We visited We The Curious in Bristol as the second half of a big family day out, having spent the morning at Wake the Tiger. It was our daughter’s birthday and she had chosen both attractions – which turned out to be a great decision, even if the two kids ended up with completely opposite opinions about each one by the end of the day.
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Newquay isn’t just known for its beaches and surf culture – it’s also home to a vibrant and diverse street art scene. From colourful murals to hidden artistic gems, the town is bursting with creativity waiting to be discovered.
In this guide, I’ll showcase some of the best street art and murals around Newquay, complete with stunning photos and tips on where to find them, as well as best practice tips when visiting street art.
Discover more than 45 pieces of street art and wall art murals in Newquay in this virtual tour! Whether you’re a visitor or a local, this guide will help you explore Newquay through a fresh and artistic lens.
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We first visited Wake the Tiger in Bristol a few years ago, just me and my son when he was eight. It made a big impression – visually at least – even if he spent the first ten minutes trying to drag me back out! So when my daughter said she wanted to go for her birthday this year, we decided to make a proper family day of it.
I wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew it had been a few years and wondered if it would feel the same, or whether the kids being older would change things. As it turned out, quite a lot had changed – and mostly for the better.
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As a regular Airbnb guest, one of the first things I notice when booking is whether a property has outdoor space.
A garden or backyard can genuinely be the deciding factor between two similar listings, especially for longer stays or family trips – and if you want to save money on Airbnb when booking, outdoor space is often better value at smaller independent properties.
But it’s not just about having a garden – it’s about how it’s set up.
Whether you have a large garden, a compact courtyard, or a small balcony, there’s plenty you can do to make your outdoor space one of the highlights of your listing.
Here are some practical garden and backyard ideas for Airbnb hosts that make a real difference to guests.
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Travelling alone can be one of the most exciting things you ever do. There’s freedom in it that’s hard to explain until you experience it yourself. You wake up when you want. Eat where you want. Change plans on a whim. Spend an hour watching the sea if that’s what you feel like doing.
And honestly? Sometimes it feels incredible.
But solo travel also has a quieter side people don’t talk about enough.
The lonely moments.
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One of the best ways to relive travel memories is to go back through your favourite photos. But if yours are sitting in a camera roll on your phone or buried in a folder on your laptop, they deserve better than that.
I take hundreds of photos on every trip, and over the years I’ve tried most of these ideas myself – from scrapbooks and photo books to canvas prints and a family gallery wall that’s slowly taking over our hallway. Here are some of the best creative ways to use and display your travel photos, whatever your budget or time.
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On our recent family road trip from the UK through Portugal and Spain, we needed somewhere to break up the long drive from Sedella in the Andalusian mountains to Santander on the north coast.
Segovia was an easy choice.
My husband had wanted to visit for a while, mainly to see the famous Roman aqueduct, which is one of the best-preserved in the world.
The only issue was time.
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Colourful striped houses right on the beach, it looks like one of the most photogenic places in Portugal.
But what’s it actually like to visit?
We spent two nights in Costa Nova as part of our Spain and Portugal family road trip in April, arriving late in the dark after our overnight ferry crossing and a long drive across Spain and Portugal.
The next morning we were visiting family in Viseu, then heading all the way south to Salema in the Algarve.
That meant we only had one full day here, and so the weather was just whatever it was going to be.
And honestly, our experience wasn’t quite the sunny postcard you might expect!
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