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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London, Travel · October 5, 2016

Airport Parking: London Heathrow Parking Options

I am now a bit of a seasoned traveller when it comes to passing through Heathrow for blogging events, girly weekends away and family holidays. But one thing any excursion has in common is that I always use airport parking at Heathrow whenever I fly as, for me, it’s the easiest way to get to the airport and so convenient when I return too.

Airport Parking Options at London Heathrow

So here are some Heathrow Airport parking options for you to consider next time you’re jetting off anywhere:

Short Stay Parking

Airport parking at Heathrow’s short stay car parks are located next to each of the airport terminals, making it the perfect place to park when picking someone up if you’re going into arrivals and not just driving by to pick them up.

Airport Parking Options at London Heathrow

Long Stay Parking

Each London Heathrow airport terminal has its own long stay parking which can be easily booked online before you travel. With this option you drive into a large open air car park, park your car and then wait for a bus to come along to transport you to the relevant terminal.

The buses arrive every ten minutes and take anything from three minutes up to 18 minutes to get to the terminal – depending on how busy it is when you’re travelling. When you arrive home you just wait at the appropriate bus stop and a bus will come along, usually after just a short wait.

Airport parking at Heathrow also has a business long stay parking option which is more expensive but located closer to the terminal, with more frequent buses and a shorter journey time.

Meet and Greet Parking

With meet and greet airport parking at Heathrow you follow signs to the special area in the short stay car park where you park, hand over your keys to a member of staff and walk straight into the airport terminal next door. When you arrive home your car is there ready and waiting for you.

This couldn’t be easier and is such a great service but it does cost more than long stay parking – but often less than Heathrow business parking so definitely an option to consider if you’re travelling for business – or pleasure.

POD Parking

The last time I travelled through Heathrow I used the POD parking service. Only available at Terminal 5, the POD parking starts off the same as the long stay option – parking in a large open air car park. But from there, you hop into a little driver-less pod which takes you to the terminal in just four minutes. The pods arrive every minute – literally – and carry six people and luggage although six people would be quite a squeeze, unless you were a family travelling together.

Airport Parking Options at London Heathrow

This was such a great way to get to the airport and, for the weekend I was away, cost just a couple of pounds more than standard long stay parking but saved me so much time in bus transfers.

There are also Heathrow Valet Parking at the airport and Meet and Greet airport car parking options at Heathrow that we haven’t had experience of yet. It would be great to hear about your own experiences.

Hotel Parking

Many Heathrow airport hotels offer stay, park and fly packages so you can stay over the night before and then fly off on holiday after a short airport transfer from the hotel – usually included in the package. This is definitely worth considering if you live far from the airport or are travelling at unsociable hours.

It goes without saying that Heathrow is also incredibly accessible by public transport – so always think if you can save yourself money, and do your bit for the environment too – and leave your car at home. If you’re travelling soon – have a safe journey and I hope you have an amazing time – happy holidays!

Airport Parking Options at London Heathrow

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Comments

  1. Natalie Ray says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:16 am

    I loved the meet and greet parking when I flew in August, I’d definitely go with that option in the future it was so convenient.
    Nat.x

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  2. Sarah says

    October 5, 2016 at 11:18 am

    Those POD things look ace – space age! Waiting for the bus at airport car parks is always such a pain so they look like a great idea!

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  3. Donna Wishart says

    October 5, 2016 at 1:53 pm

    That’s so cute! x

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  4. Laura - dear bear and beany says

    October 5, 2016 at 10:44 pm

    Those pods look fab! Not seen them before, I would definitely use them if we go from terminal 5. I’m all about saving time X

    Reply

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