Europe Travel In at the deep end Posted on 21st April 2015 My background of working with maritime attractions means that I know my port from my starboard and my heads from my toilets but I’m more accustomed to referring to sea-faring vessels as ships and the only spinnaker I know is a viewing tower. […]
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A family weekend in Prague
Europe Travel A family weekend in Prague Posted on 28th April 2015 So this one came about because I was lucky enough to win a weekend in Prague, courtesy of Family Traveller Magazine and Czech Tourism. I must admit, having been to Prague twice before, it didn’t even cross my mind that this would be […]
Exploring Antwerp
Europe Travel Exploring Antwerp Posted on 3rd June 2015 Starting out – the Diamond District Just a short taxi ride from Antwerp Airport and you can be in the heart of the city’s diamond district, ready to explore this magnificent city. As the name would suggest, this area is littered with diamond shops, specialists and […]
Festivals of Normandy
Europe Events Festivals of Normandy Posted on 30th April 2018 Where else can you head out on holiday and see headliners like Depeche Mode, DJ Snake and The Offspring before exploring the iconic Mont-Saint-Michel? Listen to live jazz from in medieval streets? Rock out on a racecourse after touring the Pays d’Auge, land of cider […]
Five reasons to visit the Faroe Islands in 2021
Europe News Travel Five reasons to visit the Faroe Islands in 2021 Posted on 19th November 2020 Looking for somewhere new to put on your must-visit list? With wildlife, rugged cliffs and wild weather, plus a population of just 50,000 (along with 80,000 sheep), the Faroe Islands are the perfect place to get away from […]
Best British winter days out and activities
England Europe News Best British winter days out and activities Posted on 11th November 2015 Now that the clocks have gone back and our thoughts start to focus on the winter months ahead, and of course Christmas, the experts at Britain’s Finest have put together a round up of the best British winter days out […]
5 winter canal cruises
England Europe Travel UK 5 winter canal cruises Posted on 24th October 2020 Fancy a rural retreat with dinner at amazing canalside pubs? Or perhaps you’ve always wanted to explore historic Warwick or Stratford upon Avon from a different perspective? Welcome to narrowboating. And according to Drifters Waterway Holidays, the inside top is: winter is […]
The Cube Houses of Rotterdam
Cities Europe Featured Weird & Wonderful The Cube Houses of Rotterdam Posted on 15th April 2017 A blog about my recent long weekend in Rotterdam is on its way, but special mention must go to our weird and wonderful accommodation in The Cube Houses of Rotterdam. I need to ‘fess up – this was my very […]
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England Europe Fitness Travel Tips Taking a bike on holiday Posted on 15th June 2018 Have you ever wanted to take your bike on holiday with you, but feel it’s too much hassle by air? A cycling holiday by ferry is a truly green way to travel, and it can also be a great way […]
Survey Reveals the British Spirit of Adventure Doesn’t Always Extend to Eating
Europe News Travel Survey Reveals the British Spirit of Adventure Doesn’t Always Extend to Eating Posted on 28th January 2017 A study conducted by Le Boat into the eating habits of holidaying Europeans has revealed that Brits lag behind their French and German counterparts when it comes to experimenting with foreign cuisine. The survey […]