And just like that, Christmas is here! Our tree is And just like that, Christmas is here! Our tree is up, the Santa hats are out and the first doors on our advent calendars are open.

I love this time of year. It is my favourite. And it’s one of the few times still full of magic even as an adult. I’m going to be soaking up every minute of joy the next few weeks bring and I hope December is full of moments of joy for you too.

Happy December! 🎄
AD | Christmas has arrived at @thelexiconbracknell AD | Christmas has arrived at @thelexiconbracknell and there’s so much to entertain the whole family whilst you do your Christmas shopping! 

Visit The Lexicon Glow Room for a magical light experience that will dazzle you with 20,000 LEDs. It feels like the room goes on forever! Then, take a dip in the Light Pool, a magical ball pool with golden balls to be found and prizes to be won!

If that wasn’t all, have a photo in the giant Christmas bauble ‘sparkling selfie station’ and follow the Twinkle Trail, spotting baubles in shop windows to collect the clues and enter to win fabulous prizes this Christmas. Plus, share your sparkling selfie station pictures, tagging #thelexiconbracknell or email them to marketing@thelexiconbracknell.com and you will automatically be entered in a competition for the chance to win a restaurant gift card too. 

There are also special performances from local choirs, bands and singers and even the chance to meet Bluey, Hey Duggee and Chase from Paw Patrol! You can be sure that a trip to The Lexicon will have something for everyone over the festive season this year. We loved our visit to The Lexicon last weekend and know we’ll be back again before Christmas!

Find out more on @thelexiconbracknell website.

#TheLexiconBracknell #Merry&Bright
AD - Press Trip | What a lovely evening that was! AD - Press Trip | What a lovely evening that was! We had our first Glow Marwell experience tonight - and we loved it. It may even be the best light trail we have been to.

We spent well over two hours at @marwellzoo, enjoying the light installations, indulging in the food stalls and cafe, toasting marshmallows and even meeting Father Christmas! 

Glow Marwell was such a nice way to kick off the festive season - and it’s on all the way through December! If you’re looking for a really nice festive activity the whole family can enjoy, this could definitely be it!
AD | Are you looking for gifts for the grandparent AD | Are you looking for gifts for the grandparents this year? @famileo_uk is a wonderful gift, giving the recipient a personalised gazette of family news regularly throughout the year - and it costs from just £5.99 a month. 

Multiple family members can use the same subscription, all posting messages to be added to one gazette - and sharing the cost of the subscription too! It’s great for parents, siblings and children to all share their news with grandparents each week, fortnight or month. 

We’ve been sending my dad Family gazettes for a while now and he absolutely loves them. It means we tell him all the little things that are happening and not just the big news you remember to mention in phone calls. The children get to upload their own messages to their grandad and it’s definitely made them feel closer, building a stronger relationship despite living far apart.

Find out more about Family over on the blog - link in bio - and buy a subscription for your nearest and dearest this Christmas. It’s a gift they will definitely love to receive.
Two weeks of Fred & George! I won’t be doing the Two weeks of Fred & George! I won’t be doing these updates every week but I like having somewhere to put all these photos!

They’re now three months old, super loving and happy, making biscuits and purring constantly.

They stay in ‘their’ room overnight but explore the house during the day, getting more confident as time passes. They even got to the point of relaxing on the sofa with us last night.

Fred & George are now very much part of our family and I can’t imagine them not being there now - even at 7am when they’re miaowing at the door for breakfast!
AD | Stuck for screen-free entertainment that your AD | Stuck for screen-free entertainment that your kids will love? Claim your FREE Banjo Robinson activity pack today!
 
Reading for pleasure is a key indicator of a child’s future success, but if your child doesn’t love to read, what can you do? We know it’s not always easy keeping kids entertained and away from screens, so we’ve partnered with the award-winning @banjorobinson to gift you a FREE activity pack, worth £9.99.

Here’s a little look at the Banjo Robinson subscription - Troy loves it! Travelling to world with Banjo is so much fun! You can read our full review over on the blog and claim your free activity pack too - link in profile.
A whole week of Fred & George. We weren’t meant A whole week of Fred & George.

We weren’t meant to get more cats just yet but sometimes the universe sends you things when you don’t expect them.

These little guys needed a home and a family to love them. And we had a home and a lot of love to give. We still miss Leia but this pair are definitely helping make me feel whole again.

They are both used to us now, and love us. They’re less nervous, give us cuddles and let us pick them up. They’re still living in our spare room but starting to explore the rest of the house under supervision. 

They play fight constant. Love toys, especially a crinkly feather thing on a string attached to a stick, and love being up high. They are an awesome pair and we are so glad to have them.

Thank you @millbrook_rspca @rspca_official for trusting us with ‘Lonestar and Starfish’. We could not love them more. 

#catsofinstagram #catstagram #catsofig #catsofinsta #catlovers #adoptdontshop #rspcarescuecat #kittensofinstagram #kittens_of_instagram
[AD - Press Trip] I’ve just finished writing abo [AD - Press Trip] I’ve just finished writing about our half term break at @pottersresort and it’s over on the blog if you want to go have a read.

I wanted to put some of my favourite photos on the grid too as the kids did so many fun activities - they had THE best time. 

Giant swing, segways, climbing, archery, laser clays… there was so much to do that we couldn’t fit it all in - we need another trip!
And there ends our October half term - well, apart And there ends our October half term - well, apart from Troy who has a bonus week off!

This half term has been pretty lovely. Troy had his school residential the first weekend and then we had a really lovely few days in Norfolk before heading home and picking up two new members of our family - Fred and George. 11 week old rescue kittens who have pretty much stolen our hearts.

It’s been so nice to have a chunk of quality time with this pair and now I’m looking forward to the Christmas holidays. These two are the best company and I really do live for the school holidays. 

How has your half term been?
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Family-Friendly Holiday Destinations Around the World | AD

*This is a collaborative guest post

A family friendly holiday destination is a big ask. Entertainment for the kids, relaxation for Mum and Dad and food to keep everyone happy. Fortunately, we’ve put together this list of fail-safe family holidays that will create memories to last a lifetime.

Sri Lanka offers the adventurous family more once in a lifetime experiences than you can pack into two weeks. Your nature-lovers will be tracking leopards in the jungle, washing elephants and hiking through rice fields. Whilst your little historians could be exploring 2000-year-old ruins and exploring ancient cities. For the adrenalin junkies, Sri Lanka has some of the best surf in the world. And after all that adventure, well there are some spectacular beaches for the whole family to relax on. With something for everybody, an adventure through Sri Lanka will definitely be a hit with your brood.

If your child has a sweet tooth, and let’s face it, what kid doesn’t, look no further than Belgium for your next family holiday. The home of chocolate and waffles, your kids will be in their element. Family-friendly Ghent is the perfect base for your Belgian adventure. Compact, and with a pedestrianised centre full of fascinating museums and architecture, the city is the ideal place to lose a few days. With lots of parks and beaches seemingly designed to allow your kids to let off steam, whilst you relax with a glass of something chilled and delicious.

When you’re after some sun, a Greek island is often top of mind. Crete is the perfect choice for families as it’s small, quiet and won’t blow the budget. The island is home to some incredible ruins, impressive mountains and of course miles of gorgeous coastline. Enjoy cycling adventures, kayaking, or simply playing on the beach. The best part is, with your own private villa and pool, you needn’t leave the house for entertainment. You can be kicking back over a barbecued dinner whilst the kids play in the water. What could be more relaxing?

For budding artists, Barcelona is the perfect family holiday destination. Your kids will be amazed by the incredible architecture and world-famous art in the city. With their creative juices flowing, hop on a city tour bus to take in the sights without tiring out little legs. Beach days are a must in Barcelona, with stunning sands just a short journey from the city, pack the bathing suits and suncream and enjoy some time in the sun. And don’t miss a day at Tibidabo theme park. With roller coasters and rides for kids atop a hill offering panoramic views back down to the city, this is sure to be an unforgettable day.

New York has the power to spark any imagination, a few days in the city will be something your kids remember forever. Family-friendly activities abound, begin your trip by heading to the Rockefeller Center for the best views of Manhattan. Next drop into Central Park and run off some steam exploring this sprawling open space. A trip on the Staten Island Ferry is one of the most iconic New York adventures, your kids are sure to love it. By night, take in a Broadway show for an unforgettable evening of high-class entertainment. 

Holidaying with kids needn’t be a nightmare, book these family-friendly destinations and relax safe in the knowledge that everyone’s fun is taken care of.

Family-Friendly Holiday Destinations Around the World

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