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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

10 Great European Football Tournaments For Kids

amomentwithfranca · 16 August 2016 · 2 Comments

If you run or are involved with a kids football team, through a school or otherwise, you might want to consider travelling to and taking part in an international football tournament. You can only imaging the challenge and excitement that comes with taking part in a top European … [Read more...] about 10 Great European Football Tournaments For Kids

Filed Under: Travel, Collaborative Posts Tagged With: Countries, Europe, Football, Football Tournaments, kids

Eltham Palace & Gardens Review

amomentwithfranca · 15 August 2016 · 50 Comments

Last week, Bella and I were invited to visit Eltham Palace and Gardens which is an English Heritage property. We have never been before so we were very excited to spend our day there. Since Bella's little sister was born we haven't been able to give her the same attention that … [Read more...] about Eltham Palace & Gardens Review

Filed Under: Reviews, Bella, Collaborative Posts, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Travel Tagged With: Art Deco, Eltham Palace & Gardens, English Heritage, Gardens, Palace

5 Great Things To Do In Mauritius

amomentwithfranca · 23 July 2016 · 1 Comment

Mauritius is the beautiful Indian Ocean island famous for its white sandy beaches and lagoons, but if you're looking for some time away from the beach or to perhaps even get a little closer to the ocean, then read on for some ideas about some great things to do. My husband who … [Read more...] about 5 Great Things To Do In Mauritius

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, List, Travel Tagged With: Holidays, Mauritius, Things To Do

Bella Italia Baker Street Review

amomentwithfranca · 20 July 2016 · 48 Comments

We recently had the great opportunity to review the brand new Bella Italia branch in Baker Street, London. This branch is in a great location, only a short walk to the famous Madame Tussauds and Baker Street Tube Station. It is a perfect hideaway to enjoy delicious Italian … [Read more...] about Bella Italia Baker Street Review

Filed Under: Reviews, Family, Food, Travel Tagged With: Eating Out, food, Italian Food, Italian Restaurant

Airbourne Airshow: 10 Reasons To Take The Kids (for Free)

amomentwithfranca · 18 July 2016 · 10 Comments

Like music festivals, summer here in the UK wouldn't be the same without the various airshows that take place during this time of the year. Airbourne is an annual airshow in Eastbourne, East Sussex on the south coast of England. Not only is it one of the UK’s largest airshows, … [Read more...] about Airbourne Airshow: 10 Reasons To Take The Kids (for Free)

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, Travel Tagged With: Eastbourne, Families, kids, Red Arrows, Things To Do, Travel

5 Things To Do in Battersea For Families

amomentwithfranca · 10 July 2016 · 38 Comments

In this post I have selected 5 things to do in Battersea for families. Living in London it always seems like there is one area or another within the city that is up and coming. One such area is Battersea, which has traditionally been the less favourable neighbour to the likes of … [Read more...] about 5 Things To Do in Battersea For Families

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, List, London, Travel Tagged With: Families, kids, Things To Do, Travel

10 Great Festival Camping Survival Tips

amomentwithfranca · 4 July 2016 · 1 Comment

Summer is here and the festival season is in now in full swing. Many families enjoy going camping to music festivals, and its great that there are many music festivals now which are family oriented (Latitude and Camp Bestival to name a couple) where you see artists like Fatboy … [Read more...] about 10 Great Festival Camping Survival Tips

Filed Under: Tips, List, Travel Tagged With: Camping, Festival

Sea Life London Aquarium Visit

amomentwithfranca · 22 June 2016 · 79 Comments

We were so lucky to be invited to go and visit the Sea Life London Aquarium with the girls. I was really excited to go because its been a few years since we last went. It has been refurbished since we last visited and they have also added two additional areas which are fantastic. … [Read more...] about Sea Life London Aquarium Visit

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, London, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Fishes, Jellyfish, London Aquarium, London Sealife Aquarium, Penguins, Polar Bears, Sharks, Tropical Fishes, Turtles

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