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A compilation of some of my favourite mountain films, including dramas and documentaries, but all filled with mountain action. This edition of Armchair Travel is staying in the mountains, but we're going to the movies with a selection of my favourite mountain films. Many of these films are documentaries or based on true events.  Brace…

We're getting the first taste of summery weather today and I thought this simple striped look was just right for a low-key Sunday. This is the first ti ...

Follow these 10 simple ways to be a sustainable traveller and reduce your carbon footprint. Easy to implement travel tips that will make a difference.

Tourists are putting Colombia travel at the top of their wish lists. Here are 10 things to know before you go.

I’ve compiled a list of my favourite books with a mountain setting, including accounts of expeditions, favourites from my childhood, biography, and nature writing.  Welcome to the first edition of Armchair Travel for 2019, and a breath of pine-fresh, mountain air for the New Year.  The weather outside might be frightful, though not as bad…

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Still trying to decide upon a New Year’s Resolution? Or contemplating how you are going to achieve it? In the hopes that a few of you are...

This list includes 10 must-know backpacking tips for Northeast India travel. Be prepared when visiting one of India's most exciting regions.

I’ve compiled a list of my favourite books about Antarctica, including biographies, travelogues, and expedition tales.  I've long had a fascination with Antarctica, being captivated by stories of exploration and discovery in Readers Digest books at my grandparent's house on long Scottish summer afternoons. Primary school trips to see the polar vessel RRS Discovery in Dundee,…

I’ve compiled a selection of inspiring ocean-themed films, including Hollywood blockbusters, all-time classic films, and inspiring documentaries.  This edition of Armchair Travel is returning to the seas for a selection of my favourite films with an oceanic flavour.  Many of these films are documentaries or dramas based on true events, though there are a few tales…

I’ve put together a selection of my favourite books with an ocean theme, including nature writing, biography, and childhood favourites.  I'm incredibly fortunate to have spent almost all of the spring and summer of 2019 working as a deckhand and wildlife guide on board Irene of Bridgewater, a traditional gaff ketch with over a hundred…

I’ve compiled a list of my favourite books set in the far north, including non-fiction, biography, ghost stories, and childhood favourites.  Welcome to the first instalment of my Armchair Travel series! In this occasional series, I'll aim to bring you inspiration for your travels, and transport you away from everyday life, through some of my…

Everything really is AWESOME at LEGOLAND California! We recently visited LEGOLAND and my kids have asked almost daily to return. We are highly considering purchasing annual passes for our family. If you have a mini master builder, like my preschooler, this theme park is a must see! Even my toddler, who is just getting into […]

Solo travel may seem scary, but it can bring incredible benefits that may make you reconsider. Read on for ten benefits of traveling alone.

Have you ever heard anyone say why travel? What is the purpose of travel? Here are some of the main benefits of travel and why you should...

We are fortunate enough to live fairly close to Santa Cruz in California and we love to go a few times a year for weekend trips. Santa Cruz is such a unique place with delicious food and farms- not to mention the beaches and Boardwalk. Here are a few of our favorite things to do in...Read More »

I’ve compiled a list of my favourite books set in wilder, remote locations or featuring wildlife as the main theme, including nature writing, biographies, travelogues, and fictional tales.  For the second edition of my Armchair Travel series, I'm going back to nature. Inspired by the Wildlife Trust's #30DaysWild campaign, I've been thinking about some of…

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