California’s northern counties. There are wide sandy beaches that go on for miles, spectacular coastline, abundant wildlife and seaside communities. Norfolk even has surfers! Like the Northern California coast, there’s an untouched ruggedness and tranquility that eventually gets found out by the masses. Dubbed Cotswolds-by-the-Coast because of the amount of Farrow & Ball that has been used in […]
You won’t be short of things to do when you visit the historic city of Cambridge no matter what time of year. From punting on the River Cam to visiting the colleges – children – especially older ones – will be just as awed by the uni atmosphere as the majestic architecture. And if history isn’t your […]
London is such a wonderful place to visit with the family. From the world’s top museums, parks and open spaces, tourist attractions, shopping to hidden gems, we are spoilt with choice. As part of our sponsored project with the Royal Garden Hotel to promote their new Family Explorer Package, we asked top family bloggers to share their favourite […]
Susanna Scott is co-founder of BritMums and a travel blogger at A Modern Mother. Here she reviews The Residence at Gwel an Mor in Cornwall. Her accommodation was provided for the purpose of the review. The first thing you notice when you see Cornwall’s Gwel an Mor is the views. They stretch above high above Portreath […]
I really wanted to like this book. The whole idea of the act of chasing happiness having the adverse affect intrigues me. After all, who doesn’t want to be happy? Aren’t we all on that journey? But I found the author got in my way. Having spent half my life in the US, her sweeping […]
Dreaming of visiting Napa Valley’s legendary wine country, but not sure you should bring the kids? Won’t they get restless while you go on and on about wine? What if they start pulling each other’s hair and in their best annoying voice start asking if it’s time to GO HOME? Admittedly many opt to leave the kids at home when visiting […]
Thinking of visiting Central Florida? Although we agree everyone has to visit “The Big Four” at least once, it’s not just about the world-famous theme parks! With the headwaters of the Florida Everglades at its southern tip, there are natural landscapes to explore, including ecotourism opportunities. The tourist board for the city on Disney’s doorstep has just published this infographic […]
It blows my mind that this is the UK! #Bryer #IslesofScilly #scilly #familytravel #travel #uk #scillyviews #scillyisles A photo posted by Susanna Scott ~ travel (@amodernmother) on Sep 3, 2015 at 11:12am PDT Have you been to Scilly? That’s what I’ve asked everyone I know recently. I’m obsessed with this British archipelago which […]
We’re pleased that SuperSavvyMe is at BritMums Live this year. Read on to find out what they are doing on their stand… SuperSavvyMe is a website, powered by P&G, that offers the latest reviews, expert advice, special offers, recipes and more – all designed to make sure that you are in the know and ahead of […]
It’s an age-old question, what to wear to BritMums Live! You can always get inspiration from our “What I’m Wearing to BritMums Live” Pinterest board. There are a few rules of thumb: – Be comfortable – Slip on sensible footwear – Be yourself – Be fabulous Luckily, sponsor Joules Clothing has solved the dilemma and […]
We’re working with Birds Eye with a Twitter Party to give ideas on how to inject a little variety into meals and #mixupyourmenu! Our #MixUpYourMenu Twitter party on Tuesday is the place to share your tips, tricks and tasty family meals. I used the opportunity to turn a burger into a Mexican burger. Check out […]
We’re working with Birsds Eye, looking for ideas on how to “Mix Up Your Menu”. Susanna, a California native, came up with Baja Fsh Tacos. How do you mix up the menu?
There’s so much to do in London as a family, sometimes it’s hard to narrow it down to a specific area let alone activities that all will enjoy. The South Bank area, and neighbouring Westminster, is especially attractive. There are museums, theatres, a giant ferris wheel, the seat of government and a working river to explore […]
Sonoma for kids Think Sonoma, and you probably think of wine tasting. And it’s no wonder, this California county has more than 400 wineries, ranging from simple and rustic to downright luxurious. The tasting rooms buzz with knowledgeable staff, local wine buffs and tourists in shorts offering their views on the prolifically produced beverage. Couple […]
Ever since Jan and Dean dubbed it “Surf City USA,” Huntington Beach has lived up to the name. With 10 miles of sandy beaches (there are five to choose from) and “endless summer” temperatures consistently in the 70s, it’s a classic Californian surf town perfect for catching a wave. It’s also a fab one-stop destination for families wanting a base […]
I smile every time I speak with my Speck contact. It’s all about style AND protection, she tells me. She is talking of course about their gorgeous device cases, which come in just about every colour and pattern. They are durable and have saved my iPhone from #crackage and #shatterscreen at least 99 times. The […]
Let’s face it: holidays abroad with families can be expensive. Between the cost of travel itself, accommodation and eating out – the Euros can quickly add up. Camping is not really my cup of tea – there is too much kit to bring. However, a mobile home – where you have real beds, gas, electrics […]
One of the most hotly anticipated parts of BritMums Live is the Literary Speed Dating. We’re delighted to feature the literary agents Luigi Bonomi Associates again — they will be listening to your book ideas and pitches and giving you one-to-one feedback. The folks at LBA are friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about hearing your projects. […]
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