My first solo travel adventure – 5 fun things to do in South Africa

My first solo travel adventure – 5 fun things to do in South Africa

ByJen Lowthrop

…elephants, lions and gorgeous orange sunsets. My friend Niki also highly recommends Madikwe Game Reserve. Visit The Apartheid Museum Johannesburg isn’t often at the top of people’s list when it comes to South Africa but there is so much to see and do there. Though I definitely preferred the colourful streets and quirky cafes of Cape Town, I’m glad I got to spend some time in Johannesburg too. My favourite thing (other then the Red Room bar, not su…

Unique things to do on a girly weekend in Lisbon

Unique things to do on a girly weekend in Lisbon

ByJen Lowthrop

…ong weekend, perhaps not the quietest times to go and it was one of the hottest, but wonderful all the same. I can certainly see what all the fuss is about. Lisbon is a mix of delicious gastronomy, bright colours, impressive architecture, phenomenal views and quirky street art. We were in Lisbon for four days and could have easily spent a week or more exploring this gorgeous city. Lisbon is a city for all tastes, from exploring the ancient history…

The New Bath Hotel Lido – Everything you need to know

The New Bath Hotel Lido – Everything you need to know

ByJen Lowthrop

…ters the pool and gets a bit colder in the deep end. Is it really chlorine free lido? YES! This is possibly one of the best things about the lido. You don’t leave stinking of chlorine like normal pools, as it is completely natural, fresh spring water. It is mineral rich, pure spring water that has been recently proven to have added benefits to us beyond the usual benefits swimming brings. It’s so refreshing, I love it! They close the pool for a co…

Mississippi Bucket List – Here Is the List of Top Picks

ByJen Lowthrop

…can blues music, Mississippi is the appropriate place for you. It would welcome you with classic southern hospitality. An Esta Application is a necessity if you want to have a hassle-free tour of the Mississippi in the USA, all UK citizens must get an ESTA ahead of travelling to the USA. The best things to do in Mississippi Mississippi also is known as the Hospitality State of the USA, offers some of the most spectacular sights and places to visit…

Easy short loop walk in the Manifold Valley

Easy short loop walk in the Manifold Valley

ByJen Lowthrop

…to be walking beside a river the whole way, however the Manifold river was completely dried up, so there wasn’t so much to see. Below is a rough look at the walk on OS Maps and you can find the starting point by searching ‘Weag’s Bridge carpark on Google. There are two wide paths across the road from the car park. Take the right path and follow it down. If you take the left path, you can cross over a bit further down. You continue along the Manifo…

A Girly Spa Break to Forest Pines, North Lincolnshire

A Girly Spa Break to Forest Pines, North Lincolnshire

ByJen Lowthrop

…eview – Forest Pines Spa and Golf Resort, North Lincolnshire I was given a free stay in exchange for a review. As always these are my honest opinions of our stay. Our Room at Forest Pines When you stay at a DoubleTree Hotel you know what you are getting. The beds are always really comfy, with big fluffy pillows and thick soft duvets. Forest Pines didn’t disappoint and I could happily have spent an evening reading in bed or watching a film on the b…

The Best Bookshops with Cafes in Derbyshire

The Best Bookshops with Cafes in Derbyshire

ByJen Lowthrop

…ewell Bookshop) The Derbyshire Emporium used to be one big bookshop, but become half bookshop, half cafe a couple of years or so ago. The cafe does a selection of cakes, drinks and nibbles. They don’t have a proper kitchen so food is limited. The book selection isn’t huge, but they have some new titles alongside local books and authors. They have a selection of cute local business gifts too. No outside seating as far as I am aware. Hassop Station…