Top 10 Canada Moments – from Toronto to Montreal
This summer we adopted a motorhome, or RV as they are known in Canada, and spent two weeks driving from Toronto to Montreal. ‘Monty’ as …
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Treat yourself to a weekend in Paris
Paris in winter. The air is crisp as you stroll along the Seine, passing the Cathedral of Notre Dame glowing golden in the afternoon sun, …
6 tips for better Wildlife Photography
If you’ve watched any of the David Attenborough wildlife documentaries, you may be wondering how you too can photograph the illusive snow leopard or soar …
Christmas in Coburg: discovering the seasonal magic in Germany
The woodsmoke wafts from the bratwurst stall in the Coburg Christmas market, drawing a patient queue of people. For these aren’t just any sausage, they …
3 fab boutique hotels in Bristol – and what to do when staying there
Living in Bristol I often get asked for recommendations on the best places to stay as well as what to do in my lovely hometown. …
Foodie adventures on our Canadian Road Trip – Ontario and Quebec
Our summer road trip took us through Canada from Toronto to Montreal, eating the freshest of Canadian produce and trying the many craft beers (once the RV …
2 days in Florence – our perfect weekend itinerary
I spent 2 days in Florence to get a quick fix of culture and delicious Italian food. I’ve put together my own Florence 2 day …
A Weekend in Eastbourne – with cliff walks & fresh air
One of my favourite weekend getaways is to go walking along England’s unspoiled coastal paths. Those sea views, wind and fresh air seem to blow …
Panasonic Lumix GX80 review – Easy ways to improve your photography
When it comes to photography, I admit that I’m a bit of a technophobe. I enjoy photographing my travels, but can’t seem to get beyond …
A family holiday in the Venice Lido
Among all the available destinations in Italy, Venice is the queen of holidays in Northern Italy. Everybody knows Venice: the intricate and fascinating maze of …
Our top tips for driving an RV in Canada – on a Toronto to Montreal drive
As a child our family were great campers, touring Europe with all our gear packed into the Morris Minor. My parent’s spirit of adventure must …