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For our first post-lockdown holiday abroad we headed to Corfu. With promises of beautiful beaches and delicious food, we were sold. For our week-long break we checked into the Mayor La Grotta Verde Grand Resort in Corfu after reserving on booking.com. The five-star stay was amazing and the perfect beach break. Here’s everything you need …
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Having just returned from Glastonbury Festival, I can safely say I slept like a log. It’s probably thanks to the G&Ts and tequila shots that sent me into a sweet sleep but even if you’re having a teetotal festival experience, here’s how to sleep well… FESTIVAL DOWNLOADABLE PACKING LIST 1. Pitch your tent wisely Look …
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After two years of disappointment, Glastonbury Festival is finally back on the cards and my attention has already turned to what to wear for five days of fun in the sun (praying to the sun gods as I type). Don't get me wrong, I am fully on-board with the free-spirit vibe at Glastonbury and the …
Last November I turned the big 3-0 and my bestie bought me a spa day (dreamy!) at Aqua Sana at Center Parcs Longleat. Due to busy schedules we weren’t able to book in until March 2022. Any excuse to drag out my birthday celebrations, eh? It was day spa for two booking on a Monday …
If I repeatedly re-purchase a product, you know it's a good one, and that's the case for the REN Clean Skincare Overnight Glow Dark Spot Sleeping Cream. This product truly puts the word beauty in beauty sleep. It's working hard while you're getting some shut eye and then you wake up feeling fresh. As I've …
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Having recently moved back to Bristol from London, I knew I needed to brush up on my local knowledge of the best eats and drinks in the city. After a little bit of searching, I discovered Klosterhaus, which was a new opening in 2020, so thought I would give it a shot. Booking I booked …
I've had an iPhone now for YEARS, upgrading to the latest model as and when I feel the need for a better camera, and I honestly don't think I could change to a different make in the future. You might use your phone for hours upon hours each day, but are you using it to …
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Despite the downward trend in coronavirus cases and the gradual loosening of restrictions now underway, you are not alone if you're still feeling down, unsettled and fed-up. I wanted to write this post to help you discover the best way to stay happy during "all of this". I was speaking to my bestie one day …
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As Bristol goes into the tier 2 of coronavirus restrictions many restaurants will be throwing open their doors. If you're looking for a lovely steak place in Bristol, here are plenty for you to choose from... 10 things to tick off your Bristol bucket list Cowshed When a steak cuts like butter, you know it's …
Determined to join the 2020 staycation trend, I asked Arthur if he'd prefer a coastal break, city stay or countryside retreat and he decided the country. He's not the biggest fan of the hustle and bustle of London Town, so I can see why he wanted some peace and quiet. I plumped for Kent as …
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