Back to Greece: the Mani Peninsula, to the end of the world – World Meanderings (n°94)
By Annick Dournes & Frédéric de Poligny The Mani Peninsula once was a hotspot of piracy, a harsh and unforgiving land giving birth to indomitable warriors and...
Travelling Round Tenerife. The Truth, Warts & all! Part 3.
A very long, busy day, but really interesting! We started with a visit to Siam shopping Mall. It really was Oriental looking. Apparently the Siamese have invested money in...
Welsh Witterings. The Perfect Picnic
There is no lovelier way to...
SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS No. 124 July, 2020.
Patricia Newell-Dunkley, photographs Reginald J. Dunkley Greetings from down under where the winter weather has been glorious, we have even had some good rain in areas where it...
Great work in tough times – 1 – ‘Jack in the Box’
IAIN ROBERTSON Coursing through the Covid era, with its uncertainties and potential pitfalls, Iain Robertson is delighted to report on a young man determined to make his mark in...
St Tropez, top down, cruising effortlessly…you wouldn’t say ‘Non!’ to a Bentley!
IAIN ROBERTSON If there is one personal car that is guaranteed to open doors to high-end locations, it has to be a Bentley Continental Convertible by Mulliner and Iain...
It’s amazing what you can Discover on your Doorstep!
Neighbour Helen suggested that we go for an afternoon walk, and it sounded like a good idea as it was a nice day. The sun was shining and there...
Gareth Butterfield tests MG’s new ‘sweet spot’ the HS SUV.
EVERY now and again, you step into a car and it surprises you. It might be because of some outlandish new design feature, a clever piece of new tech,...
Tenerife Recipes
On my recent trip to Tenerife, we often had Gazpacho as a starter. I make Spanish Gazpacho regularly, but the Tenerife version had a different flavour, and eventually I...
Back to Greece: Zakynthos Island could boast being Greece paradise island
Back to Greece. Zakynthos Island could boast being Greece paradise island By Annick Dournes & Frédéric de Poligny Even if you won’t find any ancient Greek monument on...
Audi’s importance of being A3 earnest
IAIN ROBERTSON While Audi might argue that all of its models are important, Iain Robertson is of the opinion that none is more vital to the ‘Four Rings’ brand...
Subtlety is the key to the Mazda CX-5 in its latest guise
IAIN ROBERTSON Having arrived at a level of svelte style and street presence that provides high satisfaction, states Iain Robertson, Mazda realises that change-for-change’s-sake on its mid-size crossover model...
Travelling Round Tenerife. The Truth, Warts & all! Part 2. Wednesday.
Extra note, added this morning. I’ve just heard on the news that quarantine is being enforced again on anyone returning to the UK from Spain, including the Canary Islands....
Rachel´s Wanderings in Spain – Masked, Hot and Busy
Our last break, and first for months – see What a Joy to Go on a Road Trip – seems forever ago. Since the country borders opened I am seeing foreign plated cars...
Nine months in, Suzuki Vitara remains a total sweetie
IAIN ROBERTSON Maintaining complete confidence in his choice of car and with 27 months left to run of its lease term, Iain Robertson reflects on his compact taller class...
Mumbai Memoir 131- Throwback moments
In school days, my most preferred work desk was always near a window. The trees and urban hustle bustle of the town outside, was sheer infotainment. Even while travelling...
Back to Greece: Spetses, a one of a kind gem-island – World Meanderings (n°92)
By Annick Dournes & Frédéric de Poligny Since the early years of the twentieth century the tiny and secret island of Spetses has been a trendy destination...
Travelling Round Tenerife. The Truth, Warts & All! Part 1. Tuesday.
I’ve just returned from five days in Tenerife, and yes, Life has changed. I’m going to tell you what I loved, and also what I hated. My journey...
Taxi Noir: Drinking for Britain
What a mad few months it’s been. A lot has happened, and a lot of things have been turned on their heads. For instance, kids could go to Primark...
Nissan finally flips out with ‘all-new’ Ariya electric vehicle
IAIN ROBERTSON Poor old Nissan, the sometime Japanese carmaker that is heavily influenced by its French strategic partner, Renault, has taken an extraplanetary leap, reports Iain Robertson, into the...
BRANDON MARSH BOOST
It’s good news for nature lovers visiting Brandon Marsh near Coventry, Ann Evans reports. Visitors to Brandon Marsh near Coventry are set to get a new, accessible...
Karl’s Chronicles Article 39 Cut to Service
“Very well-hewn churches excavated from the rock, the likes of which cannot be found anywhere else in the world… I weary of writing more about these buildings because it...
Harry’s Ramblings Don’t buy that Limousine
by Harry Pope When I entered the funeral profession in 1977, the first vehicle I was allocated was a 1966 Austin Princess limousine. I hated that car, it was...
The Most Iconic Motorcars
IAIN ROBERTSON While we are all ‘confined to quarters’ and seeking ‘interesting’ aspects of life, reports Iain Robertson, one of the UK’s largest car clubs has compiled a list...
Neo-classical up! digs into big brother’s closet for GTi classification
IAIN ROBERTSON It is hard to believe that VW’s up! model is nudging nine years of age and a surprised Iain Robertson suggests that even priced just shy of...
Back to Greece: de-stress on Volos’ enchanting seashore – World Meanderings (n°91)
By Annick Dournes & Frédéric de Poligny Volos is a trendy Greek seashore resort set in the heart of the Pagasitic Gulf on the Eastern Greek coast....
Welsh Witterings: growing family
I have recently been contemplating travel, but as a family this does present a problem. Indeed, Covid19 aside, as a growing family I have found travel and travel opportunities...
Karl’s Chronicles Article 38 Temples In Ten – Part II
A temple twisting like a helter-skelter while another takes you from debauchery to nirvana in five levels. The concept of religion, with its duties and rituals, has manifested some...
Crewe-based Bentley wants Bentayga to be seen as the ultimate SUV
IAIN ROBERTSON There is no denial that VW Group’s investment in Bentley has been generous and well-managed, highlights Iain Robertson, and the latest upgrade to the German-British firm’s full-size...
Chill out on Gasparilla
Gasparilla Island, one of a string of barrier islands along the southwest Gulf Coast of Florida, is located between Fort Myers and Tampa. The island is named after the...
Rachel’s Wanderings in Spain. What a joy to go on a road trip!
What a joy to go on a road trip. Our first escape since January and first departure from Jaen province since lock down began. Heading due south our first...
Nine months in, Suzuki Vitara remains a total sweetie
IAIN ROBERTSON Maintaining complete confidence in his choice of car and with 27 months left to run of its lease term, Iain Robertson reflects on his compact taller class...
Mumbai Memoir 130- Exploring the new Mumbai, the Web & the Mind!
The lockdown in Mumbai continues with news of some anti-COVID 19 vaccine being developed that would be released on 15th August (Indian Independence Day). Though everyone is sceptical of...
The Canary Islands Re-opens for Tourism. Our visit to La Palma
Several years ago we spent an interesting week on La Palma, which is re-opening in a week’s time for Tourism. After booking in to our hotel on La Palma,...
Back to Greece, at last! – World Meanderings (n°90)
By Annick Dournes & Frédéric de Poligny After being postponed week after week since the end of the Greek lockdown flights from the UK to the main Greek...
Taxi Noir: Going Back to Prison
I’m sure many of us are fantasising about re-visiting our favourite pubs, restaurants and hotels. I know I am; I can’t wait to get cracking. I’m particularly looking forward...
The British Motor Museum Reopens!
Ann Evans reports on more good news with the British Motor Museum’s phased reopening. The British Motor Museum at Gaydon, Warwickshire is delighted to announce that it has...
SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS NO. 123 June, 2020.
Patricia Newell-Dunkley – Photographs Reginald J. Dunkley Greetings from down under where winter has finally arrived, cool crisp days and bright sunshine. Everywhere is still in lockdown and travel...
Nine months in, Suzuki Vitara remains a total sweetie
IAIN ROBERTSON Maintaining complete confidence in his choice of car and with 27 months left to run of its lease term, Iain Robertson reflects on his compact taller class...
New Vauxhall Mokka shows EV intent to maximum effect
IAIN ROBERTSON While brinkmanship has been a fascinating tenet of PSA Group’s recent management activities, Iain Robertson suggests that nobody should be gulled into a belief that the Chinese-funded...