I always have a lot of questions about accommodati I always have a lot of questions about accommodation when we stay anywhere as a family so I thought I’d share this little tour of our room at @windjammerlanding which was a pretty perfect place to stay.

It’s the ‘Ocean View Two Bedroom’ which was like a little house, with an upstairs and downstairs, built into the hillside. Both rooms had outdoor space and their own shower rooms. Such a great option for a family.
A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. We’ve been back a few days now but still miss the heat, the food, the pool, the constant sounds of wildlife and the lovely people. It was such a great holiday and I’m sure we’ll be back one day.
And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is watching her grow and what a wonderful young woman she is becoming. We could not be more proud. Love you Pickle, have a great birthday.
We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in S We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in St Lucia staying at @windjammerlanding and it was just the holiday we needed. Two weeks of sunshine and relaxation in what must be one of the most beautiful islands in the world. 

We can’t wait to go back again in the future. Here’s just a little snippet of our trip.
AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @na AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @national_motor_museum despite the rain! The children loved the Little Beaulieu play area and we loved exploring the National Motor Museum and Top Gear exhibit before having a ride on the monorail! We went on an old open topped bus, explored the Beaulieu Manor House and loved the gardens. 
Beaulieu is always a great day out - whatever the weather. This summer they have a whole ‘Summer of Fun’ planned, with activities most days - parades, bird shows and hundreds of sculptures within the grounds too. If you’re looking for a day out this summer definitely think about heading to Beaulieu.
AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to t AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to their first concert - but it was so much more than just a concert! @abbavoyage is incredible. With CGI ABBA and a live band, it’s like being at an ABBA concert 40 years ago but with modern lighting, effects and sound. ABBA look and sound real, it’s a mind blowing experience.
The set includes all the songs you know and love as well as a few less familiar ones.
You can’t take photos during the show which actually made a refreshing change. A whole arena focused purely on the show and soaking up the moment. It’s definitely something the four of us will always remember.
Now, I’m off to sing Dancing Queen all the way home.
AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdo AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdockyard today. They have a fantastic Ultimate Explorer ticket that lets you visit all the attractions as many times as you like for 12 months - and after a day at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard we can see that you need more than one day to really do everything!

We explored HMS Warrior, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition - which is incredible! We also saw where ships are built and restored and spent time in Action Stations where the kids climbed and did an assault course.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is such a fun, educational day out with something for all ages - we can’t wait to go on their harbour tours next time we visit!
AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To cel AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To celebrate #100YearOfARoads National Highways have launched their #ARoadsToSummer competition! It's all about celebrating summer holiday moments, time together, fun in the sun, days out and more.

So why not be in it to win it? To enter, all you have to do is send @nationalhways a DM on here with a photo or video of your favourite holiday moments. You can also comment on their Facebook or Twitter #ARoadsToSummer posts with your holiday photos. I've shared a few of our favourite photos to give you some inspiration.

The best six entries will each win a £500 @nationaltrust holidays voucher! SO what are you waiting for? Dig out your favourite holiday photos or take some new ones to share!

The #ARoadsToSummer competition runs from 24 July to 10 September 2023. Winners will be announced in September 2023.

Good luck!
Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. As school draws to a close at lunchtime, I’m looking forward to a whole summer with them. My favourite people.

They’ve both had a great year at school this year. Troy’s first without his sister by his side and Athena’s first at secondary school. 

They both had great reports, always did their best and have made some really lovely new friends this year. I could not be more proud of them.

Now, let’s go and enjoy the next six weeks before school starts all over again!
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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Florida, Reviews, Travel · October 16, 2018

10 Things to do in and around Orlando with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

When we went to Florida we stayed in a villa as we knew we didn’t just want to do the Walt Disney World parks – we wanted to see more of what Florida had to offer and venture a little further afield as well as having a break from the Disney bubble and Disney World Resort. So, if you’re looking to do the same, here are a few ideas of things to do in Orlando with kids and a little further afield too.

Fun Things to do when visiting with Kids

ICON Orlando 360

Previously the Coca Cola Orlando Eye, ICON Orlando 360 is very much like the London Eye but with cable car style pods. It gives great views of Orlando and the surrounding area and we had fun spotting all the places we had already been to or were yet to visit. It’s set in a great complex of shops and restaurants making it a great family friendly day out nd a real kids Orlando highlight too.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds Orlando is part of the ICON Orlando 360 complex and tickets can be bought as a package with to all the attractions, making it a great value day out. Many of the models are American (and not familiar to us) but the children still loved learning more about them and posing with them as well as plenty of familiar faces like Audrey Hepburn, Brad Pitt, Madonna and Jennifer Lopez.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Sea Life Orlando

The Sea Life Orlando Aquarium is another part of the ICON Orlando 360 complex on International Drive which you can also get package tickets to. It’s much like any other sea life centre but it has a completely glass tunnel to walk through – complete with glass floor – and also a small soft play which the children loved burning a little energy off in.

You can read more about how we spent a day at Icon Park Orlando, visiting Madame Tussauds, the ICON Orlando 360 and Sea Life Orlando here.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Old Town Kissimmee

A trip to Old Town Kissimmee gives you a real taste of Kissimmee from days gone by. It feels like stepping into another era and has a great mix of shops and restaurants as well as a beautiful Ferris Wheel which is worth a trip on. The ferris wheel is actually part of Fun Spot America, right next door to Old Town, and if you want a full day out you can get day passes for Fun Spot which let you go on the rides as much as you like for a day. It’s like a traditional fun fair brought into the modern times and has so many rides that I know children would love.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Legoland Florida

We had such a great day at Legoland Florida and were surprised by how quiet it was. There were so many rides, awesome shows and Lego models that it really is a full day out and we could have easily spent two days there without getting bored. They also have water parks that you can pay an additional fee to visit.

You can read more about our Legoland Florida adventures here.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

SeaWorld

Before going to SeaWorld I thought it would just be animal shows but it really is a theme park in it’s own right. It has amazing rides – including some of the state’s biggest rollercoasters – great shows and lots of animal talks and feeding times. SeaWorld is a really full day out.

You can find out more about everything SeaWorld has to offer families here.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Discovery Cove

Discovery Cove is a great day to either do experiences that you wouldn’t do otherwise – swimming with dolphins or sharks and the SeaVoyager Trek. But, you can go and just access the day resort too. With beautiful beaches, tropical surroundings and so many different areas to explore both adults children will love it. Even toddlers would have a great time! There’s a river to swim along, otters and sharks to see through glass screens under water and a whole reef to snorkel around as well as food and drink on tap. It’s a real Orlando kids highlight!

You can read more about our time at Discovery Cove here.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Airboat Ride

An Airboat Ride is something so different but so popular in Florida – and something the whole family will love. It lets you see such a different side of Florida, so much beautiful landscape and so much wildlife in its natural habitat too from birds and cattle to alligators and snakes. Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures is somewhere I always hear recommended.

You can read more about our airboat ride – and watch a little video too – here.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Kennedy Space Center

The Kennedy Space Center is a must see on any Florida holiday. There are itineraries you can follow if you have children under ten or over ten in your group and you get to see so many space rockets and shuttles up close – including Saturn V and Atlantis.

You can find out more about our incredible day at Kennedy Space Center here.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

Gatorland

Somewhere we didn’t make it to but I know has rave reviews is Gatorland. It’s the alligator capital of the world and has alligators and crocodiles of all sizes, from babies to 14-foot monsters and even rare white alligators. But, Gatorland is more than just a gator park. They have a free-flight aviary, petting zoo, animal shows, zip line and an Off-Road Adventure. It’s on our list to go to next time!

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

So there you have all of our top things to do in Orlando for families besides theme parks. We’re going back in a while and have so many more Orlando attractions to tick off – Let us know if you have any other ideas for fun things to do in Orlando too.

10 Things to do in Florida with Kids {Aside from Disney and Universal}

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