Days Out & Holidays

Exploring London with Keetoo

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Living in London, we already have our well-known and well loved days out that we tend to visit with the kids, or with relatives when they visit, but despite living in the capital for over 10 years now there are still a few famous attractions that I’m yet to visit, and sometimes I still come across places that I hadn’t even heard of!

This summer, I had the opportunity to try out the Keetoo app, a new app which acts as your “key to” the city of London! Through the app, we visited Hampton Court (one that I had been meaning to visit for a while) and Chelsea Physic Garden (a place I had not heard of before!)

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All roads lead to Rome: what to do, see, and eat?

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Traveling to Rome is one of the most exciting trips that one can have. The fascinating historical stories that the city tell, the delicious cuisine, and the astonishing sites made Rome be one of the most touristic capitals of the world with thousands of tourists every year. However, since there are so many things to see and do there, it might be a bit difficult to choose the best ones that should definitely not be missed. Read below what you should absolutely not miss when you are traveling there to make sure you experience Rome entirely without having any regrets on your way back home.

Dining in Rome

Italian cuisine is already extremely famous for the wide variety of foods that it offers to the locals and the tourists, so when you are in Rome the last thing that you have to worry about is the fact that you will not find a place to eat delicious food. There are many small family restaurant businesses that you can easily find at every corner of the street. The most traditional foods such as pizza and pasta are definitely a must-try there, since the way they are cooked is legit and the fresh products, which Italians use for them, make the food a delight for everyone. Also, even if you are not a coffee lover, you still have to experience the coffee culture in Rome because you will definitely change your mind and you will start to buy your own lungo capsules for nespresso when you go back home. There are many street cafes where you can start your morning with a small cup of coffee that will waken and delight all your senses.

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Little Baby Bum Live

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Little Baby Bum is by far my toddler N’s favourite thing to watch, and has been since she was a baby. She loves the nursery rhymes and the colourful videos. It never fails to make her smile! So when we heard about the new Little Baby Bum live show, we were really excited to find out more. We’ll be going along to watch and review the show very soon, but for now here are some pictures of what we can expect to see…

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Disney Vacation – Disney World Orlando vs Disneyland Paris

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Searching for a fun adventure for you and the kids? Wondering which Disney theme park would keep the entire family entertained? There are pros and cons for both Paris and Orlando, but a Disney vacation in Florida will be a dream come true.

When choosing the best destination for your family holiday, you need to consider the time of year and weather. One of the best features of Disney World Orlando is the nice weather all year. If you want to surprise the kids with a Christmas gift they will never forget – book your trip to Florida. Spending time at Disneyland Paris during December would be freezing. 

Another favorite in Orlando is the size and number of parks. Disney World offers four theme parks, two water parks, two themed mini-golf courses, four adult golf courses, over twenty themed resort hotels, and a camping resort. Paris only offers two parks and the space is much smaller. Orlando also offers a variety of food and drinks like Butterbeer and LeFou’s Brew, just remember food in both Orlando and Paris is a little expensive. 

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CBBC Summer Social

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We’ve been busy this summer holidays with lots of days out, but one of the days that my kids enjoyed the most was the CBBC Summer Social in Liverpool.

CBBC Summer Social is a three day event that took place in Croxeth Park, with plenty to do from music and celebrities on the stages, activities and workshops, rides, or just exploring the grounds and enjoying the atmosphere. We went along on the Sunday which was the finale day of the event, and had a really lovely day. There was plenty to do to fill the day, and lots of options so you can tailor it to what best suits your family.

Here are the stage timetables and a map of the grounds…

As you can see, there is a lot of activities and performances included!

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Backpacking Germany Travel Guide – Family Edition

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Between work, children and household duties, all families need a break from time to time. And if you are a cityscape lover, a food and beer lover, but also a backpacking lover, Germany seems to meet all the criteria on your list for a perfect backpacking week. Germany has plenty to offer, from a rich history to a richer cuisine, a stunning architecture and beer, of course. Below are some tips and tricks that will help you choose an itinerary, but also a small packing list and more.

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Our Go Ape Adventure with Yazoo

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The summer holidays seems to be flying by, I can hardly believe two weeks have gone already! We’ve been busy having adventures, visiting new places and trying new things and one of the coolest places we tried out has to be Nets Kingdom at Go Ape Black Park. This is a network of bouncy nets among the tree tops, where you can climb, run, bounce around, play ball and slide. It’s suitable for children as young as 1, and fun for adults too, so it was an obvious choice for the range of ages in our family.

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Drayton Manor Review – For all the Family!

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We had a brilliant day out at Drayton Manor this summer holidays. I can’t believe it has been nearly 5 years since we had last visited! My boys were HUGE Thomas & Friends fans when they were younger,so we had enjoyed some magical visits to Thomasland together but now that they have moved on from the Thomas stage, was there still anything to get them excited at Drayton Manor? Yes! There are lots of rides for older kids, so with children ranging from 1-10 years old we found plenty to suit everyone.

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How to Plan the Perfect Family Holiday

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Between school, work, and running a busy household, it can often feel difficult to spend time with your kids. Travelling can provide an ideal opportunity to spend some quality time with your family, so you can all relax and bond.

If you are planning an upcoming trip with your children, you’ll want to ensure you all have an unforgettable time together. To do so, read how to plan the perfect family holiday.

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Dinosaurs in the Wild Review

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Dinosaurs in the Wild is a brilliant immersive experience that makes a great family day out, especially for older kids. It’s located in the Greenwich peninsula near to the O2, and the experience lasts around an hour and a half. We went along to try it out earlier this week, and we were all really impressed with it.

The first thing we were struck by is how realistic the experience is. We’ve done lots of dinosaur themed attractions over the years but Dinosaurs in the Wild has a carefully constructed back story and narrative that makes it appear very believable.

I had heard that some aspects of the experience can be scary, so decided to emphasise to my kids before we went that it was not actually real, as my 6 year old can be a little sensitive at times and I didn’t want him to panic! After visiting, I would say that was the right decision as he was able to enjoy it without worrying.

In this review, I will tell you what happens throughout the tour including the ending. So if you don’t want spoilers, don’t read til the end, but if you do want to know what is included and whether it will be suitable for your child then hopefully this will help!

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