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So... today wasn't spent as planned, meandering along the north coast following the NC500, stopping to visit places we fancied. The LPG gas ran out yesterday so, to avoid having to rely on campsites for electric hook up for heating and having no cooker, we needed to find some. We assumed that we’d not filled... Continue Reading →
The next leg of our trip was from Golspie to John o'Groats. Our first stop was Helmsdale harbour where we had breakfast. We'd then planned to stop at the Whaligoe Steps but the car park was full so we moved on to Noss Head. There, we walked to Castle Sinclair Girnigoe, which John found rather... Continue Reading →
It's been a busy day! We left Inverness to start the North Coast 500, a scenic route around the north coast of Scotland and, because the sun is still shining, couldn't resist doing two interesting walks. Our first stop was Alness where we climbed through woodland to the Fyrish Monument (453 metres), which was built... Continue Reading →
Once we'd had our cup of tea in bed today, we decided to drive round to Loch Morlich. We debated whether to cycle, swim or walk but, in the end, it was too cold for us to build the enthusiasm to do any of these. There was a new dusting of snow on the highest... Continue Reading →
I had a bad night's sleep and then didn't feel good when I awoke this morning. Nevertheless, John suggested I went out to take some photos with my camera while Loch an Eilein was calm. I'm glad he did. I think I got some lovely shots. We'd planned an 11 mile hike up Creag Dhubh... Continue Reading →
Today didn’t turn at as well as we’d hoped, partly because of the rugby result, but also because of the relentless rain. Nevertheless, we still had an enjoyable day. Our first stop was the Spanish Steps, where Welsh choirs and rugby fans had gathered for a sing song. It was wonderful seeing a sea of... Continue Reading →
There are hundreds of beautiful buildings in Italy. Today, after a leisurely start, John, Kathy and I booked tickets to see the Pantheon and, on the way there and back, we meandered through the streets and through inviting open doors. A little early for our time slot for the Pantheon, we paused for a coffee... Continue Reading →
Raring to go after a good night’s sleep, John and I got up early to head to the Roman amphitheatre, known as the Colosseum. We’d booked a tour to cover all the levels, as well as the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Kathy walked up there with us, via the Trevi fountain, although she wasn’t... Continue Reading →
Despite a dark, silent room with a comfortable bed, I had an awful night’s sleep. Maybe it was eating and drinking late… I don’t know. In any case, I was grumpy this morning and, when my iPad finally died (because I was reading on it most of the night), I decided to go out and... Continue Reading →
We’re having a week in Rome. For John, the trip mostly seems to be about rugby and football, whereas I’m imagining wandering around the city, sitting at pavement bars and cafes, soaking up the sights and the atmosphere, while drinking Aperol Spritz and eating pizza and ice cream 😝. We’re joined by our good neighbours,... Continue Reading →
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