Back to business

Hello yellow ;-)
At only 2.5 yrs old, Munchie deserved a little treat after going to the toilet and doing a No 2 (hurrah!) by herself  

Sticker for bravery from the dentist this morning

So this was the second child-free break this year. Back in March we also jetted off to The Big Apple. 

Before December last year (when Mum relocated over here permanently) this was simply not possible. But now within the space of 7 months we've enjoyed a long city break in New York to celebrate my big 4-0, plus a few romantic nights in Croatia. I think it's a win win situation for everyone! 

The adults only holiday actually already start at the very moment you drop the kiddies off at Grandma’s front door, wave a cheery goodbye, and leg it towards the airport. 

Those who are parents of small children must know very well that the queuing for airport security can be a very thrilling and beautiful experience without a toddler who has a tantrum. 

Also, when you make it through to the other side, you can browse WH Smith (and all the other shops for that matter, that you've always wanted to visit but couldn't, as you were pulling a Trunki Gruffalo suitcase with a child on top using one hand, and pushing a travel pram with the other!) in the departures lounge at your own leisure, and buy a magazine that doesn’t include any puzzle books, sticker or superheroes LOL! And don't get me started on the travel cots and trying to manoeuvre pushchairs in the sand! 

However, having said all that, the second best thing about a child free holiday is coming back to the children!! 

Bear and I already started gushing in the cab home from airport about how lovely our kids are, how much we've missed them and how we can't wait to get back and have them naturally run up to us for kisses and cuddles! 

Well it's our first full day back today and it's business as usual haha! A dentist appointment and a visit at the hairdresser with Sean this morning followed by a couple of hours in the playground with both of them, then cleaning up a messy bathroom as we're in the process of potty training Scarlett Grace - Aw it's good to be back and be a full time Mum again!

Four nights in Croatia - our final hol pics

Sunset matching my beach kaftan

In high spirits, free from children and responsibilities 

On a boat trip to the charming village Cavtat (just south of Dubrovnik) passing big yachts and even bigger cliffs!

A little afternoon-cocktail-infused snooze on our balcony was clearly just what the doctor ordered!

First night we made new friends at the Banje Beach and then we headed to the town's hippest night club Revelin (where we stayed until 4am!) 

What more can I say, The Adriatic sea offered such harmony

We made it a rule to have one (or two!) Long Island Ice Tea during the 'happy hour'

Our bedroom view where we could sit and listen to the gentle lapping sound of the sea

Our living room with Bear chillaxing on our West facing balcony

After a full day of soaking up the rays we made our way up to our hotel's terrace for supper 

Green with envy ;-)

I think this is where Bear's love affair with Croatia began. Just look at the surroundings! 

Itching to get out to explore more in the picture perfect town of Dubrovnik

Villa Dubrovnik was only a short stroll from our hotel...

and there we snuggled into a corner with a couple of pre lunch drinkies, settling in to enjoy yet another gorge sea view.

Carb-e-Diem ;-) 

And we washed down our carb-fuelled lunch with some wine under a big tree that offered some shade

Here at the Orsan Yacht Club on the Lapad peninsula has a superb seafront terrace and good reputation amongst the locals. 

Yup, another Long Island - (with Diet Coke, meaning it's a "healthy" cocktail LOL!) 

And here I said my Good-Bye as we waited for the airport transfer. This certainly is the destination for relaxation and no doubt we'll be back in no time! 

Brekfast and a swim

Breakfast on the terrace followed by a dip in the sea #HolidayMode

About last night

Last night we took a cab away from the Old Town of Dubrovnik and it's touristy crowds to the Orsan Yacht Club - It's beautifully located in the harbour with a lovely tranquil setting and live music too.   

Croatian locals go there to eat which says a lot! The food was absolutely superb. All beautifully fresh produce and we had a bottle of excellent local rosé wine as accompaniment - Definitely our fave restaurant so far, highly recommended!!

Hello from Croatia!

We have arrived!

So we decided to take a child free, husband and wife only break, and Dubrovnik was the destination of choice. And wow what a good decision - our suite is simply amazing with the best  private balcony and views over the sparkling Adriatic Sea. 

The novelty of staring out over the blue ocean never seems to wear off - thanks Mum for making it possible, we love you and are forever grateful to you! xxx

Diptyque

 

Branching out today lol - I didn't opt for my usual fave Figs. Time to fill my living room with two new fine fragrances of these beautifully scented candles. 

Coral Colour

         only O N E more sleep, weehee! 

Weekend moments

Family quality time at Mum's in Amersham ♡