For those of you that don't know, Ironbridge is a small settlement on the banks of the River Severn, and it sits in the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge, which is a part of Shropshire initially utilised for mining various materials, including coal and iron ore for the production of iron. … [Read more...] about Exploring Ironbridge
A Day Trip through the Peak District
You might have heard about my previous failed excursion to the Peak District; a late night trip in search of the Aurora Borealis. Well, since spring has crept slowly upon us and there's been some great weather in England for the last 2 weeks, I decided to take my "new" car for a drive around the … [Read more...] about A Day Trip through the Peak District
Chasewater Country Park
A few weeks ago, on a less wonderful day with less than pleasant weather, I went on a hot date to Chasewater. The last time I was here might have been 10 years ago, and another 5 before that. Considering how far away I live (which is something like 2 miles) it probably comes as a bit of a suprise … [Read more...] about Chasewater Country Park
Dubai Desert Safari: Dinner & Dancers
I mentioned before that there would be a second part to my post about my short stay in Dubai, so here it is. In the first installment I covered the 4x4 desert safari and the camel rides at the desert camp, this time around it'll be a little bit different. More focused on, well, other things. … [Read more...] about Dubai Desert Safari: Dinner & Dancers
Dubai Desert Safari Camels & Dunes
Ah. Dubai. One of the worlds up and coming cities. Home to the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, and a bunch of other architectural wonders. It's a pretty place, and an ultra-modern one too. The city, that is. Have you ever wondered what lies beyond the Dubai's outer suburbs, further into … [Read more...] about Dubai Desert Safari Camels & Dunes
My Travel Challenge 2015
First and foremost, Happy New Year! Yeah, I'm late. Sorry about that. I get that this isn't really the sort of resolution you probably expect from people, and certainly seems like something that would be standard for a traveller. So why don't I delve right into the details; this is less of a … [Read more...] about My Travel Challenge 2015
Things to do on Cannock Chase: The Tourist Perspective
Cannock Chase is the smallest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the UK. Situated just north of the not quite so beautiful town of Cannock, it is easily accessible with great transport routes leading in and around the area. The Cannock Chase AONB covers a mere 68 square kilometres, but … [Read more...] about Things to do on Cannock Chase: The Tourist Perspective
Climbing the Tower on Bachtel, Hinwil
I'm a huge advocate for taking the opportunity to travel somewhere new whenever it presents itself. I'd never actually heard of Bachtel, Hinwil, or even the village of Hinwil. That was until I'd met a couple of lovely Swiss ladies on a tour in Australia. We became good friends and spent a few … [Read more...] about Climbing the Tower on Bachtel, Hinwil