How to travel with young children

Feb 02 2020

Travelling can be a gruelling experience, even when you’re doing it on your own. Throw young children into the mix and it and be downright overwhelming. That said, while travelling with babies and toddlers can be tricky, there a few steps that you can take to help ensure it goes smoothly.

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Christmas in Tuscany

Nov 21 2019
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London Mums’ travel blogger from Italy, Rita Kobrak, has sent us lovely tips on how to spend Christmas in Tuscany.  

Take advantage of the school holidays to go on a trip to Tuscany and let a local Tuscan chef prepare a delicious Tuscan Christmas lunch feast for you and your family to remember. No shopping, no cooking and no washing up! The fantastic food, the welcoming attitude and inclusion of children makes Tuscany so special for families. There are less tourists at Christmas time and more Italians walking around the streets and squares. There are plenty of Christmas markets, Arezzo being a good one to visit.

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Italian Recipe: Flatbread with Parma Ham, Mozzarella, and Cherry Tomatoes

Jun 26 2019

To celebrate National Picnic Week, I have chosen a yummy recipe idea from Italy donated by the Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parma: Flatbread with Parma Ham, Mozzarella, and Cherry Tomatoes. The simple reason is that Parma Ham is becoming increasingly popular with British picnickers. It does not contain nitrites thanks to its all-natural production process, and is an excellent option for al fresco dining, as it is perfectly paired with other popular picnic foods like avocados, artichokes, and ricotta.

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