St Andrews Lakes in Kent, or the Blue Lake, as locals call it, is so tucked away in the village of Halling, you’d never guess it’s there.
Hidden away from the busy roads in Medway, lies an emerald blue lake where peals of laughter replace the blare of horns.… Continue reading
Visiting Semuc Champey is a big decision when planning your Guatemla trip itenerary. Getting there is…complicated.
Ultimately, I decided to go for it and now have fond memories of this special place.
For me, the name “Semuc Champey” evokes memories of lounging lazily in limestone pools…body, mind and soul relishing the aqua therapy.… Continue reading
Public art works in London are guaranteed to arouse your emotions. Installations are fun, quirky and completely unorthodox.
They are also an easy find. As you wander around the city, you are guaranteed to come face-to-face with one or several whimsical pieces.… Continue reading
Exploring bridges across the UK is a fascinating activity. It goes well beyond an appreciation for great architecture. You’re also getting history lessons, seeing how local communities use them in fitness regimes, and of course, there’s the brilliant photo opportunities.
With so many unique architectural styles, it is tough to pinpoint just which ones are the UK’s most beautiful bridges.… Continue reading
Good Friday in San Miguel de Allende is an excellent place to start if you want to get a good look at how Mexico celebrates Easter. The most poignant moments in the city’s Semana Santa (“Holy Week”) celebrations occur on this day.… Continue reading
Going to see the seals at Horsey Beach in Norfolk is certainly not your typical reason to head to the coast. This beach visit does not come with colourful beach huts and sun loungers.
Instead, picture yourself with a front row seat to an incredible wildlife spectacle where the action unfolds on a sandy stage on the Norfolk coast.… Continue reading
London Christmas walking tours have a certain outcome: they fire up your festive spirit.
The holiday mood doesn’t sweep over me as fast as it used to. But stepping out into that chilly December night air and taking a walk to see London in Christmas glory fixes that.… Continue reading
Oh, sheep! You have finally made it to the Cotswolds. Yes, it truly is as gorgeous as everyone claims.
The main draws of the Cotswolds are the limestone architecture, and the incredibly lush landscape.
An idyllic stroll through any of the sleepy villages will take you past the distinctive wooden doors of pubs, tea rooms, bakeries and confectionery shops.… Continue reading
GoBoat is an incredibly fun way to explore London by canal. No renting an entire houseboat, or being mates with someone who lives on one.
I opted to take a GoBoat from the Paddington starting point on an evening in Autumn.… Continue reading
Startling events were unfolding in Nicaragua. Miles away in the US, unsuspecting tourists – myself included – eagerly boarded an American Airlines flight bound to Managua, its capital city.
We were completely oblivious to the fact that we were headed directly into the storm – a fresh brew of civil unrest in Nicaragua.… Continue reading
