London weekend itinerary – Christmas family visit

London is one of, if not my favourite city in the world. I often get asked by friends and family for a recommended London weekend itinerary. Where to stay, where to eat, what to see…

Madeira Trip Report – Part 2

I had a great reaction to the first part of my Madeira Trip Report (click here), I hope you enjoy part 2 as much Day 4 Time for the gang to go home today. Its…

Madeira Trip Report – Part 1

Madeira is a place I have fancied visiting for some time now. An annual short break with friends gave us an ideal opportunity to try it out. The gang booked 3 nights in Madeira, but…

Cartmel – a hidden gem on the edge of the Lake District

Cartmel is a beautiful village on the southern edge of the Lake District. We visited Cartmel last year when staying in Coniston. This year we decided to make it our base for our annual visit…

Barbados Trip Report 2018 – Final Episode

This is the third and final episode of my 2018 Barbados Trip Report. Our final week in our favourite holiday destination, Barbados. We’ve spent a lot of time on the beach and eating out. Its…