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!
  • Reviews
  • Recipes
    • Slow Cooker Fudge Recipes
    • Christmas Recipes
    • Easter Recipes
    • Slow Cooker Recipes
    • All Recipes
  • Travel
  • Blog
  • About
  • Featured In…
  • Work With Me/Contact
  • Reviews
  • Recipes
  • Travel

What the Redhead said

The Future's Bright, The Future's Ginger

  • Home
  • Blog
  • About
  • As Featured In…
  • Work with Me

Resolutions/Bucket List · August 24, 2017

40 Things Before I’m 40

Every year I write an annual bucket list of things I would love to try, tick off and achieve over the course of that year. But Hannah recently wrote a list of 40 things she’d like to do before she turns forty and she tagged me to share my own list.

40 Things Before I'm 40

I turn 33 next month so I have seven years to go before 40. I have never really had any big aims in life – just to be happy and healthy – so it’s nice to think of things I’d love to do in the next seven years. This list really made me think as there’s an infinite number of places to visit, foods to try, activities to attempt and fears to face but this list should focus on the most important, the ones I want to do as soon as possible and the things that I really think I’ll be able to tick off in that time frame.

So here is my 40 before 40:

  1. Get my teeth straightened
  2. Convert our loft – or move house
  3. Have a Michelin starred meal
  4. Have Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea at Sanderson
  5. Stay at Crazy Bear, Beaconsfield
  6. Do a Try-Dive Scubadive
  7. Go Snorkelling
  8. Go on holiday to somewhere in the Indian Ocean
  9. Go on holiday to the Caribbean
  10. Go on a cruise
  11. Go to Lapland
  12. Visit New York
  13. Go to Blackpool
  14. Run 5k
  15. Go parasailing
  16. Get fitted for a bra at Rigby & Peller – and buy fancy underwear whilst I’m at it!
  17. Get a cleaner
  18. Go camping
  19. Ride in a helicopter
  20. See Ed Sheeran in concert
  21. Watch all of the Top 100 Movies
  22. Go to a drive in or open air movie
  23. Ride in a hot air balloon
  24. Start a Limited Company
  25. Go offline for a whole weekend
  26. Get rid of my fear of water – being out of my depth
  27. Go on a barge
  28. Have a hair and makeup photoshoot
  29. Go for a Stylist appointment at a department store
  30. Read the Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe books
  31. Play Risk
  32. Teach the children Monopoly
  33. Stay somewhere with a hot tub
  34. Do GoApe – again
  35. Get my wedding and engagement rings resized
  36. Watch 24
  37. Go to Ireland
  38. Fly in an upgraded cabin class
  39. Do something amazing for our 10th anniversary
  40. Have a birthday party

I really enjoyed writing this list and hopefully I’ll be able to tick a good chunk of them off as the years go by – I’ll update you with my progress every so often!

In: Resolutions/Bucket List

You’ll Also Love

Happy New Year!Happy New Year!
Our Bucket List {2015}
How We Did With Our 2016 Bucket ListHow We Did With Our 2016 Bucket List

Comments

  1. Mim says

    August 24, 2017 at 7:20 am

    I need to do this but I only have 15 months to go til I’m 40!!! You need to add “go to Australia” on there 🙂 x x

    Reply
    • Donna Wishart says

      August 24, 2017 at 9:15 am

      I really do! Realistically though I don’t think we’ll afford it until retirement!! x

      Reply
  2. Plutonium Sox says

    August 24, 2017 at 8:25 am

    Fab list Donna, I’m sure you’ll manage most of these. Eek to more work on the house though!! I hope it goes to plan this time!
    Nat.x

    Reply
  3. Kim Carberry says

    August 24, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    That is a fantastic list….There is lots of things you have mentioned which I would like to do. I don’t think I could manage to go offline for a whole weekend though.
    I am 40 in just over 2 years. I think I am going to have write a post like this.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Next Post >

What do you Wear to Work? | AD

About Me
Hi everyone! I'm Donna. Mummy. Blogger. Social Media Manager. Traveller. Lover of stars, rainbows and gin. Firm believer that tea and cake can fix most things.

Sign up for Emails

looking for something?

Reader Favourites

Privacy Policy | Disclosure

Copyright © 2023 What the Redhead said · Theme by 17th Avenue