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 When you are leaving a relationship, or a relationship has broken down due to domestic and family violence, safety is the most important thing you have to consider. Somebody who has harmed you or hurt you may try to find you or your children after you have left, and one of the worst things that can happen is you being found when you're trying to keep yourself safe.


It may feel like you're hiding, and it absolutely is, because when you've been through that kind of relationship breakdown, you need a moment to breathe where you can think straight with nobody putting pressure on you. You can learn how to make your phone impossible to track, and you can learn how to hide your address, but there are some things that you can do to stay safe after a relationship breakdown. Let's take a look at some of those tips for you below. 



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  1. Keep your location safe. Don't tell anybody the location of your safe space, and it doesn't matter whether that's a friend's house or a women's refuge. If you've always had somewhere that you wanted to do it in the relationship, never give it away as to where you're going. Don't tell your family or your friends or the abusers, family or friends or anybody that could link you back to the abuser. If you have children, they need to be coached on not telling anybody where you are staying because safety is first.
  2. Always have a backup plan. Even if you have got out of that relationship.You need to have a backup plan in case you are found again. That means having a panic button installed in the new place you are living, having a support now at a friends and family who are checking in on you regularly and making sure that if your abuser turns up at the door, it doesn't matter whether they beg, plead or cry, you are not to go with them no matter what. Making sure that you are in therapy to learn how to use the right techniques to prevent yourself from falling back into the same traps is also important because you are in a vulnerable state right now. 
  3. Make sure the police are involved. If you haven't already done so, it's important that you apply for an Apprehended Violence Order. This is a court order that bans somebody from assaulting, harassing, stalking, intimidating, or threatening you. If they breach the AV, they may be charged with a criminal offense. If you already have that out against your abuser and he breaks the order, call the police and report them every single time. If the police are involved in every single incident, then you have a constant backlog of paperwork.
  4. Keep changing your routine. If you have no choice but to stay in the same area or suburb as your abuser, then you need to make sure that your routine is changed. Take a new way to work and avoid places where your abuser would find you, such as shops or cafes that you used to frequent when you were together. Changing up your routine and being in different places can help you to determine whether you're being followed at any stage. Safety first, always.
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Sometimes, work and other stressors can prevent you from spending quality time with your loved ones. However, you don't need a fancy dinner to bond with them. You can take a weekend or night off to create memories and deepen your connections at home. Whether it is a themed sleepover or a game night, you can set up your home to be a cozy hub for entertainment. If there is something you have been meaning to do together as a group, this is the ideal chance to do that. On the other hand, if you're a host or hostess who is looking for something exciting to do, here are three activities your friends will enjoy. 


  1. Home spa day





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whatever their gender, everyone likes to be pampered. Arrange a spa day and indulge in self-care to ease soreness, exfoliate your skin, and catch up on what you have been missing out in each other's lives. To create a cozy atmosphere, invest in scented candles and aromatherapy oils. You can also download soothing background music to help them feel relaxed and provide fluffy towels, bath robes, and slippers. Don't forget to add some refreshments. You can hire a professional masseuse for a massage session at home or get some beauty products to soak away your stress.


  1. Bake together 


Bonding time is never complete without a shared activity, so why not connect over food? Baking is a fun activity that allows you to create delicious goodies, boost your moods, and gain cooking skills together. To make it more fun, you can have a bake-off competition to determine who the best baker is. You can decide what specific theme to stick to, or simply select just one recipe to try. For instance, you can vote on baking a German cake, or extra special dessert creations for a tea party later. Before your friends arrive, organize your kitchen so everyone can have room, as baking can get messy. Provide them with essential tools and equipment like mixing bowls, spatulas, and rolling pins. If it is a bake-off, establish the rules and appointment a judge or judges depending on your number. Remember to have fun and embrace little mistakes with laughter. 


  1. Movie night


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If you and your friends are movie enthusiasts, then this activity is perfect for a get-together. What is that particular movie everyone talks about in the group chat? It's time to set up your project and get it rolling. To organize a movie night, decide on the theme. This will influence the type of decorations and snacks you decide to serve. You can also split that responsibility by asking your friends to bring a bowl of their favorite snacks for variety.  Ensure you have a comfortable seating complete with pillows and blankets, whether you decide to cuddle up indoors or sit outdoors. If any of your friends have a dietary restriction, provide other options to ensure they feel included.


Spending time with your friends is essential for your mental, emotional, and physical health. With these tips, you can maintain your bond and grow stronger. 



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Villages Nature at Disneyland Paris is a wonderful place to visit. Giving you the best of Centre Parks and Disneyland Paris, you’ll get to enjoy the rides at the park as well as an indoor water park, play area, gorgeous outdoor walks and more. But what do you need to know when booking a trip to Disneyland Paris Villages Nature? Read on to find out.

Accommodation

The site is stunning and the accommodation is big, it’s perfect for families large and small. However one thing to note is that it can be very hot in the summer. The accommodation has no air con, just fans and to be honest they don’t do much. If you’re a summer traveler, take note and bring some cooling towels with you.

Another things to consider is that the site is huge! It is a long walk around the site and even though transport is provided between some areas, it’s definitely something to consider if anyone in your party is young or has limited mobility. Make sure to get on the (tiny car sized) bus that loops around site, it’s really handy for getting you from A to B and cutting your walk down.

Finally it’s worth mentioning that the baths are really slippery. There are also no handles to help you get in and out, my tip here would be to use the showers when possible!



Food and Drink

As this site is self catering you’ll be fending for yourself. While many people eat in the Disney village or the parks, on your off days you’ll likely want another option closer with less upheaval. Fortunately there is a great supermarket on site which has plenty of fresh and frozen foods. We had one of the best dishes we’ve cooked here because the ingredients were so fresh and delicious.
Another top tip is to take your own squash to drink. The bottles in the supermarket on site are so thick and sugary, they are more like syrup than squash so prepare in advance and bring your own, we like to use those small handbag sized bottles.

The oven in the accommodation is a microwave oven, it cooks well but it takes a bit of getting used to. There is a guide on the TV that can help you which is worth checking out if you’ve not used one before. Alternatively, if you’d prefer not to cook and want to eat on-site at Villages Nature, there are some really lovely places to try. If you’ve decided that you’d like to eat out before you arrive then check out the app to see if there are any deals available.






Using The Site


First of all if you’ve not done it already then download the app. It’s full of great tips, information and deals that can help you make your trip perfect.

As I mentioned above the site is very big and there is so much to do! The best place to start is to head to the welcome meeting. It’s a great place to learn more about the site and grab a little free drink while the kids play. The whole staff team are very welcoming and will happily answer all your questions and give you great advice.

At the welcome meeting you might find out about the amazing family treasure hunt, but just incase you isn’t mentioned, I’m sharing it here because it’s one not to be missed. I won’t say anymore about it except make sure to put away a good portion of your day to really enjoy every moment of this,  the family treasure hunt is absolutely wonderful for children from 6+ and adults of all ages too! It might be too old for very young children, but I totally recommend taking a walk into the gardens because you do not want to miss out on that area. The gardens are huge and full of fun things for kids to play/do/learn/explore!

Another thing not to miss out is the kids play area. I was shocked at this one because it’s so well done. The play area is themed and shrinks your child down into a new world, my only disappointment about this one was that I wasn’t small enough to play too.

So you’ve played, you’ve taken a lovely walk, you’ve rode a horse, now what? Well it’s time for the swimming pool of course. The indoor water park has multiple pools, a climbing wall, water slides and a lazy river. There is just so much to do here you will definitely want to leave plenty of time to explore it. Save space on your luggage and borrow the free life jackets for all aged children.

A final tip for staying on site is that there is very little English translation. We found this really hard, especially when it came to sorting out issues like the fire alarm and booking activities. It’s not the end of the world, but plan ahead with some translation apps on your phone (the one that translates images is so so handy!)



Visiting The Disney Parks

The best part of Villages nature is being able to go to the parks, it really does give you the best of both worlds. My top tip would be to take your Villages Nature room wristbands off after exiting and pop them in your bag to keep hold them for later. The wristbands they fall off very easily in the parks and are a bother to sort out when you return back. The Welcome centre and reception are not open all hours and sometimes no one is on the gates in the morning as you go to parks or when you come back, this makes getting back on site a nightmare if you’ve lost your band.

Finally you don’t pay for children on the bus to the hotel, but you do for adults so bare this in mind when planning for your trip. The fare is €2pp each way, however when you arrive at Villages Nature (or at any point during your trip) you can purchase a pack of 10 tickets in the welcome centre for around €15, saving you €5. The bus picks up and drops off over near the Disneyland Paris car park.

Looking for more tips? Try this Disneyland Paris Villages Nature post too.

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