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 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

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Bluetooth portable speakers long-term review: JBL Xtreme

The JBL Xtreme is probably one of our favourite electrical item. It has transformed some simple barbecue lunches on the rooftop, picnics in the park, chill outs on the beach into lasting memories. After nearly 4 years of owning it with one battery replacement, it is still providing us with great entertainment. We would recommend it as the best Bluetooth portable speaker in the market. … Continue reading Bluetooth portable speakers long-term review: JBL Xtreme

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 shopping guide for your new puppy

Essential shopping guide for your new puppy

As a first time, or soon to be new puppy owner, you will want to make sure you give your puppy the best. And of course you should. By providing it with the essentials like food, shelter and love. That in a nutshell is all your puppy will ever need. You will of course have to arm yourself with some puppy paraphernalia to make that … Continue reading Essential shopping guide for your new puppy

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

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Perfect Holiday in Santorini, Greece – Itinerary and Travel Tips

Santorini is a must-go travel destination on every travellers list and its not hard to see why. The breathtaking view from the top of the caldera, the calm of the deep blue Aegean Sea, the joy of the blue sky, the impossibility of pinpointing where one charming hotel starts and another idyllic one ends as they drape over the cliffs makes this place seem unreal. … Continue reading Perfect Holiday in Santorini, Greece – Itinerary and Travel Tips