Once you’re in the town, there’s a supermarket in the mall which is easy to find. There is not much else in the area, and it’s worth being aware that supermarkets don’t sell higher strength alcohol. This has to be purchased from a wine vendor, we found the wine vendor in a same mall as …
The Lofoten Islands in Norway (Part 1)
The Lofoten Islands in Norway are a spectacular part of the world to visit. They are a fairly remote archipelago in northern Norway, higher up than the Arctic Circle so an excellent place to experience the Northern Lights or the Midnight Sun, depending on the time of year you visit. The islands are incredibly picturesque, …
A Trip To Lisbon and Porto
This was a sightseeing trip to Lisbon and Porto taken at the end of May. The following is our itinerary. Day 1 We flew into Lisbon Airport shortly after midday. The metro in Lisbon is good and efficient but in order to maximise sightseeing time we took a taxi to our hotel, which was situated …
All You Need to Know About a Cruise and Didn’t Like to Ask!
Our latest adventure found us once again on a cruise ship. This is our third cruise and I have to admit it’s taken us a while to get used to cruising. I honestly believe that you have to ‘learn’ to cruise, because it is very different from a land based holiday. So I would like …
A Magical Journey to Lake Como: A Wedding and Wanderlust
Lake Como, with its enchanting landscapes and charming towns, served as the backdrop to a journey that was not just a holiday but a celebration of love. We embarked on this unforgettable adventure as guests to a breathtaking wedding, and along the way, we discovered the beauty of Lake Como, its quaint towns, and even …
First Time Cruisers
We have just been on our first cruise, and we chose to go to Norway. Apparently, it is the favourite destination for most first- time cruisers, according to our Travel Agent. We booked through a Travel Agent to make sure that we got the best deal and had all the necessary paperwork. It was very easy …
La Belle Juliette Review
Rue du Cherche Midi La Belle Juliette is a 4 star hotel and spa in the 75600 district of Paris, not far from Luxembourg Gardens. It is 7 minutes walk from the nearest underground station and within a 45 minute steady walk to the Eiffel Tower. There are some lovely shops, cafes and restaurants on …
A Nice-ish Time in Nice
We took a spring break to the city of Nice as we have always thought it was a glamourous destination. Well, and this is just our opinion remember, it isn’t. You can see that it has become a victim of it’s own success and global tourism has had a big impact on this place. Now, …
A Trip to Derby
If city breaks are something that you enjoy, then you might have Derby on your list. I wouldn’t push it to the top though. On the other hand, if you prefer to base yourself in a city, but spend your time exploring the surrounding area, it’s got plenty within easy reach. It’s an old town, …
Fylde Coast
When most people think of the Fylde Coast, one thing springs to their mind. Blackpool. But there’s more to the Fylde than that. So other than one brief mention of something a world away from the Pleasure Beach, I’ll be reviewing somewhere completely different. Be warned. It can be very wet and windy on the …
