Explore El Cotillo Lagoons and Beaches

We spent about half a day in El Cotillo while we were in Fuerteventura, in the Canary Islands, and it sure is one of the ‘Top 10' places to visit there. The main thing – absolutely lovely white...

Head Torches are for Wimps!

I like walking in the dark. I love the dark. I find it comforting and peaceful. This is the opposite to what most people feel about the dark. I love nothing more than turning off all the lights in...

A Guide to Ethical Dolphin Watching

Wildlife watching experiences are top on the list of things to pursue for many who travel the world. Sadly, a lot of land and marine wildlife is threatened by human activities. Whether it's spotting...

A Quick Guide to Madrid

Although Madrid is a thoroughly modern metropolis, the city has managed to preserve its traditional vibe. In fact, Madrid is home to cobbled streets and historic neighbourhoods aplenty. Indeed...

The Hills Are Alive with The Sound of Whinging!

“I'm going to re-virginate.” Announced Pip, as we drove from one car park to another in order to find the type of weather she was happy to walk up a hill in. It seems that rain and wind...

Visiting Historical Towns South of Edinburgh

If you're based in Edinburgh, you could spend a day driving south and visiting the historical towns of Jedburgh, Melrose and Roslin. Robert the Bruce and Mary, Queen of Scots, feature here in...