This time 7 years ago, I literally flipped a coin. Prague, or Budapest…. 7 years later, (post that interruption), I got to fly into Budapest, and leave planes behind me until February. Christmas markets are in full swing, snow falling…
Copenhagen Denmark
Whenever possible, I try to break my journey with stopovers. My Finnair route provided this one, so a few days in Copenhagen was something to look forward to. Mid November, and Xmas markets were starting here. I opted for the…
A week in the Faroe Islands
The new adventure began with The Faroe Islands, midway between Norway & Iceland Iceland has a landscape like no other, and the Faroes could say the same. There is a ongoing mood and light that is breathtaking & remarkable. Blue…
Road Trip Tasmania – Silo Art
My final blog of this Tasmanian Road Trip, is a dedication to the regional towns that have supported artists to transform Water Towers, Water Tanks and Grain Silos into magnificent artworks. If you stop a moment to consider the logistics…
Road Trip Tasmania – Motor Museums
Along the way, for a longer break from driving, various large & small Motor Museums provide an enjoyable distraction. On my Great Ocean Road Trip, I checked out John Fitzpatricks delightful Binalong Motor Muesum, the National Motorcycle Museum at Nabiac,…
Road Trip Tasmania – Lookouts
There is something magical about maximising a view from a Lookout. The elevation, the vista, a mix of land to sky, with the occasional waters. Add some dramatic weather and you have a perfect way to stop, revive & survive…
Road Trip Tasmania – Tours Cruises
There is a freedom to Solo travel, doing what you want, when you want, for as long as you want (LOL). No “decisions by committee”. Yeah, you are thinking about that now aren’t you 😉 The balance is not…
Road Trip Tasmania – Caves
Tasmania is home to thousands of caves, but a few “show caves” are available through organised tours. There is another-world feel to venturing into caves, a humbling sense of history, and the awe of mother natures patience. On this roadtrip,…
Road Trip Tasmania – Waterfalls
Following up from my Walks post, there is something quite magical about many Waterfalls, elegant beauty to ferocious torrents. Some are accessed roadside or by short walks like many I experienced around Iceland or Norway, others take more effort, a…
Road Trip Tasmania – Walks
Walkies ! Dog owners know the importance and fun of walks, so when you are travelling, why stop enjoying walks while away from your furbabies ? How better to explore a new city, or in this case, exercise & experience…