Since the UK lockdown restrictions changed to allow travel to outdoor open space (irrespective of distance), we’ve been out on a series of ‘mini adventures’. Whilst I’ve got seriously itchy feet to travel overseas, these mini adventures have allowed us to see and do new things locally. They’ve ... View Post
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Our Mini Adventures: 5 Family Friendly Days Out in Yorkshire
19 Spectacular Underwater Photos to Celebrate World Oceans Day
Today is World Oceans Day, so for a bit of fun and a little visual escapism, I'm sharing 19 spectacular underwater photos from a collection of talented photographers. Seeing these photos remind me of my most recent scuba diving experience in Moalboal in the Philippines. These memories and the ... View Post
6 Things I’ve Learnt Before Turning 30!
This is the last blog post I will ever write in my 20’s! I am officially turning 30 tomorrow. It’s such a huge milestone birthday but one that seems to get a lot of bad press. Should people want to stay in their 20’s forever? I don’t think so. Don’t get me wrong, I loved my 20’s. I have no regrets ... View Post
Welcome to this ‘Strange New Normal’
I wrote this poem last week to summarise some of my questions and feelings during the UK lockdown. I'd love to know what you think and if you can relate? Welcome to this strange new normal, Are you settling in just fine? Or are you struggling to adjust, and keep a happy, positive ... View Post
Temple Newsam in Full Bloom
There are many mental health benefits of spending time outdoors and amongst nature, but I have never felt those benefits more than during the lockdown. I have also never felt so grateful to live very close to green open space. We’ve all had to find different coping mechanisms to get through this ... View Post
The Best Baby Products from Newborn to Weaning and Beyond
Whilst all is quiet on the travel front, I’ve been working on this bumper blog post of all the best baby products I’ve found since becoming a Mum. Some of the products we bought before Theo was born, so this may help anyone working out what to buy for a newborn. Some of the products we bought ... View Post
Travel Advice: What to do if you have a Summer Holiday booked for 2020
Millions of people will be feeling uncertain about their 2020 summer holidays right now. If you are one of them, I hope this blog post can give you some guidance and helpful advice about what to do next. I reached out to Rachel O’Rilley, Head of Communications at Kuoni and she has kindly shared tips ... View Post
9 Fun Ways to Celebrate a Birthday at Home during Lockdown
I’m turning 30 at the end of May and I’ve come to terms with the fact that it isn’t going to be the day I had in mind. The UK is most probably still going to be in a state of quarantine, which means I won’t get to see any family or friends. At first I felt sad, but now I am thinking of ways to make ... View Post
