In December 2015, we decided to spend a week in Bavaria, in the small village of Lenggries. We’d been there several years earlier for a walking holiday and loved it so much that we decided to go again – this time with our son. We ‘sold’ him a skiing holiday, which turned out not to […]
Have you ever considered visiting Germany during the winter? In my unbiased opinion, I think Germany is worth visiting at any time of year. In the spring and summer, the weather is usually very good and perfect for exploring Germany’s diverse landscape or visiting its many beautiful cities. City breaks are very popular in May […]
Nature makes us calm It’s no secret that nature makes us feel good. Taking a stroll in the local park means that we will be less stressed and much more relaxed to cope with life’s challenges. But just how much impact does it really have on our wellbeing? Can nature actually make us happy? It’s […]
We had an amazing holiday in Germany last year in summer (2017) and I’d like to share why I think you should go to Lake Constance. We travelled by car from the UK to Düsseldorf, continued to the Black Forest and then to Lake Constance with our 7 year old son. We stayed in […]
With the weather heating up nicely and the school holidays fast approaching, many of us are now turning our attention to those all-important summer holidays. Countless years of austerity and a weakening pound have left many of us wondering how on earth we are going to occupy the children for six long weeks – or […]
Let’s face it – children love running wild in the great outdoors. It’s not only enjoyable, it has masses of health benefits too. Engaging in nature can benefit both our physical and mental wellbeing and has even been found to reduce symptoms of ADHD in children. So, let’s explore how nature can improve the quality […]
As you might already know, we as a family love travelling around Germany. Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love the UK’s stunning countryside and I’ve already been to many beautiful places since I’ve been living here. However, it’s often true that we never get around to visiting the interesting places right on our doorsteps. […]
