14 Essentials to pack when Travelling With Kids

*This post contains affiliate links If you are anything like me then your often pack in a rush or wishing you had started earlier so having a packing list is really important especially as I hate taking anything unnecessary especially when travelling with kids as you can really feel the extra weight (as a parent I usually end up carrying their stuff as well as mine).   There are however a few essential items that really do make travelling with kids easier and less stressful and that's what you really want on a family holiday or mini-break away. So here are 10 essentials to grab before heading off on a family trip.  1) Snacks, ALL the Snacks! Snacks are a must-have when you have children and never underestimate the power of snacks. You never know when they will get hungry while travelling and when they do you will know about it as kids can quickly become "hangry" or impatient if they need to wait until the next mealtime. Be sure to pack plenty of snacks in your suitcases s......

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5 health checks you should do before travelling

* This post contains affiliate links In the current climate, precautions are our first stop before travelling anywhere. As the world is slowly opening up again, we have to do all we can to stay safe and keep on top of our health, and even more so when we are away from home. There are a few simple things you should do before heading off on your travels, while it can't prevent all illnesses they can reduce the likelihood and that is essential right now. Of course, it goes without saying that you need to adhere to any entry requirements with regards to Covid and tests before travelling but here are 5 additional health checks you also should do. 1. Have a dental checkup I have personal experience of having dental pain while travelling and it's not nice at all! A simple check-up could have prevented that from happening. Your bi-annual check can give you an overall look at your dental health and check for any loose fillings, or cavities that may become problematic and can fix any i......

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Essential Items to Bring on Your Local Outings

*This post contains affiliate links  While we are still on lockdown here in Wales, the restrictions have slowly started to ease, one being able to enjoy the outdoors again, safety of course. Unlike England, in Wales, we cannot drive to beauty spots and our outdoor time has to be taken from our front door, saying that a lot of Wales is rural or semi-rural and even our cities have plenty of green spaces so most have access to quiet outdoor spaces. Just because you are heading off somewhere local it's still important to be prepared. I have some mountain and woodland paths near my home and on one outing two weeks ago we came across a couple where the woman had fallen and broken her ankle coming down a steep path - certainly not the ideal thing to do during lockdown (or at anytime). The best way to prepare for an enjoyable, comfortable, and safe outing is to do a little planning in advance. Planning an outing with your family or members of your household is not onl......

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7 Family Travel Safety Tips for hassle-free travel

*Contains affiliate links   Most people love to travel, explore somewhere new, whether that means lying in the beach and soaking up the sun rays or getting off the beaten track or being more action-packed by hitting the slopes or hiking up mountains, either way, there is something we all have in common and that is wanted to stay safe while on the road. Before having kids I backpacked around Europe for around 2yrs and I had a blast but there was the odd occasion I felt unwell or caught a virus and needed to see a doctor and it can be tricky when you're in a foreign country. Another time my Airbnb or Couchsurfing host cancelled on me last minute and I needed to find somewhere to stay or simply getting lost on local transport systems - all of these experiences where learning curves and I feel have provided good groundwork for safe travels with kids. So I thought I would share with you 5 things you need to do before setting off as they can save you time, money and hassle and ......

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