Check legality

Needless to say, this should be the first thing that you look for. Check out each sports betting site license before deciding which one to sign up with. You should ensure that it is fully licensed and regulated by a trusted gambling commission. If you sign up with a site that’s illegal you run the huge risk of losing your cash. If the site isn’t legal your cash will not be protected by any laws and technically the site can do whatever they want with it.

Research the most reliable betting sites

One of the best ways to find a trusted and reliable betting site is to do your research! Read lots of reviews from real customers and you’ll soon get a feel for which betting sites are the best. Take your time and make sure you pick a reliable site with a good track record. You should look for fair and friendly customer service so you can feel at ease knowing you are in good hands whilst betting. This will make your overall sports betting experience so much better. Do your homework, you’ll thank yourself later!

Get answers to important questions

Write a list of important questions you have about the sports betting site and get answers to them all before depositing any cash. The FAQ section should answer most of your questions. But if not, you can always email, call or contact them through their live chat (if they have one). Here are some questions you should be thinking about:

⦁ How long does it take to withdraw my winnings?
⦁ Which deposit payment methods are available?
⦁ What are the betting options? do they offer in-play betting?
⦁ Which sports are included?
⦁ Does the bookmaker offer bonuses for an inital deposit?
Until you get answers to your important questions you should not make a deposit.

Bonuses and promotions

As previously mentioned, many online sports betting sites will try to get the customers attention through the bonuses and promotions on offer. Be smart and check out all of the terms and conditions – this is where they get you. Of course, many online betting sites do offer very generous welcome packages and bonuses! Just make sure that you compare and find the best deal for yourself. Also, don’t let a good welcome offer be the only factor persuading you to sign up. You need to weigh up all the factors before deciding.

Payment options

Remember there are SO many online sports betting sites to choose from. It doesn’t make sense to settle for the first couple you read about (even if they sound really good). You should look at all of their payment options to make sure it’s quick and easy for you to deposit cash. There are a huge amount of payment methods in the 21st century and sports betting sites should do their best to accommodate this. The sports betting site should also have payment security certificates on their website.

Side note: there will be limitations in place depending on which country you’re depositing your cash from. Make sure you check. A lot of countries are just limited to e-wallets.

Competitive payouts

Sports betters will of course want to find the best value with their selections. Therefore, make sure you find a bookmaker that works with small margins. If you believe you’ve found a good bookmaker you should double-check before by making a smaller bet. If you receive the odds advertised, then you can place bigger bets knowing your cash is in good hands.

Customer service

Any reputable and trusted betting site will have exceptional customer service with lots of ways to contact them. A good site should have an email address, phone number and a 24/7 live chat. Test it out beforehand to see their response time and also read reviews! It should never be hard to get into contact with a member of the team and if it is, take this as a warning sign. Friendly, accommodating and responsive customer service will ensure that you have a stress free betting experience. So, if you have any urgent problems or queries, they can resolve them straight away. Make sure they have a good track record of dealing with withdrawals, documents and any other account problems quickly and efficiently.

Look for a well-designed website and app

You should make sure that the sports betting site that you deposit cash on is easy to use and navigate. Your time is precious and you don’t want to waste any time trying to navigate the site. Your betting experience should be as straightforward as possible.

TIPS

And finally, look for websites with good tipping guides. The majority of betting websites will have experts that will provider betters with tips on what to bet on. Of course, this is just guidance and you should make you’re own informed decision.

We just wanted to finish by saying – don’t bet what you can’t afford to lose. For example, 666Bet was a hugely popular betting site that went bankrupt in 2015. And they couldn’t afford to pay any of their players back. There are always risks in this industry so you need to weigh them all up and go into sports betting aware of all the important factors. Also, there isn’t necessarily a ‘top’ betting site for everyone. Make sure the betting site that you choose meets all of your personal requirements so you can enjoy the experience as much as possible.

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Treat yourself to a massage

There are endless benefits to getting a massage. It can reduce stress, increase joint mobility, reduce muscle tension, stimulate the lymphatic system, improve skin tone and so much more! Booking yourself in for a full body massage is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. There are different types of massages, such as sports, deep tissue, trigger point etc, so make sure you choose the right one for you.

Films

Give yourself some downtime to watch a film that you’ve been wanting to watch for ages. There is always time! Wait for the kids to go to bed and give yourself a night off household chores. It’s important to switch off from the outside world from time to time and immerse in another world.

Weekend away with your friends

A weekend away with your friends is the perfect way to re-energise and have a good time. Connecting with your friends will undoubtedly boost your happiness, after all, that’s what friends are for. You’re sure to have a great time laughing and creating memories. It’s proven that spending time with friends increases a sense of belonging and purpose which can effectively improve self-confidence and worth. So, go on, call the lads up and start making some exciting plans that you can all look forward to!

Gym

I think we can all agree that hitting the gym regularly has many benefits, physically and mentally. Regular exercise will lower your risk of many diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and many more. It’s also proven to boost serotonin levels in your brain. It will boost your mood as well as helping sleep cycles and mental clarity. It will also improve self-confidence and motivation whilst getting fitter and into your best shape. Live a happy and healthy life is the best form of self-care! Do it for you and your loved ones.

Meditation

Let me tell you this – real and successful men meditate and are aware of the many benefits it can bring your mind, body and soul. Unfortunately, many men still view it as emasculating. But if this makes you feel any better – The Rock has publicly said that he meditates 2-3 times a week. Don’t let such a silly view prevent you from getting all of the benefits. Go into meditation with an open mind. There are so many myths around meditation, such as you have to be flexible or something has to be wrong with you in the first place. Most of these myths are completely untrue. Try it for yourself and experience the benefits first hand.

Do something you enjoy each day

Whether it’s watching your favourite TV show, painting, reading, playing a game, give yourself time to do one thing a day. This will have a huge effect on your happiness as an individual.

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Play Board Games

Most of us reading this blog will remember a time where we spent endless hours playing a board game. Board games bring families together for hours of fun and entertainment! This strengthens family relationships by giving them something common to focus on.

In this day and age, children are spending a very increased amount of time in front of the screen. In fact, in 2020 it was recorded that children from 8-18 spend on average 6-7 hours a day on a screen. This massively exceeds the recommended guidelines of 2 hours maximum per day. Investing in a board game will give your kids eyes the break they need!

Head down to a local charity shop and you’re bound to find a cheap board game somewhere. Or why not borrow one of a family friend for free? If you’ve got a particular one in mind, head over to eBay or Amazon and find it for a decent price. It’s definitely a great investment when you take into consideration the number of hours of entertainment it’ll provide you and your family!

Here’s a list of our top 15 suggestions (make sure you check the player age range on each):

1. Monopoly (obviously)
2. Chess
3. Catan
4. Clue
5. Battleship
6. Articulate!
7. Connect 4
8. Scrabble
9. Villainous
10. Axis & Allies
11. Risk
12. Operation
13. Boggle
14. Connect Four
15. Twister

Netflix marathon

I mean, who doesn’t love a Netflix marathon? This goes against our previously stated statistic but sometimes kids deserve a film day. We forget that our kid’s lives can be pretty hectic too and they need downtime as much as we do. So, maybe it’s time to grab some snacks (popcorn is a must) and choose some films that you know your kids will love. Whether it’s Disney movies, comedies, chick flicks, or any other genre that your kid will enjoy. Don’t forget to watch the trailers first! Here are some suggestions if you need reminding of some classics:

Top 10 Disney movies of all-time

⦁ Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
⦁ One Hundred and One Dalmatians
⦁ Fantasia
⦁ Cinderella
⦁ Beauty and the Beast
⦁ The Lion King
⦁ The Little Mermaid
⦁ The Princess and the Frog
⦁ The Mighty Ducks
⦁ Queen of Katwe

Top Kids Comedies of All-time:

⦁ Ice Age
⦁ The Mitchells vs the Machines
⦁ Storks
⦁ The Willoughbys
⦁ Paddington
⦁ Minions
⦁ Zootopia
⦁ Lilo y Stitch
⦁ Diary of a Wimpy Kids
⦁ Beethoven

Top Chick Flicks of All-time

⦁ Miss Congeniality
⦁ Mean Girls
⦁ 13 Going on 30
⦁ Legally Blonde
⦁ She’s The Man
⦁ A Cinderella Story
⦁ Sleepover
⦁ 10 Things I Hate About You
⦁ The Princess Diaries
⦁ Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging

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Explore Museums

There are so many free musemns everywhere. All you have to do is search for free museums near you and I guarantee a whole list will come up! It’s a great way to save money and the kids will love it. You can choose from so many different types to suit your children’s interests – history, maritime museums, archaeology, art and so much more! It’s important for kids to learn new things each day and the museums share a lot of information on a whole range of topics. And I think we can all agree that it’s a more appealing way to learn than sitting in the classroom.

Go camping

Again, go camping! This is something the whole family will enjoy. You don’t have to spend a fortune on taking them to a hotel resort. Because let’s face it, kids don’t really appreciate or care for the luxury in life. In fact, your kids are much more likely to enjoy a night around a bonfire in the middle of nature than some fancy five-star resort. Camping will give your children a sense of adventure and freedom. It allows them to discover the joys of being outside which is especially important in the 21st century with all the technology available to them.

Beach days

Nothing beats a beach day. Just tell your kids they’re going to the beach and I guarantee their little faces will light up with joy. Going to the beach for your kids is like transferring to a different water-filled planet. They can spend hours enjoying playing in the sea and sun. And bringing a spade and bucket can keep them busy and entertained for the whole day. Just sit back, relax and let kids be kids. Oh, and go early to get a good spot! If you live in a city and nowhere near a beach then take them to the nearest park. They will have just as much fun.

Gardening

Kids love to plant things and get their hands dirty! Planting a vegetable garden can be an enjoyable experience because they love the idea of growing their own food or plants. And it can be very exciting to watch them grow! The digging part is what they enjoy the most though. Plus, your children can learn lots of new skills whilst gardening. Such as management skills, control and locomotor skills. As they organise their tools, dig and find patches to plant things. Of course, you need a garden to do this. But if you live in a flat, it’s very likely that there will be an area nearby that you can take your kids.

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Hiking

Get out into nature and breathe in some fresh clear air! If you didn’t already know, hiking has so many benefits. It can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression by connecting you to nature. And needless to say, it keeps you fit and healthy. Even if you’re living in a city, there will always be somewhere close by that you can go to for a hike. You’ll most likely discover new places and for free! So find a scenic trail, grab your friends (and bag) and set off.

Plan a sports activity with friends

Playing sports is also beneficial in many ways. It can help you keep in shape and maintain your fitness. It will distract you from any hardships you’re experiencing too and it’s almost guaranteed you’ll enjoy yourself. You can choose out of many different sports such football, basketball, tennis, hockey, golf, watersports and so many more. Find your friends that enjoy the same sports and gather them together. It will give you hours of free fun. And it’s actually a great way to make new friends too. Get your friends to bring their friends along for a game and connect with new like-minded people.

Go fishing

Fishing can bring you lots of enjoyment mainly because of the challenging aspect of it. It’s a great feeling when you come back home with a bag full of fish ready to cook for dinner! It’s a fun outdoor activity that is absolutely free. Many men have claimed it gives them a primal hunting urge, a sort of man vs nature feeling. You don’t need to train to be good at it, you just need to know the good spots and be patient. So anyone can join in on a fishing trip with little or no experience. And you also get to immerse yourself in nature.

Find free tours, festivals or events

You’ll be surprised at how many free tours, festivals and events will be on offer in your town or nearby. Some of them might not be completely free but there is usually only a small entrance fee. It’s fun to check these things out and see what’s on offer. Usually, there is lots of entertainment and you’ll have a great time. Just bring enough cash for some beers and a hotdog and you’re good to go!

Go camping

You really don’t need much money to go camping. Just get some snacks and drinks and invite some of your closest friends to join you. You’ll soon realise that the enjoyment you get out of things considerably depends on who you’re around. You’ve probably heard of the saying ‘it’s not what you do, it’s who you do it with’ right? It’s unnecessary to splash out on a five-star hotel resort when you can have just as an amazing and memorable night for free. Never underestimate how magical a night with your best pals underneath the star lite sky can be.

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DraftKings is one of the most popular sites for sports betting in the United States and has attracted a huge customer base from around the world. It’s the biggest sports betting site in terms of the revenue! It paid out over $1 billion in 2020 so it’s clear that there is a lot of cash prizes to be won on this site. It has a large welcome bonus, easy deposit methods with many payment options, fast and reliable payouts and is 3-Point check verified.

FanDuel

FanDuel is not far behind DraftKings in popularity. However, it stands out because of its sleek design and easy-to-use interface on the app and website. It features an extensive and exhaustive list of different bets types for each sport as well as daily fantasy sports options. And regularly holds tournaments that customers love. They like to keep the promotions and bonuses changing so customers can always take advantage of what’s on offer.

BetMGM Sportsbook

BetMGM Sportsbook has become a reputable online betting site worldwide but has particularly found success in the United States. MGM started off with land-based casinos before creating an online sportsbook due to high demand. They offer new customers a $600 risk-free bet offer which is something all players will want to take advantage of! As well as exceptional customer service with a responsive live chat, phone and email address.

William Hill Sportsbook

The William Hill brand has a history dating back all the way to 1934 so it’s become a well-known and trusted name in the betting industry. And this is because it has over 80 years of global expertise in the betting market! It’s the largest sportsbook in Nevada and has now expanded worldwide. This site offers an extensive list of banking options with over 35 different deposit methods and 72 hours or less payout time with them all.

FOX Bet Sportsbook

You must have been living under a rock if you’re regular sports better and you haven’t heard of this name! Fox bet has made sure that deposits and withdrawals are super straightforward for users. They bring huge competition to the online sports betting world because of the huge variety of bonuses and promotions they offer. At the time of writing, they are offering customers $500 if you deposit and bet with just $10 on your wager. Also, if you’re looking for the best prices, you’ll likely find that William Hill offers them.

PointsBet Sportsbook

PointsBet Sportsbook is more suited to more experienced players because of the traditional user experience that it offers. The app is easy to navigate and offers a sleek interface so you’ll have a pleasurable experience betting here. They offer a great sign-up bonus for new customers and a referral bonus for existing ones. And have ongoing bonuses and promotions to keep their customers happy!

Unibet Sportsbook

Unibet offers one of the biggest sportsbooks available! It’s available in five different countries and is easily accessible from their well-designed app. It has a variety of betting options and fast and reliable customer service. You can reach them through phone, email or a 24/7 live chat so you will always feel supported once being a customer at Unibet.

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Have a date night

This is important for you and your partner. You need to spend time together alone away from the children. And you shouldn’t feel guilty about this! It’s completely normal and reasonable to get someone to babysit whilst you and your partner go out for a date. Ask a family member first, many of them will be glad to help out and spend some time with the kids. It’s important to do these at least once a month, so you and your partner should agree on dates and stick to them. No excuses! It will make sure that you both feel connected and rekindle the romance which can sometimes get lost in the busyness of bringing up children.

Take offers from family

This one follows on from taking date nights. Remember that your family members might actually love to spend time with the kids and help you out. So don’t turn down offers to babysit thinking that they are just being polite. This gives you time to do the activities that you want and enjoy some well deserved time to yourself. It’s also a great way for your children to bond with their family members!

Invest in some entertainment for your children

Thankfully, there are thousands of toys to choose from that can keep your children entertained for hours. And that doesn’t just mean buying them a PlayStation and letting them game for hours in front of a screen. There are so many educational toys and games that children can play for hours which will also give them time to do the things that they enjoy. Here are some examples of toys and games that are also educational. Just make sure you pick something age-appropriate.

⦁ Lego (as previously mentioned
⦁ Scrabble
⦁ Kinetic Sand
⦁ Tangrams
⦁ Monopoly
⦁ Boogle
⦁ Bananagrams
⦁ Yahtzee
⦁ Codenames
⦁ Maze Escape
⦁ Art Supplies

If you haven’t heard of some of these games before, you’ll be able to find these all on Amazon for great prices! Most are less than $10 and the amount of extra time it will give you to yourself is priceless!

Alternate with your partner

It’s so important to work out a good routine with your partner and communicate when you want or need a break. There will always be points that you need a break and want some me time, so let your partner know. Then you can both alternate and let each other breath. It’s so much easier raising children when you’ve got an amazing duo! Work together and allow yourself time to re-energise.

Make sure your children have a good bedtime routine
Sending your children off to bed super early every night is not only beneficial for them but can be great for you too. This allows you to have the whole evening to yourself to do the things you want to do. Whether it’s read, watch a film, catch up with your favourite programme or cracking open a bottle of your favourite wine – do it!

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Fitness activities

There was a period that no one was allowed outside and this was a huge worry for parents. Usually, if your child is overactive, you could take them on a walk, down to the local park, cycling and any other outdoor activities that would allow them to burn off some energy. But for a few months, people were only allowed out for ”essential trips” which meant hospital appointments, shopping for food and water supplies, dog-walking etc. So burning off that steam had to be moved inside. But fear not, there are endless fitness activities that you can practice inside too. Such as fitness DVDs, yoga, WII fit (if you have one) and so much more. And the best thing? you can easily get up a youtube video and find thousands of free fitness routines.

Legoooooo

Let’s face it, who doesn’t love lego? It’s something that you can get enjoyment out of at any age. And lego is so advanced now that you can make thousands of different things. Children love the thrill of building and lego can easily keep them entertained for hours with more complicated and time-consuming builds available. Want to build a house, a car, your favourite movie hero, a theme park? lego has got you covered. The lego creations almost seem endless.

Baking

It’s time to get those colourful sprinkles out. It’s no secret that children’s favourite thing about baking is that they get to eat it at the end. Which makes it fun and yummy for them, win-win! It’s also a great way to start teaching your kids the basics of cooking skills that can come in super useful in the future. And who knows, maybe your kid will want to become the next Mary Berry. Some simple things to start off with are cookies, cakes and pizza! Then you can move onto more complicated dishes depending on your children’s age.

Back or front garden activities

If you’re lucky enough to have a front of back yard during the COVID-19 pandemic then you should use it to your full advantage! It’s important for the children to get fresh air and blow off steam outside. Even if you only have a small outside space there are many different things you can set up to keep your children entertained. You can turn it into a waterpark super easily by getting a plastic sheet and fairy liquid or baby shampoo. Of course, the kids will absolutely love this and you’ll struggle to get them inside in time for dinner. Or get some messy arts and crafts out there! Painting is a good one to take outside.

Try these four great activities out and you’re guaranteed to keep your kids entertained!

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We understand that sometimes it’s hard to think of ways to entertain your kids that don’t involve spending lots of money. That’s where we want to help! There are plenty of activities that involve little or no money that will keep your children entertained for hours.

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