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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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · June 2, 2018

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

Disclosure: We have been gifted Merlin Annual Passes for the year however all opinions are my own.

We have loved Legoland for years – since our very first visit – and as we are just 10 miles away we visit as often as we can. But, because we visit so often, I don’t often think to write about it. This half term though, we had such a lovely day out, using our Merlin Annual Passes, that I really just wanted to document it.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

I took the children to Legoland on Friday and it was such a nice day out. We arrived just after the park opened and we were kitted out for all weather – as the forecast was so iffy – but the sun came out and we ended up with a day full of sunshine and smiles.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

We have got into a nice routine with the rides at Legoland. We know which rides the children are tall enough for and we know which ones the children can go on together and which ones all three of us can ride at the same time – skipping any where I have to ride with each child just to make the day smoother.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

The children wanted to go to Miniland first – to look at all the Lego creations. They love guessing which country they are in as they walk past windmills and mountains, funfairs and rockets. It’s a child’s dream seeing the whole world at their feet and LP and Little Man would happily spend all day in Miniland if they could. Plus, there are Lego models dotted around the park that the children love to pose with as well.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

We then went to Duplo Valley where we went on the Fairytale Brook boat ride and the Duplo Train – two of the children’s absolute favourite rides. Duplo Valley is such a nice space to spend time – bright and colourful, with toilets, a big play area and food outlets. It’s somewhere you could spend a really good chunk of the day with young children.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

After Duplo Valley the children love to learn to drive. They get their own electric Lego cars and after a short briefing they get to do a few laps of the track. It’s always a highlight of the day for them – although LP is getting a bit big and needs to go to the proper driving school soon – but Little Man isn’t quite big enough for that one yet!

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

It was then time for lunch so we sat down to watch the pirate show – a highlight of any Legoland visit – and ate the picnic we’d packed. We love taking a picnic to theme parks as it means we can eat as we walk around – and the children can graze in the ride queues too. This time we also packed Yazoo No Added Sugar to drink which the children really enjoyed.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters
A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

We’re working with Yazoo this year as Shake Testers, trying out their shakes both at home and away, seeing how well they fit into our day to day family lives. Yazoo is actually the perfect drink for a day out as it doesn’t need to be refrigerated and it comes with a straw, making it easy to drink too.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

Yazoo No Added Sugar comes in three flavours – Strawberry, Banana and Chocolate – and is sweetened naturally, with no sweeteners added either. It’s full of flavour and the children love it as much as a traditional milkshake – yet it’s a great, healthier alternative. I might have enjoyed a chocolate Yazoo during our day out too!

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

After lunch we went on Atlantis, a Lego submarine that takes you underwater, showing you both real and Lego sea life during the journey. It really is our favourite kind of aquarium – where we get to see fish and sharks in such an exciting environment and it’s such a different ride to anything else the children have been on.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

The last ride we went on was the swinging chairs ride – such a simple ride but one the children love. We would have stayed to go on more rides but the children were so tired and just wanted to go home. Instead, we headed back to Duplo Valley and used the last of the children’s energy in the play park.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

We had such a lovely day and I know we’ll be back at Legoland really soon – it’s the children’s happy place and I know how much fun they have each timer we go – plus, it’s such an easy day out. You really can’t beat Legoland for family fun.

A Half Term Visit to Legoland #ShakeTesters

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Comments

  1. eilidh cross says

    June 2, 2018 at 9:15 pm

    Looks like so much fun id love a visit to legoland even as a grown up !

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  2. The Pramshed says

    June 2, 2018 at 9:34 pm

    This looks like a fab day out and my little one would love Duplo Valley too! Claire x

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  3. Claire @ The Ladybirds adventures adventures blog says

    June 3, 2018 at 11:41 am

    We love LEGOLAND and wish we lived closer. The shakes sound great for keeping in your bag for days out. love the fact they have no added sugar.

    Reply
  4. Claire Toplis says

    June 7, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    It’s a brilliant place , only wish my son was still small enough!

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