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Broad Haven Beach South, on the Pembrokeshire Coas

Broad Haven Beach South, on the Pembrokeshire Coast in Wales. We love this area. There are loads of coastal paths with gorgeous views and camping and surfing nearby too. ⛺️🚐 🏄🏻‍♀️

#travelwithkids
#visitwales

3 kids, 2 parents, 3 weeks. I get a lot of motivat

3 kids, 2 parents, 3 weeks. I get a lot of motivation from a fast approaching deadline but my partner is the opposite. This time I promised him we could start early.I have to admit when he’s right, and this time he is definitely right. We started packing 3 WEEKS before this trip.

First things in the piles were

-GEAR- rain gear, rock climbing gear, hiking gear swimming and sun stuff, water bottles, electronics, charging cables,
-TOILETRIES- Our family bathroom bag by @ospreypacks , fully loaded and ready to go
-FOOD AND SUPPLEMENTS- granola bars, protein powder, @athleticgreens, first aid bag, etc.
SHOES- hiking/running shoes and sandals
OTHER STUFF- laundry bag, stain remover (spray n wash) and detergent. I found these awesome detergent sheets from @truearthmovement (no powder or liquid!) water bottles/bladders, spare batteries, all the extra bits and pieces that aren’t clothing.

The LAST THINGS I packed were our CLOTHES. Mainly because we don’t have a lot of them and the kids needed to wear their clothes before we left. But I did manage to get all the kids and my clothes packed 6 days before we left. (Peter packed his clothes a week before )

Packing early allowed us to stay calm, organized, and rested. No all-nighters the evening before, no bickering and dirty looks, and we didn’t forget anything!

#travelwithkidstips #familytravel

One of the coolest places we’ve visited in Engla

One of the coolest places we’ve visited in England is St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall. According to legend, the island was home to a giant named Cormoran. He terrorized the local villages until one day a boy named Jack trapped him in a pit and killed him. If you look vclosely, you can see the giant’s heart which is hidden on the stone steps leading to the castle.
We loved it here. The history is exciting and it’s obviously also a great place for kids. Just remember to check the tides! The castle is accessible by causeway so time your visit carefully ☺️

#travelwithkids #visitengland #visitcornwall

Eliminating the grumpy local vibe with a dance par

Eliminating the grumpy local vibe with a dance party in our favorite cozy clothes by @childhoodsclothing. If you visit Paris, make sure you bring your own fun and smiles cause they certainly aren’t handing them out 😜.

I’ve been a fan of @childhoodsclothing for years. It’s well made and I know this because most of it is on its third kid! Comfy, cozy, and super cute.

This is not a collaboration with Childhoods Clothing, I just adore them and love to share. Their clothes are pricey but they are made in the USA, they have great sales, awesome customer service, and the quality is solid!)

#travelwithkids

The hills and trails in Great Malvern, Worcestersh

The hills and trails in Great Malvern, Worcestershire are a wonderful place to follow your little ones on an adventure 😍 The paths go for miles and the views are fantastic. We parked at the corner of Happy Valley and Queens Drive and thought it was a great jumping off point for a beautiful hike. And this would be a lovely area to stay a few days. Happy adventures everyone!

#hikewithkids #getoutside #hikeuk

We hiked to this cliff side chapel in the midst of

We hiked to this cliff side chapel in the midst of a kids bike ride/parent trail run on the gorgeous coastal paths. Such a lovely area to visit. If you go, check the military use in the area because sometimes the paths are closed for practice. #travelwithkids #visitwales #getoutside

But now I am six I’m as clever as clever So I th

But now I am six
I’m as clever as clever
So I think I’ll be six now
For ever and ever.
-AA Milne

Happy 6th Birthday to my very special Cedar ❤️

This is a very kid friendly wall called Gilwern Cr

This is a very kid friendly wall called Gilwern Crag in Wales. Finding a spot with a safe base for the kids to run around is not easy but this one fits the bill! In fact, the day we were there, there were a few other families with little ones. It’s so fun to see so many people getting out there with their kids!

#rockclimbing #rockclimbingkids #getoutside

We really have the best landlords ❤️ So many a

We really have the best landlords ❤️ So many animal friends for us to love.

It’s the fresh out of the rain look.

It’s the fresh out of the rain look.

Cornwall is an amazing place for an English summer

Cornwall is an amazing place for an English summer. We took this video on the dunes in Gwithian while camping at @churchtown_farm_campsite. I loved this area so much.

It’s time for a date night. #travelwithkids

It’s time for a date night.

#travelwithkids

Wetsuits are great for adventurous water activitie

Wetsuits are great for adventurous water activities but I still hate them. And I especially dislike this one. I bought the no zip Patagonia wetsuit and 😤Good thing I don’t surf alone these days or I’d have to enlist the help of some nice stranger in the parking lot. 🤣

Stay tuned for more Southern England highlights. O

Stay tuned for more Southern England highlights. Our two week road trip was heavenly and I can’t wait to share it with you.
#familytravel #roadtrip #travelwithkids

Every time I finish a cup of coffee.

Every time I finish a cup of coffee.

Anyone else suffer from illogical FOMO?

Anyone else suffer from illogical FOMO?

My family was too embarrassed to bike with me. It’s hard for them when I look this good. #momlife

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When we biked across England we discovered some wo

When we biked across England we discovered some wonderful Inns! We loved @theshipwylam in Northumberland. The bed was very comfortable! The food was fantastic and they have a very cute pub dog 🐶 Thank you @theshipwylam for a wonderful stay.

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