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A Moment In Switzerland – Basel

amomentwithfranca · 31 January 2017 · 71 Comments

Last year was a fantastic year for me because I got the opportunity to travel to some wonderful places. It's something I love doing and I'm always looking out for new places to explore. On this occasion, I was sent to Basel in Switzerland for 3 days thanks to Basel Tourism. I … [Read more...] about A Moment In Switzerland – Basel

Filed Under: Press Trips, Christmas, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Press Trip, Travel, Travel Bucket List

A Moment in Paris: E-Fluent Spot 5

amomentwithfranca · 10 January 2017 · 56 Comments

Not long ago I mentioned that I was invited to Paris for E-Fluent Spot 5. Now that I have been there, I will tell you all about it! The last time that I was in Paris was a long time ago, although I did stop by when I travelled to France a few months ago but I didn't stay in … [Read more...] about A Moment in Paris: E-Fluent Spot 5

Filed Under: Travel, Blogging, Events, Press Trips Tagged With: E-Fluent Spot 5, event, International Event, Paris, Parole De Mamans, Selectour Afat

Ice Skating at the Natural History Museum

amomentwithfranca · 27 December 2016 · 71 Comments

Since living in the UK, I have always heard about the annual Ice Rink at the Natural History Museum that is set up for the Christmas period. It is well known for being very pretty with fantastic surroundings, so you really shouldn't miss it. I have always wanted to go, but for … [Read more...] about Ice Skating at the Natural History Museum

Filed Under: Days Out, Christmas, Family, Family Days Out, Fashion, London Tagged With: Christmas, Ice Rink, jackets, Natural History Museum, Outdoor Clothing, Regatta, Skating

A Moment in France – Angoulême

amomentwithfranca · 17 December 2016 · 48 Comments

One of the things that I love the most is travelling! I guess I inherited this love from my mother. Since I was little I remember my parents going away for one month once a year to explore different countries. I thought that was fantastic. We also got to travel as a family … [Read more...] about A Moment in France – Angoulême

Filed Under: Press Trips, Collaborative Posts, Travel Tagged With: Eurostar, France, Le Saint Gelais Hotel, Press Trip, SNCF

Your Guide to Festive Fun in Edinburgh

amomentwithfranca · 13 December 2016 · Leave a Comment

Whether you’re hoping to have some festive fun with family, friends, or even on your own, Edinburgh is one of the best cities in the UK to visit. The capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh takes its festive celebrations very seriously and you can find a variety of events to take … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Festive Fun in Edinburgh

Filed Under: Christmas, Collaborative Posts, Family, Family Days Out, Travel Tagged With: Christmas

Mauritius: Dream Destination For Families

amomentwithfranca · 9 December 2016 · 2 Comments

We are always thinking about potential holiday destinations we could visit for that perfect dream family holiday. At first this might seem easy, but it can actually be quite difficult to cater for everyone in the family. Not everyone wants to sit on a beach all day but I don't … [Read more...] about Mauritius: Dream Destination For Families

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts, Holidays Tagged With: family, holiday, Mauritius

My Favourite Views In London

amomentwithfranca · 6 December 2016 · 2 Comments

I was contacted by Vileda to collaborate with them and share my favourite views in London as well as to try out one of their best products for cleaning windows - the Vileda Windowmatic Power. Cleaning windows can be pretty mundane, as it's usually a dull and time-consuming job. … [Read more...] about My Favourite Views In London

Filed Under: Gadgets & Technology, Collaborative Posts, London, Review Tagged With: Vileda, Windowmatic

Heading to Paris for E-Fluent Spot 5

amomentwithfranca · 27 November 2016 · 48 Comments

I have been meaning to write this post since the moment I found out I was invited to Paris for 3 days. Yes, you are reading correctly! I'm off to Paris tomorrow for E-Fluent Spot 5 along with other British bloggers. This is an international event where we will meet over 500 … [Read more...] about Heading to Paris for E-Fluent Spot 5

Filed Under: Press Trips, Blogging, Events, Travel Tagged With: event, Paris

Our Magical Visit to Lapland UK

amomentwithfranca · 26 November 2016 · 169 Comments

Yesterday we were so fortunate to visit Lapland UK which is located near Ascot in Berkshire. This is a place where you will have the most amazing Christmas experience for your little ones and of course for you parents too as Nick and I were also mesmerised by the whole … [Read more...] about Our Magical Visit to Lapland UK

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Review, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Lapland UK

Our Family Weekend in Durham

amomentwithfranca · 13 November 2016 · 38 Comments

As most of you know, we were invited by Virgin Trains to travel First Class to Durham. We had never been there so it was our first time visiting this amazing city.  It was just a weekend break, leaving London on the Friday afternoon and returning on Sunday afternoon. We had all … [Read more...] about Our Family Weekend in Durham

Filed Under: Press Trips, Family, Lifestyle, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Durham, Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral, Durham University, Family Trip, Kingslodge Inn Hotel, Travelling with Kids, Virgin Trains

5 Ideas to Keep your Home Safe When Travelling Away

amomentwithfranca · 20 October 2016 · 54 Comments

We are now approaching the half term holidays and its not long now to the Christmas holidays either. I'm always very excited about this time of the year. I think it is mostly because my girls get so happy that it brings a smile to my face! During the Winter Holidays, a lot of … [Read more...] about 5 Ideas to Keep your Home Safe When Travelling Away

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts, Gadgets & Technology, List, Tips Tagged With: Ideas to keep house safe, Panasonic, Smart Homes, Travelling

Visiting Hong Kong with the Kids

amomentwithfranca · 13 October 2016 · Leave a Comment

Visiting Hong Kong and feeling stuck for ideas of what to do? You shouldn’t be, as Hong Kong is packed with things to do for families. Spoiling visitors and citizens alike with inspiring views, thrilling activities and simple locations for respite from all the action, Hong Kong … [Read more...] about Visiting Hong Kong with the Kids

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts, Holidays, List Tagged With: kids, Travel

Family Trip To Durham with Virgin Trains East Coast

amomentwithfranca · 12 October 2016 · 47 Comments

During the summer we were contacted by Virgin Trains East Coast to review their First Class service to one of the destinations on the East Coast line, such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, York, Leeds, Aberdeen, Durham and Lincoln among others. We chose Durham as we have never … [Read more...] about Family Trip To Durham with Virgin Trains East Coast

Filed Under: Press Trips, Bella, Family, Lifestyle, Nick, Reviews, Sienna, Travel Tagged With: Durham, Family Trip, First Class Lounge, First Class Trains, James Martin Menu, Kings Cross Station, London, Travel, Travelling with Kids, Virgin Trains, Virgin Trains East Coast

A Family Day Out At The O2

amomentwithfranca · 14 September 2016 · 65 Comments

Bella and I had a great mummy and daughter time during the summer as we were invited to spend a family day out at The O2 in London. As soon as I received this invitation I told Bella and she was so excited as we both knew it was going to be a fun adventure for us. … [Read more...] about A Family Day Out At The O2

Filed Under: Reviews, Bella, Days Out, Events, Family, Family Days Out, London, Travel Tagged With: Family Days Out, Las Iguanas, Nissan Innovation Station, Sky Studios, The O2

5 Major Events Coming to Glasgow Soon

amomentwithfranca · 6 September 2016 · 1 Comment

The summer and all its festivities may be coming to a close, but all is not lost! There are still plenty of events to keep you entertained for the remainder of the year, with many taking place in one of the UK’s most popular cities.Glasgow has become well known for its … [Read more...] about 5 Major Events Coming to Glasgow Soon

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts Tagged With: Events, Glasgow, Travel

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London Family Day Out

amomentwithfranca · 5 September 2016 · 64 Comments

Not long ago we had the opportunity to visit and review Ripley's Believe It or Not! London with my family. We hadn't been there before so we were all pretty excited about visiting this well known London attraction. We don't live too far from central London, so our journey … [Read more...] about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London Family Day Out

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Attraction, family day out, London

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