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It’s really happening! Family emigration update

01/08/2014 | posted under: Emigrate, Family Travel, Events & Leisure

Container ship

So, this is it! Finally, our house sale is going to complete on 22nd August and we're about to book our flights to Australia for mid September. We debated about trying to go before E turns two in early September, but decided it would be worth the cost to get her a seat. 24hrs is a long time for grown ups to travel, let alone  if you're under five as my three kids will be. . . . Keep Reading

Should kids be allowed on planes?

28/07/2014 | posted under: Emigrate, Family Travel, Events & Leisure

A toy plane

I keep hearing discussions that there should be child-free flights for people who don't want to be bothered by kids kicking the back of their seat. There's a much better idea though... I read this article recently about Richard Branson's idea to create a separate cabin for kids on Virgin Atlantic flights, where children would travel separate to their parents. Nannies would take care of the kids, who could make as much noise as they liked, while the parents could sit back and sip their gin and . . . Keep Reading

Review: Butlins Just for Tots break with insider tips and tricks

11/07/2014 | posted under: Family Travel, Events & Leisure

View of Minehead beach from Butlins

Looking out across the perfect arc of sand watching the sun go down in the warmth of the evening glow, I felt very  privileged.  The scene from the balcony was spectacular, and I've seen a lot of stunning beaches in my time. Given the glorious weather, and the sight of the kite surfers, you could be forgiven for thinking I was enjoying a Mediterranean holiday. I was actually at Minehead on a Butlins Just for Tots break.  . . . Keep Reading

Travelling with kids: What’s hot and what’s not

03/07/2014 | posted under: Family Travel, Events & Leisure

I'm a freelance travel writer who is obsessed with the best beaches in the world...you might be wondering why this blog hasn't been more about my favourite subject before now. . . . Keep Reading

Top five reasons to emigrate: Why we’re moving to Australia

26/06/2014 | posted under: Emigrate, Family Travel, Events & Leisure

Sydney Harbour Bridge

I've written a special top five list, in honour of my new monthly column in Australia and New Zealand magazine.My top five reasons to emigrate to AustraliaThere are lots of reasons we decided to make the move, but these are our main ones:1) WeatherI HATE the cold. I know some people love the different seasons, but I really don't. I could happily hide under a duvet all winter until summer arrives. My kids HATE the cold too and although I'm willing to wrap up in a hat and scarf . . . Keep Reading

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BY KAREN BLEAKLEY
Karen
Hi! I’m Karen - a beach and travel obsessed mum of three and founder of Smart Steps to Australia - a migration website created to help support UK families on their move to Australia. Sharing my life as a writer, mum and entrepreneur while raising three kids including twins and chasing the Aussie dream. Visit my About Me page

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