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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Reviews, Toys, Games and Crafts · October 20, 2020

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter #DarkArtsMonth

Disclosure: We were sent the featured products for the purpose of this post however all opinions are my own.

LP and Little Man were so excited when a box of Dark Arts materials arrived for them to immerse themselves in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and begin their Dark Arts education!

Across social media this month there has been so much celebrating Harry Potter and the Dark Arts and it’s been fantastic to see and now we can join in with our own Dark Arts experience ourselves!

The children discovered Harry Potter properly during lockdown and are now a little obsessed with anything Harry Potter themed so this delivery couldn’t have been better suited to them.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

They put their new Dark Arts t-shirts on straight away, loving that they could wear Dark Arts clothing without being in fancy dress. They t-shirts are pretty cool – I need one in an adults size!

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

But, before long they threw on the Harry Potter costumes to get properly into character. Every Harry Potter fan needs their own set of Hogwarts robes and this costume came complete with a wand and glasses each.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

I can’t get over how awesome LP and Little Man look in their Hogwarts uniform and glasses. It’s like having Harry and Ginny Weasley in front of us!

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

I can guarantee that LP and Little Man will spend much time in their robes now, casting spells and acting out scenes from the movies. They easily fell into a duel, taking it in turns to cast spells whilst trying to disarm each other. Their imaginations are huge and it was great to watch.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

Every young wizard has their own wand and dreams of one day having a wand that is even more powerful. A wand like the Elder Wand! Little Man was so excited to find the Elder Wand amongst our gifts, along with a Horcrux ring, easily adding to their imaginative play.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

The wand lights up at the end when you cast spells and Little Man loved how realistic it was. It’s one of many Harry Potter accessories you can collect – like the notebook and Deathly Hallows light we were sent too.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

The wand is actually a Light Painting Wand with an app but the children have had so much fun using it as just a wand that we haven’t got around to trying out the app yet. I know they’ll be so surprised when we show them the magic the Elder Wand really can do!

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

Finally, the children cracked open their new Junior Invisibility Cloak. We’ve had an Invisibility Cloak for a while now but this one is extra special – as it comes in a smaller size for children. This makes it so much easier for children to play with and LP and Little Man absolutely loved it.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

We used the Invisibility Cloak with the app to make the children disappear but both LP and Little Man were happiest wearing the cloak and acting out scenes pretending no-one could see them. The app is great but you can also have so much fun using the cloak as an addition to any dressing up and role play collection.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter
Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

LP and Little Man are now initiated into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, all set with uniforms for their time at Hogwarts and have even had a Dark Arts lesson or two. I’m looking forward to seeing what magic adventures they go on in the future!

You can see all of these products and more over on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Dark Arts store and the Junior Invisibility Cloak, Elder Wand and Ring are available as a special bundle pack too.

Learning the Dark Arts with Harry Potter

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