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The Best Light Trails In London 2022

amomentwithfranca · 19 December 2022 · 16 Comments

One of the most mesmerising activities to do during Christmas and the Winter months is to visit a light trail. They are a stunning show of colour lights that will make you and your family have the most magical experience. There are many light trails in London so I decided to make … [Read more...] about The Best Light Trails In London 2022

Filed Under: Christmas, Days Out, Family Days Out, List, London

The Best Christmas Markets in London 2022

amomentwithfranca · 11 December 2022 · 86 Comments

I love Christmas markets and there are some great Christmas markets in London to enjoy too. They are great to inject you with some Christmas spirit, browsing around for some inspiration for your Christmas gifts, eating some yummy food and of course, drinking a lovely mulled wine … [Read more...] about The Best Christmas Markets in London 2022

Filed Under: Christmas, Days Out, List, London

Witness For The Prosecution at London County Hall

amomentwithfranca · 5 December 2022 · 29 Comments

This week Nick and I attended a performance of Agatha Christie's Witness For The Prosecution at The London County Hall. I love Agatha Christie murder mysteries - we loved The Mousetrap - and this one doesn't disappoint. Witness For The Prosecution is a courtroom drama which I … [Read more...] about Witness For The Prosecution at London County Hall

Filed Under: London, Reviews, Theatre & shows, Travel

The London Transport Museum At Christmas

amomentwithfranca · 8 November 2022 · 19 Comments

I can't believe it is almost Christmas! The time has passed so quickly. We love this time of the year! London transforms itself so nicely that it's beautiful to go out for a walk around Central London, especially around Covent Garden. Talking about Covent Garden, have you been to … [Read more...] about The London Transport Museum At Christmas

Filed Under: Days Out, Bella, Christmas, Family, Family Days Out, London, Reflections, Reviews, Sienna, Travel

Monopoly Lifesized Review

amomentwithfranca · 14 September 2021 · 22 Comments

If you are a fan of the Monopoly Board game, then you will be very excited to know that there is a huge version of it in Central London called Monopoly Lifesized and you can visit to play with your family or friends. … [Read more...] about Monopoly Lifesized Review

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, Family Events, Kids, London, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games, Travel

GoBoat London: A Unique Way To Explore London

amomentwithfranca · 26 September 2020 · 21 Comments

During the summer we were kindly invited by GoBoat London for a super fun experience sailing London's canals. We have never done this before even though it is so close to us, so we were super excited to do this as our first experience.⁣ After so many months stuck at home due to … [Read more...] about GoBoat London: A Unique Way To Explore London

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Review, Reviews, Travel

The Royal Observatory Greenwich: A Family Day Out After Lockdown

amomentwithfranca · 21 August 2020 · 36 Comments

A week ago we went to Greenwich to visit the Royal Observatory kindly invited by Royal Museums Greenwich which is now reopen to the public for the first time since March. We haven't visited the Royal Observatory before so we were very excited to explore it inside. We have been to … [Read more...] about The Royal Observatory Greenwich: A Family Day Out After Lockdown

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Review, Reviews, Travel

6 Places to Visit In London With Kids

amomentwithfranca · 29 February 2020 · 20 Comments

I love London. I have been here since 2005 and I love to discover new places every day! Of course, now that I have kids, I try to look into things that will entertain us all as a family. Over the last year we have been to many different places that the girls have enjoyed a lot so … [Read more...] about 6 Places to Visit In London With Kids

Filed Under: Uncategorized, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Travel

Cutty Sark 150th Anniversary Weekend

amomentwithfranca · 2 December 2019 · 14 Comments

We were invited last weekend to visit the Cutty Sark for the 150th Anniversary celebration weekend. We have been there before and the girls loved it so we were excited to go back. The last time we visited it was raining a lot so we couldn't explore the top deck much so this time … [Read more...] about Cutty Sark 150th Anniversary Weekend

Filed Under: Days Out, Events, Family, Family Days Out, London, Travel

Kew Gardens: Things To Do

amomentwithfranca · 26 October 2019 · 24 Comments

At the end of the summer, we were invited to watch Alice in Wonderland show at Kew Gardens. Can you believe that I have never visited before? I was super excited to go. The Alice in Wonderland show had been on over the summer. It is not on anymore. We saw the morning show and … [Read more...] about Kew Gardens: Things To Do

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, Kids, London, Travel

LEGOLAND: What Rides To Do

amomentwithfranca · 12 October 2019 · 22 Comments

We were lucky enough to be invited to the LEGOLAND  to a screening of LEGO DC: Batman Family Matters and to play through the catalogue of LEGO Games. The event was at the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort Hotel in Windsor. This hotel is amazing! My girls were so impressed. We definitely … [Read more...] about LEGOLAND: What Rides To Do

Filed Under: Events, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Review, Reviews, Travel

The Mousetrap – A Murder Mystery Play By Agatha Christie

amomentwithfranca · 16 May 2019 · 22 Comments

Sometimes it can be quite hard to spend quality time with Bella and Sienna on their own. Do you find that too if you have two or more children? I like to be able to spend time with the girls one on one and I love that there are so many things I can enjoy doing with Bella now she … [Read more...] about The Mousetrap – A Murder Mystery Play By Agatha Christie

Filed Under: Theatre & shows, Bella, Events, London, Review, Reviews

Queens – A Fantastic Skating Family Day Out Experience

amomentwithfranca · 4 May 2019 · 20 Comments

Bella has been asking to go ice skating a lot lately, so it was great timing when Queens approached us to go to their venue and review their skating experience. Have you visited recently? We have visited twice in the past, Once for a birthday party for one of Bella’s friends and … [Read more...] about Queens – A Fantastic Skating Family Day Out Experience

Filed Under: Days Out, Bella, Family, Family Days Out, London, Review, Reviews, Sienna

6 Interesting London Tours To Take

amomentwithfranca · 15 April 2019 · 16 Comments

When taking the kids travelling, as much as you want to break up the usual routines of school, homework, classrooms, and the like, you also want to keep their minds engaged and not stop them from learning. Even if it isn’t the super academic, super ‘useful in the workplace’ kinds … [Read more...] about 6 Interesting London Tours To Take

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts, List, London

Why Visit Cutty Sark in London?

amomentwithfranca · 17 October 2018 · 34 Comments

We love visiting attractions, especially in London which is were we are based. A week ago we visited the Cutty Sark which is located in Greenwich. We have been in Greenwich before and we have passed by this attraction but we have never been inside before. It was a great … [Read more...] about Why Visit Cutty Sark in London?

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Review, Reviews, Travel

The Snowman At The Peacock Theatre

amomentwithfranca · 12 December 2017 · 9 Comments

We were invited to the press performance of The Snowman at the Peacock Theatre in Central London. My girls love this short film. It is a classic we watch with the girls at home every Christmas. I've actually lost count of how many Bella has seen it now as she likes to watch it … [Read more...] about The Snowman At The Peacock Theatre

Filed Under: Christmas, Family, Film & TV, London, Review, Reviews, Theatre & shows

A Lovely Afternoon Tea at The Waldorf Hilton

amomentwithfranca · 26 October 2017 · 54 Comments

Not long ago I was invited for a wonderful afternoon tea at The Waldorf Hilton.  I was super excited to visit this hotel because I have heard so many amazing things and having a traditional afternoon tea there would be a wonderful experience! … [Read more...] about A Lovely Afternoon Tea at The Waldorf Hilton

Filed Under: Events, Food, London, Travel

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✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went t ✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went to @javawhiskersuk , a cat cafe located in @westfieldlondon . This was my present for Mother’s Day from her🌸.🌟 Before we went inside, we had to go to a separate room to wash our hands and remove our shoes..🐾 They have 2 different rooms: the Cat Lounge and the Kitten Lounge and you can choose to stay from 55 mins to 1hr 55 mins. The prices vary depending on the room you choose and the length of time..🍰 When we stepped inside the room we were greeted by a group of gorgeous kittens. We ordered (before we went inside the room) a latte and a delicious chocolate muffin with chocolate melted inside that was so good. This was served to us in the room while we were surrounded by these adorable kittens..🐱 We spent 55 mins playing and petting the kittens. They were so cute. We loved interacting with them..🥰 Their cafe is also a foster home for homeless cats so if you are looking to adopt one, this is the place to visit! They have had 230 successful adoptions already! 🙌🏻.🚨 The only downside is that you have to be over 10 years old in order to be allowed inside the rooms 😬.🐈 If you are a cat lover like us, I highly recommend you visit Java Whiskers! It is the perfect place to unwind and relax with these beautiful kittens! 🙌🏻.Have you visited a Cat Cafe before? 🐈‍⬛ .#javawhiskers #catcafe #catcafelondon #londoncafe #westfieldlondon #londondayout #daysout #thingstodoinlondon #newplaces #londonguide #lovecats😻 #catsofinstagram #catloversday #londonthingstodo #whatsonlondon
✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, ✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, I hope you are having a lovely Mother's Day! 🌸🌸.We actually started the celebrations yesterday as Bella took me to @javawhiskersuk a new cat cafe in Westfield as a present for Mother’s Day. We spent 55 mins arround gorgeous kittens. I had a great time! I am a cat lover so this was a fab present for me! I will talk more about this experience on another post but if you swipe left you can see a little peak of our time there! 🐈😉.Today, the girls and Nick took me for the actually Mother’s Day celebration 🎉 to @cafejackss in Queen’s Park where we had brunch. It was a yummy treat. Swipe left to check it out! 😋 .After that we went for a walk. There was a small market nearby so it was nice to have a little look around 😍. We then went back home and spent the rest of the day chilling which is something, I’m not going to lie, I love doing! 😉😂.How was your day?#mothersdayuk #mothersdayweekend #mothersday2023 #motherofdaughters #mumoftwo #mumofgirls #mydaughters #lovemydaughters #daughterslove #mummydaughtertime #daughtersarethebest #daughtersrock #spendingtimetogether #happyfamilytime #familytime💕
✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna ✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna at home yesterday and today, and Bella only today. I thought it would be very chaotic but despite it always being louder when the girls are at home, especially my youngest one, lol, we did well..Bella did school work at home today and had the afternoon free. Sienna didn’t do school work. We only asked her to carry on doing Spanish and Maths via Duolingo. She also had Spanish lessons this afternoon (every Thursday she has lessons) so both days were manageable thankfully 😍.How was it for you? Did your kids stay at home or did they go to school? .PS: let’s hope things get better for teachers. I fully support the strikes. .#sistertime #sisterlylove #sistersgoals #hermanas #sistersforever #sistersforlife #sisterslove #siblingslove #lovemydaughters #raisingdaughters #mydaughters #londonkids #WembleyPark #wembley #londondesigneroutlet
✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so ✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so far? I am finally feeling more normal after the massive jetlag I had after my trip to South America. I am not sure why it hit me so much this time but it has taken me about two solid weeks to properly be back to my routine without feeling right. Waking up in the mornings was the worst. It was very hard, especially when I had to be on time for the school run! 😩.Anyway, everything feels better now! 😊.How long does it take you to be back to normal after a jetlag? Do you have any tricks or tips to speed this process? .📸 Selfy taken in Barranco, a lively district in Peru considered to be one of the most romantic and bohemian places to visit and being the home and working place of many Peruvian artists, musicians, designers, photographers among others 😎.#thisisme #selfie #instaselfie #smilemore #brunettehair #greeneyes #over40#over40blogger #overforty #overfortystyle #over40andfabulous #over40mom #outandabout #barrancolima
✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru ✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru is located on the coast. Walking along the sidewalk of the Malécon in Lima’s picturesque seaside district, Miraflores, you can admire the most beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. .The “Costa Verde” is a coastal road. It runs along the south-central part of the Lima coast. You can visit in the morning for a jog or in the evening to enjoy a relaxing walk. It is a very lively where people have fun in the open air..This is one of the best attractions on the coastal road. You will see several parks with sculptures of famous artists that make this walk even more unique and enjoyable. Along the route, you can find numerous recreational activities such as surfing and paragliding..If you keep walking you will arrive at “Larcomar” which is a shopping centre and has many restaurants and cafes so you can enjoy a coffee or a meal with the gorgeous ocean view too. .Pictures explained below:1. Start of my walk with the view of the ocean showing one the most gorgeous restaurants in Lima “La Rosa Nautica” where you can walk along the pier and then seat down for a meal with a sea view. Very scenic 😍2. 📸 Greater view of the coast showing the Pacific Ocean3. 🎥 Parque Chino (Chinese Park)4. 📸 Parque El Libro (The Book Park) showing a colorful sculpture, “Silencio” created by Peruvian artist José Tola.5. 📸 Parque del Amor (Love Park) showing its larger-than-life sculpture of two lovers in a deep embrace called “The Kiss”. The monument to love was created by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín. 6. 📸 Faro de Lima (lighthouse)7. 🎥 View of the Pacific Ocean from Barranco area where you can see Lima Marina Club, a members only club. .If you visit Lima, I highly recommend you to have a walk along this gorgeous area. You won’t regret it! (Save this post for later 😀).Do you enjoy walks with a coastal view? When was the last time you did a walk with a scenic view? .#oceanviews #oceanview #costaverde #costaverdelima #miraflores #lima #visitlima #limaperu #mirafloreslima #limacity #cometoperu #limaperu #beautifulviews #beautifuldestinations #perutravel
✨Peruvian Suspiro Limeño✨."Suspiro Limeño" ✨Peruvian Suspiro Limeño✨."Suspiro Limeño" is one of my favourite Peruvian desserts. When I was In Peru, I of course, made sure to have it not only once but several times 😉.This dessert is made of manjar blanco (milk, sugar, almond flour, egg yolks, vanilla) and meringue (egg whites, port, cinnamon) 😘.The history behind this dessert starts with Amparo Ayarza who was the creator. Her husband, José Gálvez Barrenechea was a poet and was the one who gave it its name. The poet called it "Suspiro de Limeña", which means, 'Sigh of a Lima lady', because it is soft and sweet like the sigh of a woman. Love this 🥰.Have you ever tried "Suspiro Limeño"? Or have you heard of it before? Would you try it? .📸 Picture taken @panchitasazoncriolla in Lima that has one of the best versions of this dessert 🙌🏻.#suspirolimeño #peruviandessert #meringue #merengue #desserttime #dessertlover #dessertpic #dessertgram #peruvianfood #cocinaperuana #gastronomiaperuana #perufood #peruviancousine #whatisfordessert #dessertsofinstagram
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