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  • 48 Hours in Southampton with Kids: The Best Things to Do on a …

    48 Hours in Southampton with Kids: The Best Things to Do on a Family City Break
  • 48 Hours in Bath with Kids: The Ultimate Family Weekend Itinerary

    48 Hours in Bath with Kids: The Ultimate Family Weekend Itinerary
  • Christmas in Southampton: Our Magical Family Day Out at the Christmas Market & …

    Christmas in Southampton: Our Magical Family Day Out at the Christmas Market & Festive Attractions
  • A Magical Family Getaway at the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire

    A Magical Family Getaway at the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire
  • A Fantastic Family Break at Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park

    A Fantastic Family Break at Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park
  • 48 hours in Liverpool with my girls

    48 hours in Liverpool with my girls
  • London with 4 children? No Sweat..

    London with 4 children? No Sweat..
  • Sensory Stories At ZSL London Zoo

    Sensory Stories At ZSL London Zoo

The Best family friendly cities for a long weekend on a budget

A city break is a great way for families to enjoy quality time together without using too much annual leave. However, many households are feeling the pressure of higher living and travel costs.  The latest inflation data from the Office for National Statistics shows that prices remain above pre-2021 levels, continuing to affect family budgets That might push you to swerve Europe’s most expensive city-break destinations and turn to those where accommodation, food and transport offer better value. The good news is that several urban hotspots still provide a memorable long family weekend that won’t overstretch your finances. Budapest Hungary’s…

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One Little Change That Has Made Our Mornings Easier

One Little Change That Has Made Our Mornings Easier

Mornings in our house are busy. With five children ranging from my 7 month old to teenagers, everyone needs something different and more often that …
Creating a Calmer Nursery: Small Details That Can Make Bedtime Easier for Baby and Mum

Creating a Calmer Nursery: Small Details That Can Make Bedtime Easier for Baby and Mum

A nursery does not need to be perfect to feel peaceful. For new parents, there is often a lot of pressure to create a …
Camp Kindling Review: The Family Festival We Would 100% Visit Again

Camp Kindling Review: The Family Festival We Would 100% Visit Again

If you love the idea of taking your children to a festival but feel slightly overwhelmed by the reality of camping, organising activities and …
48 Hours in Southampton with Kids: The Best Things to Do on a Family City Break

48 Hours in Southampton with Kids: The Best Things to Do on a Family City Break

AD – Press Trip with Visit Southampton Looking for things to do in Southampton with kids? We recently spent 48 hours in the city on a …
Three Days in Tamworth and Nobody Cried

Three Days in Tamworth and Nobody Cried

I’ll be honest, Tamworth wasn’t on any wishlist. It came up because my husband had a work thing nearby and someone mentioned …
Buying a House in Calgary With No Agent Fees

Buying a House in Calgary With No Agent Fees

We told everyone the move would be easy. Same language, same side of the road (mostly), same general idea of what a garden is …