China’s Sichuan Province. Adorable Giant Panadas but so much more.
26/11/2024 .
Trip Reviews
Panama Carnival – wet, wild and wonderful.
Ruben Blades was up on stage and singing his heart out. Not surprising really, as Ruben has attained almost god-like status amongst Panamanians, to the extent his song “Patria” is considered to be the second national anthem.
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A Weekend in Riga
Riga is a walking city, just the right size for a weekend break, and the old town, which has now been fully restored to its former colourful glory, contains many hidden gems that you’ll just stumble across when you explore all its little winding back streets.
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French Cookery Lessons: French Houseparty Style
From filleting fish to spinning sugar, my 6 day “Gourmet Explorer” french cookery course at the French House Party near Carcassonne was a culinary delight.
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Intercontinental Hotel Hong Kong. Best hotel in the world?
Exceptional service the like of which I have seldom experienced and attention to detail makes this one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in.
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The Montreal Highlights Festival
Alain Simard is something of a legend in Montreal. After all, anyone who can bully the government into putting on free outdoor festivals must be a little bit special. But sitting next to me nursing a hangover and sipping a cup of take away soup, he seemed very unlegendary like.
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Montreal. Canada’s second city comes of age.
Montreal has a unique feel. It’s very alternative, bohemian, quirky and contemporary and with you’re never far from a museum or a show.
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