I read somewhere that there are over 1500 castles in the UK and I try to visit as many as I can on my travels. Maybe it’s all those historical romances I devoured as a teenager, but I have to admit I’m a little obsessed. There’s something about being there: the atmosphere, smells and sights, …
Castle Craze – A Few Of My Favourite UK Castles (and counting). Read More »
Who hasn’t heard of Pablo Picasso? For me, the name conjures up distinctive images: strange, evocative and compelling. So when I travelled to the south of Spain a few years ago I had to take the opportunity to see his work in the flesh. Malaga is usually a transit point for the more popular parts …
The Day I Met Picasso. 7 Of His Thought-Provoking Quotes That Will Inspire You Today. Read More »
So you’re going through a midlife transition, but let’s be honest, it feels more like a midlife crisis. You’re dissatisfied, frustrated with how your life is going and you feel hopelessly stuck. Now more than ever, you’re aware of your mortality but you don’t know what to do. You’re not alone. I’ve been there. Consumed …
Sick Of That Midlife Malaise? 7 Reasons Why Solo Travel May Be Just The Spark You Need. Read More »
Over the years I’ve come to have a strange fascination with doors, one it seems that’s shared by quite a few. And it especially comes to the fore when I’m off on my travels. If I find a door that’s interesting (at least to me) I find myself taking a picture. I saw some eye-catching …
It’s not everyday you get to walk around a real-life archaeological site. A place that has relinquished so many secrets yet acres of it still remain a mystery. Pompeii, a city lost in time for over 15 centuries, gives us a fascinating glimpse into life as it was back then. On a visit full of …
Remember You Will Die! A Poignant Day in The Ancient City of Pompeii. Read More »
Inspiration can come in so many ways and perhaps there’s no better source than the places we visit, the people we meet and the stories we discover along the way. Every place has a story to tell and on a recent trip I found that Lithuania was no exception. It is a country teeming …
Travel Inspiration – Lithuania. Stories of courage, defiance and hope. Read More »
There’s no way to describe the excitement I feel each time I pack my bags knowing that I’m setting off on the next mini-adventure. I often fantasize about taking off on a grand tour, traversing the globe with absolute freedom, dipping in and out of continents and islands at will. Alas, while the grand plan …