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  • 5 Free Virtual Book Clubs to join right now

    ByJen Lowthrop

    …’s Book Chamber do surprise book bundles too and sell lots of quirky books new and old over on their Etsy Shop. I have a random delivery of books winging its way to me right now! 🙂 https://www.instagram.com/p/B-bqx_Mhara/ Scarthin Books Virtual Book Club Scarthin Books are another local book shop which I absolutely love. A treasure trove of new and old books. They’ve now closed their doors for a while and are no longer posting out books, but they…

  • How To Have Fun In Dubai!

    BySophie Bratt

    …my super glamorous, fun-loving friend, who was ready to show me around her new stomping ground. a city in the hot, hot desert At this point, I will mention that Emirates cabin crew get fairly special treatment in the city. Including discounted prices or free entry into almost all bars and restaurants, just upon producing their Emirates staff card. BUT, I did some really fun things and wanted to share them with you, as following Jen’s Ras-Al Khaima…

  • My Ultimate Winter Travel Wishlist

    ByJen Lowthrop

    …bsessed with The Three Valleys in France I am really keen to try somewhere new this season. I have done Austria and various other parts of France but this season we’re considering Bulgaria. I’ve heard mixed reviews but my pal Neil over at Backpacks and Bunks gives it a pretty positive report. For tips on becoming a better skier, I highly recommend this guide I reviewed on The Bluffers Guide to Skiing Relaxing at a luxury UK spa I don’t mind the oc…

  • 10 Microadventures (you can do for free)

    ByJen Lowthrop

    …ake a random turning and seeing what happens. Often, I might come across a new quirky village pub or just stop to admire a new breathtaking view in the Peak District. If there is one thing micro adventures teach us, it is that there are so many adventures right on our doorsteps. It doesn’t have to involve using up precious annual leave or paying a fortune to travel to some far-off land. There are loads of adventures to be had from just walking out…

  • The best country for…

    ByJen Lowthrop

    …l my volunteering roles around Asia, each one has brought a new challenge, new friends and incredible memories I will treasure forever. So best country for volunteering…? Everywhere, there is always someone or something looking for help and you will have the best time in return. Christmas tree making in Bali Best country for… everything. Ok so I lied it is easy to decide on a favourite… whether it is because it was early on in my trip and so every…

  • Adventure Canoeing in the Lakes

    ByJen Lowthrop

    …into the canoes and slowly heading back to the start point, learning a few new skills along the way. I think I have just about mastered J – stroke but need to work on my Indian stroke for future hunting trips through the waters. On top of Hellin Fell It was a brilliant fun filled weekend, I learnt new canoeing skills, met some great people, ate some delicious food, trekked up a small mountain and camped in the wild … all in a weekend’s fun before…

  • Oh Man! A Musandam Fjords Cruise in Oman.

    ByJen Lowthrop

    …t. The tour started at 8am with a pick up and drive to the Oman boarder. A new stamp, a new adventure. I was instantly excited by the chatty Americans and British couples on my tour and knew it was going to be a fun day. We drove along the coast the whole way, with beaches and blue ocean to our left and desert mountains to our right. The scenery doesn’t change much as you move from UAE to Oman. The part of Oman I visited was a small peninsula that…