It’s the Peloton question everyone asks themselves before making the purchase. ‘Peloton bikes look good…but should I buy a Peloton bike? Is it worth the money? Is it worth the subscription cost? Will I use it!? And if I do use it, is it any good?’ These are the questions I was asking myself for …
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There’s something wonderful about growing your own fruit and vegetables. It isn’t just about putting food on the table, it’s something else. The magic comes from a collection of very simple things…. It’s having your hands in the soil. Planting a seed and watching it grow. The magic of seeing a tiny seedling break through …
Llangrannog in Ceredigion, West Wales, is one of those places you could easily drive past without realising this little gem was here. The entire coast of Wales is dotted with pretty little villages, what would make you stop here!? Nestled into the valley, the magical seaside village is accessed via winding coastal roads. After a …
It’s no secret that glamping is my favourite type of holiday with kids. I love having those gorgeous, outdoor camping vibes but with hot showers, comfy beds, private bathrooms, mini kitchens, plug sockets and without having to put a tent up! Last week we had the opportunity to try a new glamping style with Wigwam …
So you’re planning a family holiday to Cornwall! What a perfect choice for a UK family holiday. Today I’m sharing 25 of the best things to do in Cornwall with kids – but all of these things are equally amazing without kids too! This post has been sponsored by Classic Cottages and there are some …
There are so many things to do in Wales but today I’m sharing 10 of my favourite off the beaten path experiences. I’m sure we’re all aware by now that Wales is one of the most beautiful little countries in the world. I’d also say it’s one of the most underrated but maybe I’m just …
I didn’t write a garden update from June because I didn’t feel like I had much to say other than ‘Yes, everything is growing!’ but now when I look back on my May garden update I can see that so much changed in just four short weeks. June and July have been amazing months in …
Have you heard of a Toniebox? If you’ve got young children and you’re always looking for fun, creative and educational ways to keep them entertained then keep reading because this is a toy you’ll want on your radar! Here is my honest Toniebox review… My Toniebox review What is a Toniebox? A Toniebox is a …
Last week I had the absolute joy of joining 1085 Adventures for their Introduction to Bikepacking course, held in Beddgelert Forest in North Wales. If ‘bikepacking’ is new to you, let me explain. Bikepacking is where you travel via bike with everything you need strapped to you or the bike, including whatever you plan to …
It might be a small city but there are so many things to do in Chester, making it a great place for a romantic weekend break. I’ve lived on the outskirts of Chester nearly all my life so this is a local’s guide to Chester activities! I’m not going to suggest any overpriced tours or …
If you’re thinking about buying a holiday caravan then I’d like to share 10 things to know before you invest in your own static caravan. The sale of new holiday caravans is up by 47% this year and second hand caravans are up by a whopping 65%! Staycations are obviously on the rise due to …
Chester is a beautiful city and afternoon tea in Chester is a real treat. Here are some of my favourite places in Chester for afternoon tea! After the restrictions and government guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic it’s a little more difficult to find a great afternoon tea in Chester. Some of our favourite places have sadly …
Well these months come around quickly don’t they! It’s not a massive update from me this month because all I can say is that I’ve planted almost everything out in the garden and it all seems to be doing pretty well! Now it’s just a waiting game to see how things grow! If you’d like …
If you’re looking for things to do in Chester then you’ve come to the right place! I’ve lived on the outskirts of Chester for most of my life so here are some of my favourites! Chester is one of the country’s most important heritage cities and, in my opinion, it’s also one of the most …
Whether you’re visiting Rome for the first, second or seventh time, there are so many things to do in Rome I doubt even the locals have seen, visited or eaten everything on this list! They say Rome is the eternal city and I honestly think you could spend every day of your life in a …
I’ve been using the Braun Silk-Expert Pro 5 for 14 weeks now so I thought it was time to share my review. This is something I’m really excited to share because – wow, what an absolute game-changer! Update: I’ve had this IPL device for a year now so I’ve posted a 1-year update at the …
Planning to spend a weekend in Sibiu? Great! Sean Lau from Living Out Lau is here today to share the perfect Sibiu weekend itinerary. As the most important and prosperous Saxons walled citadels, Sibiu is dotted with stunning architecture, beautiful historical streets, and excellent ethnic food. It’s cultural importance is undeniable, and in fact, it …
I’m so pleased I’m writing these monthly garden updates because it’s so lovely to see the progress I’ve already made in just 4 weeks. My little plants have grown so much and I’ve learnt so much too. Last month I had no idea what I was doing but this month I feel much more confident. …
Holiday caravans are booming in the UK this year! We’re all looking for affordable staycations and a holiday caravan is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to do it. I know there are lots of people who grow up with static caravans but many people barely know they exist, and if you’re one of …
Today’s post is a 9 day Scotland itinerary if you want to see the best of the Scottish Highlands by Katie from Best Scottish Tours. This is such an epic Scotland itinerary and it’s got me wanting to book a campervan and hit the road! You’re planning to spend 9 days in Scotland and you’re …
Today’s epic post is a one week Ireland itinerary and it’s by Sian from Ireland Before you Die. Ireland is such an amazing place for a road trip so I’m really excited to share this action packed itinerary! I actually did a similar solo road trip a couple of years ago so I’ve left some …
One of the main conversations I have with bloggers who want to grow their blogs is around creating more content. I’m a firm believer that the more content you have, the bigger and better your blog will be. I know there are many bloggers out there who will argue that they have really successful blogs …
I feel like I’ve written so much about having three kids but one thing I haven’t spoken about is how to make time for yourself and your partner when you have children. Whether you have one child or twenty children, it can be really difficult to make time for yourself. We all know it’s so …
We’re onto week #45,765 following government guidelines to stay at home and I’m pretty sure we’ve all been through every wave of emotion possible. We’ve been through fear, loneliness, excitement, depression, contentment, acceptance, panic, worry, anxiety, enjoyment, feeling grateful and finally feeling…bored. Just bored. So flipping bored. And now the news that we’ll get …
As we’ve just passed the one year anniversary of when lockdown began in the UK, I’m seeing lots of posts online about what people have learnt from this time. I’m seeing lots of posts from when we were all optimistic and enthusiastic about saying at home! Remember when it was all a bit of a …
I’m just scratching the surface with the topic of reducing household waste. Like many others, I’ve recently watched a few documentaries on the topic such as Stacey Dooley’s Fashion’s Dirty Secrets, The True Cost on Netflix and Drowning in Plastic on the BBC. We’ve all known about these topics for years. We’ve known that fast …
If you read my post about buying a static caravan then you’ll know how much we love our van, but there are some cons to consider before making the big decision to buy one. Let’s dive straight into the pros and cons of owning a static caravan… Pros to owning a static caravan You feel …
Welcome to the first post in a new series here on The Travel Hack! I love a good series of posts and I’m excited to start sharing monthly updates from my garden. As you guys know, we’ve recently finished extending and renovating our house so we’re finally at the stage where we can just enjoy …
If life is feeling stressful and you’re looking for simple ways to stress less then you’ve come to the right place. I had a life-changing revelation when I realised my stress came from having ‘too much’. Here in the UK, many of us are so lucky to live in an abundant society where we have …
Today’s post is for anyone who wants a change. Anyone who wants to try something new, fix an area of their life they’re not entirely happy with or, to use the current buzzword, anyone who wants to pivot. My current experience with a change of brand… As I’m sure many of you are aware, I …
Today’s blog post is a Panasonic bread maker review as I share how I make fresh bread everyday. I know, I know. I didn’t think I’d be this person either! No one is more surprised than I am that I make a fresh loaf of bread most days. We bought our Panasonic bread maker two …
Looking for travel gifts for her? I’ve got you covered with 25 Christmas travel gifts for the ladies in your life. Whether you’re buying for your mum, your wife, your friend, a colleague, a family member or, more importantly, looking for travel gift ideas for yourself! I’ll be honest, everything on this list is things …
Can you see Paris in 2 days? Yes you can! There is so much to see and do in this gorgeous city so I’ve created a list of the best things to see in Paris in 2 days. Of course, there are a million more things to see in Paris but you won’t want to …
I’ve been using a sleep tracking watch for two years now and I’m regularly asked if tracking my sleep helps me get a better night’s sleep? It’s a hard question to answer because, for some people, tracking your sleep can actually be detrimental. Some people find it stressful and the anxiety of waking up to …
Healthy family meal ideas This post has been created in collaboration with AvaCare Multivitamins Meal times are a big thing in our family and everyone loves their food! But coming up with healthy family meal ideas can be so tough, especially at the moment when we’re eating all of our meals at home and I’m …
It’s six years since we bought our house and I’m so happy to say that it is pretty much finished! Seriously, you have no idea how good it feels to say that! We bought the house in 2014 and now, at the start of 2021, it’s finally looking exactly how we want it to. The …
Some of you may remember the time I was a millionaire for a day. I can feel a handful of people nodding enthusiastically while the rest of you frown in confusion. Whaaat? In 2015 I worked with The National Lottery during a campaign where people were entered into a raffle each week to win £1 …
This is my honest Bundlee review, based on my personal experience using Bundlee with my third baby. I was so excited when I first discovered Bundlee baby clothes rental as I’d been saying for years that someone should start a baby clothes and equipment rental company in the UK. New parents spend a fortune on …
Finally, after the longest January of all, it’s February! I feel like there’s been a collective boost in morale today as we’ve said goodbye to the longest and hardest month so far. It helps that the sun is shining in Wales, the snowdrops are proudly bursting through the soil and everyone has a spring in …
Today’s post is all about glamping essentials and everything you should pack for a glamping trip. One of the benefits of glamping over camping is that you don’t need to pack nearly as much stuff! Most glamping sites will provide you with all the basic equipment you will need so your car won’t be bursting …