With a household of football crazies, a Camp Nou Tour was always on the list of things to do in Barcelona. At this point I should also mention that I'm not so mad about football as the rest of my family. So, I really didn't know what to expect from the tour, or whether I should even go. Should I just leave the boys to it and use it as an excuse to hit the … [Read more...]
Unusual Places to Stay in England
A trip away is the perfect opportunity to switch off, relax and have some fun. Where you stay when you go away is an important decision, it can make or break your vacation. Although top of the list for accommodation requirements is normally a comfortable bed, clean and tidy room, a nice area – sometimes, people want a little bit more. Something to add a little magic … [Read more...]
Where To Go In Devon
Clovelly, Devon A magical village you absolutely must visit. Clovelly is in the county of Devon, with cobblestones and cute little whitewashed village cottages, leading down to a fishing port lost in time. The village is closed to cars so the only way down is on foot (wear suitable footwear for the cobblestones!) Getting back up by foot is steep, it’s a good … [Read more...]
Where To Go In Dorset
It might be winter here in England, but you can't beat a crisp blue skied day like this down on Boscombe beach. Boscombe beach is located between Bournemouth beach and Southbourne. You can see Bournemouth Pier from Boscombe Pier and the pleasant walk between the 2 is only 1.4 miles. If you feel like a slightly longer walk, Southbourne is in the opposite direction about 2 miles … [Read more...]
Hever Castle and Gardens
Hever Castle makes for the perfect day trip from London. In fact, it is one of the days featured in the book, 33 Day Trips From London. We went there for our youngest son’s 7th birthday, over the Easter Holidays. The sun was shining and we were in the mood to celebrate! As desperate as I was to go in the castle. But, I knew my son was more desperate to run crazy through the … [Read more...]
