Hotel du Vin Stratford upon Avon Modern Chic Comfort Convenient Central Location Design Deluxe Balcony Room

Hotel du Vin – Modern chic comfort in the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon, England

Disclaimer: For your convenience, we have included affiliate links to items which we have found useful. We will receive a commissions from the seller if you purchase through these links. This hotel is the result of a £5m extension and conversion of two Grade-II listed Georgian townhouses in 2018 by award-winning interior design firm Dexter Moren Associates (dextermoren.com). Hotel du Vin is part of the … Continue reading Hotel du Vin – Modern chic comfort in the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon, England

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Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens – Family and Dog Friendly Day Out in Cotswold, England

Spending summer days in the Cotswold is one of life’s great pleasures and one of our favourite things to do whilst there; especially with our children and dog, is to go for a picnic, indulging in wholesome clotted cream and strawberry jam-packed scones amongst 160 acres of open greenery and surrounded by wildlife like rhino, zebra, giraffe, ostrich and many other amazing animals. What is … Continue reading Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens – Family and Dog Friendly Day Out in Cotswold, England

Great Fosters Luxury Country Home Weekend Retreat Central London Hotel Review

Great Fosters – Family & Dog Friendly Spacious Super King Suite

Disclaimer: For your convenience, we have included affiliate links to items which we have found useful. We will receive a commissions from the seller if you purchase through these links. Great Fosters is an exclusive hotel housed in a 16th century, Grade I listed Tudor mansion that sits majestically overlooking 50 acres of landscaped gardens and parkland. Click here for our review on Great Fosters … Continue reading Great Fosters – Family & Dog Friendly Spacious Super King Suite

Great Fosters Luxury Country Home Weekend Retreat Central London Hotel Review

Great Fosters – Luxury retreat in acres of greenery in Egham, Surrey

This exclusive hotel is housed in a 16th century, Grade I listed Tudor mansion that sits majestically overlooking 50 acres of landscaped gardens and parkland. Great Fosters is the latest addition to Alexander Hotels group, a small 5 property chain which is also a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). How do I get there? A 40 min train journey on … Continue reading Great Fosters – Luxury retreat in acres of greenery in Egham, Surrey

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A Day in Vatican City – Itinerary & Travel Tips

Spending a day in Vatican City is high on most travellers’ list. This city-state is the epicentre of the most influential religion in Europe for the last 2000 years. It has been home to the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, since the fifteenth century. It may be the world’s smallest independent nation-state, covering only 109 acres (0.4 sq km), but from there, its … Continue reading A Day in Vatican City – Itinerary & Travel Tips

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A day out in London at the Natural History Museum and Kensington Gardens

The corner of London once nicknamed the “Albertopolis” is one of the most beautiful part of London. Now more commonly known as South Kensington, it is steep in history as home to the royal palace for most of the 18th century and where Queen Victoria spent her formative years. It is an art, science and cultural hub with iconic institutions like Victoria & Albert Museum, … Continue reading A day out in London at the Natural History Museum and Kensington Gardens

A local’s guide to a holiday in Singapore – 3 day itinerary & travel tips

Singapore is a melting pot of Asian and Western cultures with its vibrant Chinese heritage, Indian influences, Malay roots and British past. This thriving uber-modern city state is glitzy with the trendiest bars, clubs and restaurants but yet rich in beautiful heritage and traditions that many Singaporeans still hold dear. We have put together a 3 day itinerary that is comprehensive and fun. It encapsulates … Continue reading A local’s guide to a holiday in Singapore – 3 day itinerary & travel tips

Essential Packing for Road Trip with Kids

Essential packing for road trips with kids

Days spent with our children are priceless, so whenever we can, we take our kids along with us on our travels and we love it. Having said that, its not always fun and giggles. Long journeys – especially in the car can become challenging for parents and kids alike. Below are items we found essentials or useful to help keep the journey interesting, or at … Continue reading Essential packing for road trips with kids

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A local’s guide to a holiday in London – 4 day itinerary & travel tips

London is a real life museum with a rich history and culture. It is cosmopolitan, proud, flamboyant, open but at the same time conservative, reserved and subtle. We wanted to put together an itinerary and travel tips from a Londoner’s perspective for someone who is visiting London for the first time. An itinerary that is practical and enjoyable. One that captures the spirit, the history … Continue reading A local’s guide to a holiday in London – 4 day itinerary & travel tips