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Destination Europe

Planning a trip to Fuerteventura with the kids: 4 essential tips

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September 22, 2023

If you’re thinking of planning a family trip to the Canary Islands in Spain, Fuerteventura should be high up on your list. With clear, shallow waters, a host of exciting activities, and an all-year-round sunny climate, it’s the perfect location to take the kids.

When organising your trip to this…


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Destination Published Articles

Find the Perfect Shapewear for Your Workout with Our Ultimate Guide

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September 20, 2023

Working out is all about feeling good and looking great, but what about shapewear? If you’re like most people, you may have wondered if it’s a good idea to wear shapewear while getting your sweat on. After all, you want to feel comfortable and confident at the gym, not…

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Destination UK

Review: National Motor Museum in Beaulieu

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August 28, 2023

The National Motor Museum in Beaulieu is one of our families favourite days out, because it is packed full of things for the whole family to enjoy.

The magic of Beaulieu is that it’s not just cars, although that is a big part of a day there.

Beaulieu is a picturesque…

Eliza Splashdown


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Destination UK

Top Tips for visiting Splashdown Quaywest

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August 18, 2023

Splashdown Poole is one of the kids favourite destinations to meet up with friends, with 13 thrilling flumes and splash zones for when they want a break.

Last weekend, we finally made it to their sister site, Splashdown Quaywest, which is situated right next to Goodrington Beach in Paignton, Devon,…

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Destination Rest of the World

What is Medical Tourism and Is It Right for You

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August 10, 2023

Medical tourism is hot and for good reason. When the only option at home is to get something done privately, you’re immediately paying through the nose. By travelling abroad, you can actually get those privately-funded treatments that aren’t covered by the National Health Service for less. This is true…

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Destination UK

Review: THE BODYGUARD Musical tour, Bournemouth Pavilion

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August 8, 2023

Last night we were invited to Bournemouth Pavilion for the opening night of The Bodyguard, which is in Bournemouth until Saturday 12th August, before it continues touring the UK until January 2024.

I remember seeing The Bodyguard film at the cinema when it first came out and it has stayed…

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Destination UK

Review: AirJumpX Giant Inflatable Obstacle Course

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August 6, 2023

This weekend we were invited to review AirJumpX, a brand new super-sized inflatable obstacle course at the Sir David English Sports Centre in Bournemouth.

This massive inflatable, which fills the sports hall, is packed with interactive challenges and thrills.

AirJumpX features include climbs, jumps and tumbles, parkour-style sections, a slam dunk,…


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Destination UK

Our Family Festival Packing List

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July 31, 2023

This is our tenth year at Camp Bestival and are now seasoned festival campers. Our packing list has evolved as technology changes and the kids get older, but it is essentially still the same.

Camp Bestival is held at Lulworth, a spectacular site in the heart of Dorset which is…

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Destination Europe

Review: Wieliczka Salt Mine – Kraków

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July 24, 2023

During our visit to Krakow in Poland, we had two must visit locations on our to do list – an Auschwitz-Birkenau tour and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Both these tourist attractions are located fairly close to each other, so we opted to book a combined tour with Viator.

We started the…


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Destination UK

Literary Escapes: Discovering Famous Literary Landscapes on Family Holidays in the UK

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July 13, 2023

Embarking on a family holiday in the UK can provide you with the perfect opportunity to explore the country’s rich literary heritage. From enchanting landscapes that inspired beloved novels to historic sites associated with famous authors, the UK offers a plethora of literary escapes. 

Prepare to embark on a journey…

KARA GUPPY
Bournemouth

Are we nearly there yet? is a new online blog run by me, Kara Guppy, and is named as such thanks to my daughter Eliza who always asks that very question when we are less than 5 minutes up the road heading off on our adventures. You may know me from my other family blog chelseamamma.co.uk