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If you are looking for somewhere to stay on Bournemouth beach with unbeatable access to the seafront and plenty of character then we have a top recommendation for you. We were invited to Bournemouth for a winter break and booked into Bournemouth Beach Lodges at Boscombe. Here’s our review of…
Read moreShhhh! Don’t tell anyone but Devon isn’t just a summer destination. In fact there’s plenty to do outside of the main holiday season – take it from a local! But let’s keep this our secret – the beaches are bliss! If you’re wondering what to do in the South West…
Read moreIf you are planning on grabbing some autumn or winter sun then you’ll need to refresh your wash bag. Out go the creams for dry, chapped skin and in go the Factor 50+ holiday toiletries that you will need for a gloriously warmer climate. *Advertisement feature* I wrote this post…
Read moreStuck for what to get your kids this Christmas? Give them an experience rather than another toy! In this post I’ve included some of the best UK Christmas days out with kids in 2019. I can guarantee that it’s not that whizzy new piece of plastic that my kids babble on about…
Read moreWe’re yet to go on a family ski holiday but regular Tin Box Traveller contributor, Katie de Pelet, has just got back from her first…and it sounds incredible! If you’re based in the South West of England like us, then it’s worth searching for ski resorts near Geneva, which can be easily reached…
Read moreDon’t let shorter days and duller skies put you off making the most of the winter months. There’s plenty of amazing things to do in Europe in winter. From family breaks and weekend getaways to festive events close to home, here’s inspiration for wintery adventures all within a few hours…
Read moreSparkle? Check! Fairy tales? Check! Dancing princesses? Check! Oh, and a dazzling 50ft Christmas tree spreading festive cheer through the medium of light and sound? Check! Could there be a more magical winter experience than Longleat Festival of Light in Wiltshire? After being invited to review the UK’s largest Chinese lantern…
Read moreIf you are looking for easy walks on Bodmin Moor with children then we can recommend a couple we tried during a winter holiday in Cornwall. Below are the routes we took and some tips for doing these walks. Read more of my ideas and recommendations for family holidays in Cornwall….
Read moreAfter the excitement of Christmas, the first few months of the new year can feel like an anti-climax. Many people use the winter as a good excuse for a foreign holiday. I can’t blame them for wanting to feel the warm sunshine on their faces – who doesn’t love that?…
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