It was with a sense of anxiety that I boarded a plane again for the first time in 18 months. I was headed to Iceland & didn’t feel I was quite ready. But the timing was perfect. I learned so […]
My recent visit to the Peak District provided a mix of everything I needed from 6 days discovering the joys of this beautiful corner of England. It was a busy but varied agenda including hiking, cycling, history, castles, stately homes […]
Updated on September 20th, 2021 I love a road trip! And for me, hitting the road alone is the ultimate in freedom. But a solo road trip can be a daunting prospect. I have taken the plunge in Australia, Hawaii, […]
My latest trip to discover the beauty of the United Kingdom was to take some time exploring South Wales. Through these three stunning walks in the Gower Peninsula, I sampled a few award winners. Here, I give you both the […]
Updated on August 23rd, 2021 The Peak District in England is an outdoor lover’s paradise & has something to offer for everyone. If you are interested in epic landscapes, endless walking trails, stunning stately homes, quintessentially English villages & fascinating […]
Updated on August 16th, 2021 If you have read any of my blog posts, you will know I am a huge advocate of solo travel. However, occasionally I must admit that there are also disadvantages of travelling alone. What about […]
Updated on August 23rd, 2021 The Monsal Trail in the Peak District, UK is a disused Victorian railway line which is perfect to explore on foot. However, as it is flat & traffic free, I decided to get on a […]
I’ll be honest. I started writing this post as a humorous story about my misadventures in 1995, hiking one of New Zealand’s Great Hikes, the Routeburn Track. However, I then did some research to understand how things have changed & […]
Updated on June 28th, 2021 With restrictions easing in the UK, many iconic landmarks are due to open their doors again. Last year I made the most of the opportunity between lockdowns to visit many of the lavish, notorious, historic […]
Updated on September 13th, 2021 The hike from Fira to Oia is a must do on any Santorini itinerary. This 10km walk along the edge of the caldera is one of the most spectacular short hikes anywhere in the world. […]
