Trying out the trilby . . it quite suits him to be fair and fuelling up for another full day of Portuguese sightseeing. You know by now that if there is a quirky, tiny tram in our vicinity then we are getting on that! We hop off at Foz do Douro and head to theContinue reading “Tram tracks and sandy toes”
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Long beach
As the day ends, we visit Long Beach in Puerto Del Carmen, known for its trendy atmosphere and upscale bars and restaurants. It’s an ideal place to relax and savour the sunset after a busy day, making it a popular destination for unwinding by the sea.
Caletón Blanco beach
If you are looking for your dream swimiming spot then Caletón Blanco is your ideal place. The fishing village of Órzola has a series of inviting coves on the eastern part of its coast, a natural feature which demands an outing to this area of the island. Among them Caletón Blanco stands out. A stunningContinue reading “Caletón Blanco beach”
Discovering Puerto Del Carmen: Sun, Cacti, and Sangria
Evening in Puerto Del Carmen, enjoying a walk along the waterfront to admire local gardens filled with succulents and cacti. Then catching the sunset over the beach, appreciating the golden hues, before indulging in some sangria, marking a joyful start to our week-long stay.
Easter Adventures on the Isle of Wight
As I am just rattling through some of the little trips, here’s a pix and mix of edited highlights from our Easter trip to the Isle of Wight. Featuring Seaview, Bembridge, The Garlic Farm and Totland bay. Even on a grey day there is something to spot. From the fragrant wisteria to the peeling paintContinue reading “Easter Adventures on the Isle of Wight”
Ventnor
I’m so behind with my blog that I’m resorting to photo dumping for some of it! Apologies for that but my compulsion to record my travels is at odds with my capacity to do it in any uniform or quality controlled way! So here’s some snaps from May Easter holiday’s trop to the isle ofContinue reading “Ventnor”
Isle of Wight
During the Easter Bank holiday, we visited the Isle of Wight for the 5th time. The island features wild beaches and traditional seaside attractions like Sandown’s pier. We enjoyed some blustery beach walks and took refuge in a charming tearoom during the rain.
Essaouira
Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador, is a historical port city in Morocco’s Marrakesh-Safi region. Occupied since prehistoric times, it features a sheltered bay and a fishing community with blue boats. Established in the 18th century by King Mohammed III, Essaouira boasts diverse architecture and a vibrant medina with unique crafts.
Brighton and lavender fields
Big photo dump incoming as I try desperately to catch up on a year of travel!! In July we headed down south for another bite of the colorful delight that is Brighton before heading to fragrant lavender fields. Never one to pass up the heady delights of a painted wall or two, and Brighton hasContinue reading “Brighton and lavender fields”
Bahia Honda state park
Bahia Honda State Park can be found at mile marker 37 on the Overseas Highway in the Florida Keys and features sandy shores, clear water and an iconic broken bridge. As we’re running out of light we first scramble up to the bridge to get an optimal view of the beaches and surrounding waters. YouContinue reading “Bahia Honda state park”