AD - Press Trip | I had such a great weekend at @p AD - Press Trip | I had such a great weekend at @pottersresortsfivelakes with @slwilson84. It was an action packed three nights with a full activity and entertainment programme, great food, lovely drinks and beautiful surroundings. 

The staff go above and beyond to make everyone feel at home and they ensure that everyone has the best time possible. I don’t think I stopped smiling all weekend.

The best thing about Potters holidays is that everything is included in the price you pay. Four meals a day, all your drinks - including wine, Prosecco, most spirits and soft drinks - great accommodation and so many activities. 

I’ll write a full review soon but for now here’s a little Reel of our weekend
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!
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Travel · April 25, 2016

6 Beautiful Holiday Hot Spots You Won’t Believe are in the UK | AD

*This is a collaborative guest post

If you’re looking for a gorgeous location for your holiday this year there’s no need to book a budget flight and leave the country – the UK has plenty to offer whether you’re hoping to escape for the weekend with the one you love or have been searching for family holidays. Here are six, stunning UK hot spots you won’t believe are located in Britain:

1. Pistyll Rhaeadr, Wales

Of course, a location in Wales was going on to be on the list, as the country is renowned for its stunning countryside and breathtaking scenery. If you can’t make it to Niagra Falls then the next best thing is Pistyll Rhaeadr, an enchanting waterfall in the Berwyn Mountains and the tallest single drop waterfall in the UK. There’s a bed and breakfast and a cafe located nearby, so you can spend a couple of days really exploring the area with delicious home cooked meals and a warm bed to look forward to afterwards.

2. The Saddle via Forcan Ridge, NW Highlands

If you fancy feeling like you’re in Middle Earth making the trip to Mordor, then this is the perfect destination. The views are simply breathtaking as you scramble over the Highlands – it’s a route best left to the experienced climbers and scramblers and ideally undertaken in the summer months – and can look out over the Five Sisters of Kintail and even far out to sea.

3. Porthcurno, Cornwall

Visit Cornwall and you might wonder if you’re still in the UK at all as palm trees line the streets and warm temperatures remind you of Spanish getaways. Steer clear of the usual tourist traps and pay a visit to Porthcurno beach, which is based three miles from Lands End and is as close to a tropical beach as you can come by in this country. With golden sand, stunning cliffs and turquoise water to swim in it’s a stunning location, perfect for those who haven’t managed to get away somewhere abroad this year.

4. Cranbrook, Kent

If you’re looking for a whimsical location to visit, then Cranbrook should be on your list. With its pretty windmill overlooking the town and quaint Medieval streets you might feel like you’ve been transported to Holland. It’s a lovely holiday destination if you fancy some peace and quiet and brushing up on your history as the area features numerous museums and gardens to explore.

5. Tresco Abbey Gardens, Isles of Scilly

A little patch of paradise, in the Southwestern tip of Britain, Tresco Abbey Gardens is a hot spot for tourists and a perfect location for those who love botanics. It features exotic plant life – the gardens are home to 20,000 plant species from 80 different countries – the ruins of historical monuments and shipwrecked items in the Valhalla Museum. Outside the Abbey Gardens, you’ll discover Tresco itself is a stunning location with gorgeous views of the sea, sunshine and strong breezes from the Atlantic Ocean.

6. Penshaw Monument, Sunderland

As you approach Penshaw Monument your mind will instantly think of towering coliseums and temples located in Italy and Greece. However, the 70ft landmark was built in 1844 in memory of the first Earl of Durham and is perfect if you’re looking to spend some time away from it all on your holiday as you can enter the building and look out over the stunning scenery – there’s even a spiral staircase that leads to the roof to allow a better view. Penshaw Wood is also located nearby, which is great for family walks.

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Comments

  1. Lindsay @ Newcastle Family Life says

    April 25, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    Do you know I pass that monument all the time when we go on days out and I have never actual visited or had any idea what it was! xx

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    • Donna Wishart says

      April 25, 2016 at 8:38 pm

      That made me laugh! x

      Reply
  2. Plutonium Sox says

    April 26, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    Some fabulous holiday ideas. The isles of Scilly are firmly on my list of places to visit!
    Nat.x

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