We have just been on holiday with our 14 month old boy to northern France (staying in airbnbs – 4 nights in Lille and 4 nights in the Normandy countryside). Bruges is only an hour’s drive from Lille so we spent a day there – so so lovely! Just wanted to say thank you as… Continue reading A family trip to Northern France – thank you MummyandMe
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A day in Brussels with children
We recently found ourselves staying near Brussels. We'd already visited Ghent, Antwerp and Bruges (on an earlier trip, the previous year...we have a bit of a thing for Belgium!) so Brussels seemed like a good option for a day out. I've said in previous blog entries that travelling with children is all about compromise. Everybody… Continue reading A day in Brussels with children
Antwerp with children
On a recent visit to Belgium we settled on a day in Antwerp. I was totally swayed after reading about the wonderful range of child/family friendly activities available in the city. Cartoon Station Our first stop was the Comic Station in Antwerp Station. We parked around the corner at Centraal. The Comic Station is an… Continue reading Antwerp with children
Top Tips for Legoland Windsor
1. Book your tickets online before you go. Book 7 days (or more) before you visit for the cheapest online rates. Its also worth looking out for the various offers - (cadburys chocolate button packets often have a 2-4-1 deal. What better excuse do you need for eating a bag?!?). 2. Consider paying the extra… Continue reading Top Tips for Legoland Windsor
A day in Ghent with children
**Updated November 2023** Overshadowed by the much more popular Bruges (we've taken the children on several occassions!) this beautiful, undiscovered gem is well worth a visit (with or without children!). It has all the charm of Bruges but with a quirky edge that makes it very appealing. Parking in Ghent We've now been to the… Continue reading A day in Ghent with children
Stratford upon Avon with children
Ok so as a travel blogger I often get asked by friends, family and colleagues to recommend family friendly activities in our nearest touristy town, Stratford Upon Avon. So here goes... I've restricted this list to just those places and activities that are actually in the town or that are accessible (easily!) from the centre… Continue reading Stratford upon Avon with children
Touchdown Cafe – Wellsbourne Airfield
This has to be one of our favourite places to spend time - particularly on a sunny weekend! It serves a wonderful (but not overly healthy!) breakfast (can't vouch for any other meal). I can hear you asking so? What makes that so special? Well this is a truly unique cafe. It's based on an… Continue reading Touchdown Cafe – Wellsbourne Airfield
Gifts for mummies (and mummies to be!) who love to travel
Updated June 2024 Every traveling expert needs an arsenal of products to make the journey smoother and us mummies are no different. If you're stuck on what to get your friend or family member who loves to travel, then read on for some of these gift ideas! Bodum Travel French Press Coffee Maker - I… Continue reading Gifts for mummies (and mummies to be!) who love to travel
Jungle Town
Jungle town - Is an indoor child-sized town with many of the shops and services children interact with in real life. Jungle Town operates on a session basis, with 3 sessions a day. You can book and pay online before you go (I always do this!) or you can just turn up on the day. Both of… Continue reading Jungle Town
Relaxing holiday in Dubai – Thank you MummyandMe
Well let's just say I didn't know it was possible to have a relaxing holiday with 2 young kids in tow!! Such a brilliant week, will definitely go back! Want to book right away. Thank you so much for all your help and advice!! Feel so rejuvenated!! (Cardiff mummy of 2 (aged 5 and 2),… Continue reading Relaxing holiday in Dubai – Thank you MummyandMe
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