Disclosure: This is a collaborative post with Original Travel Travelling along the tracks, reading a good book whilst you glance up at the stunning snow covered trees and buildings out the train window. It sounds like an idyllic way to travel, doesn’t it? Sweden is a beautiful country to visit all year round, however there ... Read More about The Best Things To Do In Sweden In Winter – By Train The post The Best Things To Do In Sweden In Winter – By Train appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

October has been such a busy month, with the build up to Halloween and the 2 week school holiday! Although as a home educating family we don’t use schools, a lot of the kids clubs and groups revolve around the holidays, so we end up using them as a break from routine. This meant we ... Read More about Home Educating Family October 2024 The post Home Educating Family October 2024 appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

Although Puy du Fou is described as a theme park, it’s probably not the type of theme park you’ve ever visited before! There are no roller coasters or log flumes, no dodgems or ferris wheels. In their place you will find dozens of historical shows depicting historical events, mostly from the history of France, but also ... Read More about Puy du Fou Theme Park, France: Complete Guide The post Puy du Fou Theme Park, France: Complete Guide appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

©AdobeStock/Luciano Mortula-LGM – Day in Amsterdam Your Complete Guide to One Perfect Day in Amsterdam So, you have a day to spend in Amsterdam, can you see and do it all? People visit this amazing city to see many things. From historic sites like the Anne Frank House to world-famous art museums like Van Gogh ... Read More about Spending a day in Amsterdam The post Spending a day in Amsterdam appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

Disclosure: I was gifted parts of this trip as part of a collaboration with Lipsi, Greece. Staring out at the golden sands I could hear the gentle rise and fall of the waves, with the background noice of my children’s happy laughing and splashing. Old enough to be able to swim alone in the water ... Read More about The Best Travel Guide to the Island of Lipsi, Greece The post The Best Travel Guide to the Island of Lipsi, Greece appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

Naples, a vibrant city located on Italy’s southwestern coast, is a treasure trove of historical and artistic wonders. Known for its rich history, dynamic culture, and stunning landscapes, Naples captivates visitors with its unique charm. Check out this guide to Naples to find out more. Naples, a vibrant city located on Italy’s southwestern coast, is ... Read More about Two-Day Travel Guide to Naples: Attractions and the Best Local Dining The post Two-Day Travel Guide to Naples: Attractions and the Best Local Dining appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

Trundling past the quaint cottages of surrounding villages with a view to the rounded hills overlooking the town. This IS the Lake District. Keswick is located on the shores of Derwent Water and filled with small coffee shops and one too many outdoor shops! It is a walking town of course, so I suppose I’ll ... Read More about The Top 15 Things To Do In Keswick, Lake District The post The Top 15 Things To Do In Keswick, Lake District appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

Another month gone already, this one seems to have passed by pretty fast, probably because we’ve been so busy! It was the eldest’s 13th birthday half-way through the month. So of course there were the usual preparations and celebrations for him. We went out to Go Ape at Aberfoyle for his birthday treat. Which is ... Read More about A Month In The Life of Home Educators – September 2024 The post A Month In The Life of Home Educators – September 2024 appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

If you’re looking for a hotel in the middle of the rainforest, then this is the one for you! It’s not in the heart of a town or city, but instead in the rainforest near Arenal volcano. Due to the volcanic activity nearby there are hot springs on-site, which is obviously a huge hit! Who ... Read More about Chachagua Rainforest Hotel Review – Costa Rica The post Chachagua Rainforest Hotel Review – Costa Rica appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post about a practical gift. It’s that time of year when we are looking for excellent gift ideas for all our family and friends. But the problem is that most people tend to buy everything they need! And you don’t want to clutter their home with unwanted or novelty gifts ... Read More about Perfect Practical Photo Blanket Gift For The Holiday Season The post Perfect Practical Photo Blanket Gift For The Holiday Season appeared first on Monkey and Mouse ..read more