Welcome back to blog two about the wonderful attraction on the Isle of Wight that you might not have heard about. Our last travel blog was all about the Fired Art centre that allowed you to create and design your own works of art. Now it’s time for a little treat for all of you insect fans reading this blog. The butterfly farm is a treat for...

Winter in Scotland doesn’t just mean wrapping up warm. As with many places, there are plenty of celebrations and events to chase away the winter gloom. Glasgow, for instance, has its lights switched on each year in a magnificent display. The Christmas tree, George square and even the sky itself (courtesy of fireworks) are lit up for the gathered...

Welcome, to the first in a series of blogs about great things to do on the Isle of Wight. These blogs will highlight and inform you of some hidden gems that you might not find in local tourist attractions and your Isle of Wight Hotel might not be aware of. The first on our list of things to do is the Fired Art Ceramic Café. This is a must see place...

So much to do and so little time, so you will be forgiven for not having enough time to do everything that is on offer whilst enjoying your Holiday Accommodation Shanklin based break. There is one thing that I would suggest that you do before you leave to make your trip that little bit special: ‘Brading the Experience’. This is a great chance...

Foray into the world of self catering holidays and you won’t be disappointed. Eradicate the time restrictions put on you and your family for meal times, save the disappointment of a limiting and repetitive menu choice, avoid having to share your table with the family from hell. Self catering holidays give you the ultimate freedom and flexibility....

Cornish pastys (PAST-ies. I heard some American tourists pronouncing it PASTE-ie once) are known throughout the UK and are a staple of a family holiday in Cornwall. But what should really go in a Cornish pasty? A friend of mine remains adamant that a pasty should never contain carrots, and if it does, it’s definitely not a Cornish pasty. Yet...

In the UK, is there any spot more magical, more serene, more beautiful than the Gnome Reserve? Probably. How about in Devon? Yeah, there are probably more magical places in Devon too. There is not, however, anywhere more magical, more serene and more beautiful in West Putford than the Gnome Reserve. A haven for plants and wildlife, this mini-attraction...

Ever considered a short break in Pembrokeshire? No? Well, allow me to change your mind. Let’s start with how accessible it is. Located in South West Wales, London is just 4 hours away, Birmingham 3.5, the Severn Bridge 2 hours and Cardiff a mere 1.5 hours. Strong access to Britain’s motorway links really does make it a place worth visiting...

Half term is looming, and for all those parents who have only just recovered from the long summer holiday and are at a loss as to how to entertain the family for another full week, you have come to the right place. As winter sets in with the dreaded dark nights and rainy days why not pack you and your family off for a fun filled week staying in a...