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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Home and Lifestyle Products & Services, House and Home, Kitchen Products, Reviews · March 22, 2017

Seamless Living with Beko’s Integrated Appliances

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

When we started planning our extension – and our new kitchen – I had a small list of things I wanted. I wanted a utility room, a downstairs toilet, a bookshelf for my cookbooks and integrated appliances. I wanted the space to feel roomy and uncluttered, streamlined and without bulky appliances spoiling the look.

The kitchen plans were drawn up and Howdens, who we bought the kitchen from, had automatically included their own appliances but I knew I would rather shop around and have more choice than they could give.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

In the end, although we got the appliances from a lot of different retailers they all ended up being Beko – they’re a brand I know and love, having had so many of their appliances in the past, and they are also affordable, being at the cheaper end of the appliance market.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

But, the affordable prices of Beko appliances shouldn’t put you off. Our new oven, hob and extractor fan look fantastic in our kitchen, they are a focal point of the room and the stainless steel finish is something that will be timeless, still fitting well into our kitchen in years to come.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances
Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

The oven is a great size, with a top and bottom oven – even accommodating our new, huge baking trays and with the essential grill function. It’s an oven fit for a family and I am looking forward to cooking more in it – roast dinners, toad in the whole and even hosting Christmas this year. We wanted an electric fan oven but a more traditional gas hob and Beko had a great range to choose from.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

Our fridge and freezer are fully integrated, looking just like cupboards until you open them. We had the choice of one tall fridge freezer but I decided to make use of the space and have a separate fridge and freezer next to each other. Beko had ones that fit our units perfectly and were taller than other options too, really maximising the space.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances
Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances
Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

Both the fridge and freezer stand up to life with a family. The freezer is roomy, with a quick freeze section and an ice tray – something we never seem to have enough of! The fridge has so many shelves, a wine rack, chiller drawer for dairy and meat and a large salad crisper. I don’t think we will ever have enough food to fill it.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances
Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

The last appliance we bought for our new kitchen was an integrated dishwasher, something I have never had before. The door opens and closes so easily – a small thing but it means even the children can help put their breakfast things in it before going off to school. It’s also the quietest dishwasher I have ever known – you hardly realise it’s on.

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances
Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

Our new kitchen is a beautiful space. It’s just how I imagined and the appliances help make it such a functional space without losing the aesthetic appeal of the new room we have created. I love that we have everything we need to cook and clean but with most of it hidden behind cabinet doors, out of sight and out of mind until it’s needed. Beko have helped created the kitchen I have always dreamed of – and I just can’t wait to get cooking!

Seamless Living with Beko's Integrated Appliances

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Comments

  1. Jenny Evans says

    March 22, 2017 at 8:21 am

    Love the kitchen Did u think about 2 ovens?

    Reply
    • Donna Wishart says

      March 22, 2017 at 9:50 am

      We did but decided that we probably wouldn’t use them apart from at Christmas so went with a standard double oven instead x

      Reply
  2. Colette says

    March 22, 2017 at 8:27 am

    Particularly jealous of the fridge freezer situation! So much room! I love fully integrated appliances – they look so much sleeker xx

    Reply
  3. Farmerswifeandmummy says

    March 22, 2017 at 9:09 am

    Ooooo I love it all but especially the fridge and freezer. Are they broom cupboards either side? I feel like a loser saying this but, if they are, I have broom cupboard envy 😉

    Reply
    • Donna Wishart says

      March 22, 2017 at 9:49 am

      Haha, no, they’re pull out larder cupboards! We have a utility room too which will have a broom cupboard in it once I get it organised 🙂 x

      Reply
  4. Chloe (Sorry About The Mess) says

    March 22, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    It all looks so smart and lovely, Donna! Love the integrated fridge and freezer, I would never have thought you’d get so much space with an integrated appliance but from the looks of it, it’s a very similar size to our american style fridge freezer.

    Reply
    • Donna Wishart says

      March 22, 2017 at 9:10 pm

      It’s pretty much the same size as our old American one – the freezer is very slightly smaller – I think mainly because we had shelves and this has drawers! x

      Reply
  5. Plutonium Sox says

    March 24, 2017 at 10:46 pm

    Oh wow, these appliances look brilliant. I am so impressed with your new kitchen. Really pleased for you that it has finally come together as well, it must be such a relief.
    Nat.x

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