Today I'm thinking about monochrome swimwear. Timeless and sophisticated, who doesn't love how versatile monochrome colour schemes are, especially I think in bikinis, swimsuits and kaftans? Each of these pieces would suit most shapes and sizes. By adding a cover, take you from lazing or splashing around in the pool to going for wander around the area, or add a heel, and maybe a bright thin belt to draw in the waist, and well, all the way to a … [Read more...]
Afternoon Tea at the Lancaster Hotel, London
Sometimes it's hard to know how to keep the kids entertained during the summer holidays - I know I struggle. With my son being the grand old age of 11-years-old, he is quite particular about the things he likes - it comes with the age unfortunately, and so when the Lancaster Hotel in London asked us if we would like to try out their Afternoon Tea, I knew I would be winning top parent points if I said yes! The hotel is easy to find - it's only … [Read more...]
Snoozebox at The Eden Project
A couple of weeks ago, I was lucky enough to attend The Eden Sessions down at the Eden Project in Cornwall. You can read more about that over at WitWitWoo, but I thought I would take this opportunity to talk about the accommodation that was provided. The Eden Project partners with the Youth Hostel Association (YHA) and offer a sleeping solution for visiting guests called Snoozeboxes. A Snoozebox is a small hotel room in a shipping … [Read more...]
Grange Wellington Hotel : A Hidden Gem
I always find staying in hotels one of life's most glorious luxuries. Especially if I find myself in a room on my own. Now don't get me wrong, I love holidaying with Dexter but there's something really decadent about spending the night alone in a hotel room. And a couple of weeks ago, I found myself doing just that. Dexter was away for the week with his school and BritMums Live blogging conference was taking place that weekend. I was due to be … [Read more...]
My Top Summer Reads
As I look out of my office window (I say 'office', I mean 'cafe'), and I don’t want to jinx anything, but I think summer might finally be here. Yes, it’s a little windy and living in the UK means I live my life being prepared for every weather eventuality, but the sun is shining at last. I’m going to Turkey in July and the countdown has most definitely begun. I debated whether to tell my son about the holiday, fearing the constant, “How many … [Read more...]