Family Travel - Actually Mummy

Learning to surf at The Wave, Bristol

First surfing lesson at The Wave in Bristol

Have you ever thought about surfing lessons for your teenagers? Now you don’t even have to visit the beach to get an authentic surfing experience. Here’s what we thought of The Wave in Bristol.

A solo break at the Cotswold House hotel & spa

A wonderful solo escape to the Cotswold House hotel in Chipping Campden. An annual treat I’ve allowed myself in middle age since parenting teenagers.

Hotel Indigo Bath – a perfect grown up getaway

The lounge at Hotel Indigo is quirky and colourful

A weekend in the South Downs

Weekend in the South Downs: The lodges at Watercress Lodges resemble the old railway cottages of the steam train line they overlook

A weekend away in the South Downs makes a perfect break for families or adults. Watercress Lodges and campsite is less than 2 hours from London, and has the Watercress Line steam train line on its doorstep – fun for children and train geeks!

A Norfolk rural retreat: Thompson Goat Shed review and tour

No more airport shuttles! Why meet and greet is my holiday must-have

Read about the benefits of an airport meet and greet parking service before a long-haul flight.

A great holiday in Brittany with teenagers – Al Fresco Domaine des Ormes

Jets and fountains at the Dome Domaine des Ormes

Domaine des Ormes holiday parc review – a breakdown of the parc in northern France, and some of the day trips we did with our teenagers in October 2021 half term. Activities on offer at Domaine des Ormes with Al Fresco Holidays, plus what there is for families with older children to do.

Puy du Fou with teens – all you need to know | Puy du Fou reviews

Puy du Fou reviews for families wondering whether to visit

It’s one of France’s most visited attractions, and has been voted the number one attraction in Europe by Tripadvisor. Read these Puy du Fou reviews to find out what all the fuss is about, and why your teenagers will love it.