A Yoga Retreat in Iceland – Finding Freedom Again
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 […]
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 […]
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, New Zealand & the Dominican […]
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 […]
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 history, then this is the […]
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 when you sustain an injury […]
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 bike! Along the way I […]
Mam Tor is one of the most popular hikes in the Peak District & was recently placed in the Top 10 for Britain’s favourite walks. After experiencing the epic panoramic views from the length of the Great Ridge, I would […]
For me, London is the best city in the world & I am lucky to have it on my doorstep. Here, I concentrate on things to do at London Bridge. The area offers a mix of fascinating history, awe inspiring […]
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 & […]

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