Catherine Thomson

Africa Blog Morocco
Cultural Tour in Essaouira, Morocco
We recently holidayed in Essaouira, Morocco – which is a charming ancient fishing port. We loved the winding medinas, mouthwatering ...

Africa Blog Morocco
Villa near Essaouira | A idyllic haven outside of Essaouira
We booked our flights to Morocco before the earthquake happened. When we saw the images of the suffering in the ...

Africa Blog Morocco
Where is Essaouira and is it worth visiting?
Essaouira is the perfect holiday destination. Located on a vast sandy beach on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, Essaouira showcases ...

Blog North East England
Kynren – the most amazing outdoor theatre experience in the UK
We have been fortunate enough to go and see Kynren twice. We reviewed it back in 2021 and we leapt ...

North West Theatre Theatre
Horrible Histories Barmy Britain Review
Horrible Histories is pure brilliance – the way that humour and learning come together is a win for kids and ...

Days Out North East England
The Air Trail at Tees Barrage International White Water Centre
I have aspirations for our family to be an extreme sports kind of family. The sort of family that loves ...

Adventure Turkey
Happy Tours Turkey Dalyan Boat Trip
If you are weighing up what trip to spend your money on when holidaying in Marmaris, then look no further ...

Adventure Turkey
Tour of Ephesus with kids
We believe that our children are more adventurous and capable than others would think which is why we decided to ...

Adventure Turkey
Jeep Safari with Happy Tours Turkey
Imagine you’re being whisked around the Marmaris countryside in a jeep – your hair flying in the wind while your ...

Adventure Turkey
Horse Safari Turkey with kids
We had so many amazing experiences in Turkey – but the horse safari was my absolute favourite and is a ...

Blog Theatre
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice at Newcastle’s Northern Stage | Review
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice at Newcastle’s Northern Stage theatre had our children suitably spellbound. The play is a Christmassy tale of ...

Christmas Yorkshire
Christmas at Murton Park, York Â
This year, all our children at the perfect age to understand about and delight in Christmas – our 8 year ...

Blog Christmas National Trust North East England
Christmas at Gibside| Gibside Illuminated Trail 2023
Unfortunately we have now heard from Gibside that they will not be hosting another illuminated walk this year but will ...

Blog
BalletLORENT Rapunzel at the Northern Stage
I wasn’t sure how my sons aged 6 and 8 would find watching a full length ballet, so it was ...