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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Collaborative posts, Guest Posts · April 19, 2017

Tips to Help You to Get a Great Night’s Sleep | AD

*This is a collaborative guest post

Sleep is an exceptionally important part of a healthy lifestyle. Getting plenty of sleep will help you to feel fitter, healthier, and happier while helping you avoid both physical and mental illnesses. Sleep is also vitally important for your internal organs as well as your skin and hair. If you are regularly struggling to get a good night’s sleep you could quickly start to look and feel unwell. So, here are some great tips to help.

Tips to Help You to Get a Great Night’s Sleep

Routine

Routine isn’t just important for children. Getting into a good routine helps your mind and body adjust. You’ll find your body starts to expect a set routine and reacts accordingly. Try to go to bed at the same time every night, and wake up at the same time every morning. You will soon find you’re falling asleep easily and waking up without alarms.

Diet

Watching what you eat and drink can make a huge difference to your sleep patterns. Try to limit your caffeine intake and cut it out completely after dinner time. Avoid sugars and foods high in fat, and swap your bread, rice and pasta for their brown alternatives, which have slow release carbs helping you to stay energised throughout the day without any nasty comedowns.

Exercise

It’s thought that getting just 10 minutes of cardio exercise a day can help you to get a great night’s sleep. Try a couch to 5k program, or try taking some brisk walks or going swimming to get started if you’re not used to exercising.

Bedroom

Your bedroom can also influence how well you sleep. Start with your bed. You need to get a good mattress which helps you feel comfortable while supporting your back and neck. You’ll also want to get high quality, soft bed linen and good, supportive pillows. Next, look at the layout and décor of your bedroom. Ideally, your bed should face the door so it welcomes you into the room immediately, getting you in the mood to sleep. The room should be uncluttered, tidy and decorated in relaxing and soothing colours such as light blues or lilacs.

Avoid Clocks

Try not to have a clock near your bed. Being able to see the time can lead to worry and stress. If you are struggling to sleep seeing the time can make you worry about the day ahead. You’ll almost always start to count down the hours until you must get up. This will increase your stress levels and make it even harder to get to sleep.

Technology

Avoid technology in the bedroom. Keep it as a space to relax and sleep only. Don’t work in the bedroom, and don’t lie in bed looking at your phone. Looking at computers and other devices before bed can make it incredibly difficult to get to sleep. Both because the content you are viewing stimulates your mind, and the blue lights coming from the screens themselves can make it difficult to switch off. Try to have a cut off time for all technology, then spend the rest of the evening resting.

If, after making these changes, you are still having trouble sleeping, speak to your GP who may be able to offer you further advice and guidance.

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  1. Karen, the next best thing to mummy says

    April 19, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    I used to be a great sleeper and loved my bed, since stroke however I find it difficult to drift off mainly because I can’t get comfortable I will try some of these tips to see if they help

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