holiday Archives – Emma Reed

6 Things To Think About Before You Book A Holiday

Posted on May 19, 2019November 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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If you’re planning to take a holiday soon but have no idea where to start then don’t worry, you have come to the right place. With so many different things to consider before you can book your trip, it is vital you are preparing as much as you possibly can in advance. Whether that means booking your airport parking or arranging temporary accommodation for your pets, you more you plan in advance the better. With that in mind, here are 6 things to think about before you book a holiday:

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little girl in a swimming pool on holiday

Choosing Your Holiday Destination For This Summer

Posted on April 2, 2019January 24, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Going on holiday is the highlight of our year and it is always a great time for us to unwind and enjoy some much-needed rest and relaxation. When the time comes to start booking your holiday for the summertime there is a world of choice and it can be hard for you to decide where you want to go for that relaxing break. Here are some of the things you can think about when choosing the right place for you this year.

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mum and child in the sea at sunset on holiday

Why We Are Taking Our Child Out Of School To Go On Holiday

Posted on January 27, 2019February 4, 2026 by Emma Reed

Ok, so as you know by now we are off to Florida in March. What I haven’t mentioned is the fact that we are going during term time and so we will be taking Jake out of school but there are good reasons for this. No, they may not be good enough for the school or Government to accept but for us, we need to do this.

You see, what they may not class as exceptional circumstances

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7 Reasons Why Our Florida Holiday Is Going To Be Amazing

Posted on November 28, 2018November 19, 2024 by Emma Reed

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I am so excited to be writing this post because by actually writing it down it makes it all so much more real… We are going to Florida! Since I was a child I have dreamt of walking barefoot down those beautiful white sandy beaches, paddling in the brilliant blue sea, exploring the varied coastline and of course, visiting Disney World!

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5 Top Tips to Prepare for Your Summer Holiday Abroad

Posted on June 25, 2018November 15, 2024 by Emma Reed

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As you know, we have recently come back from our family holiday in Crete. It was only the second time we’d taken Jake abroad and the first time we had taken a baby as we waited until Jake was 2 years old. We didn’t really know what to expect but we did plan everything down to the smallest detail to ensure that the travel side went as smoothly as possible and that the resort was perfect for our needs. So, if you are thinking about taking the kiddies abroad, here are my 5 tips to prepare for your summer holiday.

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Visiting Lake Kournas, Crete

Posted on June 3, 2018November 15, 2024 by Emma Reed

We have recently got back from a gorgeous family holiday in Crete and I am just sitting here dreaming of going back to the sea and the sun… bliss! We booked a fantastic family-friendly resort and spent most of our time in our ‘resort bubble’, just enjoying the pools, beach and evening meals and entertainment. It’s not often that we go on a holiday and don’t venture out much but with having two young children and no hire car, we decided that it was easier to stay put this time around. However, the hotel did offer a land train ride to the local tourist attraction, Lake Kournas which was a perfect way for us to travel there– Jake was incredibly excited– and it meant we could see a bit of what the local area had to offer on the short journey.

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What Can I Expect When Flying with a Baby?

Posted on May 20, 2018November 6, 2024 by Emma Reed

This is probably the most common question I googled prior to our family holiday this year; ‘What can I expect when flying with a baby?’ I had no idea. I didn’t know if it would be a hassle manoeuvring my way through the airport, I didn’t know if the baby would sleep or scream, I didn’t know how the other passengers would react and so on.

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