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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Guest Posts · September 12, 2023

How to enjoy the spooky season on your October half term holiday | AD

*This is a collaborative guest post

When the leaves turn orange and the air becomes crisper, you know it’s time to get spooky. 

It’s October time, and if you love Halloween, a holiday park resort can provide you with everything you need to have a ‘hauntingly’ good time!

Whether you decide to holiday in Cornwall, Wales, or Lincolnshire, in a caravan, lodge, or barn – here’s everything you need to know to enjoy the spooky season to the fullest.

Carry on reading to plan your October half term holidays UK in time for one of the best seasons!

Choose your location

The first step to prepare for spooky season is to choose the perfect location – are you looking for a lakeside retreat, woodland adventure, or something more coastal?

If you are looking to enjoy the spookiest of holidays, resorts in Lincolnshire and the New Forest, along with many others, host a range of fun activities during the entire month of October. This means you can celebrate Halloween for more than just a day! 

Expect to see the best Halloween decorations at many venues, and you can even decorate your own holiday home! Then, you can get ready to participate in themed activities, like pumpkin carving contests.

With plenty of opportunities to dress up to your heart’s content, which location will you be dressed up at this year?

Explore the local haunts

You could have everything you need to enjoy the spooky season at your chosen holiday park, but if you want to do some more exploring, various UK locations have plenty to cater for that time of year.

If you’re staying at a Welsh holiday park, Fonmon Castle hosts sell-out events during the October period. During the day you can meet various characters and take a photo with their ‘Ghostbusters’. Catering to children, you’ll find less-scary activities for them to try, along with live music and hot food and drinks – making for the perfect family day out.

Later on in the evening is the adult’s event if you want a real scare! Fonmon Castle’s popular Night Scare Trail is back and better than ever, but will you complete the Scare Run?

And with plenty of other local haunts across the UK, you’ll be sure to have the most spooktacular October half term…

Relax amidst the spookiness

Your October half term holiday will most likely be full of fun and frights, but when your days are busy with all of this entertainment, it’s always important to spare some time for relaxation.

Luckily, you’ll find some of the best accommodation options to ensure you can both enjoy the Halloween experience and take some time to unwind.

During the October season, you could cosy up with your holiday group’s favourite Halloween movie, along with hot chocolate and some homemade spooky treats. You could also sit around and tell ghost stories to really make the most of the spooky October season.

Cosy and spooky – what better combination?

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With plenty of things to keep everyone entertained this October half term, how and where will you be spending this spooky season?

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