What a day! It’s been awesome! And that’s not a word I use lightly. We’ve had a 45 kilometre (28 mile) bike ride in glorious sunshine, exploring the bulb fields around Flevoland. I took 134 pictures of tulips, which I’ve managed to whittle down to 66! After 8 and a half hours sleep, we got... Continue Reading →
The scenic route to Flevoland
I woke early again... it’s getting to be a bad habit... and waited for John to stir. When he did, I suggested a shower in the harbour facilities before they got busy. That turned out to be a good move. The showers were lovely and when we came out there were a lot more people... Continue Reading →
Alkmaar cheese market and beyond
After my evening sleep yesterday, I woke early, pleased my headache had gone. I edited my photos from Keukenhof until John was awake too, then made him a cup of tea in bed. Then, before long we left to visit Alkmaar where there’s a famous cheese market or kaasmarkt. We had a bit of drama... Continue Reading →
Colourful Keukenhof
Today didn’t quite go as expected! We woke early and instead of heading to Keukenhof Gardens first thing, we went to the nearest Knaus motorhome and caravan dealers about 20 minutes away. We were forced into this change of plan because the carbon monoxide alarm suddenly sounded whilst we were watching a film before bed.... Continue Reading →
Looking around Leiden
Today we’ve had a lovely day exploring the old university town of Leiden. We woke at 8.10 after a great night’s sleep... I hope there are lots more lie ins to come now we’ve finally relaxed and entered holiday mode. I fancied a croissant and coffee for brekkie so, after a cup of tea in... Continue Reading →
Canals, dykes, polders and meers
We actually managed a lie in today, probably because the campsite was quiet, my hot flushes didn't bother me too much, and we didn't have any firm plans to get up for. By the time we’d had a few cups of tea, a coffee and something to eat, and had done a few chores around... Continue Reading →
Delightful views of Delft
We woke early and decided to get going, and make our way to Delft. John had read that parking could be difficult so we thought it was a good idea to get there early and find somewhere suitable for the van. I’d researched car parks and found somewhere I thought would be suitable. However, when... Continue Reading →
Windmills galore!
Rubbish night's sleep... the ship was rolling on the sea and the bedside table was creaking for some reason so I tried moving my phone, iPad and bottle water but to no avail. Finally, I turned myself around so my head was sat the opposite end of the bed, away from the bedside table, and... Continue Reading →
Road trip time!
We woke quite early, excited to begin our trip to The Netherlands. John made me a cup of tea and came up with Millie, who lay purring next to me on the bed. Afterwards, we washed, dressed and had breakfast , then we packed the van. We were amazed how easily everything fitted in... our... Continue Reading →
Tulips and windmills
John and I are looking forward to our first full road trip in Bertie Boxlife over Easter, sailing from Hull to Rotterdam and spending 2 weeks exploring The Netherlands. We've been very busy for the past few months and we're looking forward to winding down... lie ins, reading, crochet, films and food. Amongst other things,... Continue Reading →