Ikos Aria, Kos

After hearing so many amazing things about Ikos resorts, we paid a visit to the newest resort Ikos Aria in Kos during October half term.. Here’s what we thought. Our children now have a two week half-term holiday in October, so we thought it provided the perfect opportunity to go…

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Planning for unexpected financial costs when you …

Not all unexpected events are negative ones, generally, the big ones that affect your financial future can have some negative surprises. Having the possibility of unexpected financial hardship when you have a family can leave you feeling anxious, you may need to rethink about how you manage your finances and…

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Travelling with children: the things you need …

When it comes to travelling with children, you want to make sure that they not only have a good time, but they learn as much as possible about the world around them. With an ever-increasing reliance on technology, getting out and about and experiencing the real world with their own…

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Six things you can do for your …

There is no time in your child’s life more bittersweet than the time for them to fly the nest. You’ve raised them for this particular part of life, but that doesn’t make it easier. Any parent feels both joy and sadness that their child is mature enough, ready enough to…

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How to travel with a big family

Travel can be an absolute nightmare when you have a particularly large family, as taking an airplane to your destination is generally an extremely expensive venture that you may not be able to afford, and the general stress of having to look after so many people in a new environment…

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How to show your children the magic …

One of the most beautiful gifts we can give to ourselves is the gift of travel. Travel can offer so much more than most people realise and is often overlooked for its educational benefits. Travel can offer insights into the culture and be an eye-opening experience for anybody. With travel…

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Winter fitness advice

If you’re exercising or hoping to become fitter during the winter period, you’ll need dedication. Not only is it difficult to maintain a healthy weight when completely surrounded by beautiful foods and festive baked goods, but due to the busy social calendar, finding the time to do this can be…

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5 ways to save money when buying your …

If you’re thinking of buying a new car but you’re unsure where to begin when it comes to saving money the don’t worry, you have definitely come to the right place. Although it may feel as though it’s impossible to save money whilst buying a new car, there are lots…

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Life lately

I’ve been a bit rubbish on the blogging front the past couple of months. The start of a new school year always seems to be so manic, that I’ve just struggled to fit in a bit of time for blogging. I thought it’s probably worth sharing a bit of an…

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Laser Battles at Intu Derby

We were recently invited to try out the Laser Battles experience at Intu Derby, here’s how we got on. Laser Battles at Intu Derby is a high-energy game that allows players to zap their friends in a dark maze, while ducking and diving behind neon and glow-in-the-dark obstacles. The experience…

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Don’t let your destination wedding fly …

If you love to travel, the idea of a wedding abroad can be tempting. Whether you’re tying the knot for the first time or simply renewing your vows in your family’s favourite destination, this could lead to a day you’ll never forget. We’re talking weddings on the beach, cocktails at…

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