In 2017 I decided to apply for Italian citizenship for myself and for our children. I was able to do this because my husband was born in London but his parents are from Sicily, and therefore he’s both British and Italian. This means that our kids and I, all of us British and born in […]
Free foreign language worksheets
It’s great to connect with people from different cultures – and I’ve found that learning even a few words of a different language really helps with this. I studied languages throughout my education, and I continue to try to learn key words and phrases when I travel to places where I don’t know the language. I’ve […]
How to explore London’s top art galleries from home
London’s art galleries are currently closed but, as long as you have internet access, you can still explore them. So if you’re self-isolating, social distancing or in quarantine, wherever you are in the world, here’s how you can enjoy London’s amazing and beautiful art collections online through virtual tours and resources. Dulwich Picture Gallery Dulwich […]
How to explore London’s top museums from home
Although London’s world-class museums are closed at the moment, that doesn’t mean that you can’t explore them – as long as you have internet access. Even when you’re self-isolating, social distancing or not able to travel, you can still enjoy and learn about the marvellous exhibits and collections of the following top museums online through […]
Jane Austen tour: the places where she lived and wrote
Jane Austen is one of England’s best-known authors. Her six novels are still widely-read today, more than 200 years after her death at the age of 41. Her second novel, Pride and Prejudice, has never been out of print, and it’s sold more than 200 million copies worldwide since its publication in 1813. If you’d like to […]
Review: The Gonville Hotel, Cambridge
Following on from my post about a things to see and do in Cambridge (read it here – What to see and do in Cambridge: 2-day itinerary) I wanted to write a separate post about the excellent boutique hotel that we stayed at in Cambridge: The Gonville Hotel. Where to stay in Cambridge: The Gonville […]
Free ebook: Tunisia Beyond The Beach
I’ve travelled to Tunisia a couple of times as I (with four other travel bloggers) was working with the Tunisian National Tourist Office to share some of the many attractions of this fascinating Mediterranean country. Following our trips, the five of us produced a free ebook, Tunisia Beyond The Beach, which you can download via the […]
How family travel changes as your kids grow up
Ad: Bathing Solutions have commissioned me to write this article.* This is the first year in our kids’ lives that we’re not having a family summer holiday. I’ve always wanted to keep having family holidays for as long as possible, and previously I’ve written about what to do when your teenager doesn’t want to go on […]
On dogs and friendship
AD – This post is sponsored by PetPlan* When our daughter wanted nothing but a puppy for her ninth birthday, I wasn’t sure what to do. My husband and I had both grown up with cats as pets, and had never even taken a dog for a walk, let alone lived with one. Our son, […]
Celebrity Edge: new ship for people who don’t like cruises
As I walk into my room I feel relaxed and at home straight away. The passenger accommodation on board Celebrity Edge is designed by Kelly Hoppen MBE. With her signature neutral palette and beautiful textures, it feels stylish and welcoming. My Aquaclass Stateroom has a kingsize bed with a cashmere mattress, an airy balcony and […]
