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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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · July 4, 2018

Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

When we were at the coast recently we discovered Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays. It looked so fun and the children were so excited by it that we just had to give it a go. So, after a trip up the Spinnaker Tower we headed to Mini Port where we were all given life jackets and instructions and then we set sail!

Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

Mini Port has a selection of electric boats – a ferry, fire boat, police boat, navy ship… The boats are all so fun and the children loved that they could pick whichever one they wanted to sail. The boats cost £10 to hire and you get a minimum of 12 minutes on board. Because it was quiet at the time – we were the first to have a go that day – we were given half an hour but the children had enough by about twenty minutes and were happy to dock and finish their turn.

Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

The boats are easy to control – with a steering wheel and an on/off dial that lets you go forwards or in reverse and increase or decrease the speed. We had to go clockwise around the route that was laid out for us – around obstacles and through an archway – and once we got the hang of the controls we were able to increase speed and move smoothly round the course.

Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

LP and Little Man felt like real captains on their boats – and loved doing something so new and exciting. For £10 for something the whole family can enjoy I thought it was great value – and definitely get there early to have as long on the water as possible. It’s something we’ll be adding to any trip to Gunwharf Quays in the future – and would be a great way of inspiring the children to walk round the shops if they knew they’d be able to captain their own boat at the end of it.

Mini Port at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

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