Pentewan Beach House Review: A Tiny House Holiday in Cornwall

We recently spent a weekend at the very popular Pentewan Sands Holiday Park, located on the southern coast of Cornwall in the village of Pentewan, near St Austell. This five-star resort boasts its own private sandy beach and a wide range of accommodation options.

We’re no strangers to the Pentewan holiday resort, having previously stayed twice in a mobile home and once camping in a tent—but this time we finally experienced something we’d been eyeing up for years: the Pentewan Beach House!

In this review, I’ll share our thoughts on the beach house accommodation, what we loved, what could be improved, and what’s nearby to do during your stay.

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Center Parcs Longleat Review: A Family-Friendly Break in the Forest

We recently returned from a four-night family break at Center Parcs Longleat, and it was a mix of nostalgia, new experiences, and plenty of fun.

This was our second time visiting Longleat – our first trip was back in 2018 when the kids were just three and six.

A lot has changed since then, including our budget, the kids’ swimming ability, and how we holiday.

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13 Free Things To Do at Center Parcs

Center Parcs might be known for its wide range of paid activities, but there are also plenty of fun, free things to do – especially if you’re staying during peak season when budgets can be tight.

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Cyprus Family Holiday Travel Diary 2025: Polis, Akamas & Beyond

If you’re planning a trip to Cyprus with your family and wondering how to make the most of a week in and around Polis and the Akamas Peninsula, our family holiday travel diary might help you plan the perfect itinerary.

Here’s what we got up to on our 7-night trip to Cyprus in April 2025, staying near Polis in a peaceful villa surrounded by nature.

Click the links for the full reviews of each adventure, photos and more!

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Agios Georgios Harbour, Pegeia: A Peaceful & Scenic Stop on the Cyprus Coast

Agios Georgios Harbour, sometimes also referred to as Pegeia Harbour, is a small but beautiful coastal spot located in the Pegeia (or Peyia) region of Cyprus. While the official Cypriot name is Pegeia, it’s more commonly written as Peyia today — and both names refer to this peaceful and picturesque area along the west coast of the island.

We visited Agios Georgios Harbour for a short stop on our way back to Villa Kambos Dio after a refreshing walk through the impressive Avakas Gorge Nature Trail. It turned out to be one of the most photogenic spots of our entire trip, and although we didn’t stay long, it definitely left a lasting impression.

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