On our way back from Budleigh Salterton to our base in Sidmouth, we passed by Bicton Park Botanical Gardens. It’s featured in many “must-visit” lists in South Devon, we just…
I had barely unpacked my suitcase from my last trip to Devon, when I was off there again last Friday. My partner’s brother had the use of a holiday house…
My partner and I just returned from a few days in Devon for my birthday. We did something quite different this time. We swapped the car for the train for…
I love March. Everything seems to wake up after months in the doldrums. Daffodils spring up everywhere to brighten up even the dullest day! To enjoy the sense of renewal,…
There’s something rather exciting about packing my bag for a long weekend away! And when the sun and blue sky appeared in the morning when I set off, the excitement went…
When choosing a break in January for some warm sun we keep returning to Madeira like homing pigeons! Not only that, but we’ve now stayed at Pestana Grand Ocean Resort…
As the world says a wistful goodbye to the warmth of the sun for another year, autumn lingers for a few farewell displays. Before giving way to the gathering clouds in…
Albufeira When searching for our break in the Algarve, Albufeira was on my radar momentarily. The description of “busy, lively and exciting entertainment hub” ruled it out for me instantly!…
A lot of tourists who fly into Faro airport move on to other resorts along the coast rather than stay in Faro city itself. My partner and I certainly did…
Our visit to Loulé turned out to be the highlight of our break. It’s just over 7 miles and 20 minutes from Pestana Vila Sol in Vilamoura (where we stayed)…