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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Reviews, Toys, Games and Crafts · April 3, 2017

Ciao Bimba Doll Review | AD

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LP, like most children, absolutely loves dolls. Her very first doll she was given by her grandparents just before her baby brother was born and she looked after the doll as she watched me look after her brother – changing it’s nappy, feeding it, cuddling it.

Since then LP has adored dolls and has a growing collection of them but she lacked a doll that she could treasure for years to come, a doll built to last but also a doll that she could still cuddle at night, take on adventures and really love like the little doll friend it should be.

But, Ciao Bimba got in touch and offered to send LP one of their beautiful dolls. They were like nothing I had seen before, so well made with beautiful Liberty fabrics and with the finest detail on every part of them. They looked almost like china dolls but not fragile and purely to look at but dolls that could be played with and really enjoyed.

Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll

LP was able to choose which doll she would like from the whole range of Ciao Bimba dolls and, not surprisingly, she was drawn to the redheaded dolls – the ones that looked just like her. I loved that Ciao Bimba have dolls that look like everyone – different hair and skin colours as well as boy or girl dolls and even baby or toddler dolls. Whatever a child wants from a doll Ciao Bimba have one that would be perfect for them.

Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll

In the end LP chose Poppy, a Mini Doll with her very own little friend Pia who she carries around in a bag. The doll was beautiful online and I was sure that when Poppy arrived LP would love her just as much. When the doll arrived she was beautifully gift boxed and came with instructions on how to wash and care for her. Ciao Bimba have thought of everything to make sure that a child can enjoy one of their dolls for a lifetime.

Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll

LP adores Poppy. She has taken the top spot as far as toys are concerned as is now the first one to be picked up and taken on a day out, sleeping next to her in bed and being carried around the house with her whilst she plays. Having Poppy’s little friend Pia is an added bonus too – LP feels like she’s gained a whole family of dolls to play with and loves the fact they have bunches like she wears in her hair to school.

Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll
Review: Ciao Bimba Doll

The Ciao Bimba dolls are made of completely natural materials and have beautiful mohair fibres for their hair. Our Poppy doll has a shirt and shorts, a dress, shoes, a bag and even ribbons in her hair that are all made of natural fabrics and are all just so beautiful – from the edging on the dress to the bows on the shoes and the incredible detail on the hair ribbons. Poppy is an absolute work of art – one that LP can play with, love, cuddle and enjoy.

Review: Ciao Bimba Doll

If you are looking for a doll that will be loved and treasured for generations but played with too then Ciao Bimba is absolutely perfect.

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Comments

  1. Tracy Nixon says

    April 4, 2017 at 5:11 am

    Elisa looks so sweet!

    Reply
  2. Katie Skeoch says

    April 4, 2017 at 8:49 am

    Elisa is just lovely!

    Reply
  3. Lucy Carter says

    April 4, 2017 at 9:14 am

    We like Anouk

    Reply
  4. Claire Bayliss says

    April 4, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    Lilly is my favourite Ciao Bimba doll as she looks just like my little girl x

    Reply
  5. Jo Hutchinson says

    April 4, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    Laura is my favourite Ciao Bimba doll

    Reply
  6. stuart hargreaves says

    April 4, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    ANOUK

    Reply
  7. Pamela Gossage says

    April 4, 2017 at 8:29 pm

    my favourite is Anouk

    Reply
  8. PAULINE HILL says

    April 4, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    WE LOVE Laura

    Reply
  9. Elizabeth Hinds says

    April 4, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    Has to be Poppy as she’s a redhead just like my eldest 🙂

    Reply
  10. Sarah Mackay says

    April 4, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    Love the Nelly dolly.

    Reply
  11. Teresa Lee says

    April 4, 2017 at 11:55 pm

    My favourite is Anouk….Thanks

    Reply
  12. Sarah Lambert says

    April 5, 2017 at 2:14 pm

    I love Poppy she is so cute

    Reply
  13. Jo Carroll says

    April 5, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    Anouk is really pretty. x

    Reply
  14. Edward Guerreiro says

    April 6, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    I like Lizzy the most.

    Reply
  15. Solange says

    April 7, 2017 at 5:40 am

    Anouk.

    Reply
  16. Jules page says

    April 8, 2017 at 7:16 am

    Anouk is cute x

    Reply
  17. Sam R says

    April 8, 2017 at 12:14 pm

    Anouk x

    Reply
  18. Kim says

    April 9, 2017 at 7:01 am

    Love Maya

    Reply
  19. Victoria N says

    April 9, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    The Nelly doll

    Reply
  20. Jada says

    April 12, 2017 at 2:09 am

    I Love them all! I wish I could get these for my girls they remind me of the Jim Henson shows I watched as a child.

    Reply
  21. Margaret gallagher says

    April 12, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    Poppy is my favourite

    Reply
  22. Jenna Parrington says

    April 13, 2017 at 10:47 pm

    I’ve just had a look now and have fallen in love with them ALL! But it has to be Nelly! Would love to win one for my Ava!

    Reply
  23. Lynsey Buchanan says

    April 16, 2017 at 9:58 pm

    I like the Laura Doll.

    Reply
  24. Katy Malkin says

    April 18, 2017 at 9:19 pm

    My personal favourite is Lilly the classic doll

    Reply
  25. Rich Tyler says

    April 21, 2017 at 2:34 am

    Anouk

    Reply
  26. Andrew Hindley says

    April 24, 2017 at 11:07 pm

    Marie

    Reply
  27. Laura Nice says

    April 25, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    The Nelly dolly

    Reply
  28. Ema J Lowe says

    April 26, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    Mei, love her outfit finished of with a nice bright red coat.

    Reply
  29. Kim Neville says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:27 am

    I like Lilly

    Reply
  30. Becky. Cuddle Fairy says

    April 28, 2017 at 10:29 am

    My daughter would love one if these! Fingers crossed!! ❤️??

    Reply
  31. Amy Cope says

    April 28, 2017 at 3:28 pm

    I think I’d go with Lulu, she looks like she’s good at climbing trees!

    Reply

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