My Travel Monkey’s Best Travel Experiences of 2018
After our trip to South Africa over the Christmas period last year, I was predicting that our travels during 2018 would be more sedate. I wasn’t planning on taking on any huge distances and looking to...
View ArticleFlying From Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon With Mustang Helicopters
As the helicopter began to move off the ground, I felt a sudden lurch in the pit of my stomach and squealed with excitement. I could still hear the whirring of the blades above my head, as the ground...
View ArticleThe Best Child-Friendly Restaurants In Bristol
One of the first things that struck me on our long weekend in Bristol – apart from the eclectic vibe and gorgeous cityscape – is the number of restaurants, bars, cafés and food markets that Bristol...
View ArticleHow To Choose Your Holiday Destinations
With information so widely available now it can be a minefield when it comes to deciding where to go on holiday. And, with so much choice, it can also be hard to know where to begin.You may already...
View ArticleThe Best Smartwatches For Travelling
With travel and work going hand in hand for many people nowadays, technology is advancing at great speeds in order to meet the demands of savvy customers. Convenience is key and at the click of a...
View ArticleUltimate First-Timers Guide To Las Vegas
The Las Vegas strip rises from the desert like a shining beacon, promising all those that go there a taste of decadence, 24-hour gambling, all-night partying, and the chance to experience its weird but...
View ArticleThe Most Amazing Places To Go Sailing In Greece
Greece is full of wonder – it’s one of the most visited countries in Europe and a staggering 32 million tourists flocked there last year. And the trend is only set to rise. Why? From spectacular...
View ArticleFive of The Best Unusual Historical Sites In London
If you have young fans of gruesome history, then there is no other place quite like London where you can bring these gory tales to life! The Romans built London over 2000 years ago but then the queen...
View ArticleWhy I Love Coming Home After Travelling Away
Back in 2001/2, I embarked on my first epic adventure around the world with just my belongings in my backpack and sense of anticipation for the road that lay ahead of me. For 18 months I moved from...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Guide To The National Trust in Surrey
Having been a National Trust member for many years, I’ve made it a family mission to visit as many National Trust properties in Surrey and the surrounding counties. What’s not to love? A great day out...
View ArticleFantastic Accessible Tourist Destinations Around The World
Over the years, I’ve had many emails asking if I could recommend more wheel-chair friendly holidays or offer any accessible tourism ideas. The people who have got in contact, have told me that while...
View ArticleReviewed: Rest Detail Hotel Hua Hin Thailand
I spent some time researching which hotel to stay in once we decided on Hua Hin as our holiday destination. And, with over 130 places to stay in Hua Hin, narrowing down the options was challenging –...
View ArticleTop Tips On How To Cope With Rainy Days on Holiday
As readers of My Travel Monkey know all too well, over the years, we’ve been rather unlucky on some occasions when it comes to rainy days on holiday. The worse in recent memory has to be our time in...
View ArticleAn Epic Guide To The Best Toddler-Friendly Holidays in the UK
I’ve often been asked if it’s easier to go travelling with a baby or with a toddler. Both throw up different problems from what to pack and bring, to how to keep them entertained on flights or long...
View ArticleCoastal Cottages: A Family Stay at Hafod Y Coed Lodge in Pembrokeshire
At least once a year, the MTM family like to explore regions closer to home. It’s become somewhat of a tradition and means that we discover areas that often takes us by surprise – in a good way. We...
View ArticleSome of the Best Family Sun Holidays In Europe
What is one of the few key requirements when you’re looking to book your annual family trip? For me, the weather plays a huge part – there’s nothing better than feeling the warmth on your face and the...
View ArticleSome of the Best Places to Visit in Pembrokeshire With Kids
On our recent family trip to south-west Wales, we spent several days packing in as much as possible to discover the best places to visit in Pembrokeshire. It’s a fantastic destination in the UK and...
View ArticleDigital Detox Benefits: Why I’m Deleting Social Media
No need to panic! I’m only deleting social media for one week while we go to Croatia for our half-term family holiday. But this is a big deal for me. For someone who makes an income from using social...
View ArticleWhy Short Breaks in the Lake District Are A Must
A staggering 45 million people visit Cumbria every year and descend onto what is quite easily one of the most beautiful parts of the UK – if not the globe. Not only is the Lake District a designated...
View ArticleThe Best Destinations Around The World For Watersport Activities
There’s nothing that makes me relax more than being close to the water – whether it’s the sound of crashing waves, the gentle lapping of a stream or even the happy splashes of my kids in a swimming...
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