In many places throughout the country, it’s difficult to know what to expect in terms of weather, especially during the winter months. In fact, the weather is so hit or miss in many regions that residents often rely on strange but prevailing superstitions that, more often than not, entail animal behavior, cutesy rhymes or both. … Read more
Life is full of so many amazing and wonderful little pleasures; too many to list in fact. However, one that we especially adore, is going for a walk together outside. We love doing this anytime of year, including winter walks. We’re extremely fortunate to have a large variety of places to explore and enjoy locally, … Read more
Winter seems to come around so quickly. So quick in fact that a lot of people do not find time in advance to prepare home for winter. Especially with the current year and the issues a lot of people have had to face, it’s no surprise it’s sitting on the backburner. However, preparing the home … Read more
Looking for luxury on the slopes this winter? Here are the reasons why choosing Ă–tztal Austria this winter is your answer… If you are looking for luxury on the slopes, the Ă–tztal Valley is the place to go. Tucked away in Austria’s Tyrol region, the valley offers breathtaking mountain views, luxurious stays and unforgettable experiences. … Read more
Winter is coming, with that comes more risk when travelling but of course, you should always be prepared. Trouble can strike at any time and it always helps to be prepared. Whether travelling alone, or with the children, there are some essentials that you should always have on hand before heading out, especially on a … Read more
If you enjoy growing your own food, you maybe wondering what you can grow over the colder months and how to prepare your garden now autumn is here, ready for winter. So here are some tips… Greenhouse Whilst some plants can survive directly outdoors in winter, is useful to have a greenhouse to successfully grow … Read more
Christmas is edging ever closer, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t still time to change your plans! If you fancy doing something a bit more exciting this Christmas, why not book yourself a holiday overseas? There are plenty of last minute deals available, and you are bound to have a Christmas to remember by … Read more
As the clocks go back for British daylight savings time, the darker evenings draw in are getting shorter and the hours of daylight less, many people begin to feel the affect on their mood. ‘Winter blues’ is more common than people might realise and full- on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can begin to hugely affect people’s lives … Read more
As it is starting to draw closer to winter and food for wildlife is becoming more scarce, I thought it would be a good time to share this simple, fun activity we did at home recently. How To Make An Apple Bird Feeder You Will Need… Apple Twigs – Thick enough to be a perch … Read more