11 changes on Monday that families can enjoy!

 Hey readers,

It is lovely to see things slowly reopen, and with more restrictions relaxed from Monday (17th May), there are so many good things to look forward to for the family.

1. Eat indoors.

The good news is you can eat indoors on Monday, which is a relief with this awful weather we are experiencing.

 You can enjoy a meal in the warm...bliss.

 However, you will have to remain at your table as it is only table service allowed, although you are allowed to go to the bathroom. 

2. Soft play areas.

Finally, the good news for parents with young children has been waiting for is that soft play areas are opening, which is great for doing something different than just going to the park. 

You will have to book in advance, and adults have to wear a mask. 

3. Cinemas. 

If you like watching films on the big screen, the good news is that cinemas are being reopened. 

You do have to wear a face mask whilst watching a film unless you are eating or drinking. 

4. Indoor entertainment.

Places like theatres, indoor aquariums, bowling alleys, ice rinks, model villages, and amusement centres will all open on Monday, meaning more things to look forward to doing with the family.  

5. Hugging is allowed.

If you have missed hugging a friend or family member, then this news is for you, as from Monday you will get some physical contact and give hugs again. 

6. Sleepovers. 

Sleepovers can happen now, and if you want your child to stay over at your grandparents it is now doable. 

Also, your child can have friends over for a sleepover. 

7. Gatherings of up to 30 people. 

You can meet friends and family at the park, gardens, or other outdoor locations, and the limit of people is 30.

 You can have a family party or go on a day out as a family of four, and go with other groups that make up 30 people. 

8. Indoor play dates.

What this means is that you can gather inside someone else's home with a limit of 6 people or groups of people from a maximum of 2 households. 

This means you can have your child's friend visit or have a meal with the family in your own home without knowing that it doesn't matter if it is pouring down with rain, but know that your safety is ensured as you are in the dry with no worries. 

9. Kids' parties.

As mentioned before, with the rule of gatherings of 30 people, this too can apply to children's parties.

 So you can have that party outdoors or have people over to a maximum of 6 people to celebrate at home. 

10. School masks.

If you have a secondary school child on Monday, they do not need to wear a mask in the classroom or communal areas as they are ditched. 

11. Holidays.

Indoor hospitality will reopen on Monday, which means you can take your family on holiday if you so wish. 

You can book hotels, cottages, self-catering, caravan or lodge on Monday can be done. 

Holiday abroad is also allowed on Monday, though it will have to be on the green list. These countries include:

- Portugal. 

- Israel.

- Singapore.

-Australia. 

- New Zealand.

- Brunei.

- Iceland.

- Gibraltar. 

- Falkland Islands.

- Faroe Islands. 

- |South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.

- St Helena, Tristan da Cunha, Ascension Island. 

Although the countries above have been approved, some countries still have their borders closed, so make sure you research before booking a place. 

What are you looking forward to on Monday that is being opened up?

 Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below. 

Cheers for reading X