Mothers travelling without their kids. It’s such a contentious topic. I’ve been labelled a bad mum, a selfish mum, self centred and spoiled. But here’s why I choose to do it anyway – and you should too!
We took a road trip through France with planned stops in Paris, Rouen, and St John De Monts where we spent the week surfing and barely left the beach. But one of the most memorable stops on our trip wasn’t one we’d planned at all. We were driving from St John De Monts to Rouen…
The Pokemon European Championships 2026 will be held in London from February 13-15, featuring spectator tickets available for purchase. The event includes tournaments, activities, meet and greets, and a pop-up Pokemon store, promising excitement for fans and families.
We unexpectedly stumbled across the Tsuyu-no-Tenjinja Shrine when we were walking around Osaka, as it was located close to our hotel. Despite not being a shrine that’s in the guide books or on the ‘must visit’ list, this patch of quiet and serenity in the heart of the city and surrounded by skyscrapers was one…
Not only is Tokyo Disneyland considered one of the best Disney theme parks in the world, but it’s also the most affordable. The cost of entry tickets, food, and merchandise is considerably lower in Tokyo Disneyland than in the Paris or American Parks. We were so pleasantly surprised! If you only visit one theme park…
This post offers an updated 5-day family itinerary for Tokyo, emphasizing the city’s blend of modern attractions, cultural experiences, and family-friendly activities. It highlights essential reservations, must-see locations, and encourages strategic planning for a fulfilling visit.
We explored Harajuku with two young kids – here’s what we loved, what we didn’t expect, and why we think its worth a visit.
Biggest boy recently turned 12, and for his birthday he asked if we could visit Billund instead of the usual party/presents. He’s a huge Lego fan, and has seen so many videos of the Lego House. It’s been his dream to visit since it first opened. So that’s what we did! I’m not a huge…
If you only read one Butlins Christmas review make it this one – we’ve visited Butlins half a dozen times (twice at Christmas) and we want to help you have the best trip possible!
Have you heard of extreme day tripping? Neither had I, until my friend convinced me to try one! It’s a new trend that sees you fly to another country for just one day (via budget airline, of course). All the fun of experiencing a new destination without the expense or time constraints of an overnight…
Black Friday has been and gone: an odd holiday for us Brits, in my opinion at least, because we don’t celebrate Thanksgiving the day before, and the two seem inextricably linked. We’re working really hard to reduce our consumerism in this house, so I didn’t do a lot of shopping on Black Friday (Spoiler: I…
By far the most popular post I have written on this blog is my quick guide to how to get tickets to the Pokemon Cafe in Tokyo. I admit that this was no mean feat, and we had 2 false starts before we got the booking for the day we wanted, but if you can…
By far one of the cheapest ‘big attraction’ activities that we did during our time in Osaka was to ride the Hep Five ferris wheel. If you’re not familiar, this big red ferris wheel is considered one of the icons of the city. It sits on the very top level of the Hep Five mall…
One of the first things Mr Mumtravellife wanted to do when we visited Tokyo was to visit Teamlabs Planets. If you’re not familiar, Teamlabs Planets is a digital, immersive art gallery space and a huge tourist attraction. All of your senses are simulated here, from walking through water to bouncing around enormous balls. It stimulates…
Spending time with kids and giving them a good time doesn’t have to be all theme parks and expensive flights. We’re big fans of free fun too! To celebrate the start of the Christmas season, we decided to take a walk around Norwich (our closest city) and see all of the Christmas lights in the…
I’ve you’ve been here before, you’ll know that we love Universal Studios Japan! In fact, one of the main reasons we added Osaka to our last Tokyo itinerary was because the boys were so desperate to visit Super Nintendo World. So you can imagine how high the excitement levels are at the announcement that the…
The Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel offers a family-friendly stay with spacious rooms, excellent transport links, and a luxurious feel. Ideal for visiting Tokyo Disneyland, it is highly recommended despite its higher price point.
The Scottish Deer Centre is a wildlife park featuring various animals, especially deer. The ‘pay what you can’ entry allows affordability, with many engaging activities for children, making it a highly recommended visit.
Looking for gifts for kids who travel? This is the definitive gift guide, with gifts for every type of travelling kid!
Are there any kids that don’t go through a phase of being absolutely crazy for Harry Potter? Our youngest is deep in his Harry Potter phase. Books, films, toys, and most of our conversations revolve around the Wizarding World. So when we were in Edinburgh this week, officially the birthplace of Harry Potter, we knew…