I’ve sung the praises of TUI more than once on this blog. The British travel market seems to really love a good package holiday and about a third of the time I am no exception. I love the ease of it, the simplicity and the guarantee that if something goes wrong there is a team … More Travel | Golden Beach Hotel Review – Rethymnon, Crete
One of the primary reasons I started this blog many years ago was to document all the exciting adventures I had with one of my best friends during a trip to visit her in Orange County, California. That trip was my first long-haul solo flight (a whole feat in itself) and was one I was … More Travel | Newport Beach, The OC – California, USA
There comes a point when sitting in the sunshine, hearing waves crash against the shore with a huge stack of books next to you is the only thing that occupies my mind. I was lucky enough to fly out to Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands, this July to experience to beauty of this volcanic … More Travel| Royal Palm Hotel, Fuerteventura
The Maldives are one of the most exclusive and beautiful places to visit, and the perfect location for a spot of snorkelling. Huge waves, whales and storms make the oceans look like invincible and powerful creatures but moments under water like this really bring home how fragile the ecosystems of our oceans are, and how … More World Oceans Day – A Toe In The Indian Ocean
For World Oceans Day I wanted to do some blog posts on the oceans I have stepped a toe in, starting with the Atlantic. Being in the UK means one of the oceans I am most likely to encounter on my travels is the Atlantic. Whether it’s the icy choppy waters between Southampton and New … More World Oceans Day – A Toe In The Atlantic
As part of my series of World Oceans Day posts I thought I would list my top 5 ocean themed movies. Soul Surfer This is the dramatised telling of the story of world renowned surfer Bethany Hamilton who lost an arm to a shark bite whilst surfing as a teenager. Rather than become fearful of … More World Oceans Day – Top 5 Ocean Movies
Wednesday 8th June 2016 is World Oceans Day – a day to highlight the importance of the world’s oceans on the planet and the future of the planet. It’s also a chance to celebrate the big and small ways in which our lives are impacted and influenced by the oceans. With that in mind I … More World Oceans Day – Lush
I’m pretty sure anyone who has had the good fortune to visit South Palm Beach, Florida, will tell you that the Dune Deck is the ultimate place to be for a lazy, sunny brunch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. With a huge menu filled with all of your favourite breakfast foods, Dune Deck caters for all … More Travel: Breakfast in South Palm Beach
The iconic white buildings and blue domes of Santorini make it an idyllic summer destination. With beaches, cliff top towns, wine and sunshine it’s the perfect sun filled getaway. We booked this holiday with Thomson and stayed at the Marillia Village. My week in Santorini was filled with amazing food which we ate along the … More Travel Tuesday: Sunsets in Santorini
Sometimes I crave an exotic adventure, and other times I desperately want a week lazing on a beach and at those times I look to Thomson for a great deal on a package holiday. If I want a hassle free holiday then Thomson or their partner company First Choice is definitely where I start looking. … More Hotel Review: Guayarmina Princess – Tenerife
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