Are We There Yet Kids

25/07/2022

You know that feeling when you find the perfect place to stay? Thats exactly what we got when we checked in to near Bordeaux. It’s the ideal combination of style and comfort with a gorgeous restaurant, beautiful rooms, fabulous spa and even a cinema. You must check it out the next time you’re in France. Read the review linked in my bio for more on why we loved it so much.
Where’s your favourite hotel?

19/07/2022

Chateau hopping in the Dordogne has to be one of my favourite things to do in France. I love the architecture, the grounds and of course the blissfully cool interiors. Many of them are privately owned and homeowners will show you around for a small fee. Opening their home on certain days of the week. Of course there are plenty you can prebook online, taking an organised tour but my top tip is to drive around from town to town, pulling in when you see a sign. You’re bound to find a hidden gem!
Discover more things to do in the dordogne with kids by clicking the link in my bio.
Which is your favourite French château?

14/07/2022

Whenever the weather gets really hot we always hunt out water. Be that the sea, a pool, lake or river. The dordogne river is a great place for a cooling paddle and we found this charming spot in the charming village of Lalinde. It’s one of those picture perfect French villages where slow travel is the only way possible.
I’ll pop some more pics in my stories or you can click the link in my bio to discover more.
How are you staying cool in this heat?

05/07/2022

Chantilly, France, famous for sweet whipped cream, lace and horse racing but well worth a visit for the delightful Main Street, gorgeous Chateau, museums and laid back way of French life. Scroll through for more pics of town. ❤️ being around 25 miles north of Paris it’s the ideal place for a stop off if you’re road tripping through France.
What makes you plan a stop off on a road trip? I’m all about the views 🥰

15/06/2022

Probably my favourite of the 17,684,824 shots I took of the tower during our trip to Paris, not because it’s the clearest, or best angle or even the composition but I just love that heart shaped cloud poking round the side. A pure accident that I didn’t even realise until I was reviewing the photos which perfectly captures how I feel about the city of love ❤️
Have you ever taken a perfectly timed shot by accident? .
Click the link in my bio to discover more brilliant places to take photos of the Eiffel Tower 🇫🇷 ❤️

26/05/2022

Scarborough is a great place for a family holiday in the U.K. and I’ve found the perfect place to stay! The Sands - Scarborough is a gorgeous holiday complex overlooking north bay beach with luxury apartments catering to every group size.
Read all about my stay https://arewethereyetkids.com/fabulous-scarborough-accommodation-self-catering-at-the-sands/
A huge thank you to the team at The Sands for hosting our stay. 🥰

16/05/2022

Trick shot most definitely not nailed 😂😂🤦‍♀️ but at least we tried! And I don’t think there’s a prettier place to fail! Piper was obsessed with getting the perfect shot at the stunning Louvre museum in Paris but I prefer the near misses. Scroll for more shots of this stunning art gallery. 💙🤍❤️
Where’s your favourite place to try a trick shot?

07/04/2022

The Easter holidays are right around the corner and for us it doesn’t feel like they can come soon enough! We’ll be hopping on a plane for the first time since October and hopefully seeing some lovely sunny days.
If you’re headed to the dordogne region of france then I highly recommend visiting the delightful town of Bergerac. Read more about why I love this riverside town so much by clicking the link in my bio! 🇫🇷
Where are you headed for the holidays?

30/03/2022

Empty beaches are my favourite kind of beaches. It helps when we can let the dog run free without the fear she’ll steal someone’s sandwiches and Piper can have plenty of space to play in the waves. I spend a crazy amount of time researching secret beaches and only visit the popular places out of season or just before sunset.
Soar Mill Cove on the south west coast path was deserted when we were there a couple of weeks ago and I think it’s my new favourite spot in Devon.
What are your top tips for finding quiet beaches?

21/03/2022

What’s the most unique transportation you’ve tried? This is the sea tractor at Burgh Island in south Devon. When the tide is high it takes visitors across the shallow stretch of water to reach the island. It’s only £2 each way and a super quirky activity to add to your Devon bucket list.

07/03/2022

During our recent winter trip to Cornwall we visited the Bodmin Jail Attraction . It was the perfect place to escape the cold wet weather and full of all the thrills and chills you'd expect from such an historical location. Click the link to read my full review of this brilliant immersive attraction and learn why you should definitely add it to your Cornish Bucket List.
https://arewethereyetkids.com/the-bodmin-jail-experience-cornwall/

03/02/2022

Crantock beach on the North Cornish coast really is a stunner! It’s backed by gorgeous sand dunes and the Gannel river which leads out to sea is the perfect place for a paddle if the waves are a bit cold. When the tide is out you can walk all the way across to Vugga cove just over this little river. It’s our favourite sheltered spot on the beach. Plus there’s the fabulous a short walk up the coastpath which has amazing views across the waves. It’s the ideal spot for a drink with a view 😍
There’s a national trust car park just behind the crantock dunes, so free for members to visit.
Do you have a favourite beach you return to again and again? 🏝

31/01/2022

St Ives is another hugely popular fishing town in Cornwall. And one we tend to avoid over the summer months. The pace of life in winter is lovely and laid back and the beaches are practically empty. Bliss!
Have you been to St Ives?
Discover more of my favourite places to visit in Cornwall in winter. Just click the link in my bio ⬆️

18/01/2022

When we visited Padstow in the summer we could hardly move for the crowds, let alone get a table at one of the many gorgeous restaurants.
Once the Christmas craziness has died down, Padstow empties out and resembles a fishing village of old. You are once again free to explore at your leisure. I think it’s absolutely stunning 🤩 Do you try to visit popular places out of season?
Read more about Cornwall in the winter in my latest post. Linked in my bio ⬆️

14/12/2021

What starts the festive season for you? For me it's a trip to the panto and on Friday night I officially started to feel christmassy. We were invited to opening night at the Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall for to watch the wonderful Cinderella. Obviously we didn't make it last year and I don't think I realised just how much I had missed it until the curtain came up and I shed a little tear of joy. The whole performance was fast paced, hilarious and utterly magical from start to finish.

Read more in my latest review post and make sure you book a ticket quick. You will not be disappointed!

A night out at the Regent Theatre Panto is precisely what we need right now. This year it's Cinderella and it's as joyous as ever!

18/11/2021

Have you ever been to a World Expo? Do you know what one is?! I’ll admit, before our half term trip to Dubai it was never high on my bucket list but that has all changed since our magical day at Expo 2020. Click the link in my bio to discover why we loved it so much, what we learned and exactly what an expo is!

09/11/2021

Autumn feels like it’s well and truly arrived over the last week. The weather has turned a lot cooler and trees are vibrant with rusts, oranges and browns. It’s my favourite time of year for hiking in the woods but that does mean we need some super sturdy footwear to cope with the mud, puddles and cold toes.
This weekend we tested out our new Bellows Ridge Flex hiking boots from our favourite outdoorsy brand, They’re super comfortable, stylish and the dry membrane kept our toes cosy even when jumping in muddy puddles. Plus the All Terrain outsole gave us plenty of grip hiking up slippy trails. They’re even great for tree swinging (swipe to see more!).

The innovative accordion style Bellows Flex technology requires less energy for hikers to bend and walk meaning a more comfortable hike and longer lasting footwear. It’s amazing the difference a good boot can make, we had no grumbles from Piper despite the 5 miles. She was practically prancing along. The lace lock bungee style laces on the kids boots also made it easy for her to pull on her own boots even with slightly numb glove free fingers!

Aside from making super high quality footwear, Keen is the type of company I’m always happy to support. They genuinely believe in sustainability and giving back. Eyelets are made from recycled aluminium, webbing is from recycled plastic bottles and they’re always looking for new ways to support the planet and communities making a difference.

Head over to to order your own Ridge Flex boots, I promise your feet will thank you for it!

A massive thank you to Keen for gifting us these fab boots.

15/07/2021

This weekend I had a couple of days away with my best friend of 30 years. We stayed in her camper, had bbqs, put the world to rights and walked 15 miles of the Cleveland Way.
It felt absolutely amazing after the last 18 months to feel so free again. No kids, dogs or husbands to look after, just us as we were in our school and uni days. I returned feeling fully restored, with a full heart and ready for anything. Old friendships just have a way of doing that.❤️
Do you make time to get away with friends? Tag your bestie in the comments and let them know how important they are 😍😍

06/07/2021

What are your summer plans? We’ve two weeks left before the holidays and although some travel restrictions are easing I still don’t feel quite ready to book a flight. We’ve just had too many cancellations and I can’t take the rollercoaster of emotions watching the updated lists every few weeks.
Instead we’ll be exploring more of the U.K. and hunting down more great beaches like this one at Seaham on the Durham Heritage coastline. It’s one of the best places in the U.K. for finding sea glass!
You can read more about these beaches in my latest blog (link in the bio)

30/06/2021

Beaches are definitely what we’ve missed the most this year. Being based in the Midlands it hasn’t been possible to get to the coast very often. So when we headed to Northumberland I knew we would spend plenty of time in the sand. Despite it being the U.K. school holidays we found them virtually empty with plenty of space for everyone.
Where do you head to when you’re looking for space at the beach?

24/06/2021

Do you struggle to find kids footwear that will take you from challenging hikes to rook pooling at the beach that don’t fall apart after a couple of wears? I think I’ve found the perfect solution with . We’ve been putting their kids Verano sandals to the test and they’ve stood up to every challenge we’ve thrown at them! They have plenty of grip which means no sliding off rocks, are quick drying so we can go from river to trail without any moaning and are lightweight and fully adjustable so Piper doesn’t have to worry about sore feet after a day adventuring.
My hard to please tween thinks they’re super stylish and has loved throwing off her usual hot and heavy walking boots now the weather’s picking up for summer.
Scroll through for more pics and head over to for more details.
Have you discovered Keen footwear yet?

15/06/2021

We can't wait to get back to France and this brilliant list of the 15 best destinations has got me eager to start planning again. Check out if your favourite has made it onto the list. Thanks for piecing it all together Navigation Ju**ie

Discover some of the best family friendly cities in France, full of great beaches, stunning architecture, castles, and more!

09/06/2021

Do you have pets? These two are totally best friends, and are constantly finding new ways to entertain each other. Especially on our family hikes chasing sticks or on days at the beach jumping through the waves.
This hike was over at Downs Banks a lovely place for a walk in the Staffordshire countryside. Scroll through for more pics.

03/06/2021

How’s everyone’s week been? Have you managed to get out and enjoy this amazing weather?
This half term break has felt much needed and we’ve been taking it slow with day trips and long family hikes.
This one is from Ilam Hall in the Peak District to the iconic stepping stones at Dovedale. It’s one of our favourites in the area ❤️ Scroll through for more pics.

26/05/2021

Bristol is an amazing city to visit with kids. There's so much to do with a really lovely family friendly feel. Check out this ultimate guide to Bristol with kids including things to do, where to stay what to do if it rains.



https://arewethereyetkids.com/visiting-bristol-with-kids-the-ultimate-destination-guide/

13/05/2021

One of the many things we’ve missed this year has been catching a wave. 🌊 So I was super excited to discover an inland surfing lake near Bristol which offers surfing lessons for all ages and abilities. Needless to say we had an absolute ball at The Wave and it totally satisfied Pipers seaside cravings..... for now!
click the link to discover more.
Do you or your kids like to surf? 🏄‍♀️ 🌊

https://arewethereyetkids.com/inland-surfing-at-the-wave-bristol-with-kids/

13/05/2021

Love this round up of day trips from London from Noel Morata Photography As the UK starts to open up again I'm definitely going to start planning a few trips! Are you ready for your next day trip?

https://travelphotodiscovery.com/day-trips-from-london/

Fantastic day trips from London – easy, fun and accessible places to visit There are so many fantastic day t

07/05/2021

“The day it all began”
What do you give the man who has everything?! This week we celebrated my husbands birthday so it’s a question I’ve asked a lot over the last month! I was over the moon when I discovered The Day That... and just knew I’d found the perfect gift! This wonderful Cornish company have been photographing the sunrise around Carbis Bay everyday since 2005. All you do is pick a date close to your heart and they’ll deliver a personalised stunning shot straight to your door.
I went for our wedding day and was blown away by the quality of what we received. It really is lovely to see the sunrise in one of the most beautiful places on earth on one of the happiest days of our lives. And I know it’s a gift we’ll treasure forever.
And the husbands opinion? Yes, there were a few happy tears 😂🥰

Click the link for a unique promo code for 10% off your order. https://arewethereyetkids.com/the-perfect-personalised-gift-for-beach-lovers/
Do you have a family member you struggle to buy gifts for? 🎁 🌅
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28/04/2021

Have you booked a staycation yet? There’s a lot of rumours going around about which countries are going to be on the green, amber and red list 😬 and I would like nothing more than to book a flight somewhere far away.... But..... If I’m honest, I’m a bit nervous about it all. So fingers crossed we’ll be down in beautiful Cornwall for the summer and I’m still planning somewhere for the end of May. Any recommendations gratefully received!
Where’s your favourite place for a staycation? 🌍

21/04/2021

Piper has always said she wishes she was at her wedding 🤣 yep, we can never have anything just for us 😂🤦‍♀️So when we were in Vegas last year I knew we couldn’t miss the chance to renew our vows and have a little mini wedding.
It was a totally magical experience, far more emotional than I thought it would be. We were married by a brilliant Elvis, wrote some very personal vows, there were tears and giggles all round. Being just the three of us made it even more special and now Pipers ticked something else off her bucket list! 🤣
You can read about how we involved Piper in the day and see some more pics in my blog post. Just click the link in my bio ⬆️ 👰 🕺
Would you get married or renew your vows in Vegas?