The chance to take daily strolls along the shoreline is just one of many reasons to choose a holiday by the sea at a place like Ramsgate Cottage. A leisurely walk on the beach calms the mind and exercises the body – in short, it’s good for you and the kids. But there are a number of factors to consider if you want to get the most out of a seaside saunter. To help you along, we’ve jotted down some handy advice for better beach walking.
Five great reasons to choose a holiday by the sea
Five easy ways to incorporate your everyday routine into your holiday.
Although we plan holidays to escape our everyday routine and get some rest and relaxation, taking kids along often means you need to maintain some form of routine to keep them comfortable and happy. It doesn’t need to be an exact replica of everyday life, we’ve got some simple ways to introduce small elements of your daily routine into your holiday.
Top tips for entertaining the kids on holiday, without technology.
These days, it’s so easy to sit kids in front of a screen to keep them busy and occupied. But on holiday, kids should be exploring and having fun without the need for their smart devices or technology. At Ramsgate Cottage, we encourage being together as a family and enjoying each other’s company, so we don’t have a TV in the cottage, and we love it!
Self-catering meal ideas for the whole family
Granny joining you at your beach cottage getaway? Read this.
It’s so special to get everyone together for a family holiday, especially somewhere as relaxing as Ramsgate. Including everyone in the holiday also means different preferences and different needs for each person. If Granny’s coming along, there are some things you need to note before leaving on your trip.
Tips for making sure your holiday with friends is smooth sailing.
Taking a holiday with your friends sounds like loads of fun (and it sure can be!) but it’s not always guaranteed to be smooth sailing. Take different personalities in a different context to the one at home, plus loads more time than usual spent in each other’s company and you might end up with irritations or even a conflict or two.
More must-haves for your next self-catering holiday.
When it comes to the perfect family holiday – one that caters to everyone’s needs in a home-from-home fashion, we say self-catering is best. Self-catering allows you and your family to relax and enjoy your break at your own pace. And, if you’re at Ramsgate Cottage, you’ll also enjoy the perfect combination of homely comforts, those little luxury extras, and beautiful surrounds... not to mention the wealth of activities on offer in and around our beautiful cottage.
Are we there yet? Tips for a successful family road trip.
Rainy day ideas for a beach cottage holiday
Stay fit while on holiday with these easy exercise tips.
Going on holiday is about getting away from it all but it doesn’t mean you have to give up on your exercise routine. When it comes to a self-catering break, it’s the perfect opportunity to feast, relax, and enjoy some real down time with your family while still keeping your fitness where it should be.
Ideas for an easy-peasy Easter lunch-on-the-beach.
Easter on the coast often calls for a weekend away or close to the sea – even better self-catering holiday accommodation on the beach (thank you, Ramsgate Cottage!). Easter also often means a big family lunch.
Fun family activities for the Easter weekend.
Child-friendly exploring in Ramsgate.
Top tips for taking your baby on a beach holiday.
What could be better than a family holiday on the beach? With the right spot, the beach can be relaxing, beautiful, and provide lots of different fun activities for the whole family. But what about taking a baby along?
Ways to make your self-catering experience more luxurious.
When it comes to a relaxing break away from it all with your family, we believe the privacy and freedom of self-catering is best. But just because you’re “doing it yourself” in a more affordable way than a hotel holiday doesn’t mean you have to rough it or do with less.
A romantic weekend at the beach? Here’s how.
It’s the month of love and we’re celebrating all things hearts, flowers, and long walks on the beach... Whether you’re enjoying a picnic on the sand or watching the sun go down over the sea, a beach getaway is always a great idea when it comes to romance. All it takes is a little planning and some inspiration – and we’ve got tips for both right here.
Happy family holiday? Tips to make that happen.
Family holidays are supposed to be a treasured time of love and connection – a chance to make memories and build on close bonds. And they can be all those things but they can also be stressful, frustrating, and even painful. And the reasons for that might be as simple as a lack of planning and consideration for all the parties involved. If you dream of having a happy holiday, then you need to take the time to consider what will make it so.
Five must-come-back reasons to choose Ramsgate Cottage.
In this post, we’re keeping things simple and sharing the most important thing about our fantastic beachside cottage – the fact that, once you’ve visited, you’ll want to come back over and over again. That’s because, when it comes to a self-catering holiday at the beach, Ramsgate Cottage is the perfect choice.
Why self-catering accommodation is the way to go in 2018
You work hard all year and your holidays are an important time to relax and unwind. That’s why we believe it’s essential to plan your holidays early on to ensure you have something rewarding to look forward too during a year sure to be packed with work and family commitments. And we think that, for 2018, self-catering is the way to go!