Olympics Loving
I’ve never been a huge fan of British flag waving events. Cooing like a sexually aroused pigeon over an unelected monarchy or a team of tantrum throwing footballers always struck me as faintly ridiculous. I’ve no desire to steal the magic for those who enjoy such union jack fuelled festivities; it’s just never been my...
Hotel break bargains
Despite my desperate pleas to the great and powerful Gods of Sunshine, a thick blanket of cloud has taken up permanent residence over the UK. And since window smashing hail stones began falling from the sky like a scene from a low budget apocalypse movie, we’re keener than ever to claw our way out of this sodden little...
Escape the rain: The Algarve
“I haven’t ridden a bike since I was 10”, I casually warned our tour guide. “Don’t worry, it’s just a gentle 6km cycle around the national park.” An hour and a half later I arrived, near collapse, to a bemused guide. “Hmmm, you need to join a gym,” he said, eyebrows raised. D’ya think!?...
How to pick a good restaurant abroad
Though I’m often plagued with the nagging fear that my smart phone is cleverer than me, I wouldn’t be without it. For starters, the iPhone culture has almost completely abolished disappointing restaurant meals for tech savvy diners. With a stream of reviews available at the touch of a button, I need never again dampen my...
