Tagged With: Family Travel

Lunch Box Essentials to Simplify Your Life, Save You Money and Change The World!

“Buy less, choose well, make it last” Vivienne Westwood Tried and tested lunch box essentials and zero waste choices for back to school families, conscious travellers and people on the go! In this article, you will find product reviews, convenient links, recipe suggestions and a crafty #DIY to help get you well on the way … Continue reading »

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My Madinat Jumeirah – An Eco Experience in Downtown Dubai

Madinat Jumeirah is committed to delivering experiences that protect and preserve the environment, biodiversity, culture and heritage of the UAE. Madinat Jumeirah  The extravagance, elegance and luxury that is Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai hits you the second you enter the long imposing driveway. Allow me to take you on a journey, to a place where … Continue reading »

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GoGet Car Share – Convenience without the Commitment

If you think you are too small to make a difference, try going to bed with a mosquito in the room. Anita Rodick ‘GoGet’ Car Share is designed for people who occasionally need the convenience of a vehicle, without the commitment of actually owning one. Australia’s first and largest national car sharing network, which provides flexibility … Continue reading »

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Christmas Fun in the UK: 3 Experiences the Whole Family will Enjoy

All the world is made of Faith and Trust and Pixie Dust Peter Pan Here are three experiences in the United Kingdom (UK) which our whole family enjoyed (including my Mum) and our children still reminisce about today. Is it too early to start talking about Christmas holidays  ❄️ 🌲 ✨ ? Ahhh, the art of family travel over Christmas … Continue reading »

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Family Road Trip to the Margaret River Region of Western Australia

“Don’t be concerned about reaching your destination. Enjoy the journey and the destination will take care of itself.” unknown How does this sound – lazy afternoons on the Margaret River wine trail, happily sampling a drop or two chosen by the friendly wine connoisseur at the cellar door, while admiring the spectacular Autumn colours covering … Continue reading »

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A Paris Itinerary – 6 Fun Filled Days With Kids

 “Paris is always a good idea.” Audrey Hepburn This article is not only full of wistful Paris imagery but also informative links, useful tips, practical advice and a couple of #hiddengems. The perfect six day itinerary for families travelling to Europe and visiting the French Capital. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine my … Continue reading »

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3 Refreshingly Raw and Real Cafe/Restaurants in Fremantle

You are what you eat. So don’t be fast, cheap, easy or fake. Unknown Here are my top three choices in and around the community of Fremantle (Freo) where you can go to nourish your body with refreshingly raw and real foods which leave you feeling a whole lot happier, contented and relaxed. Places where health-conscious parents … Continue reading »

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Masdar City Sustainability Festival

It Starts With You Masdar City Each January residents of and visitors to the UAE are invited to Masdar City, one of the world’s most sustainable eco-cities, as the doors opened for its annual two-day sustainability street festival. The free family festival is organised with the intention to provide a fun range of interactive activities, street stalls … Continue reading »

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Desert, Souks and a​ Unesco Oasis – Family Road Trip to Al Ain

“Not all those who wander are lost.”  J.R.R. Tolkien Time to visit Al Ain, the fourth largest city in the UAE and one of the world’s oldest permanently inhabited settlements. The anticipation of desert landscapes, shopping in local souks and perhaps even seeing some camels are what has teased us away from the cosmopolitan city … Continue reading »

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White Winter in Wanaka

“The best way of learning about anything is by doing” Richard Branson As cliche as it sounds Wanaka, in New Zealand, really is the most welcoming and picturesque destination. The town is perfectly positioned overlooking a stunning alpine lake and is shadowed only by the majestic mountains surrounding it. It may be smaller in size … Continue reading »

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Sculptures By The Sea – A Gallery Of Images

 “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder…” unknown There are 70 local, interstate and international artists presenting their work in this ‘sculpture park’ which, according to the Sculptures By The Sea website, makes this “one of the world’s largest free to the public events”. We joined hundreds of people wandering around enjoying the art with … Continue reading »

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Queenstown is Open for ‘Snow’ Business #2 ‘Honey We’re Here – Where Do We Start?’

A family tradition is a family tradition and so it felt completely natural to book our very first holiday to Queenstown (back in 2009) with Cousins. What was completely random was unexpectedly running into original members of ‘The Red Brigade’ at the NZSKI Snow Centre, while we were organising our lift passes. One of the … Continue reading »

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