travel
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Agatha Christie’s Greenway – A Photo Story
Agatha Christie’s holiday home Greenway, is just the most beautiful, idyllic place. A mansion on the river Dart that still has the feel of a much loved family home, it’s setting and grounds served as inspiration for Dead Man’s Folly *(the body was found in the boathouse), and ‘Five Little Pigs‘*, where the Battery was a key setting. Greenway is now in the control of the National Trust, and visitors can enjoy all the house, the setting and its vast grounds, getting a feel of what made Agatha, a Devon girl born and bred, tick. You do not need to book to go to Greenway, but you must book a…
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Top 5 European Destinations
Europe is a Heaven personified on Earth that offers thrilling experiences and unforgettable journeys for adventure enthusiasts. The Alpine ranges of Switzerland offer unparalleled skiing and hiking experiences which you can truly experience by travelling, and enjoying the route from Geneva to Verbier. In Turkey, you can try hot air ballooning and witness a bird’s eye view of the ethereal landscape of Cappadocia. The Pyrenees in Spain is a world-famous hotspot for skiers and hikers to enjoy untamed thrills. For those who want to find adventure amidst Nature, Norway’s fjords and northern lights are ideal. Iceland’s volcanic terrain presents unmatched opportunities for exploring the glaciers and geothermal springs. Here are…
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Find The Best Cruise And Stay Packages For An Unbeatable Vacation
Find your ideal cruise and stay package, top destinations, and booking tips for a perfect getaway.
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A Seaside Architecture Photo Story – Weymouth & Portland
Today I’m continuing with my Odyssey through the British seaside through its buildings, and I’m turning my attention to Weymouth and Portland. This is my favourite part of the Country, a place where I have spent holidays over the past two years, and where I hope to return again and again. It has glorious beaches, is very traditional when it comes to architecture, and has a lovely selection of shops and restaurants, as well as amusement arcades that keep my teen happy. Weymouth became popular during the Georgian and Regency era, specifically during the reign of George III, who often visited for medicinal purposes, to take in the sea air.…
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A Visit To Hay-On-Wye
Hay-On-Wye is a small market town in Wales that is World famous as the ‘town of books’ which means that it is my idea of heaven. As a self proclaimed bookworm, I have long wanted to pay a visit to check out the town in general, and the book shops in particular. Last Saturday, I finally got the chance to take a good look around, the sun was shining and, I’m pleased to say, the town did not disappoint. Hay-On-Wye prides itself on being the World’s first ‘booktown’, teamed, since 2007, with Timbuktu in Mali, famous as being the home of the Mr Men. It is a pretty, picturesque market…
