Candyfloss & Dreams

Halloween Hot Chocolate and Milkshake Mix

October 1, 2016

Okay so Halloween is still a little further down the Autumn path but I think this chocolate mix will be perfect for delicious drinks with a hint of spice. What makes it even better is this chocolate mix can be made as healthy or as decadent as you like. This chocolate mix has undergone a tasting test in this household and has thumbs up all around. It's quick and easy to make, you can double the suggested quantities to make a huge batch up so it's always ready for a quick fix, and you ... Read more

Visiting Alesund, Norway

September 19, 2016

Alesund was the second port we visited on our cruise on the Azura around Norway last month. Alesund is a really pretty town with lots of lovely little shops in the centre and a natural canal running through. It's full of quaint storefronts and fishing boats and the town is made up over several islands. We had a lovely time exploring and took advantage of a full day in port by using the Hop On Hop Off bus. The bus took you to several places across the islands and took just over ... Read more

A Day Out at the Wildest Theme Park

September 5, 2016

Our Day at Chessington World of Adventures We have had lots of lovely things to celebrate recently which means we've been lucky enough to head to some lovely places and have some great family days out. One of which being Mini Kat's 6th Birthday. I honestly can not believe she is 6 now, it's gone so fast. She had a fantastic birthday with a party and a trip to Chessington World of Adventures with the family which was so much fun, if a little busy. We are quite lucky that it's only just ... Read more

Things to do in Stavanger, Norway

August 31, 2016

On our recent cruise along the Norwegian Fjords we visited four ports all with plenty of different things to offer. Our first port of call was Stavanger, a large city with a big harbour for cruise ships like ours was. Stavanger is nicknamed the Oil Capital of Norway because of the boom the country experienced when the Oil Fields in the Norwegian Sea and North Sea were found. Here are a few things you can do whilst in Stavanger to make the most of your time visiting this city. It's key ... Read more

Norway Holiday – The Azura Ship

August 30, 2016

Introducing Azura - A larger, family friendly ship After a week long cruise along the Norwegian fjords and coastline I can say wholeheartedly that Norway is a beautiful country and one I will be returning to in the future. This holiday has been long awaited having booked in June 2015 and when the day finally came to board we were so excited. We had booked our P&O cruise with Thomas Cook after speaking with a very experienced cruiser who really had enthusiasm for the company and, ... Read more