Is it just me or do children have special powers when it comes to falling ill at inopportune times? Like family holidays. They go downhill so fast too that one minute they’re merrily jumping in and out of the hotel pool and next minute you’re asking reception to book you a taxi to the nearest … Read more
Singapore is, no doubt, a destination that is known for its iconic buildings. I bet most of you could name Marina Bay Sands, The Raffles Hotel and maybe even some Peranakan shophouses on a picture round in a Zoom quiz. But did you know that a third of the island city-state is draped in greenery? … Read more
Singapore is a city-state of superlatives. If I’m ever asked where to go in Singapore you can guarantee the words tallest, greatest, highest, bestest will feature in the conversation because Singapore doesn’t do tourist attractions in half measures. With gardens full of ‘supertrees’, lush rainforests with suspension and sculptural bridges, a fusion of culture represent … Read more
On most flights I’ve taken between Europe and Australia I’ve chosen to fly via Singapore Airport not just because of my love of Singapore Airlines but because I always enjoy my experience at Changi Airport. It’s not just me who thinks the airport is great – Singapore Changi has won over 500 industry awards, making … Read more
Due to my distinct lack of a crystal ball, I’ve avoided talking about the future of travel on my channels up until now. After more than 3 months in lockdown in the UK, and longer in some places around the rest of the world, we’re not in a much clearer position to say with confidence … Read more
I wish I’d written a few more notes at the time of flying with a baby between Australia and the UK but I think I was so relieved to have survived the journey I wasn’t ready to relive it right-away! We flew to Australia with our son when he was 9 months old. In case … Read more
I’ve eaten a lot of my words since becoming a mum last year, not least of all the phrase ‘our travel style won’t change when we become parents.’ Because, while I’m clinging hard to the idea that I can continue to lounge in boutique hotels and enjoy long, leisurely brunches on our family holidays, I’ve … Read more
Since our son was 4 months old we travelled with the Silver Cross Jet Travel Stroller. Last year we wheeled it onto long-haul flights with a baby to USA, Australia and Singapore and bumped it over cobbles in Mykonos. With a lie-flat seat that is suitable from birth and an ultra-compact fold, which means it … Read more
For anyone planning family holidays in Cornwall for 2021 I thought it might be helpful if I finally shared the highlights from our holiday during the pandemic last summer. While not everything was open and we had to do a little pre-planning in terms of booking popular restaurants, we had a wonderful time exploring historic … Read more
I once spent just over 12 hours in transit at Doha Airport on the way to the Maldives and it wasn’t nearly as painful as I expected! There are quite a few things to do at Doha Airport that make a stopover here enjoyable. While not the cheapest airport to spend a long layover (the … Read more
