The RV Experience
11/10/2018
The RV Experience. After touring around California in a 30ft RV, just how was it? We assess the drive and the accommodation in detail. … More The RV Experience
Author: Nigel and Jane
We are a travel-blogging couple from the UK, both with two daughters and a passion for people and places. Former BBC journalist, Jane is always looking for a great story and is never happier than when she has a notebook and a travel ticket. Since he was a teenager, Nigel's ambition has been to travel to 50 countries by the time he was 50. And he's recently achieved that goal. He is a freelance business coach and management trainer in between trips.
Sick, and 5,000 miles from the NHS. What now?
07/10/2018
‘Hey guys, how are YOU doing today,’ asked a beaming Renee at her brocante-style store in Main Street, El Dorado. I toyed with telling her I felt like I was in the early stages of labour, but decided she’d worry for either a) my sanity or b) her beautifully polished oak floor. ‘We’re great thanks,’ … More Sick, and 5,000 miles from the NHS. What now?
Photo essay: Bodie ghost town
04/10/2018
Eight evocative photos that sum up the experience of visiting Bodie State Historic Park. … More Photo essay: Bodie ghost town
Wilderness Festival: Sequins, feathers or sensible shoes?
08/08/2018
We tried out Wilderness Festival. Should emptynesters go to a summer festival? It’s a big thumbs up from us. This is our full review, including a video.
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Interrail for grown ups – a great option for independent travel
14/07/2018
How we used Interrail passes to tour Norway and Sweden in 8 days. Interrail isn’t just for students. Interrail is for grown ups too! … More Interrail for grown ups – a great option for independent travel
Eight must-sees in sassy Stockholm
19/06/2018
A guide to the eight must-see attractions in the wonderful city of Stockholm. … More Eight must-sees in sassy Stockholm
Eight must-see attractions in Oslo
07/06/2018
Our view on the eight top attractions in Oslo, Norway. … More Eight must-see attractions in Oslo
Five reasons why you should take the train from Bergen to Oslo
25/05/2018
We’re big fans of train journeys – not just for getting from A to B, but for the enjoyment of the journey itself. And Bergen to Oslo is really one of the best. So here are five reasons why you should give it a go. Bergen is a real gem Stockfish. Dried white fish – … More Five reasons why you should take the train from Bergen to Oslo
Review: Clarion Hotel Admiral, Bergen
23/05/2018
Introduction: Time of year: Late May, 2018. Purpose of trip: This was an early stop on a nine day tour through Norway and Sweden. Why we chose this place: Most of our journey on this trip was by train. We were keen to include a section by boat, too, and Bergen lies at the end … More Review: Clarion Hotel Admiral, Bergen
Scandinavia: the sequel
15/05/2018
We were sweet seventeen, Carol and I–heading for a summer in Sweden without our parents. The fact that we would be staying at the homes of our new found Swedish penfriends (both of whom had parents of their own) didn’t seem to matter somehow. We felt sophisticated, boarding that plane. And so excited that we … More Scandinavia: the sequel
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