Revitalise your heart, mind and soul: Discover the tonic of “Feeling Good”
How reassuring to be reminded of the strength, the resilience, the beauty and the diversity of nature.
March 2023
Euphoria at beating the looming 5 o’clock deadline
Wanting to celebrate what had already been a memorable day, we asked if we could buy wine in the village. “Yes,” replied João, “But you must hurry as the shop shuts at 5 o’clock.”
Cruising the Bosporus gave me a brief moment to taste the life of the rich and famous
Our hearts sank as a series of exceedingly large and impersonal looking boats tied up at the wharf came into view. We arrived early seeking the modern yacht promised to us. The luxury yacht taking only a few passengers out… Read More »Cruising the Bosporus gave me a brief moment to taste the life of the rich and famous
Cautionary tales of locked luggage dramas and how to dodge baggage glitches
Thankfully, after my dramatic mime of being locked out of my bag, the driver gleefully produced, with an overly dramatic flourish I thought, a lever from his boot. Then he managed to prise the lock right off my bag – all within one minute.
A good travel companion is invaluable
When you travel, either domestically or for long stints overseas, your travel companion is a vital figure in your life. They are the person who is (nearly) always there. They are the person you need to rely on if anything… Read More »A good travel companion is invaluable
The importance of establishing a tradition
How can we make a tradition? In 2010, it required only one stop at the Emirates Business Lounge in Dubai. Arriving in Europe after a long flight, we felt somewhat dazed. We stumbled into the expansive lounge gazing around in… Read More »The importance of establishing a tradition
6 easy tweaks to make your next holiday just a little more environmentally friendly
Here are six easy things you can add to your luggage to reduce the environmental impact of your next trip. Many of us try to reduce environmental impacts at home. But what about on holiday? Take these 5 items with… Read More »6 easy tweaks to make your next holiday just a little more environmentally friendly