It’s years since I went on the Mersey Ferry, which is daft really as it is only 45 minutes from us. I asked the little boys what they wanted to do today and was told that they wanted to go on a boat. Serves me right for asking. Then I remembered about the Mersey Ferry […]
How to get organised for your first family holiday
Getting organised for your first family holiday can be a hectic and stressful experience if you haven’t taken the time to plan things out. Putting things together at the last moment can feel like completing a jigsaw puzzle on a timer with your whole family standing over your shoulder. After all, if you don’t get […]
Easy carry around toys
I don’t know about you but we can’t seem to move very far without having to take half the contents of the playroom with us. There are toys that the children insist go in the bath with them, some that sometimes have to sit and watch the children eat their lunch, some that have to […]
Looking for a magical family holiday?
Sicily is thought to be one of the most magical places you could ever imagine to spend a holiday with your children and a great place to fuel their imagination. With daily direct flights departing from the UK (mainly with Ryanair, Easyjet, and British Airways among others) it is extremely convenient even for a short […]
Long-haul travel tips for stress-free family holidays
If you’re travelling with children, a long-haul flight may seem like the ultimate challenge, but the world is a vast place and the more you travel, the more you learn. A plane journey should never put you off opening yourself and your family up to new adventures and experiences. Travel broadens your horizons and it […]
How to help your child prepare for a gap year
A gap year can be an exciting time for teenagers before they head off to university. Not only will it give them their first real taste of being out in the big bad world all on their own, but it can help them learn life lessons. It’ll also teach them about who they are and […]
Skiing with children: the benefits
A while back I wrote about the differences in skiing holidays pre and post motherhood. If you didn’t catch that you can see it here. I have always thought that despite the effort required for a family skiing holiday that it is always worth it as there are so many benefits to be gained for children. […]
Exploring Florida’s best loved attractions
Florida is a perennial crowd pleaser when it comes to family holidays. Many of us dream of taking our children to see Mickey and Minnie. If you’re planning a holiday to Florida and you’re desperate to cram everything in, here is a guide to the best attractions on offer. Walt Disney World There’s no other […]