The Good, The Bad and the Ugly of Solo Travel.

ByJen Lowthrop

…e infinite amount of pleasure you get from going it alone. For one you are free, truly free to do whatever you want, whenever you want. You may have planned to stay somewhere a week, but decide you want to move on after two days… well you can. If you were with a friend then they might want to stay and then you have that awkward compromising situation when neither are really happy. Free to Go My Own Way… On top of the freedom to do what you want…

Exploring Australia: 5 Things To Remember

ByJen Lowthrop

…Are Strict The rumors are true – the Australian customs are strict when it comes to who is coming in and out of their country. You must make sure that you have all your documentation in order before you travel. Read about updating your travel documents here: www.UKPassportServices.co.uk. If you are visiting Australia for an extended period then, you will need to have at least six months left on your passport. If your travel documents are about to…

The Pros and Cons of Airport Parking

ByJen Lowthrop

…ing on the type. Make your reservations in advance to benefit from cheaper costs. The cost often depends on the number of available spaces and the airport you’re going to. On the other hand, parking spots closer to the terminal tend to be more expensive and are better for short-term parking. If you are going to be gone for more than two days, you need long-term parking. Security Your car will be safe if you park it at the airport. Security agencie…

It’s the Bubbly, Bustling Barcelona Escape this summer!  

ByJen Lowthrop

…mile length from dancers and musicians to human statues and a more vibrant community. Flower stalls offer a gorgeous array of bright-coloured blooms, and the acclaimed market sells all kinds of wares. Barcelona has a great choice of theatres too, and musicians from all over the world aspire to perform here. Invest a little time and take in a classical opera or a full-bodied pop concert. The standard is excellent, and you are confident to have a fa…

Confessions of a Volunteer Addict

ByJen Lowthrop

…not give up … an addict will do anything to get their next fix and so the search continues. As I write this I am on a plane to my next destination of Malaysia, where I will be joining a boat for a few weeks to sail up the Western coast to Thailand. I am imagining that volunteering while at sea is going to make things extra tough so I have decided to focus my energy on virtual volunteering until I am on dry land again with a few more contacts and…

A Dog Friendly Stay In The North York Moors At The Black Swan

A Dog Friendly Stay In The North York Moors At The Black Swan

ByJen Lowthrop

…ng hike across the moorland, this is exactly the kind of place you want to come back to. It’s the ultimate in classical rural style, and cosy, welcoming warmth.   We opted for a family room with bunk beds, which was perfect for our group. It also meant there was plenty of space for the two dogs, who fell asleep even faster than we did after the walks!  We were all thrilled to learn that the room had a bath! After such a long walk, this was absolut…

How to Scavenger Hunt your way around a new city

ByJen Lowthrop

…has been to your location before, or better still lives there, get them to come up with a few clues for their favourite things to do, sites to see and places to eat. Search for quiz questions on your chosen destination, there may be some good questions where the answer is the perfect hotspot to visit. Think of topical areas, such as eating, drinking, museums and focus your scavenger list on each of these topics. Think of a few general things you c…