“Do you celebrate Pancake day in the Netherlands?”, I asked the waitress at breakfast this morning. She didn’t seem to know immediately, that it was indeed Pannenkoeken dag (Dutch for Pancake day). But I guess working in “The Pancake Bakery” makes every day Pancake day in Amsterdam! Also referred to as Shrove Tuesday (mainly in English-speaking […]
Short breaks to Europe mean a change of baggage for me. Reluctantly I have to rethink the practicalities of my hand bag as well, so that it is suitable for all my needs, including geocaching, whilst being stylish enough to be taken seriously. Think my bag from old jeans, bag, will work? Wherever you go, […]
I don’t watch television, and that means I have had to accept the fact that I can’t join in those conversations about the latest soap, sitcom or drama series, or even the Olympics coverage. However, it rarely bothers me. But I do have to admit to being a little disheartened when I hear about a […]
I’m a bum gun convert! There, I’ve admitted it. I’ve joined the cult. And I’m embracing this new religion. Bum guns on my travels are definitely a thing. Humour aside, I’m not confessing to anything untoward. Many other travellers through South East Asia have done the same during their time there. Look it up, there […]
I’ve visited New York twice, but I’ve never been a fan. However, I do have a friend who is. Today I have a guest post to share with you, from that very friend, Mario Hinksman – maybe on reflection, I should give NYC another chance… A look back at five visits to New York over […]
Today sees the start of the Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show at Excel in London. Of course, I’m heading along for some more travel inspiration. With Valentines Day on Friday, this might be your chance to treat that special someone to a day out, or treat yourself. Either way, it sounds like a well packed […]