holidays Archives – Emma Reed

THE Guide to Summer Holiday in Germany

Posted on July 6, 2020September 4, 2026 by Emma Reed

*Written in collaboration with Emily Jones

Germany is a country with numerous interesting attractions. If you are a lover of history or want to experience a modish culture, Germany should be on top of your summer holiday places list. The country is home to beautiful castles that carry great significance in the history of world architecture. The beautiful landscapes within the country create breathtaking views for you to enjoy while on your summer holiday.

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plane wing in a blue sky with a few clouds

My Tips For Coping With Flying Guilt In An Eco-Conscious World

Posted on February 21, 2020January 27, 2026 by Emma Reed

As you all know, I have become far more eco-conscious over the last two years and as I continue to research more areas it has become very apparent that there are an awful lot of things that we all do every single day that has an impact on our planet. Whether that’s waste, plastic pollution, CO2 emissions, chemicals from products, animal testing… It seems never-ending. I have so far made many a swap, a lifestyle change and even more recently a diet change (I went vegetarian in January) but there is one environmental issue that is hanging over me like a big black cloud and it feels that way because I know it is something I could never stop doing and that’s flying.

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The Best Ways to Beat Your Holiday Blues

Posted on May 26, 2018November 17, 2025 by Emma Reed

We’ve only been back from our family holiday abroad for a couple of days and I already feel as though we’ve been back ages. The bad weather that greeted us didn’t help, the reminder of having to find a new car as I looked at my battered Astra when we arrived home (sigh), the immediate start of washing and cleaning and thinking about routines coming back into play… urgh, take me back! And this is why I suffer badly with the holiday blues. It happens almost every time I come back, especially if the holiday has been extra special and it can take me a week or more to fully settle into being home again.

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What To Do With Pets When You Go On Holiday

Posted on January 1, 2018December 11, 2025 by Emma Reed

*Collaborative Post

Going on holiday is a fun, exciting time. However, if you are a pet owner, it can also be a little bit stressful. You need to organise what you are going to do with your pets while you are on holiday well in advance of leaving for your holiday. You all love your pets, as I do and I know how tough it can be to leave them behind. Here are a few options of what you can do with your pets when you go on holiday.

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John O’Groats To Cape Town: Travelling Down The Map

Posted on October 26, 2017January 24, 2026 by Emma Reed

*Collaborative Post

When it comes to long-distance travelling, a lot of people have some big ideas about the places they’d like to see. Over the years, through seeing other people’s images, along with television appearances, it’s easy to build up a list of the places you need to see. Of course, choosing locations is one thing; planning a route is another. To help you out with this, this post will be exploring a trip like no other, travelling from John O’Groats, the Northernmost town in the UK, to Cape Town, one of South Africa’s furthest South cities, to give you an idea of how to can embark on your own adventure.

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8 reasons to book an in-inclusive holiday

8 Reasons To Book An All-Inclusive Holiday

Posted on October 19, 2017November 12, 2024 by Emma Reed

*Collaborative Post

Prior to becoming a parent, myself and my other half would happily book a last-minute holiday, booking all of our arrangements separately and working out where to eat and what to do once we arrived. This lead to us having a mixture of amazing holidays and also some disastrous ones… being scammed in Tunisia

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Why Southsea is a great day out for all the family

Posted on April 20, 2017November 11, 2024 by Emma Reed

I have lived in Hampshire all my life and spent a lot of my childhood visiting the great places it has to offer. Certain places hold special memories for me and the coast, especially Southsea and Hayling Island, were two of my Mum’s favourite destinations.

Southsea is located in Portsmouth at the southern end of Portsea Island and is most well-known for its castle, its naval history, the events which take place on the common and its pier. Each time I visit there seems to be a new gem to discover. As a child, I would enjoy the funfair, arcades, the Pyramids Centre and I adored the model village. As an adult, I have loved going down there for a long dog walk and to pick up a treat of honeycomb for the journey home! Since having Jake we have found Southsea to be a perfect place to visit from being baby up until now at three.

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