How to plan a two-day trip to Jersey

A few years ago I took both of the kids to Guernsey in the Channel Islands and it was one the best family trips we have done together with it being an easy destination to reach from the UK. We took the ferry to Guernsey as it meant we could explore the whole of the island easily but you can also fly to the Channel Islands which also makes it a great weekend break option.  We are now planning to go back but this time we are heading to Jersey, I have been putting together an itinerary and travel plans and wanted to share this as the Channel Islands is a great option for a variety of reasons. So do you want to book a weekend break that’s close to home but offers beautiful beaches, historic sites and great food? Then I hope this post will inspire you  book a trip to Jersey . As mentioned, it’s part of the Channel Islands and sits between England and France, making it a great choice if you’re keen to book a break without travelling far from the UK and also if you are looking for a......

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The Modern Family Home: Finding a Space That Grows With You

For a family, there is no place more important than the home. You need to choose or design a home that suits your family’s preferences and needs both now and in the future, but this is easier said than done. With this in mind, this post will show you how to find a space that grows with your family over time. Interested? Keep reading to find out more. Embracing Flexible Layouts First, you want to embrace flexible layouts. Open-plan designs and multipurpose spaces can easily be reconfigured, which allows you to adjust your home as your kids grow up and your needs change. New build homes are ideal for this , as you can benefit from flexible layouts that allow you to change your space, such as turning a playroom into a home office as your kids get older. Prioritising Energy Efficiency Energy-efficiency is another important consideration when it comes to choosing a new home. This is so that you can make long-term savings while also reducing your impact on the planet. Energy efficient featu......

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Hyatt Regency London Stratford Hotel Review

Stratford, the perfect base for a weekend family break in London. This East London town which has been transformed from a once industrial area is now packed with bars, shops and parks and is one of London's most vibrant and well-connected areas.  I've travelled to London many times with my boys and there are a few things that always ensure a calmer and less stressful break in the big smoke, one main one being the location of the hotel and despite Hyatt Regency London Stratford not being in zone 1 it makes for the perfect location for families.  Arriving in to Paddington it's a quick 18mins direct underground trip along the Elizabeth to Stratford and even less from Stratford to Tottencourt Rd in the heart of central London. Stratford is not only well connected to central London via underground, train and bus but also to Canary Wharf and Greenwich via the DLR and we found Stratford an easier location to reach than more obvious ones in the city. The Hyatt Regency is only a sh......

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Try a Different Holiday & Book at a Family Wellness Spa in Thailand

If you are looking for a family-friendly holiday with a difference, I think I’ve found the perfect solution, a family-friendly holiday in a tropical paradise at a premium wellness spa. Yes that's right, a wellness spa that caters for families, which means you get to have the best of both worlds, a holiday that everyone can enjoy but also with elements of relaxation and time to focus on your wellbeing.  Amatara in Phuket, Thailand has it all and here's why Holistic treatments Holistic medicine kickstarts the body’s immune system, with treatments for stress management, insomnia and rebalancing energy to name a few. When you book your stay, a team of holistic health professionals are at hand to help you plan the perfect stay; you are assigned a mentor whose job it is to liaise with you to plan your stay at the wellness resort. Sporting activities and Physiotherapy The whole family can enjoy working with a top physio when you stay at the best family wellness spa in the world , alon......

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