Recent studies claim that parents spend nearly £ 2,500 to keep their kids entertained throughout the summer holidays. Add up days out, the annual holiday as well as ice-creams, activities and entry fees to local attractions and the number doesn't come as a surprise. Good news is, having fun during the summer holidays doesn't have to break the bank. There are lots of fun activities that you can ...
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The world’s worst driver
It might seem a little patronising naming someone the world's worst driver, especially when I'm not even capable of driving a car myself, but some people's driving styles make my stomach do somersaults and unfortunately not with joy or excitement. My ex sister-in-law was one of them. When Amy's dad wasn't driving yet, she would often come and give us lifts and I'll be forever grateful for that as ...
13 sleeps to go: How to prepare for your holiday
13 more sleeps until Amy and I will be leaving for our first holiday without Ben. We won't be going anywhere exotic, I guess he'd complain about us living it up in the Caribbean without him, but spending some time with my family and friends in Germany will be a welcome break for the two of us and I can't wait for our little mother-daughter adventure. We have already planned lots of activities for ...
Employee benefit schemes – make your money go further!
I don't know about you, but I feel like my monthly budget is being stretched further and further all the time. So, I'm always looking for ways to cut down on my regular expenses, and I've realised that employee benefit schemes have an awful lot to offer in this regard. You can find discounted insurance policies, cheap cinema tickets and much more through these schemes. It's also important to know ...
Top Budgeting Tips for Parents
We all know how expensive being a parent can be – as soon as children come into our lives, we can kiss disposable income goodbye! With more mouths to feed and school uniforms to think about, it’s no wonder mums and dads all over the country have to plan their budget within an inch of their life because if they don’t, they could sink into debt – fast. While there are certain monthly expenses that ...
The Expense of Being a Wedding Guest
Everyone loves a good wedding, though very few people love the cost. Fortunately, there are ways to keep wedding costs down if you think and act ahead of the big day. Accommodation First, book your accommodation well in advance – and before the other guests book the inexpensive options! Avoid posh hotels and look for small independent B&Bs, hostels and self-catering options. You'll be amazed ...