I’m afraid this is not an epic world war tale of heroism and bravery. More a cautionary tale about the dangers of mixing two very keen, over-worked and overenthusiastic amateur photographers with a new landscape and too much sunshine 🙂 Allow me to explain… We have just returned from a glorious week in the Loire…
OK, I admit a mixture of blood sucking spiders and bucktoothed grasshoppers have made my recent posts and photos a little ‘niche’, so here are some ‘normal’ shots to suit all tastes 🙂 These (above and below) were taken during our…
We have recently taken a trip to France and I managed to drag myself away from macro photography long enough to really appreciate some of the amazing architecture of the Loire Valley’s cities and towns. Whilst on holiday there, we did ponder and discuss how it is…
Well, it’s been quite a few weeks since my last macro upload but that doesn’t mean the passion is dead. Quite the opposite…we’ve been out and about quite a bit in the UK and France and I have taken every available opportunity…
For many, our relationship with these vulnerable giants begins as a child. Whether it’s a fleeting glimpse of an elephant at a zoo, or an introduction to the species though nature documentaries, it’s hard not to be mesmerised by these…
I had always dreamt of visiting. I recall, when we bought our first house I was so in awe of Chinese culture that I couldn’t wait to use Chinese fabrics, art, decoration and faux Chinese objects throughout the house, dreaming…
Each issue of the Wanderlust travel magazine showcases three people who answer questions about their travel plans, their preferences and their experiences. I thought it’d be good fun to do this with Ali (my hubby) and document his responses in…
We had the privilege of staying at Casa Marbella, Tortuguero on our adventure in Costa Rica. Lets face it, when you’ve travelled the road (much!) less travelled to get to Tortuguero independently, you are hoping desperately that the accommodation lives up to its reputation. I…
Driving in Costa Rica is highly recommended (by me, at least!). It’s a fabulous country to explore and having a vehicle gives you the freedom to break free of public transport schedules and tour groups and do what you want, when you want. Other drivers…
Tortuguero is not overly promoted within Costa Rican travel guides – and for this reason, a lot of people who travel there do so on a fly in package that can cost hundreds of dollars a night …per person! When…