Cornwall may well be firmly attached to mainland England, but this spectacular county on the rugged southwestern tip has its own blend of unique charm and beauty that perfectly separates it from the rest of the country. Cornwall’s reach extends considerably into the Celtic Sea, forming a jagged peninsula culminating at the promontory of Land’s… Continue reading
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Cornwall – Part 1 – Languid Bays and Salty Lips – A Jaunt to the Port Town of Fowey
An awful lot of people have childhood memories of holidays in Cornwall, and the holidays are old-fashioned and hugely successful. You stick a child and a dog on one of the beaches, and they just light up: they just love it. ― Martin Clunes, Actor Cornwall has been high on my list of places to… Continue reading
Richmond Park – All Good Things Are Wild and Free
London can be many things to many people. In a city saturated with historical monuments and famous landmarks the river city is a veritable playground for the throngs of eager tourists wishing to soak up a bit of British culture. For the young, or the very young at heart, London is a beacon representing opportunity… Continue reading
River Walk – Chiswick to Hammersmith with a picturesque detour to Chiswick House and Gardens.
A self guided jaunt through two of London’s prettiest waterfront neighbourhoods – including an interactive map Time 2-4 hours depending on your rhythm and how often you stop. An easy, slow-paced walk on mostly flat, paved terrain. When Dan and I moved to London one of the biggest adjustments for us was navigating our new… Continue reading
Oxford – Part 2 – Idyllic with a Capital I
“When I used to read fairy tales, I fancied that kind of thing never happened, and now here I am in the middle of one!” —Chapter 4, The Rabbit Sends in a Little Bill – Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Bluish grey ripples of reflected water danced on the branches above their heads as the tiny… Continue reading
Oxford – Part 1 – Exceeding Expectations
There is so much to see and do in Oxford that it is impossible to show you everything in one single post. Therefore, I have decided to share this quintessential English town in two delicious portions. In the first part, we wander around the town, taking in the grandiose architecture, and marveling at the specimens… Continue reading