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Knoydart – A secret spot of Scotland.
ByJen Lowthrop 28 August 20133 August 2022

…g the Isle of Skye as part of your Knoydart trip too then I recommend this new book ‘Day Walks on the Isle of Skye‘. 20 great walks from 3.5miles to 14.5 miles around this incredible Scottish island. There were about 7 sharks, some with calves, happily swimming along, fins above the water, they came up close to the boat as the six of us on board couldn’t quite believe what we were seeing. Our short commuter boat had turned into an adventure cruise…

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What skills do you need to volunteer with migrants and refugees in the UK?
ByJen Lowthrop 3 June 20183 June 2018

…and have been since I first volunteered in inner city schools in Trenton, New Jersey as a student studying in the USA. I have gained countless new skills, friends and memories, as well as sharing my own skills and experiences to help others. When I was approached by the Government (HMG) and NCVO (National Council for Voluntary Organisations) to work on an educational collaborative project on volunteering safely with migrants and refugees, I thoug…

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Hotel Review – DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al-Khaimah
ByJen Lowthrop 29 November 2013

…creen TVs and plenty of storage space. Each day my bed was left covered in new petals and towel art. I love towel art! It is a sure way to put a smile on my face when I come back to my room and shows extra care and attention to detail. My bed was so comfy, with 5 pillows it made the early starts all the harder not wanting to get out of the heavenly bed. Staff All the staff I met were so so friendly. Always smiling, willing to help and very well in…

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Picture Perfect – La Digue, Seychelles
ByJen Lowthrop 26 November 2013

I have tried out a new style of blog post below. I wrote this throughout the day, writing as I do, see, feel. Let me know what you think. It’s 5.30am. I’m tired. Why did I think it was a good idea to take a trip that’s started at this crazy hour? The sun is rising and Shakira is playing in the taxi, the driver is singing along and I can’t help but smile as we drive past the beautiful beaches watching the sun creep up, heating this picture perfect…

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*Guest Post* – Voluntourism, Is it worthwhile?
ByJen Lowthrop 26 February 2012

…art tourists from their money! And to be fair, why not take advantage of a new industry when foreigners are throwing money at them! I think the tourists are just as much to blame for these scams –I do get frustrated that it is the disadvantaged people that the tourists often pat themselves on the back for helping out that are the ones who suffer the most. Don’t be fooled – it is often the middle-men making the money out of exploiting these people…

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The European DTour – Interview with Jenn Winter
ByJen Lowthrop 1 October 201314 November 2013

…personal blog, all of my travel related stories are now posted to my brand new site, A Lady Away. It went live on May 31st so it’s still a baby in the blogosphere but I’ve been excited by the positive feedback I’ve received thus far. I am providing most of the content for the blog but I do accept guest posts and reviews. That being said, I’m committed to only publish well written and quality work, adhering more the standards of an online magazine…

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6 Hours on the Isle of Capri
ByJen Lowthrop 30 August 201330 August 2013

…d early starts, but I wasn’t complaining, as each morning we woke up for a new adventure in a new city. The best day was spent on the Isle of Capri off the Amalfi Coast. An organised tour that involved plenty of free time to wander and do your own thing on this beautiful island. The morning started with breakfast delivered to my room by my butler (as you do), before heading off the big ship and hopping onto a fast hydrofoil boat for a quick ride a…

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