I know that the notion of ‘driving around’ for ones vacation is anathema to many of you, but, for others (including me!) it evokes the perfect getaway – all the joys of travel with no real time limits or group restrictions, no compromise on itinerary or route and umpteen opportunities to deviate at a whim. […]
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This weekly challenge is hosted by Mind over Memory Since joining this challenge a number of weeks ago, I’ve contributed sculptures made from potatoes and recycled scrap… and now this!! ( I should check the small print at Mind over Memory in case there are any terms and conditions I’ve been flouting!!!). Anyway, as […]
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Q is for Quetzal! No – I wasn’t stuck … I’ve been to Quebec and Queens and I’ve tasted quail (and quiche!!)! But I’m lucky to have had the privilege of spotting what must be one of the most beautiful birds on the planet. The Resplendent Quetzal is actually the national bird of Guatemala […]
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E is for Early Mornings I’m not an early riser – in fact I’d rather not do mornings at all – they’d be banned if I’d my way! However, I have been know to drag myself from the bed before sunrise when the occasion begs it and wow – what a world there is […]
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5 / 10 / 15 Reasons to visit Costa Rica! As if anyone needs an excuse to head to this beautiful country! Located between two oceans, with rain forests, cloud forests, arid lands and mangrove swamps, there is something here to suit absolutely everyone. We met several visitors from the USA who travel […]
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