I recently enjoyed a week on the Norfolk Broads with my family and in my upcoming post Things to Do on the Norfolk Broads part 2 I mention Wroxham Barns an award-winning visitor attraction made up of local businesses. The Barns also offers refreshment via their Coffee Shop and Restaurant (Awarded the Gold Standard Broads Quality Charter by VisitEngland) which serve wholesome…
If you’ve been browsing Instagram recently you will have been hard pushed not to have seen some photos of majestic lavender fields. I am lucky in that I live very close to one of Kent’s most photographed lavender growers; Castle Farm in Shoreham, who really take advantage of the season with all sorts of activities from tours of their fields…
You don’t have to stay in a hotel when travelling. Choosing a different form of accommodation could add some extra novelty to your trip. Here are 7 alternative forms of accommodation that could be worth trying if you want a change from hotels. Go camping Going camping isn’t for everyone – unless you’re glamping, it generally isn’t very luxurious. It…
It might sound silly but one of the best things about my trip to Morocco last Summer was the breakfast served by the Riads that we stayed at. Although there were some differences from place to place the majority of the breakfasts were made up of various local breads and jams served with mint tea. I particularly enjoyed the square…
“My dream is to work and travel.” “Why don’t you…” “No, I mean I really want to work and see the world.” Anybody who has travelled before will know that working and seeing the sights aren’t conducive. Earning money abroad is too much like hard work. There are pints to be pulled and inevitable hungover days that prevent you from…
My sister and I had our very first Safari holiday this year which was just an extraordinary experience that I can’t wait to do again. We spent 7 days exploring Kenya’s amazing reserves and staying at some beautiful lodges on the Somak Cheetah Safari – you can read more about our experience on their website in my guest post. On…
In my post Things to do on the Norfolk Broads Part 1, I told you about getting on the water, Horsey Water Pump, enjoying a day in Great Yarmouth and fishing on the Broads. In this second post of the series, I will give you some more fun ideas to keep you entertained whilst enjoying this beautiful part of the UK….
Iceland has a population of 300.000 inhabitants. Its economy is growth inspired and has one of the highest GDP per capita. Regarding competitiveness, Iceland stands number four in Europe according to the “IMD’s World Competitiveness Yearbook 2007”. The regional economy is especially interesting because of the significant foreign investments by Icelandic businesses. Also, Icelandic companies have turned out of a…
Guernsey is an island in the English Channel, part of the Channel Island archipelago, off the coast of Normandy and has been a tourist destination since Victorian times. The island boasts a multitude of things to do, see and eat which makes it the perfect venue for a family holiday or even a weekend away with someone special. Whether you’re…
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