Is DEET safe for kids?
It’s easy to forget as it gets easier than ever to hop on a plane to the tropics, that it’s not just exotic destinations which await. Call me a wet blanket but there’s often also tropical diseases,…
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Travel lessons learned: St Lucia
Each trip still has the capacity to surprise – and to reinforce lessons from previous travel. So, what did I learn this time, after our latest trip to St Lucia – my travel tips for St Lucia……
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Flying while pregnant: need to know
I’m living proof that there’s nothing to stop you flying while you’re pregnant – in fact, I’ve never been ushered to the front of as many queues as when I had a bump. Of course there are…
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National Trust 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾
Every time I come across the National Trust – from their school holiday activities to our visits to Osterley House – I’m reminded of their clever list of 50 things to do before you’re 11 3/4. I’ve always…
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Where to eat with kids in Paris – 5 family-friendly spots
Paris isn’t known for its family-friendly chains – but that’s no bad thing if you’re looking for somewhere to eat with the kids. Instead if you’re wondering where to eat with kids in Paris you’ll find brasseries,…
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Paris: Taking the Eurostar with a baby
It’s one of those questions which has always slightly puzzled me – is it better to travel or arrive? Apart from a few select exceptions, surely it’s always better to arrive. That goes doubly for travel with…
