There's a wise saying that goes something like this: If you want to get ahead, get a hat. That's the philosophy of this range of quirky hats that are a kind of halfway house twixt peaked cap and hair band. We just love them!www.twirlingbetty.com.au

 spa facilities. There’s also a choice of plush rooms to stay in and the package is available all year round from £595 per couple. For more ideas on visits to the Lake District including family days out, cool campsites and perfect picnic spots, visit our Travel

Your holiday truly begins when you open your curtains on that first morning and take in the breathtaking view – whether it’s a serene seascape, lush rolling hills or the mesmerising colours of a cityscape. The Most Perfect View Hotel Collection

For meditation, yoga, healthy eating and, above all, a well-earned rest, head for rural Worcestershire, where The Elms hotel is planning two specially themed family breaks in May and September. All the meals, juices, the organic herbal tea bar refreshments – including an organic ...

When is your child ready to begin enjoying that most quintessentially British of customs, taking tea? Pick up the September issue of Junior, on sale August 5, to find out...And how better to fuel playtime tea party pleasures than with one of these exquisite children's tea sets.  ...

Where? The largest of the Polynesian Islands set in the aquamarine waters of the Pacific Ocean.Why go there? The weather, enchanting marinelife, local culture and lots to keep children occupied.Children will love... Dolphin and whale spotting, helicopter flights, surfing and yach...

Dorayaki, a delicious dessert of Japanese pancake with custard filling and raspberry sauce – the perfect sweet finale for a fulfilling afternoon.Details and contact: For YO! Sushi locations around the UK, visit www.yosushi.com

to look like leaves, and a sprinkling of edible flowers. Recipes adapted from Perfect Day For A Picnic by Tori Finch (Ryland Peters & Small, £16.99) More perfect picnic ideas...  Rainbow slaw, Cheese Straws, Good Old Sausage Rolls

Little Kitchen by Sabrina Parrini (Hardie Grant, £12.99) Featuring tasty classics, from mini shepherd’s pie to soufflés, this is as child-friendly as it gets. It even lists the equipment you’ll need. Give this delicious, healthy slice a go.Carrot And Courgette SliceIngredients1 t...

1 Set age-appropriate rulesA two-year-old may not yet be able to chew with her mouth closed, but a four-year-old certainly should. 2 Set an exampleYou can’t expect politeness if you are not polite yourself, so keep saying “please” and “thank you”.3 Explain why good manners matter...