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The Spirited Puddle Jumper

Creative, practical and enjoyable everyday living for modern families.

Category: Travel

Travel Digital Pastimes That Suit Travellers

Ten Digital Pastimes That Suit Travellers

Posted on March 25, 2026 By Becky

Travelling often includes moments of excitement mixed with periods of waiting. Airports, long train journeys, delayed departures and quiet evenings in hotel rooms can leave travellers with unexpected downtime. While these moments might once have meant boredom, modern technology has made it easy to stay entertained wherever you are. From…

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Kuranda Scenic Railway vs Skyrail: Which Kuranda Day Trip Is Right for You?

Posted on March 20, 2026March 20, 2026 By Becky

Deciding how to spend your Kuranda Day Trip from Cairns can feel like choosing between two equally spectacular experiences. Should you ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through deep rainforest gorges or glide above the treetops on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway? Both offer unforgettable views and unique perspectives of the…

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How to Make Meaningful Connections in a Big City

Posted on March 17, 2026 By Becky

Moving to a big city promises opportunity, energy, and possibility, but it can also feel surprisingly isolating. Surrounded by millions of people, many newcomers find themselves eating alone, spending weekends without plans, and wondering why genuine connection feels so elusive. The good news is that building a real social life…

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Overseas Adventures on Brooklyn Bridge

Why I Ditched The Crowds and Walked the Brooklyn Bridge at Sunrise (and you should too)

Posted on March 13, 2026March 13, 2026 By Becky

Right, I’m back. And I’m jet-lagged, slightly overwhelmed, and already desperately missing New York City. My friend Katie and I have just returned from the most brilliant girls’ trip, four days in NYC without a single person asking me where their PE kit is or what’s for dinner. Honestly, I…

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Japan coffee in Japan

Best Coffee in Japan: What We Found Across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima

Posted on March 13, 2026 By Becky

I’ll be honest with you: I didn’t book a trip to Japan thinking I’d come home raving about the coffee. Matcha, yes. Ramen, absolutely. But coffee? I wasn’t expecting much. Turns out, Japan has one of the most extraordinary coffee cultures I’ve ever stumbled into, and I’ve been thinking about…

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How Much Does a UK Family Holiday Actually Cost

Posted on March 13, 2026 By Becky

What the Spending Data Shows for 2026 Ask most parents what a family holiday costs and they’ll give you a number that doesn’t quite add up. There’s the flight price they remember from the confirmation email, the accommodation they paid for months earlier, and then a vague sense of the…

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Cruises Svalbard

How to Experience the Arctic Without Sacrificing Comfort: A Svalbard Expedition Cruise

Posted on March 11, 2026 By Becky

The idea of the Arctic usually brings up images of grit and survival. We think of those early explorers, the ones huddled in wooden ships, battling the elements and eating hardtack. For a long time, if you wanted to see the high north, you had to be willing to suffer…

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Croatia’s ‘Moon Island’ Looks Like Another Planet – And It’s Ideal for a Spring Getaway

Posted on March 10, 2026 By Becky

Wanna Hike the Moon? Try this Croatian island this spring Local guide reveals Croatia-s extra terrestrial secret, island that looks like the MoonWhen you think of Croatia, you probably picture pine forests, medieval towns and turquoise coves. But one island looks like it belongs on another planet. The northern side…

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Travel Amalfi Coast

How to visit the Amalfi Coast from Rome in one day

Posted on March 9, 2026 By Becky

Italy offers countless iconic destinations, but few places capture the imagination quite like the Amalfi Coast. With its dramatic cliffs, colorful villages, and panoramic Mediterranean views, this stretch of coastline has become one of the most sought-after travel experiences in the country. For travelers staying in the capital, Amalfi Coast…

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Hi, I’m Becky, a South-East London-based blogger, digital marketer, wife and mum of three. Here you’ll find creative, practical and enjoyable everyday living for modern UK families, including easy recipes, children’s crafts and activities, home inspiration, family life and adventures both in the UK and further afield. Come in and have a look around!

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