Sailing is a surprisingly high adrenaline activity. I've tried my hand at America's Cup sailing in Auckland Harbour and I spent two nights cruising on a sailboat through the Whitsundays in Australia. There's nothing quite like the rush you get when the wind's in your sails, your boat is tipped precariously sideways, and you're slicing through the … [Read more...]
Boardmasters Festival 2016
Last weekend, Newquay and its surrounding bays played host to a spectacular event. Sun, sea, sand, surf, skating and some top bands came together for the annual Boardmasters Festival, and I was there to review the shenanigans with a new Canon 1300D, VIP tickets and one of my closest friends in hand. Boardmasters is quite unique in that it … [Read more...]
Best of Upfest 2016
Bristol has really made a name for itself in the world of street art. One of history's most notable street artists - Banksy - worked his way to fame through the Bristol underground scene. Keeping his identity a secret, he leaves political messages using a distinctive stenciling technique. Throughout the year, Bristol's streets, bridges, … [Read more...]
Top Attractions in Bristol
Famous as a port city, one of the top attractions in Bristol is its miles of harbourside footpaths. It’s a place that tends to attract a young and sociable crowd and there are always plenty of cultural experiences to get involved with. Almost every weekend there are competing festivals celebrating anything from jazz to chocolate; it hosts a … [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Visit Jersey
WHY VISIT JERSEY? Jersey, along with the other Channel Islands, is one of those places most of us have heard of, but not all of us could place on a map. It floats around in our subconscious as 'another part of the British Isles', but, for a lot of Brits, it doesn't stand out as a must-see destination. This might, in part, be because of … [Read more...]
Top 5 Yorkshire Walks
Yorkshire encompasses four counties, which are located towards the north east of England. It's a beautiful part of the country with ragged cliffs and coastline, rolling hills, dales, pastures and misty moorland. This lends itself incredibly well to walking, hiking and rambling. Some national trails go on for miles. The Cleveland way, Yorkshire … [Read more...]
Sightseeing with the London Pass: is it Worth the Money?
Welcome to the London Pass. Last weekend, my friend and I spent a day trying out the London Pass - a sightseeing card entitling its holder to prepaid access to loads of the city's hot spots at discounted prices. HOW DOES THE LONDON PASS WORK? You can purchase the London Pass in advance of your trip. Then, as soon as you activate it by … [Read more...]
How to Plan a Hen Party in the Cotswolds
Planning a hen party is no small task. You'll need to manage a large budget, organise a variety of activities, and keep the bride-to-be's tastes in mind while attempting to please a large group of other people, many of whom you might never have met before. The Cotswolds are a great choice of location. Not only are they arguably the most beautiful … [Read more...]
London south bank: a farewell to remember
Last weekend was a sad occasion. With me about to leave for South America, it was the last chance I'd get to see the dad for at least the next eight months. So, with it being father's day too, we decided to make it special and to see the London south bank from a tourist's perspective. In three leisurely days, we crammed in a lot of activities and … [Read more...]
