Hi everyone, It is Travel Quote time! I find today’s quote very sweet and I was intrigued by it. I had to put my thinking cap on and reflect on this quote. We can see where we have been, but I guess the ultimate question is where will we go? “Our footprints always follow us on days when it’s been snowing. They always show us … Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – FOOTPRINTS PAST AND FUTURE
We all want a break. We all need a break. We are all desperate to get away for a while and just leave our worries behind. For many of us that means using our annual holiday to take a vacation abroad. Away from home in a different country, miles away from home if possible. Well, a neighbouring country will do as well. The point is many … Continue reading WHY I AM NOT BOOKING A HOLIDAY TO GO ABROAD IN 2020
Who does not love a day out at the beach and sea? Britain has a seaside heritage and there are plenty of fun things to do at any of the many seaside resorts across the country. Some of them have sandy beaches, plenty of them have their own pier and all of them have something to offer. What do they all have in common? They … Continue reading THINGS TO DO AT THE BRITISH SEASIDE
Hi all, July is almost over, but summer is still well underway. Luckily, the weather allows us to see friends and family outside in parks now since lockdown restrictions have eased here in the UK and that is worth a lot! Most sights and attractions are still closed, but as long as I can see my friends, sit in the sun with perhaps a nice, … Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – TRAVELLING WITH LOVED ONCE
One of the most extraordinary and interesting places in the UK must be the Big Pit National Coal Museum. This museum with World Heritage status gives you the opportunity to go on an underground tour with a real miner and experience at first hand what life used to be underground for men, woman, children and even animals. Big Pit is located in the Blaenavon area … Continue reading THE REAL UNDERGROUND MINING EXPERIENCE – BIG PIT NATIONAL COAL MUSEUM, WALES
Everyone wants gorgeous looking skin, especially in the summer when we are showcasing more of our body than usual in our swimsuits, shorts and strapless dresses. But only a few of us are blessed with perfect skin. Are you? I know I am not. But there are several ways to help you look after your skin and body. One of the easiest and fastest ways … Continue reading A GUIDE TO DRY BODY BRUSHING FOR GLOWING SKIN AND ITS BENEFITS
Hi all, Another Thursday is here, almost weekend! 🙂 Sometimes we are too occupied with getting that perfect Instagram picture, video taping everything and catching the holiday on camera. But then we see everything through a camera and not through our own eyes. We actually miss out. How can you take a picture to catch a moment, if you have not actually experienced that moment? … Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – PUT THAT CAMERA AWAY
Have you ever dreamt about going on an expedition cruise, let’s say to the Arctic? Or are you looking for a cruise line that sails between the Norwegian Fjords like no other cruise line does? Maybe this post will help you decide if a trip with Hurtigruten on MS Spitsbergen is for you. I had the privilege to go on an expedition cruise to Svalbard … Continue reading HURTIGRUTEN – MS SPITSBERGEN SHIP TOUR
Hi everyone, I hope you are all well! We are slowly coming out of lockdown here in the UK and I wanted to share with you some of the positive outcomes for me as I am reflecting on the past four months. To be brutally honest with you, lockdown for the most part has not affected me much. I know this might seem unfair to … Continue reading LOCKDOWN – A GLASS HALF FULL PERSPECTIVE
Hi guys, The quote I found for you today is simple and I want to ask you a question: Do you live or do you exist? “To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people just exist.” – Oscar Wilde Happy Thursday! Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – TO EXIST OR TO LIVE
Welcome to the first ever Six Flags Theme Park, a true piece of amusement and theme park history – Six Flags over Texas! Six Flags over Texas is located in Arlington, a 20 minute ride away from downtown Dallas and downtown Fort Worth. It was the nation’s first regional theme park and opened its doors to the public back in 1961. This particular Six Flags … Continue reading A THRILL SEEKER’S PARADISE – SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS
During summer when it is hot, I personally prefer lighter food and opt for wraps, salads, cold soups and dips with fresh crudites. I read about adding herbs to dips and thought I would give it a go. I had some leftover parsley and basil that needed to go and came up with this herb hummus. It is a fresh and healthy hummus with a … Continue reading GREEN HERB HUMMUS
Hi all, I came across today’s quote and it really made me think. A deep quote that is very fitting especially during Covid-19 time. The destination matters, but the way we think about the destination, the journey and all the things that come along with that matters maybe even more than the destination itself as the quote implies. We all want to have our summer … Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – THE RIGHT MINDSET
The UK is famous for its monarchs, its beautiful villages and its many manor houses and castles. Often these magnificent properties came with lots of acres of land that were used for different purposes. Around London, many famous palaces are still in use and many of them are open to the public for viewings and visits. Bushy Park, located just on the outskirts of London in … Continue reading EXPLORING THE ROYAL PARKS IN LONDON – BUSHY PARK PHOTO DIARY
Are you a jewellery lover? Are you looking for a more affordable way to own some new pieces that you can show of on holiday or pretty much any day? Then look no further. Today, I want to show you one pair of earrings that I made myself. This pair is simple, easy and super quick to make. I swear they only cost a fraction … Continue reading MAKING YOUR OWN HOLIDAY JEWELLERY – DROP EARRINGS
Hi all, The weather is gorgeous here in the UK for the past days and it is just so uplifting. I am always happy when the sun is shining, even if I am boiling like a roasted chicken. But thank good for ice cream and cold cocktails! 🙂 “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Jon Kabat-Zan I love this … Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – RIDING THE WAVES
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are at the cruise port, but your ship is not there? Well, I have and I must tell you it is not fun at all. In fact, it is scary and very, very, very stressful. This happened to me a few years ago. I booked a cruise around Japan and was very much looking forward … Continue reading AT THE CRUISE PORT, BUT WHERE IS THE SHIP!?
This year, I am definitely looking at a holiday in the UK. I am not comfortable stepping into an air plane just yet and still want to avoid people as much as I can in order to avoid contracting Covid-19. Some may say I am silly, but then again it is about my health, the people I care about and everyone else. Still, I do … Continue reading THE BENEFITS OF A STAYCATION
Hi guys, Welcome back to another Travel Thursday Quote! I love today’s quote as I have experienced it myself many, many times over the past years and it is one of those things that are just true. “It is not the destination where you end up, but the mishaps and memories you create along the way.” – Penelope Riley Often the little mishaps turn into … Continue reading TRAVEL THURSDAY QUOTE – IMPORTANT MISHAPS
Hong Kong is on many people’s bucket list and over the years has gained popularity. I managed to visit just before the unrest started back in 2019, but hopefully things will calm done and lots of tourist will go and visit again. It is a very interesting and unusual region. Hong Kong has lots to offer and if you are travelling on a budget, there … Continue reading 10 FREE THINGS TO DO IN HONG KONG
