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Pra’ Delle Torri Holiday Centre In Italy With Eurocamp Review

amomentwithfranca · 26 June 2022 · 3 Comments

We have been dreaming of a family holiday in Italy for a long time. I was born in Peru but my family background is Italian, so I grew up surrounded by their culture too. Due to my connection to this country, a family holiday in Italy was ideal for us. We have visited France, … [Read more...] about Pra’ Delle Torri Holiday Centre In Italy With Eurocamp Review

Filed Under: Collaborative Posts, Press Trips, Review, Reviews, Travel, Uncategorized

What To Do & Where To Eat in Vallee Du Loir With Kids

amomentwithfranca · 15 February 2020 · 13 Comments

Back in July, we were invited on a press trip to discover how Valle Du Loir and Le Mans were great destinations for family holidays. We had so much fun on our trip, we did so much it was really busy but we loved it! I wanted to share more with you about what we got up if you are … [Read more...] about What To Do & Where To Eat in Vallee Du Loir With Kids

Filed Under: Food, Kids, Press Trips, Travel

Camping La Plage – Our Accommodation in Loir

amomentwithfranca · 18 January 2020 · 14 Comments

In July we were invited to experience everything that Vallée du Loir and Le Mans have to offer for visitors to the region. I was excited to visit with Nick and the girls and discover the area as a family. Our trip was from Friday to Monday and we travelled over to France via … [Read more...] about Camping La Plage – Our Accommodation in Loir

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Our Weekend In Vallée du Loir & Le Mans – Part 2

amomentwithfranca · 12 September 2019 · 14 Comments

This is the second part of our trip to Vallée du Loir and Le Mans. We had such a great first day! Make sure to catch my first post Our Weekend In Vallée du Loir & Le Mans - Part 1. Our schedule for days two and three was just as full and we were excited to explore some more. … [Read more...] about Our Weekend In Vallée du Loir & Le Mans – Part 2

Filed Under: Family, Kids, Press Trips, Travel

Our Weekend In Vallée du Loir & Le Mans – Part 1

amomentwithfranca · 16 August 2019 · 24 Comments

One of my favourite things to do as a family is to take the girls to explore new places together and create new memories. I am so lucky we are able to do this and especially when we are invited to visit new places on press trips. As was the case with our last trip to spend a … [Read more...] about Our Weekend In Vallée du Loir & Le Mans – Part 1

Filed Under: Family, Food, Kids, Press Trips, Travel

Why Staybridge Suites Manchester Is The Perfect Place To Stay As A Family

amomentwithfranca · 8 April 2019 · 41 Comments

There are so many places in the UK I would love to visit and explore. I have to admit to only recently getting around to exploring London even more as you might have seen over on my Instagram page. One place I wanted to visit was Manchester. I had a quick visit in 2017 to the … [Read more...] about Why Staybridge Suites Manchester Is The Perfect Place To Stay As A Family

Filed Under: Family, Press Trips, Review, Reviews, Travel

Why You Should Stay At Woodcroft Cottage In North Yorkshire

amomentwithfranca · 19 March 2019 · 36 Comments

Have you ever been away around Christmas time? It is such a busy time of the year, getting away for a few days can be a great way to enjoy the holidays in the run-up to the big day, can’t it! This is what we thought when we were invited to stay at Woodcroft Cottage with Holidays … [Read more...] about Why You Should Stay At Woodcroft Cottage In North Yorkshire

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Our Weekend At Knoll House Hotel In Studland Dorset – Part 2

amomentwithfranca · 18 December 2018 · 16 Comments

You are probably here after reading my previous blog post about Knoll House – Part 1. This second post is about the remaining activities that we did during our visit to Knoll House. … [Read more...] about Our Weekend At Knoll House Hotel In Studland Dorset – Part 2

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Our Weekend At Knoll House Hotel In Studland Dorset – Part 1

amomentwithfranca · 18 December 2018 · 47 Comments

A couple of weeks ago we were invited to stay at Knoll House Hotel in Dorset for a couple of nights. We have not been in this part of Dorset before so we were really excited. It is about 2 to 3 hours drive from London. We left on a Friday and came back on a Sunday. The day when … [Read more...] about Our Weekend At Knoll House Hotel In Studland Dorset – Part 1

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Warwick Castle Glamping In The New Kings Luxury Tents

amomentwithfranca · 3 July 2018 · 39 Comments

I am not really a camping person but if you ask me to go glamping I would happily say YES! :-) That is why when we were invited by the lovely people at Warwick Castle to try their new premium glamping tents, I of course agreed! We have not been to Warwick Castle before, so it was … [Read more...] about Warwick Castle Glamping In The New Kings Luxury Tents

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Food, Press Trips, Review, Reviews, Travel

Our Weekend At Rookley Country Park On The Isle Of Wight

amomentwithfranca · 22 June 2018 · 23 Comments

A few weekends ago we travelled to the Isle of Wight. We were invited to stay for a couple of nights at Rookley Country Park, part of Island View Holidays. We have not been to the Isle of Wight before (well at least not as a family as I think Nick visited when he was a child). I … [Read more...] about Our Weekend At Rookley Country Park On The Isle Of Wight

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Madeira – Discovering The World’s Leading Island Destination – Part Two

amomentwithfranca · 3 January 2018 · 37 Comments

We really had an amazing time. You are probably here after reading my previous blog post, Madeira - Discovering The World’s Leading Island Destination - Part One.  This second post is about the remaining attractions and activities that we did during our trip to Madeira as well as … [Read more...] about Madeira – Discovering The World’s Leading Island Destination – Part Two

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Madeira – Discovering The World’s Leading Island Destination – Part One

amomentwithfranca · 2 January 2018 · 51 Comments

You are not going to imagine how excited we were to be invited on a press trip to Madeira thanks to Visit Madeira! A trip for two, surrounded with the most amazing views, the most delicious food, the most exhilarating activities, the best accommodation and last but certainly not … [Read more...] about Madeira – Discovering The World’s Leading Island Destination – Part One

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France – A Moment In Charente Maritime – Part 2

amomentwithfranca · 10 December 2017 · 14 Comments

You are probably here after reading my previous blog post, France - A Moment In Charente-Maritime - Part 1, which was about my first two days in the Charente-Maritime area in France, thanks to Office du Tourisme de La Rochelle. This blog post is for the remainder two days as part … [Read more...] about France – A Moment In Charente Maritime – Part 2

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France – A Moment In Charente-Maritime – Part 1

amomentwithfranca · 21 November 2017 · 32 Comments

I was invited on a wonderful press trip for 4 days by the Charente-Maritime Tourist Board with a group of other travel and foodie bloggers. We were about to experience the best of this area in France. We ate so many delicious dishes, stayed in some lovely hotels with mesmerising … [Read more...] about France – A Moment In Charente-Maritime – Part 1

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Three Days In Hamburg – Part 2

amomentwithfranca · 17 July 2017 · 4 Comments

You are probably here after reading my previous blog post Three Days In Hamburg - Part 1, which was about our first days in Hamburg, courtesy of the Come To Hamburg program. This blog post is about the remainder of our time in Hamburg. … [Read more...] about Three Days In Hamburg – Part 2

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Three Days In Hamburg – Part 1

amomentwithfranca · 10 July 2017 · 20 Comments

I have never been to Germany despite really wanting to visit for so long. Coming from a German school (Primary School), Germany has been high up on my bucket travel list for a long time. For some reason or another, I never had the chance to visit until this year. Nick and I were … [Read more...] about Three Days In Hamburg – Part 1

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Our Amazing Time at The Ellerby Country Inn in Yorkshire

amomentwithfranca · 27 February 2017 · 51 Comments

The last time we spent a few days away as a family was last year in Durham. Since then we have been away a few times visiting family, but not to stay somewhere we haven't visited before.  We were all very excited, especially the girls. I love that they both have a sense of … [Read more...] about Our Amazing Time at The Ellerby Country Inn in Yorkshire

Filed Under: Family, Food, Lifestyle, Press Trips, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: award winning B&B, B&B, Ellerby, eviivo, The Ellerby, Travel, Travelling with Kids, Whitby, Yorkshire

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, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: 1777 Restaurant, Basel, Basel Tourism, Christmas Market, Dollhouse Museum, Easy Yet, Fondue Stubli, Gatwick Express, Hotel Wettstein, Nomad Eatery, Press Trip, Tinguely Museum, 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: Blogging, Events, Press Trips, Travel Tagged With: E-Fluent Spot 5, event, International Event, Paris, Parole De Mamans, Selectour Afat

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

Heading to Paris for E-Fluent Spot 5

amomentwithfranca · 27 November 2016 · 49 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: Blogging, Events, Press Trips, Travel Tagged With: E-Fluent Spot 5, event, International Event, Mayane Group, Paris, Parole De Mamans, Selectour Afat

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

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

Castle Hotel Windsor Review

amomentwithfranca · 13 February 2016 · 41 Comments

Hola chicos, getting through January and February is not that easy as it feels like an eternity to finally start feeling some warmth and watching the sky getting sunnier. At the moment its wet and dark which is not very nice, so I was really in need of a good cheer up. I was … [Read more...] about Castle Hotel Windsor Review

Filed Under: Events, Press Trips, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: Castle Hotel Windsor MGallery Collection, Hotel, Mini Break, Tourism, Windsor, Windsor Castle

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