THE MAGIC OF MARTINHAL
Magical Martinhal, where to start? It truly provided the most effortlessly relaxing holiday our little family could have hoped for. Martinhal have got everything right for a luxury family holiday. Everything. Nothing is missing, nothing is an effort, really it’s perfect. A John Lewis holiday, if that makes sense. It has everything you…
View PostGORGEOUS BEACHES OF CRETE
After two magical trips to Crete, I'm keeping a list of the fabulous beaches. There's far more to Crete than the resorts it is known for.
View PostLUXURY DEVON STAY – THE RETREAT GITCOMBE
Last spring we stayed at The Retreat on Gitcombe Estate - with wow factor at every step it is ideal for a special group getaway. Take a look!
View PostARE YOU LOOKING FOR A FAMILY FRIENDLY POOL VILLA IN CRETE?
Then I have just the place for you! Dimokritos villas in central Crete are the perfect place for a relaxing family holiday.
View PostHOLIDAY PACKING FOR A 4-YEAR-OLD
Packing the right things to keep a 4 year old entertained on holiday is key to a relaxing break for all, here's some tried and tested ideas!
View PostWHEN WILL WE STAYCATION AGAIN?
When will we staycation again? I'm not sure right now, but I can't wait to see more of the UK when it's safe to do so, we're spoilt by gorgeous choice after gorgeous choice!
View PostBABY-FREE NIGHT AT THE PIGSTY AT PITT
We were invited to stay at the newly opened Pigsty. Views are all my own… But in summary, book it, tell your friends, then book it again! It was our first night away together without the baby so it had to meet a high standard and it absolutely did! Ten minutes from Winchester.…
View PostDORSET MINIBREAK
Had you asked 10 months ago if a minibreak with a baby could be relaxing I'd have laughed... Well, a Dorset staycation through a baby's eyes is magical, and relaxing!
View PostA QUIET WEEKEND IN CORNWALL TO REMEMBER
Sometimes all anyone needs is a weekend away, in Cornwall. Away from the chores, the need to do a food shop, catch up on work or (heaven forbid) do anything strenuous. A weekend away in a nice place that isn’t home. No 3G, no TV, just some fresh air and sea views. Time…
View PostAirbnb in Greece: a Crete retreat
We almost didn’t go to Greece this summer. We had toyed with the idea a while ago. But it was too hard to choose the island, expensive flights, a plethora of accommodation choices… It was in the too difficult category. Then a friend mentioned he had booked an enormous villa and they had plenty of…
View PostInns and cottages for a perfect staycation
One thing I adore about the UK is the plethora of great little inns and cottages on offer. If you want to get off the beaten track and find something a little different when it comes to luxury you’ll find it. The luxury of privacy, space and charming hosts. Here are a few…
View PostFlashback Friday Travel 37 – Devon and Cornwall
Every May half term when I was at primary school we would go to Dartmouth for a week – we stayed just on the waterfront near to the cannon and chain ferry and the house had a lovely window seat that I used to sit at for hours watching the world and reading…
View PostSelf catering luxury on the banks of Lough Swilly
I’m still congratulating myself on finding this property! It really was perfect for what we wanted! I am a big fan of fancy hotels and exemplary service, but the hotel offerings in the area didn’t seem right – certainly not as ‘local’ and rustic as they should be. And then we stumbled upon…
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