February 16, 2018

Why You Need to Take Your Children to the Nutmeg State

February 16, 2018/ Kristie Prada

Why You Need to Take Your Children to the Nutmeg State

When it comes to travelling with kids, you have to take so many more factors into account. You need to keep their minds occupied at all times, immersing them in fun experiences from dawn till dusk. You also have to be a lot more prepared, packing carefully, choosing where to stay with comfort and ease at the forefront of your mind, and ensuring that you take plenty of supplies out with you on each day out. So when planning your next trip, why not consider Connecticut, the Nutmeg State? It’s home to a brilliant experience for both you and your little ones! Here’s everything you need to know about vacationing there.

February 13, 2018

5 Cities to Visit if You Want to Expand the Horizons of Your Children

February 13, 2018/ Kristie Prada

5 Cities to Visit if You Want to Expand the Horizons of Your Children

Travel can be a truly fantastic thing for young children who are still learning about the world. You should definitely look to take them on trips to cities around the globe if you want to expand their horizons and allow them to see how life is in other parts of the world. There are some cities that are better than others for culture and interesting sights. Here are the 5 cities that are must see places for you and your children.

February 09, 2018

Finding Fort Lauderdale

February 09, 2018/ Kristie Prada

Finding Fort Lauderdale

Florida is one of those bucket list places that many have plans to reach, and not just for the Disneyworld feature in Orlando. While Disneyworld is a nice touch for the state, there is so much more to Florida than the home of the original Mickey Mouse. Fort Lauderdale is a place renowned for its many beautiful beaches, events and areas steeped in history.

February 03, 2018

Dream Travel Destinations: San Diego, California

February 03, 2018/ Kristie Prada

Dream Travel Destinations: San Diego, California

We have two milestone events in the Prada household this year, one big birthday and one big wedding anniversary! With that in mind we would really like to go away somewhere special and not the usual package holiday!

I've always wanted to go to California, so I've been dreaming of where we can go and what balance we can strike with the adults having a memorable trip but also keeping the little ones occupied. I've been checking out San Diego vacation homes, where the best beaches are, wine tasting at the vineyards! And obviously a few child-friendly places.

January 28, 2018

Italian Summer Events - Turin Epicurean Capital

January 28, 2018/ Kristie Prada

What is Turin Epicurean Capital?

Turin Epicurean Capital is a 3 day event in Turin, Italy. The year 2018 marks the 5th edition of the festival and it will take place from 20-22nd June. I organize the event to help promote Turin and shed some light on our beautiful royal city that is still pretty much under the radar despite most famous Italian brands and products being born right here.

January 21, 2018

18 Trips to Take in Italy in 2018 - Part 2

January 21, 2018/ Kristie Prada

Where to travel in Italy in 2018

Last week to lift our moods in dreary January I put together a list of 18 Trips to Take in Italy 2018!

Hopefully you have all now read Part 1, where you learnt about the first 9 destinations to add to your 2018 Italian Travel Wish List!

I wanted to help you explore areas you may not have heard of and this week is no different.

So here are the final 9 destinations! I hope you enjoy them and get inspired!

January 16, 2018

18 Trips to Take in Italy in 2018 - Part 1

January 16, 2018/ Kristie Prada

Where to travel in Italy in 2018

To lift everyone's spirits after Blue Monday, what could be better than a bit of dreamy Italian holiday inspiration?!

I've put together a list of 18 Trips to Take in Italy 2018 to help you explore areas you may not have heard of. Where I know experts in these destinations I've asked them to tell us why their town/ city is wonderful.

January 06, 2018

What to See and Do in My Favourite Italian City, Mantova

January 06, 2018/ Kristie Prada

Great Italian Cities: Mantova

Many years ago not long after Mr Prada and I were married, we went on an Italian road trip. What is most surprising is that we were still married at the end of the trip as we always argue in the car! This is of course his fault rather than mine! Being in a car with an Italian, especially when they are suddenly back in their homeland means all sorts of insane driving practices seep out! How we got to Mantova is beyond me but it is one of our most memorable trips.

December 12, 2017

Best Italian Ski Resorts - Bormio

December 12, 2017/ Kristie Prada

The Best Italian Ski Resort - In my opinion!

Bormio is one of those places you want to keep a secret! Papa' Prada has been coming here since he was six years old and we have been here together regularly for over ten years, more recently with our two children.

January 23, 2017

Carnival cakes: Chiacchiere

January 23, 2017/ Kristie Prada

Chiacchiere means 'chatter' and they are called this possibly due to the crunchy sound they make when you eat them! Some people also call them 'angel wings' as they put a twist in them as they are made, creating the appearance of two wings.

January 22, 2017

Venice Carnival - Il Carnevale di Venezia

January 22, 2017/ Kristie Prada

Venice Carnival is a bucket list event in my eyes. It's so much fun, the City of Venice is at its most vibrant, it's a really unique thing to do.

January 19, 2017

Stereotypes: Italian style

January 19, 2017/ Kristie Prada

What springs to mind when we think of Italians? Pizza makers, romantic latin lovers, big families, bad drivers? Every nation has a stereotype.

January 18, 2017

Planning a Family-Friendly Staycation in Kent

January 18, 2017/ Kristie Prada

Last summer the Prada clan decided flights and hauling car seats and extra luggage around to get somewhere further afield was more than we could bear. So bang on trend we booked a staycation.