It’s not all sheep, rugby and camper vans, you know! Art Trails NOT the first thing that springs to mind is it! It doesn’t quite compete with the natural environment but there are surprises along the way. Christchurch offers up plenty of abandoned walls for artists to display their canvases while Nelson’s City Centre Artwalk […]
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If you’ve been to Ireland, you’ve probably been to Kerry – BUT – If you’ve been to Kerry, you mightn’t have had time to explore the north of the county. This drive will take you along Ireland’s famous WILD ATLANTIC WAY – the world’s longest coastal tourist route at circa 2,750 km (1,700 miles) in […]
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The history of Ireland may be traced through its monuments… So wrote William Wilde (Oscar’s dad!!), describing the Boyne Valley in 1849. And how right was he!! This astonishing region, through which flows the rather modest (112kms) Boyne and its tributaries, encompasses history, mythology, archaeology and religion. Here, you will find one of the largest […]
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Excuse me now while I wax lyrical……. Before visiting Cape Town (January, 2024) I assumed all the hype was just – well…. hype! You know the cliches – South Africa’s crown jewel / breathtaking setting / postcard destination /the most naturally beautiful city on the planet / cultural melting pot / celebrated food, art and […]
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I suppose when wildlife and South Africa appear in the same heading, one automatically assumes Kruger National Park. That’s OK – I was the same until our recent trip. But for those – including ourselves – on a typical fly-drive trip taking in Cape Town, the wineries and the Garden Route, Kruger is that bit too far at almost […]
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