Christmas cards keep arriving, whether delayed by post office inertia, actual mail strikes or our move to a historic lake-side town, it’s hard to say, but they do belatedly remind us of friends in distant places.
Continue reading “CARDS FROM THE EDGE”
Following a Covid-induced shut down in March of 2020, most cruise lines returned to service last year with varying health and safety protocols for passengers that seem to change by the month. The results have been mixed.
Continue reading “CRUISING AGAIN: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY”
Last month I flew in the pilot’s seat to Barbados, St Martin, Las Vegas, Hong Kong and London in a 777, a big plane to handle for a novice.
Continue reading “FLYING TO EVERYWHERE”
With the seemingly endless lockdowns affecting travel plans, I’m dreaming of my favourite destinations, which I hope to visit again one day.
Continue reading “TRAVEL DREAMS”
On the lovely island of Barbados for a week, we discover a Thomas-the-Tank-Engine-cute little train which huffs and puffs to the top of the hill and back.
Old cruise poster promoting a slow boat to South America
A slow boat to Brazil’s colonial coast, fabulous cities and glittering beaches brings back memories of the golden age of cruising. Continue reading “SOJOURN TO SOUTH AMERICA”
Perfect beach for strolling … or weddings
There’s nothing more romantic than a beach wedding, especially in the Caribbean. Continue reading “HOT BEACHES, COOL WEDDINGS”
Enjoying a mojito on the Malecón, Puerto Vallarta
Ron is my best friend everywhere it’s too warm to drink Scotch. Continue reading “RUM COCKTAILS”
Gentlemans Portion 