Saga Sapphire’s Farewell Season: Treasures of the Canaries & Morocco Cruise – Part 2
It was so relaxing to give airports a miss and modern-day ships can cope with storms without too much disruption. As for the Canary Islands – each had its own identity and can offer different experiences. For a winter sunshine break they are just the ticket….
Four Great American Road Trips to Remember
Nowhere invites a road trip quite like the USA. Wide interstate highways criss cross the country tempting drivers to turn on the cruise control, turn up the radio and hit the road. Read about some of my favourites….
Saga Sapphire’s Farewell Season: Treasures of the Canaries & Morocco Cruise – Part 1
Much has already been written about the beautiful ‘Saga Sapphire’ both by our feature writers and members. So I shall just add that the Sapphire is a much loved ship by loyal Saga guests and will be sorely missed when it is de commissioned. Fear not, Saga have two fantastic new vessels coming on line in June 2019 and 2020….
Sunshine & Storms – An Autumn Walking Festival on the Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly were everything, and more, that I imagined they would be. It has all been said before, but it is true, the long sandy beaches, hidden rocky coves and crystal clear waters rival the Caribbean….
My Boots Were Made for Walking in Portugal, with Explore
Despite being a keen walker, I had never joined a guided walking tour so when Explore invited me to join a small group trip to Portugal I was excited to accept. My 5 days were spent sampling a new itinerary that Explore are launching centred around Lisbon and including the historical city of Sintra and ending in the beautiful coastal town of Sesimbra….
Profile of Jake Grieves-Cook and his Porini Safari Camp Concept
Jake Grieves-Cook, a former chairman of the Kenyan Tourist Board and passionate campaigner for animal conservation, established Porini Safari Camps in Kenya….
A day out in Paris with a difference
What to do with a day in Paris? If you haven’t visited before then all the iconic landmarks, museums and attractions will beckon. If you have been to Paris and are looking for something a bit different, my recent away day may appeal….
Family Fun at Les Villages Nature® Paris
Multi-generational holidays are becoming more popular year on year but finding a venue that will please a wide range of ages can be challenging. Recently I came across a great option just across the Channel….
A busy weekend in Rouen
If you are lucky enough to live on, or near, to the South coast and within easy reach of Newhaven, trips across the channel with DFDS/Transmanche, are very easy. For readers living further afield journey times will be longer, but it is worth considering a stopover in this beautiful city if you are travelling through France….
Enjoying a Saga river cruise
I felt it was time to try a river cruise, and what better way than a slow boat through the vineyards of Bordeaux with a little wine tasting along the way?…
48 Hours in Honfleur
Before Brexit is implemented and we batten down the hatches against Europe, I can recommend a weekend fix of all things French, staying in the pretty town of Honfleur in Normandy….
Autumn on Exmoor
Exmoor is so easy to fall in love with and in the soft light of Autumn the muted colours of the moors are just as beautiful, maybe more so, as in Spring, Summer or Winter….
