Photos to Remember Matlock in Lockdown

ByJen Lowthrop

…new walks around Matlock (or near where you live) since lockdown? https://www.instagram.com/p/B_27SybJa4S/ Photo by Ashley Bird Photo by High Edge Photography A few positive memories of lockdown in photos Because yer it’s been ‘a bit shit’ but there have been some joyful, happy moments to come out of this too. Walks with Rowland, sunshine gin and tonics in the garden, finding a pop up library box and even starting to run! https://www.instagram.co…

Rome on a Budget – Itinerary for a day in Rome for under €30

Rome on a Budget – Itinerary for a day in Rome for under €30

ByJen Lowthrop

…ake your wish as you do so, of course).  Snack total: Approx €4.05 https://www.instagram.com/p/CbfDyXSoqRQ/ Our cheap lunch in Rome:  Rome’s streets are a testament to the country’s immense culinary talent. Everywhere you turn, there’s an independent shop selling fresh food.  So, on your search for a cheap lunch, we highly recommend stopping off at an Italian bakery. You’ll see rows of thick focaccia, stuffed with traditional Italian fillings (for…

5 Things we can Learn from Nature

5 Things we can Learn from Nature

ByJen Lowthrop

…certainly felt more connected to nature since lockdown… have you? https://www.instagram.com/p/CAk63tGHwuT/ Nature is aware A bear’s sense of smell is 2100 x better than a humans. Eagles can see more colours than us, including UV and an in built zoom to focus in on prey from up to 2 miles away. A flower will turn itself to the sun for maximum rays! Different animals are so aware of what’s surrounding them, using different senses to find their food…

The ultimate guide to travelling in a campervan with a dog

The ultimate guide to travelling in a campervan with a dog

ByJen Lowthrop

…eems to have grown out of it and loves a trip away now. Photo from https://www.instagram.com/stephandthespaniels/ Our 10 top tips for travelling in a campervan with a dog 1) Pet passports If you’re travelling abroad, make sure your pet has their own passport. We also recommend storing it with the rest of your family’s passports, as this is a very easy thing to forget! 2) Tire them out before you travel Humans are used to car journeys and, since we…

The Best Dog Friendly Pubs in the peak District

The Best Dog Friendly Pubs in the peak District

ByJen Lowthrop

…he best dog friendly pubs in the Peak District are. These pubs not only welcome your furry friends, but they also provide brilliant food and service too! The best dog friendly pubs in the Peak District The Packhorse, Little Longstone The Packhorse is our go to pub with my school friends for a much needed catch up. All three of us have dogs, but no children, so dog friendly is top of the list. That said when we all bring our dogs things can get a l…

Safaris And Beyond: How To Explore South Africa’s Diverse Wildlife

Safaris And Beyond: How To Explore South Africa’s Diverse Wildlife

ByJen Lowthrop

…p an eye out for the country’s impressive spider species, including the golden orb-web spider and the more commonly-found rain spider. Some tour operators offer special tours to spot creepy crawlies, including scorpions, crickets, and even praying mantis. As with any type of wildlife, always maintain a safe distance and don’t touch any flora or fauna you come across. Seek advice if you’ve been bitten or if you find any insects or animals indoors….

Unique things to do on a girly weekend in Lisbon

Unique things to do on a girly weekend in Lisbon

ByJen Lowthrop

…e of travelling here on Sunday in August and it was BUSY! We queued in our uber to get up the single track road to the castle, then queued for a ticket, then queued to get close to the castle too. It was worth it for the views and selfies around the brightly coloured, flamboyant 19th century castle! Learn from our mistakes though and visit off season (or at least not on a Sunday), buy your tickets online and if you aren’t paying to get inside the…