A City Break In Florence – Discover The Charm
I fell in love with Firenze, or as we say, Florence, for a reason I can’t quite put my finger on. Was it the Renaissance art and beautiful architecture within the ancient walls? Could it…
Sail Away On The Aegean Sea With Your Own Private Gulet
If you are looking for a holiday to escape the crowds and for complete and utter relaxation, read on. What is it like to sail the tranquil, emerald green, warm waters around the coast of Turkey…
Memories Of A Visit to Agaete, Gran Canaria
How crazy it seems that it was only a couple of months ago that I visited the Gran Canarian town of Agaete on the last day of my holiday to the island. We were staying…
Villa Britannia, Taormina in Sicily
If you’re anything like me, you’ll be dreaming of your first getaway in the glorious, but seemingly-far-off world of “post-Lockdown.” If that’s you, I’d suggest you centre the object of your holiday fantasies on Villa…
Teror – A Traditional Canarian Town, Gran Canaria
Seeking a more authentic Canarian experience other than the just the beaches, I read about the small town of Teror being voted the most beautiful town on Gran Canaria. On a Sunday, the town holds…
Gran Canaria: Dolphin And Whale Watching
In search of a bit of winter sun, I booked a last minute flight to Gran Canaria for a long weekend. The Canary Islands are often a go-to destination for us Brits during winter as…
A Trip Into The Bihar Countryside, Romania
I love the countryside. I love walking, running and cycling in it and I delight in taking photographs of it. As I live in England, I’m used to seeing beautiful green fields, occasionally containing animals….
The Tranquil Beauty of Perast and Kotor Bay, Montenegro
I had great plans for Montenegro. The wild country of Europe, home to enchanted mountains and vast national parks, it would be a perfect venue for some adventuring I had thought. There would be hiking…
The Beautiful Baroque City of Ragusa Ibla, Sicily
Back in May this year I was fortunate enough to pay a visit to this stunning part of Sicily with my mother. We were on one of our breaks away again and staying in the…
Hiking, Climbing And Outdoor Adventures In Cyprus
Cyprus is a fabulous destination for those who enjoy some activity and adventure in their holidays. The outdoor pursuit offerings are plentiful; the warm, calm seas mean that water-sports are an obvious draw, and cycling…
Cooking and Nature – Emotional Hotel, Portugal
Just over a 100km north of Lisbon is one of the most beautiful valleys in Portugal, right in the heart of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park. Nestled between the rural hamlet of…
A Long Weekend Away In Amsterdam
I was recently fortunate to spend a long weekend away in Amsterdam with my lovely daughter. Before we went my daughter was struggling with anxiety about the trip, but after conversations and lots of reassurance…
