Venice is one of the ‘Big Three’ cities to visit in Italy. However, if you’re looking for Holidays in Venice but want to do more than take a selfie on the Rialto bridge what is there to see?
Read MoreFrom world-class musicals to classic British pantomimes, London always hosts an impressive variety of theatrical productions, making it the perfect activity when visiting the capital.
Read MoreI wrote about why we love Bormio a year ago now and nothing has changed. We are here right now with both our children, one who can now ski. Partly from learning in Bormio and partly in the UK at the Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead.
Read MoreWhether you’re planning home improvement works or you are trying to add an extension to the lounge, every homeowner dreads starting a construction project at home.
Read MoreThe key to travelling with a baby or small child is planning ahead. Prepare for all eventualities, then accept that you can’t control everything and the whole family will have a more pleasant trip.
Read MoreAs people get older, it’s normal for them to require a little more help and support. When you live or work overseas, however, it can be difficult to manage the logistics. Even if you’re committed to providing your parents with the assistance they need, the distance may make it difficult for you to take a hands-on approach.
Read MoreThis month’s giveaway is a little bit special!
Lucy Knott from The Blossom Twins is offering Mammaprada readers the chance to WIN two of her novels!
Read MoreAre you ready for Valentine’s Day? I sort of forgot it was happening! I knew it was looming but we don’t make a big deal of it here as we try and do little things for each other throughout the year.
Read MoreMilan is not a city that’s easy on the budget, with some of the highest hotel and restaurant prices in Italy. But sightseeing there is inexpensive, with many attractions free and others modestly priced.
Read MoreAs a parent, you naturally want the best possible healthcare for your youngsters. They’re your pride and joy, after all, and seeing them in the best possible health 100% of the time is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
Read MoreWe’ve survived January! I can almost feel that Spring is around the corner. Well if I try really hard! We’ve had quite a mild Winter so far and the Spring bulbs are already showing their faces.
Read MoreIs your bedroom decor looking a bit tired? Would you love to refresh the mood and create a place of sanctuary? How relaxing we find our bedroom and how easily we drop off to sleep has a huge effect on your levels of energy each day.
Read MoreEver since you were little, you have been exposed to so many different cultures and countries. You believe this has benefited you in a number of ways, so you definitely want your children to have the same experiences too.
Read MoreThe food is one of the best things about going away. Whether you’re embarking on a pizza-filled Italian trip or are dying to get your hands on some Spanish paella, days surrounding yourself in the best cuisines are guaranteed to go down well.
Read MoreWinter has definitely arrived now and I can feel it! Due to this, I know that our heating bills will soon start to rise rapidly. I have two children and work from home so we are in the house a great deal.
Read MoreWinter is a great time for diving into weather science with your children. The cold snow and air lend themselves to some great opportunities for fun and simple activities that captivate your child and leave them with a new understanding of sometimes complicated concepts. these easy winter science lessons will help you make the most of this cold season.
Read MoreWe love the Venice carnival but it can be very expensive to visit. Here we talk about what the carnival actually is and how you can work around the expense!
Read MoreWant more people to trust your brand? A strong visual brand identity can be one way of doing this. A distinctive logo or unique colour scheme can help to make a brand more memorable. This familiarity can then lead to greater trust.
Read MoreAs many of you know; here at Mammaprada, we are raising our children bilingually. We’ve spoken to them in only our native languages English and Italian from birth. It’s been and still is a fascinating journey and the rewards are incredible.
Read MoreThere are a hundred and one ways to make your wardrobe look expensive. Wearing the right kind of jewellery is perhaps the top choice to create a world of difference in your everyday wear. No matter what season or what type of outfit you have, with the right pieces of accessories and jewellery, everything can instantly appear more expensive than they really are. Even those essential items you have in your closet like tees and jeans, you can take them up a notch with the right earrings, necklaces and rings.
Read MoreMammaprada features: Raising Bilingual Children, Italian culture, Italian travel, Italian Food and Posts in Italian/ Italiano. We also offer Bilingual Resources for language learning, such as bilingual books, bilingual audio CDs and DVDs,. Other topics we write about are Parenting and Lifestyle.
I’m Kristie Prada & here you'll find our family’s experiences on travel to languages, parenting, recipes & much more. Thank you for visiting!
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