by admin.maria | Sep 17, 2017 | Family Holidays, Staycation
This summer we had a family beach holiday on Isle of Wight. We rented a chalet in Sandown Holiday village. It was heaven! We had never beach holiday before. I was grateful for it because I NEEDED to be in the water. I can’t explain my dire need to be close to water...
by Maria Tumolo | May 30, 2017 | Dining, Lifestyle, London, Press Days, Staycation
I think by now, you know I’m smitten with Crowne Plaza London The City. I fell in love the history of the location and the swanky interiors when I attended their Chinese New Year Menu presentation back in January, at the Chinese Cricket Club . Naturally, I was eager...
by Maria Tumolo | Aug 11, 2016 | Family Holidays, Family Recreation, Staycation
We’ve been having staycations for the past five years. Our first three family holidays were spent at Center Parcs. Now that the children are both school-aged that option is out the window. Last year we stayed at Bluestone, in picturesque Pembrokeshire, Wales....
by Maria Tumolo | Dec 31, 2015 | Family Holidays, Family Recreation, Festivals, Staycation
My family and I spent our Christmas in Lincolnshire, this year. Hubby found the perfect place for us and booked it a year in advance. It was worth it. Roe Deer Lodge, at the Lincoln Retreat became our home away from home for one week. We had a remarkable week of house...
by Maria Tumolo | Jun 15, 2014 | Blog hop, Family Recreation, Parenthood, Spa Experiences, Staycation
Well, I’m a bit more than cheerful this week. I’m overjoyed! My family and I recently returned from our staycation at Center Parcs Elveden Forest. I’m aching all over from our active week away but I’m feeling good. My family and I had an...
by Maria Tumolo | Jun 14, 2014 | Blog hop, Center Parcs, Child Development, Family Recreation, Outdoor Activities, Staycation, Uncategorized
I first visited Centre Parcs when I was three months pregnant with Angelo. Back then, I lived a very active lifestyle. I stayed three days with two girlfriends of mine at the Longleat branch. We walked alot, took Zumba classes and relaxed at the Aqua Sana spa. After...
