I love World Book Day and all the fun dressing up that comes with it. However, at times it can be a little stressful trying to find a great costume that is either easy to make or cheap to buy. With that in mind I thought I’d put together a list of easy to throw together some easy last minute world book day costume ideas that the kids will love! Where’s Wally? All that’s needed here is a white and red striped jumper, a bobble hat and a pair of black rimmed glasses. If you don’t have a stripy jumper then use some white tape on a red tshirt, or…
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Best Family Holiday Destinations in Europe
Last year I put together a post on best places to visit in Spain following our own little jaunt to the continent. This time I thought I’d expand my search and look at family holidays in Europe. I adore going on holiday around Europe and the novelty of having an abundance of culture and beautiful beaches only a short plane ride away always excites me. Whether it’s catching the train to France and spending the weekend sipping wine on La Seine or lapping up the sun on golden beaches, there is something for every type of traveller. It’s always quite hard finding somewhere to call home while you’re on holiday…
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Tips on Returning Back to Work after Having Kids
I recently returned back to the world of work after staying at home to raise my children. I don’t really like using that phrase ‘return back to work’ as I never stopped working in the first place. Firstly, mums work ALL THE TIME. Being a stay at home mum is most definitely, without a doubt, work. For a few years I also worked as a freelance copywriter, peddling my wares during nap times and whatever hours I could find during the week so that I could carve out my little online business. It was something I loved doing and had always wanted to do. I enjoyed the autonomy of running…
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Australian Destinations You Didn’t Even Know Could Make That 24-Hour Flight Worthwhile
Having both a fear of flying and an insatiable wanderlust can be tricky to deal with. I love travelling and seeing the world, but I also have a big fear of flying. But there’s just no getting around the fact that planes are the only way to get to some of the world’s best destinations. Even worse, the flights involved to some destinations can be pretty long. Take a trip to Australia, for example. This can take up-to twenty four hours or more depending on where you’re flying from. The length of a flight like this can keep even a keen wanderer with a plane fear at bay. You may be…
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The Best Camping Sites Around Sydney
Australia is a stunning place, and Sydney has to be the most popular city in the whole country. It has been 10 years since we had our little adventure in Australia and now we have children we are looking forward to returning for adventurous holidays. If you are looking to have a fun getaway down under this spring or summer, the area around Sydney can be a great place to go, and today we are looking at some of the best camping hotspots in the area. Seal Rocks The first camping hotspot we are going to mention today is Seal Rocks. As the name would suggest, this is a coastal…
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Booking A Family Adventure Holiday
Family activity holidays provide the perfect opportunity to get everyone together and enjoy a fun-filled and memorable experience. As a lot of families have to save for a great deal of time in order to be able to afford a vacation, it is vitally important that you choose the best travel company to book your holiday through. After all, nobody wants to spend their hard-earned cash to then be disappointed with the holiday they went on and the service they received. Therefore, to give you a helping hand, this article provides you with some tips for picking the best travel company to book your family activity holidays with. Check Your…
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How Do You Prepare Kids For The Real World?
Let’s face it, being a parent comes with its fair share of challenges. From pampers to preschool and beyond, there’s no shortage of complicated or difficult moments along the road of raising your kids. However, one of the things that a lot of parents really find themselves unprepared for is the day when their child goes out into the real world. Once they’re old enough to start experiencing the world for themselves, you will want to have made sure that they’re ready for it. Which raises the question: how do you prepare your kids for the real world? Teach them life skills There are plenty of things that most of…
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11 Ways to Save Money This Christmas
The festive holiday is around the corner and a time when many of us will start Christmas shopping in earnest. For me, by about the middle of November, I start to think about how I’m going to save money at Christmas. Having been a stay at home mum and freelance copywriter for a number of years, I’ve had to become quite savvy with my cash, especially when it comes to buying Christmas presents. It’s not always been easy and I have been known to quite literally count out my pennies to see if I can afford to buy a gift. With little cash coming in and my bank account draining,…
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Travel guide for a Family Vacation in Southern Italy
Some of my family’s best memories have been on holiday, especially ones where all the family can join. It gives such a different opportunity to get to hang out with one another and just bond. I love picking a destination from our bucket list and knowing that it will be another trip that our family will remember forever. Especially as the kids get older! One destination that has topped all expectations is Southern Italy. Sicily No matter how many times you have been to Sicily, there will always be more to do and see. It is so rich in culture and history, with extraordinary beaches and hilltop views. In Sicily…
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Review of Cilla The Musical – The Grand Theatre, Leeds
It’s been four years since the brilliant Sheridan Smith appeared as Cilla Black in the ITV drama. Her achingly good portrayal of the singer lauded rave reviews and was a big hit with the audience. The TV show revitalised interest in Cilla and her rise to becoming a national treasure. As a child of the 80’s, I spent many a Saturday night watching her in Blind Date and Surprise, Surprise. While I knew she had been a singer before her successful TV career, I had little knowledge about her background in music and subsequent rise to stardom. We saw the silver screen immortalise her early career from cloakroom assistant to…
