And so to the final week of our journey. Still behind in my writings as we are now home. I think I have a theory that if… Read more “And so it ends…”
Tag: grandparents. abroad
Nearly on the home stretch
After reluctantly farewelling Ireland we took the car ferry to Cairnryan we spent a very pleasant evening in a delightful B and B just a few minute… Read more “Nearly on the home stretch”
Beautiful beautiful Ireland
We only had a week in Ireland so were determined to pack a lot in. We cruised over on the car ferry, which was a rather nice… Read more “Beautiful beautiful Ireland”
Tintagel to St David’s Cathedral
On our way out of Cornwall we visited Tintagel Castle (legendary birthplace of King Arthur). Windswept and grim, I again had to clutch onto a railing… Read more “Tintagel to St David’s Cathedral”
Goodbye Italy, hello UK
Bit of a shock coming from the balmy skies of Italy (although it was raining as we took off) to the grey and cooler welcome of Heathrow.… Read more “Goodbye Italy, hello UK”
Two days in Venice is not enough (part two)
We packed a lot into our second day in Venice. Starting with breakfast on the terrace of our hotel, looking out onto the Grand Canal, I thought… Read more “Two days in Venice is not enough (part two)”
Two days in Venice is not enough (part one)
We came across from Rapello through Verona. I liked Verona very much although passed on the option to eat horse or donkey ragu, instead enjoying an excellent seafood… Read more “Two days in Venice is not enough (part one)”
A vineyard with serious history
The beautiful villa where Machiavelli was under house arrest, spending his time writing , fuming and plotting – now a wonderful vineyard. The house still has much still intact from Machiavelli’s time including some magnificent furniture. For us it was a chance to absorb yet more history, check out some local wine, sample some local food, and relax in the perfect afternoon sun. Not quite sure how I am going to go back to my ordinary existence!
(A very random aside. Those of you who are Black Books fans will appreciate my photo of the cheap and dusty wine! )
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