The faces of Star Surf Camps, Moliets
Tomorrow, which happens to be International Surfing Day, I’ll be announcing something very exciting that has to do with my recent trip to Star Surf Camps in France. Until then, I’ll be telling you...
View ArticleWhat is your favourite travel photo?
Due to travel and life in general, I missed last month’s travel link-up, but I’m determined to amend my ways this July. This month’s topic (chosen by the link-up founders Rebecca, Emma and Kelly)...
View ArticleA return trip: Five destinations to rediscover
Moving to London has meant a substantial increase in travel and, I’ll admit, I sometimes get caught up in this mad desire to just see as many new places as possible. I’m not saying that this is a bad...
View Article48 hours in Strasbourg
When I think of Strasbourg now, I am immediately inundated with memories: leaning medieval buildings, covered bridges, an impossibly tall cathedral, a glass of wine by a canal, a cobblestone-filled...
View Article2014: The recap
With New Year’s Eve fast approaching, I thought it would be apt to reflect on and remember the year that is just coming to an end. 2014 was a year of challenges, surprises and – integral to my...
View ArticleMy week with Star Surf Camps
On Friday, which happens to be International Surfing Day, I’ll be announcing something very exciting that has to do with my recent trip to Star Surf Camps in France. Until then, I’ll be telling you...
View ArticleSt Joseph’s Church, the symbol of Le Havre’s rebirth
Even from a distance, I could tell that St Joseph’s wouldn’t be just any old church. We were standing on the balcony of City Hall’s 17th floor with all of Le Havre spread out below us. Straight roads...
View Article2015: The recap
I did the 2014 version of this post last year and, since it helped me to remember – and appreciate – the year that was coming to a close then, I thought I’d do the same for 2015. Just like 2014,...
View ArticleA winter sun weekend in Le Havre
It’s always around December/January time when I see a growing number of references and prompts to escape the cold clutches of winter in pursuit of some mid-winter sunshine. Normally, this involves...
View ArticleA French cooking class in the countryside with Chef Regine
I love the sound of French dishes and ingredients. On my visits to France, I have spent large amounts of time wandering through food markets or perusing restaurant menus, with each word spotted...
View ArticleDiscovering Nantes with Surprise Trips
Would you sign up for a trip where you’d only find out where you’re going on arrival at the airport? As someone who likes planning most of my travel (and my life) to the smallest detail, this sounds...
View Article2017: The recap
Better late than never, right? In many ways, 2017 was a year that changed my life. I travelled a lot and, as the runaway highlight of the year, Chris proposed to me while exploring Iceland. But last...
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