Category: Travel

  • How to go camping on a budget

    How to go camping on a budget

    While vacations, including weekend getaways, are known for being pricey, they’re worth it in the end.  It’s true that camping is known for being a cheaper option when it comes to trips. These can be long-term in a campervan or short-term in a tent. But is camping actually better than booking a hotel? Is it…

  • What to do if you are involved in a car accident

    What to do if you are involved in a car accident

    Whether you are busy planning your next road trip or returning to your normal commute after working remotely for the past year, road safety should always be a priority. Typically, this simply refers to being alert whenever you are behind the wheel, taking regular breaks and ensuring that you are paying attention to what is…

  • How to prepare for a long car journey

    How to prepare for a long car journey

    Whether you are going on a road trip or a long drive to see a relative, long car journeys are not the easiest. As you get older, they require a lot more focus and planning in order for everything to go as smoothly as possible. Check your insurance cover Before you head off on a…

  • 4 tips for planning your next road trip

    4 tips for planning your next road trip

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  • Seven of the best small towns to stay in Wales

    Seven of the best small towns to stay in Wales

    If you are planning a short U.K. break this summer here are some of my suggestions for the best small towns to stay in Wales. From the stunning mountains of Snowdonia in the north to the rugged Pembrokeshire coastline Wales has some of the best scenery in the U.K.

  • 4 tips for travelling with an older family member

    4 tips for travelling with an older family member

    Most people dream of travelling during retirement. You can finally get to see the places on your bucket list and have the freedom to explore. You won’t need to consider work or school holidays. While this kind of lifestyle is possible for almost anyone willing to do a little planning, it can be complicated if…

  • Ring of Kerry 3 Waterville to Skellig

    Ring of Kerry 3 Waterville to Skellig

    In England we were in lockdown for the first three months of 2021. As I love travelling and walking I signed up for a virtual challenge to walk the Ring of Kerry with conqueror challenges. The total walk around the Iveragh Peninsula in Southern Ireland is about 160 miles and I am about two-thirds of…