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Top 10 Things to Do in Ireland with Kids

“What are the top 10 things to do in Ireland with kids?”  Recently we were talking with friends about their impending family trip to Ireland, and they asked us for some tips on places to go. Like us, they were hiring a car and driving around the island of Ireland. But unlike us, some travelers […]

Top Things To Do With Kids In London

Going to London, England? We just spent a week-and-a-half in London and loved every minute! For us, it was the lead up to Christmas, so it was the season for festivities, Christmas Markets, English humor, street decorations, silly Christmas jumpers, and shopping! But between all that, we managed to see and do a lot. TIP: […]

London Accommodation – An Arty Apartment

Wanting to rent an apartment in London but tired of dealing with dodgy owners and broken down appliances?  Then we think we may have discovered a great concept that offers the most fabulous service. If you rent apartments when you travel, then you will love this. Read on….. Central Check-in Our black London cab drops us […]

Staying On A Boutique Barge in Little Venice London

Little Venice is a hidden gem of London, tucked away near Paddington.  Here, pretty decorated narrowboats and barges line the canals and waterways of London as ducks, geese, and swans glide on by the tea-colored water. We decided at the very last minute that because we were in France, that we would ‘pop over’ to London. […]

Bus, Train or Car: The Best Way to Get Around the UK

The UK is not the largest country in the world, but in order to travel from city to city, you will need to decide upon a mode of transport, as walking is not an option and cycling may not be wise. Most people drive or use public transport (train or bus). Each mode of transport […]

We are falling for Newcastle

We are finally leaving Continental Europe after nearly a year of road travel.  It has been an amazing year, and it has been a bit like a marathon race these past few months to get back here in time with the car. The insurance expires the day after we arrive back at midday. (Our last […]

Taking a bath in Bath

Taking a bath in Bath Our road trip continues, and we journey on towards Bath. As we draw closer we turn off the Motorway, and onto a road leading in. We decide to stop at a bakery for a toilet break, and as we do we spy the hotel we have booked for the night […]