If you’re planning a trip to Thailand you may be wondering what to do about travel vaccinations and antimalarial tablets. Before my Thailand holiday with my husband and two teenage children, I researched which jabs we needed, and whether or not we should take antimalarial medication. A few people have asked about what we did, […]
Top things to do in Sicily with teenagers
As a family, we love Sicily, and it’s not just because half our ancestors come from there. The “ball” being kicked by mainland Italy’s “boot”, Sicily has so much to offer and also feels very different to the mainland. If you’ve visited Italy before, Sicily will be familiar but will also feel very different to […]
4-night Budapest city break itinerary
A few years ago I was a frequent visitor to Budapest. My husband was sent to the Hungarian capital for a year’s work, just after our daughter had started secondary school. Rather than relocate the whole family, we decided that he should go there alone, and that the kids and I would join him during […]
Best places for vegan food in Budapest
Traditional Hungarian food seems to always contain meat – the most famous national dish is goulash, a beef and vegetable stew. But these days I find that cosmopolitan Budapest has plenty of places which cater for vegetarians and vegans – you just need to do some research to find them. When my vegan daughter and […]
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, […]
60 free things to do in London with a teenager
If you’re visiting London with a teenager, there’s a huge range of fun, interesting and quirky things to see and do in the city for free. From world-class museums to unique festivals to outdoor activities, there really is something for everyone to enjoy in London – without paying a penny. There are also some hotels […]
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 […]
7-day itinerary for Porto, Lisbon & Silver Coast, Portugal
I’ve been asked to create this itinerary by Discover Car Hire, who are sponsoring this post. My first experience of Portugal was a marvellous two-week family road trip exploring Porto, Lisbon and the Silver Coast. Our kids were 18 and 13 years old at the time, and the holiday was a balance of cultural visits, foodie […]
The one where I claim flight compensation
When my flight from London to New York was cancelled, I was rebooked on a flight the following day, from a different airport. On my return, I claimed compensation for the cancellation. I’m sharing how I did this here, in case it’s helpful for you. This is what happened. The closer it got to our […]
Which Crufts or Scruffts category would your dog win?
This post is sponsored by James Wellbeloved* While shopping a couple of weeks ago, something which I hadn’t been looking for caught my eye. My husband and daughter had been campaigning for a new dog bed for our whippet, Bluebell. I’d resisted, as she’s scratched through every single bed she’s ever had. She disinters the […]
