The Kensington Diary
Our Superb Mediterranean Stay at the Luxurious Elysium Hotel, Paphos
An artisan designed hotel, the Elysium Hotel in Paphos, truly excited us and lived up to all that we expected. Just minutes away from...
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The Kensington Diary
- Apr 30
- 3 min
5 Best Snorkelling Spots for Young Kids in the Seychelles
The Seychelles is a snorkelling haven not just for adults, but also kids, even the young ones! Think turquoise crystal clear waters,...
The Kensington Diary
- Feb 1
- 4 min
5 Convenient yet Luxurious Easter Half Term Locations for Families
Get away to a family friendly location this Spring half term. Your choice of locations with surreal beaches and adventures are here.
The Kensington Diary
- Dec 1, 2021
- 5 min
A Unique Stay in Camps Bay: The Bay Hotel and Camps Bay Retreat
Camps Bay is Cape Town's most vibrant suburb, where you can find the trendiest restaurants and bars bordered by white sandy beaches with...
The Kensington Diary
- Nov 28, 2021
- 4 min
A Luxury Malaria-Free Safari at Madikwe Lodge with Kids under 6
Since our first visit to South Africa with our son, I have been experiencing a palpable excitement to take him on safari. The experience...
The Kensington Diary
- Sep 30, 2021
- 5 min
Where Sustainability meets Luxury in Crete: Aldemar Knossos Royal Villas
Does anything beat Summer on a Greek Island, staying right at the edge of the crystal-clear ocean, waking up to the smell of the sea and...
The Kensington Diary
- Jul 11, 2021
- 3 min
The Epitome of Luxury on the Algarve: A Vila Vita Parc Hotel
In Summer 2021 on the Algarve, we experienced a stay in an undiscovered jewel, swept high above the grand cliffs surrounding a private...
The Kensington Diary
- Jun 1, 2021
- 4 min
10 Tips to Navigate a COVID-19 Safe Family Holiday
After a long year working very hard during this pandemic, we decided that Summer 2021 will be our season for COVID-19 safe holidays. We...
The Kensington Diary
- Nov 8, 2020
- 3 min
Lanzarote: First family holiday during the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic
2020 was a storm. In March 2020, most of the world went into a global lockdown. I took on a new role focused on global pandemic vaccine...
The Kensington Diary
- Sep 8, 2020
- 2 min
7 Tips for Travelling with Young Children during COVID-19
I have included some easy tips to help travelling with young children during COVID-19
The Kensington Diary
- Aug 29, 2020
- 3 min
What to Expect from a Flight during COVID-19
What to expect if you travel during COVID-19 in respect to the flight and airport
The Kensington Baby
- Jul 31, 2020
- 3 min
Travel Basics: To travel with a Car Seat or Not?
We travelled with our son close to 4-6 trips per year and the one major decision we had to make on each trip is whether to take a car...
The Kensington Diary
- Dec 1, 2019
- 3 min
Christmas in London: 9 Magical Family Friendly Places to Visit
Sharing our personal favourites to visit in London this Christmas from Harrods Santa Grotto to Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland.
The Kensington Diary
- May 10, 2019
- 6 min
A Decadent Family Friendly stay at the Palatial Le Negresco, Nice
As my first stay at the Le Negresco in Nice, I was delighted and excited to experience the glamour and decadence of the famed & iconic....
The Kensington Diary
- Apr 7, 2019
- 5 min
Child-friendly luxury in Cape Town: A fabulous stay at the charming Cape Grace
Every year we head to Cape Town where we are faced with the same first world dilemma: which amazing hotel shall we choose to stay at....
The Kensington Diary
- Apr 5, 2019
- 4 min
Our Dreamy Break in Franschhoek: A Luxurious Family Stay at La Petite Ferme
Nestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape Wine lands lies the magnificent Franschhoek Valley. This is the gastronaut...
The Kensington Diary
- Aug 22, 2018
- 6 min
A First Birthday in the French Riviera: What to Eat & See
The South of France is the mediterranean coastal jewel, and for me, of the world! It's better known for the Cannes Film Festival and the...
The Kensington Diary
- Jul 6, 2018
- 4 min
Summer in London with a Baby: 10 Things We Love
Summer in London is magnificent. Think long days, beautiful sunsets and a bustling city filled with happy vibrant people. Summer in...
The Kensington Diary
- Jun 23, 2018
- 5 min
Top 20 Insider Tips & Restaurant Recommendations for Cape Town
We travel to Cape Town every year as I lived in South Africa as a child and have family there, so would love to spread the joy of this...
The Kensington Diary
- Jun 15, 2018
- 3 min
Our Cape Town Stay at the Beautiful Bay Hotel
We absolutely love Cape Town and stay at different locations each year we visit to truly make the most of the South Africa's picturesque...