did. The day trip that blew up my inbox! This post covers everything you need to know about our stylish day trip from the UK to the…
-
And we’re back!
But not quite ready to shake off the holiday feeling just yet…. Thank you so much for all the kind comments and messages after my post about our difficult flight out to Bali. Despite the bumpy start, the holiday itself was absolutely wonderful! I’ll be sharing more very soon — so if you’re considering a holiday…
-
So, about that flight…
Readers of my post about flight preparation may have gleaned that I perhaps overthought things a little. I like to plan ahead—I have two children (the small people), two businesses, and a husband who works as hard (sometimes harder!) than I do. Planning is essential. But not everything goes to plan. I thought long and…
-
Thailand’s Top Pool Villas for Couples (With the Perfect Itinerary)
Love this itinerary? It is available as shown or fully customisable to fit your perfect trip. Looking for the perfect Thailand itinerary with luxury hotels, unforgettable pools, and a little bit of everything?This 13-night holiday gives you temples, city buzz, tropical islands, and jungle hideaways – all with stylish stays and private pool time along…
-
Spa days and short breaks
There’s nothing quite like a spa day to recharge your batteries. With little ones keeping me busy and work full-on, I’ve learned how important it is to carve out time for myself—because you can’t pour from an empty cup. A little pampering in beautiful surroundings is my go-to way to reset and refuel. Recently, I…