Britain is a collection of island nations with over 11,000 miles of coastline to explore and enjoy. Whether you love action-packed adventures in the great British outdoors or mucking around in boats, there’s something for everyone. For those who don’t have their sea legs or find sailing too […]
January is the time of year when the dull and dreary weather makes us dream of travelling to sunnier climates and escaping winter’s icy grip. If you’re suffering from a touch of Seasonal Affective Disorder, why not head to the nearest travel agent or online travel site and […]
Bird watching is a funny old game. Birders love nothing better than to count the numbers of birds they’ve seen every year. The more species the better, the rarer the birds, the greater the satisfaction. I’m not immune to the challenge of counting birds. This year, I’ve managed […]
Northumberland is one of Britain’s most beautiful counties, but this wild and wonderful place is also one of the least visited. It’s on my doorstep so no surprise that I’m its biggest fan. With fabulous beaches, historic castles and a stunning coastline, it’s a shame that more people haven’t discovered its […]
It’s bird bonanza time on the Farne Islands as migrating birds flock onto the islands for the summer season. This makes the Farnes one of my top summer holiday trips. For our feathered friends, this is more than a bird vacation. They are here for romance and – let’s be […]
Autumn arrived with a vengeance this week – cold, gusty winds shook the leaves off the trees and sent a shiver down our spines in the UK. But what a thrill to see the seasons changing as summer’s glow faded and autumn’s orange hues appeared together with a […]
By Tammy Tour Guide and Tony van Diesel Wildlife watching is a wonderful and thrilling experience – until it goes slightly pear-shaped. It’s when you get a little too close to nature for comfort that the call of the wild can take on a more dangerous meaning! So here’s […]
It’s not often that I’m impressed by a display of very old books but an exhibition in Durham this week stood out with its stunning Anglo-Saxon treasures. The Lindisfarne Gospels, on show at Durham’s Palace Green Library, is one of the most spectacularly beautiful books ever produced. It’s also one of the […]
Grace Darling was one of the most famous heroines of the Victorian period in England. She was a national treasure, an icon, a heroine. Everybody knew the name of this ordinary woman who lived in a lighthouse on a remote island in northern England. Grace’s courage in saving […]
1. Underrated Destination – Umbria Lovely Umbria, nestled in Tuscany’s tourism shadow, is the lesser known jewel in Italy’s crown with its historic palaces, piazzas and cathedrals. The countryside is picture perfect with vineyards, olive groves and sunflower fields stretching as far as the eye can see. Charming villages […]
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