Things to do in New York City at Christmas 2023

So a bucket list holiday took place during the festive period in 2023. We went to New York City for Christmas and has the most magical and festive holiday possible. It has always been a dream for me and my husband to bring our daughter to New York in the winter. We wanted to experienceContinueContinue reading “Things to do in New York City at Christmas 2023”

2023 Christmas Gift Guide

As Christmas approaches, it is always quite difficult to purchase your loved ones an appropriate gift. With this blog post, we are going to try and help you out with some helpful suggestions for items or products for Dad’s, Mum’s, Kids, Families, Stocking Fillers (both Luxury and £10 or less) and finally Pets. The moreContinueContinue reading “2023 Christmas Gift Guide”

Best Christmas Trees to Visit in London

To go along with our blog post about London’s Best Christmas Lights and Photo Opportunities in London, we thought it would be a great idea to run down the Best Christmas Trees to visit this festive season. https://garciafamilyuk.com/2023/10/25/london-best-christmas-lights-photo-opportunities/ Some of the locations below host London’s best looking Christmas Trees that can be visited, Instagrammed, andContinueContinue reading “Best Christmas Trees to Visit in London”

London Best Christmas Lights & Photo Opportunities

Over the past several years, London has offered up some of the best Christmas Light displays in the world. From the majestic angel’s in Piccadilly to the twinkling peacocks in Mayfair and the beautiful decorations lighting up Covent Garden, we love to see the world-famous London Christmas Lights. We always take our time to goContinueContinue reading “London Best Christmas Lights & Photo Opportunities”

Festive Theatre Shows 2021

Theatre is one of our favourite things to experience but theatre during the festive period is something else! There is always so much to chose from and it doesn’t have to cost the earth either. Here are my winter 2021 suggestions! The Snowman Sadlers Wells – Peacock Theatre, Holborn This is the magical stage adaptionContinueContinue reading “Festive Theatre Shows 2021”

Skating Lessons with Planet Ice Review

Last winter we decided to enrol Ita into a 6 week ice skating course at Planet Ice. Unfortunately we went back into another national lockdown and so her lessons were postponed until May time! It felt a little odd going to an ice rink in the Spring/ Summer, but hey! The pandemic has thrown everythingContinueContinue reading “Skating Lessons with Planet Ice Review”

Blenheim Palace

Yesterday we visited Blenheim Palace, based in Woodstock Oxfordshire. Although the weather was absolutely against us, we had a brilliant visit and we were so glad to have ventured out in the miserable rain and wind. Blenheim Palace is a beautiful estate built back in the early 17th century and is now a UNESCO World HeritageContinueContinue reading “Blenheim Palace”

Santa Train, North Norfolk Railway

Today we went on a magic train journey courtesy of the North Norfolk Railway! The Santa Train is a similar take on the Polar Express, something that Ita absolutely loves. Our journey started at Sheringham Station where we were greeted by the ticket conductor who informed us of our carriage number and we boarded ourContinueContinue reading “Santa Train, North Norfolk Railway”

Festive Afternoon Tea in London

This was by far one of the most requested blog topics I think I have ever had. Happily, this is a topic I know lots about and really enjoy too! Over the years we have tried lots of different afternoon teas and I honestly believe that if you visit London, then afternoon tea is essential!ContinueContinue reading “Festive Afternoon Tea in London”