Kent Downs AONB and walking the North Downs Way Art Trail

We were invited to preview part of the new North Downs Way Art Trail in the Kent Downs AONB (area of natural beauty) that spans Surrey to Kent. If you follow our Instagram page or have read our other articles you'll know we are always ready for an adventure we can do as a family. When we travel abroad or anywhere in the UK, we walk everywhere. We think its the best and only way to truly experience the place your visiting. So when this opportunity came up we jumped at the chance! Initially, I thought this was going to be a story of views, walking trails and exploring an area of outstanding natural beauty. However, once I got there, it seemed to develop into something more.

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15 Easy to Reach European UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Looking for some easy-to-reach European UNESCO World Heritage sites? Explore some of the world's most beautiful places without leaving Europe! From incredible architectural sites to secluded natural wonders, there’s something for everyone on this list of 15 easy-to-reach UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Immerse yourself in culture, history and spectacular scenery as you take in these extraordinary destinations around the continent.

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Save Money on Dover Calais Ferries

Driving out onto the continent and leaving the White Cliffs of Dover in your rearview mirror is one of the best feelings out there! However ferry prices are on the rise and one of the best aspects about a driving holiday across the channel is that you can make it a bit cheaper. Here are 6 tips to ensure you can still save money on a Dover - Calais ferry crossing.

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Layer Marney Tower in Essex

I love finding places I have never been before. I especially love it when those places are right on my door step! Layer Marney Tower is a complete mix of grandeur and domesticity. One moment you are taking in the views on top of the lofty Tudor Gatehouse and the next you are jumping around with the chickens in the kids playground and the goats in the stables

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Go Ape Leeds Castle Kent Review

If you told your kids you were going to take them high up into the tree tops and let them play around like little monkeys for the afternoon, what do you think they would say? Well, that's exactly what we told our little munchkins when we went to Go Ape at Leeds Castle in Kent and they could not have been more excited! I earned some proper 'cool parent' points with this trip!

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