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The Big Buddha, Hong Kong.
They call it the Big Buddha so it's pretty obvious that an English person like me is going to say "and it is a big bugger'. But what else would they possibly call this huge 112 ft. tall sculpture? The thing is massive. On the right of the photograph you can just see,...
What is YakaMein?
Well, let's put it this way. Would you rather have a hangover or a bowl of alligator meat and / or other meat with vegetables, noodles, egg and possibly the piquant touch of pigs' feet? As a vegetarian, I'd much rather cope with the headache, thank you.But YakaMein,...
Travel: Let’s Talk Toilets!
This is an aspect of travel that not many people talk about. But if you've travelled far and wide, you'll know that not every country in the world has the facilities that you'd expect to find at home. They say that every adventurous traveller has at least one...
Drive your Favourite Supercar in Yorkshire
What would you like to drive at high speed? Would you choose a Porsche, a Lamborghini, an Aston Martin (my own choice), a Ferrari? All these and more are available for you to drive in scenic North Yorkshire. This also makes a great gift for the petrol-head in your...
Travelling and Special Diets
One of the great pleasures of travelling - especially when you're going abroad - is enjoying sampling the local cuisine. But for many people, this can be more stressful than we realise. I'm taking here about those who have food allergies or who need to stick to...
Amazon Prime Reading for the Traveller
We've known for a long time that Amazon Prime is a great service but now that the company has added even more to its offerings, it became even better. Now, if you're a Prime member then you can add thousands of free books, magazines and publications to the benefits...
See Scotland from above
Most tourists who visit Scotland will take the usual well-travelled routes to see Scotland’s ancient castles and historical sites, swing by Loch Ness hoping for a glimpse of ‘Nessie’ or take a driving tour following Scotland’s spectacular coastline with its...
Where to Stay: Bellingen, New South Wales
Located almost midway between Sydney and Brisbane, Bellingen Lemon Myrtle Farm offers visitors to Australia a unique experience. This rustic, off-the-grid cabin offers an opportunity to get away from it all but with a lively historic town just a few minutes away, The...
Champagne Tea for Two: Blenheim Palace
If you're visiting England, then consider visiting the fabulous Blenheim Palace. Not only that, but enjoy seeing the splendour of the palace and its grounds and then enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea - complete with champagne. See how the other half lives -...
Zika and Florida
Yes, let's be sensible about the 'dangers' of the Zika virus in Florida. Every day, I get several email alerts and newsletters about the travel industry and at the moment, they are almost all telling me stories of doom and gloom in Florida. If I paid any attention to...
Forge Your Own Wedding Rings in Rural England
Hereford is a rural cathedral city which is to the west of London - about one hundred and thirty miles from the centre - and located near the Welsh border. It's an ancient city and a truly interesting place to visit but for couples, there's an added bonus. You can...
Create a Hotel Hygiene Kit
Have you seen any of those TV programmes that have been cropping up in recent years regarding the cleanliness - or lack thereof - in average hotels? If you haven't, see the video below as an example. See how serious, even deadly, bacteria can lurk in hotel rooms....
Where to Stay: Catskill Mountains
The Catskills area is known to be a popular destination all year round. The scenery is amazing and there are opportunities for many fabulous outdoor activities. But finding a great place to stay at a reasonable price can be difficult. Which is why we are delighted to...
Stay in Scotland’s oldest inhabited house
Originally a hunting lodge for the kings and queens of Scotland, Traquair House, located in the Scottish Borders Region not far from the border with England, is Scotland’s oldest continuously inhabited house. For nearly a thousand years Traquair House has been home...
Do You Have What it Takes to be an Airbnb Host?
Have you thought about being an Airbnb host? I highly recommend it and it's a great way to make some extra money. But have you got what it takes? It sounds easy, doesn't it? It's fun too - you'll get to meet people from all over the world and from all walks of life....
Common Sense Travel Tips
As a travel enthusiast and Airbnb host, I read many blogs and forums relating to the subject. And I find that many travellers simply do not prepare themselves adequately for their travel experience, especially if they are going abroad. Travel is one of the most...
Cute Cottage in Cornwall
I've loved Cornwall since I was a child and the cottage you see here is a wonderful place to stay. See the photographs further down the page. The tiny and ancient town of Lostwithiel is well-located within the county and the perfect base for exploring. That is, if you...
Where to Stay: Cutler Bay, South Miami
Are you planning to explore South Florida? Is Miami one of the places you'd like to visit? Or the Florida Keys? Or perhaps you're a race fan like me and are looking for accommodation that's convenient for the Homestead Speedway? Stay with Carmen and Jim in their...
Visit Queen Elizabeth’s favourite ship
Coming to Edinburgh? No vacation trip to Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, would be complete without paying a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, Scotland’s most popular visitor attraction. Launched in 1953 Her Majesty’s Yacht Britannia was a much-loved favourite of...
The Best Cosmetic Bag for Travel
When I say cosmetics bag, this Lay-n-Go drawstring bag is perfect for all those small items that you need to access when you're travelling. And although it was developed for cosmetics, the non-make-up-wearing man will find this ideal for his toiletries too. Have you...
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