Mumbai Memoir 118- 6th Anniversary of Mumbai Memoir!
Exactly 6 years before, my very first article got released in I got this opportunity after I introduced myself to the members of Society of Women Writers and...
Rachel´s Wanderings in Spain 14 New Year, New Century and Day of the Kings
Happy New Year to you all. Red underwear or not (see previous article Christmas in Spain Then and Now for clarity) we´re into not only a new year but...
Motor Shows Galore at Gaydon
Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall and the British Motor Museum If the motoring enthusiast of the family is planning ahead, Ann Evans has a host of events not to...
Mumbai Memoir 117- Exploring Cityscapes & Landscapes!
The bygone year always leaves footprints on one’s memory. The ‘not so good memories’ helps us gain wisdom and the ‘good memories’ help us recharge in times of gloom...
LOOKING BACK – AND AHEAD TO CRUFTS
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans looks back to her favourite article of the year. As 2019 draws to a close, it’s fascinating to look back...
Rachel’s Wanderings in Spain What a Busy Year Since My Introduction in April – Me and ‘my’ bit of Spain
I’m very happy to be joining this eclectic group of rambling writers from all around the world. I’m in Spain, but let me start at the beginning and introduce...
Welsh Witterings: Christmas Eve Traditions
It’s finally Christmas Eve, and hopefully you can now breathe a sigh of relief as you’ve made it through all the hustle and bustle of the build up to...
A Stranger in Vegas It’s Christmas !
It’s Christmas time. In few days, gifts and presents will be opened, parties and celebrations will start. Las Vegas itself is always on the party mode, unlike its people...
Rachel´s Wanderings in Spain 13 Christmas in Spain, Then and Now
When we first moved to inland Andalucia in 1996 it was like we had stepped back in time 30 years or so. Christmas, the little that was made of...
Christmas’ Magic in French iconic chateaux, part three: Chambord Château – Meanderings through France n° 206
By Annick Dournes & Frederic de Poligny Welcome back again to French chateaux festivities! This year for Christmas time we invite you in three different wonderful French chateaux,...
Welsh Witterings: 2019 a difficult economic year for retailers
As the year is preparing to draw to a close and Christmas shopping is in full swing I have been reflecting on how 2019 has been another tough year...
SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS No. 117 December, 2019.
Patricia Newell-Dunkley Photographs Reginald J. Dunkley Patricia Newell-Dunkley Website: Facebook: Patricia Newell-Dunkley Artist/Writer Google: Patricia Newell-Dunkley for all previous Snippets Greetings and good wishes for the festive season...
FAN-TASTIC FUN AT MCM COMIC CON
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans provides a roundup of the MCM Comic Con show held recently at the Birmingham NEC The MCM Comic Con...
Mulled wine, folk ensembles and delicacies – Christmas market in Prague!
Christmas is a holiday of peace, tradition, family, good drink and food, and yes, of Christmas markets. We, Czechs, are heading to the Christmas markets to “tune into the...
Christmas’ Magic in French iconic chateaux, part two: Château de Cheverny – Meanderings through France n° 205
By Annick Dournes & Frederic de Poligny Welcome back to French chateaux’ festivities! This year for Christmas time we invite you in three different wonderful French chateaux, Vaux-le-Vicomte,...
Welsh Witterings: Advent Calendars
There was a time when one of the first signs of Christmas in a British home was the unveiling of the children’s Advent calendar. The calendars were simple, but...
Have a magical Christmas at Hatton
Youngsters will have an enchanted time at Hatton this year, Ann Evans tells us what’s on offer. Celebrate a magical Christmas at Hatton Adventure World when the popular ‘Enchanted...
Christmas’ Magic in French iconic chateaux, part one: Vaux-le-Vicomte – Meanderings through France n° 204
By Annick Dournes & Frederic de Poligny This year for Christmas time we invite you in three different wonderful French chateaux, Vaux-le-Vicomte, Cheverny and Chambord. Each...
Taxi Noir: Save the Trees
I hate working this time of year. I love Christmas, but I hate driving around London in my cab. I dread that moment in November when I’m stuck in...
Bedgebury Christmas Trail
Bedgebury Pinetum is in Kent, just over the Sussex border. The arboretum is an award-winning site with lots to do for everyone, from walking to cycling, or a visit...
Christmas Shopping in Tunisia
Christmas Markets in Europe and other countries are very popular at this time of the year, but I bet you’ve never thought of doing your Christmas shopping in Tunisia!...
Looking Forward to Crufts 2020
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Every dog lover has heard of Crufts, but The Kennel Club’s work goes way beyond the famous show, as Ann Evans...
Mumbai Memoir 115 – IFFI’s ‘Golden’ Moments!
It’s hard to take a break from all the exciting activities I pursue in Mumbai, but over the years, the month of November has shaped up to be a time...
A Place to Stay; Camber Sands Holiday Park
Fancy a low-cost Family holiday with all the entertainment inclusive? Or do you fancy a peaceful place to stay, where you can go out and explore the area? We...
Welsh Witterings: Making the Christmas Cake
My Christmas preparations always start with making the cake and this is something that I get the whole family involved in. Some people like to make their Christmas cake...
A TIMELY REMINDER FROM DOGS TRUST
Photographs courtesy of Dogs Trust Christmas is coming, and Ann Evans joins Dogs Trust in reminding everyone that a dog is for life, not just for Christmas. With Christmas...
Back to the Chequers for Dinner
The Ashdown Forest has always been a favourite Tourist area. And the Chequers Inn in Maresfield is a very popular place for a meal, to spend the night, or...
November 17 three times differently
November 17, known worldwide as International Student Day, refers to two historical milestones in the Czech Republic that are half a century apart: the closure of Czech universities in...
Welsh Witterings: Christmas is Coming but its Spirit is Lost
It’s that time of year where my inbox seems to fill up with Christmas offers and gift ideas. Suddenly it seems that a type of mild hysteria about last...
A great inaugural cruise for “Norwegian Encore” – World Meanderings (n°75)
By Annick Dournes I had the privilege to attend the inaugural cruise of “Norwegian Encore”, the brand new cruise ship launched by Norwegian Cruise Line. With...
Malta Diary The softer side of the town of Hamrun – and misconceptions of its history; Chocolate Galore!
ALBERT FENECH e/mail – Facebook: My Blog: The town of Hamrun is one of the “youngest” in Malta (about 200 years since...
Steve’s Sojourns: The Northern Lights
The first time you see the Northern Lights, or to be strictly accurate the aurora borealis, is a moment that will stay with you for the rest of your...
A Stranger in Vegas Halloween: The Devil’s Day Part 2: Pumpkins are Jack-O-Lantern
Pumpkins become very popular in America during Halloween. People take out the inside of them, curve them in scary faces shapes and put a candle or light inside. I’ve...
Halloween through the world, how do you like to play at being scared? – World Meanderings (n°74)
By Annick Dournes & Frédéric de Poligny If Halloween was only celebrated in Anglo-Saxon countries for decades it now has invaded the whole world and each...
A Stranger in Vegas. Halloween: The Devil’s Day Part 1; the pagan origin of Halloween
Happy Halloween, Happy Halloween, it’s the expression that replaces all the greetings in America for the whole month of October. Of course in Las Vegas, to celebrate is a...
Cruising: Riviera Travel’s Christmas Markets River Cruise
The scent of glühwein, cinnamon and spices. Stalls in ancient town squares overflowing with continental yuletide treats all surrounded by tall medieval buildings and cathedrals bathed in magical lighting...
SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS No. 115 October, 2019.
Patricia Newell-Dunkley Photographs by Reginald J. Dunkley Website: Facebook: Patricia Newell-Dunkley Artist/Writer Google: Patricia Newell-Dunkley for all previous Snippets Greetings from down under where the weather is typically...
Ranjit Recommends: Visit Morocco
On 8th October 2019, The Amba Hotel in Marble Arch, London played host to the Moroccan Tourism Roadshow in the UK. The evening began with a drinks and...
Rachel´s Wanderings in Spain – 11 – Long and Winding Road and Stunning Views of Inland Andalucia
Now it´s been over four weeks since our new estate agency office opened its doors. We finally have received the furniture ordered at the beginning of August (see article...
Harry’s Ramblings; Sussex on Fire
We have all been to bonfire displays over the years, but the county of Sussex has a strange phenomenon – Bonfire Societies. They do spread a little into neighbouring...