“And across the dark Atlantic, Belfast lies asleep” – Tim Wheeler. This is an attempt to list my entire global journey in chronological order, before I get too old to remember what I actually did in life. Originally I thought this was way too ambitious but I wrote this entire blog post on a bus Read more about EVERY Country I Have Been To In Chronological Order And Count[…]
“I write this alone on my bed. I’ve poisoned every room in the house” – Richey James Edwards. It was in Northern Ireland growing up in the 1980s that I discovered pencil and paper, or pen and paper. I discovered writing and it was brilliant. I also did some drawing, but it was writing that Read more about Jonny Blair Poetry: My Collections are Coming, Decadely[…]
Cancelled flights, Marley songs, Bolt runs and Robbie Earle goals…it was finally time for me to visit the home of The Reggae Boys. 💚🇯🇲I would be arriving by jet plane into the realms of Kingston Town… “And my queen will come at dawn. She’ll be waiting in Kingston Town” – UB40. I got wind of Read more about Backpacking In Jamaica🇯🇲: Staying At The Famous Dancehall Hostel in Kingston Town[…]
Europe is one of the world’s hottest ski destinations. It is home to thousands of ski resorts of various styles, sizes, and skill levels. People flock from around the world to sample Europe’s skiing, often regarded as some of the best in the world. If you’re planning a ski trip of your own, choosing a Read more about Winter Whackpacking: Four Best Ski Resorts In Europe[…]
“My Mojito in La Bodeguita. My Daiquiri in El Floridita” – Ernest Hemingway. I can’t repeat myself too much in these posts but the eginnings are similar because, I’m on the Hemingway trail and I now realise it’s easily enough on its own for another book…Hemingway and Palin combined. Years ago I was inspired by Read more about The Hemingway Trail: Drinking A Mojito In The Place Where It Was Invented – La Bodeguita Del Medio in Havana, Cuba 🇨🇺[…]
“My Mojito in La Bodeguita. My Daiquiri in El Floridita” – Ernest Hemingway. Cuba was throwing oddballs at me. I needed to bag a Hemingway brace concurrently. What that meant was that I should drink a Mojito In La Bodeguita Del Medio in Havana in Cuba and then dander to the famous El Floridita Bar Read more about The Hemingway Trail: Drinking A Daiquiri In The Place Where It Was Invented – El Floridita in Havana, Cuba🇨🇺[…]
In this article, we will explore the exciting and vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. From the stunning architecture and art to the vibrant nightlife and delicious cuisine, Barcelona has something for everyone. We will explore some of the best things to do in Barcelona and give you ideas for how to make the most of Read more about Exploring Barcelona: A Guide to the City’s Must-See Museums and Top Activities[…]
“There is no rule on how to write. Sometimes it comes easily and perfectly; sometimes it’s like drilling rock and then blasting it out with charges” – Ernest Hemingway. Curaçao was an unexpected oddball bonus for me. I wasn’t really supposed to be here! But by way of four cancelled flights on my 2022 – Read more about Backpacking In Curaçao🇨🇼: Dorm Pod Life At Bed And Bike, Pietermaai, Willemstad[…]
“Everybody wants to tell what’s already been told” – Prince. After two cancelled flights, I finally arrived in Port-Au-Prince in Haiti, two days later than expected and with my time here cut short. However, I more than made up for that by trying to cram a lot of hardcore backpacking in a short space of Read more about Backpacking In Haiti🇭🇹: Touring Port-Au-Prince, Home Of The World’s Only Successful Slave Rebellion[…]
With the shortest day behind us and thoughts of summer warmth creeping tantalizingly closer every day, our attention turns to summer vacations. However, you celebrate the mid-winter festive season, the rest of the cold season can drag, so planning your next trip is the perfect antidote. And if, after the last few difficult years, you Read more about 5 Unique Vacation Ideas To Consider This Summer[…]