Hikes & Walks
Howth Cliff Walk
Excited to take another hike along the Irish Sea we were up early the following morning to catch the train to Howth.
Jim Dorsey
December 23, 2019
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Excited to take another hike along the Irish Sea we were up early the following morning to catch the train to Howth.
While spending time in Dublin, Ireland we discovered Sprout & Co., a farm to bowl (and wrap) chain that farms, and supplies, their own produce.
Thus began our 4 hour round trip of the Bray?s Head Cliff walk which follows a portion of the East Coast of Ireland from the charming seaside town of Bray to Greystone.
Sawers is a family owned business established in 1897 that prides itself on stocking an extensive range of quality foods from around the world.
Thus began our day as we departed from Fort William to Glasgow on a nearly four hour journey by train through the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, Scotland’s first National Park.
There were once eight fishmongers in the Victorian Market where Duncan Fraser still does business. Today, Duncan Fraser is the sole survivor.
There are many things in this world that I cannot legitimately lay claim to knowing much about. A toe-in-the-water knowledge of whiskey would be one. but we learned something while Savoring Scotland’s Water of Life.
The whole of the United Kingdom, as well as many parts of Europe, are dotted with mighty castles and fortresses, all with their own amazing tales to tell. In Scotland however, there are few castles with the storied history that the 12th-century Edinburgh Castle can lay claim to.
We completed our late afternoon excursion to the The Cheese House in Cromarty by choosing an excellent 18 month Gouda from a region in North-Holland that was originally the sea.
The Lake District National Park in Cumbria | Home to England?s 10 highest mountains, stunning lakes, charming villages.
Steeped in history, Edinburgh successfully manages to blend old and new with big city confidence. To some, our five day stay may not seem enough time to fully absorb the sights, sounds and texture of this vibrant city in the hills. For us however it proved to be an immersive and informative experience that we thoroughly enjoyed.
Castlerigg Stone Circle is located on the perfect natural plateau with a commanding 360-degree view of the ring of mountains surrounding the site. It is perhaps one of the most atmospheric and dramatic places we have ever visited and with the sky opening and closing every few minutes, changing from full sun to shade, it was positively breathtaking.
While there are many things to do and sights to see when visiting Oxford, a stroll along the Oxford canal is one that should not be overlooked.
Richmond Park offers a myriad of world-class concerts, year-round cultural events, community based projects and enough food venues to satisfy your appetite after a morning or afternoon of walking. It is no wonder that Londoners and travellers alike flock to these grand parks for respite from the city
On the Eastern side of the Baja Peninsula near Loreto, Mexico there is a magical road called the ?Road to San Javier? that courses steadily upward through the Sierra de la Giganta mountain range.
Borough Market in Southwark, London, along the south bank of the River Thames, is one such market that will have you coming back more than once. This amazing market is one of the largest and oldest food markets in London, dating back to at least the 12th.
Loreto, Mexico is many things. One thing it is not is Cabo San Lucas.
There are no cruise ships, partygoers or spring-break revelry. For discerning travelers looking for a more peaceful, laidback commune with nature Loreto ticks all the boxes. Easy to get to and even easier to get around, Loreto is the perfect place to escape the crowds while discovering paradise by the sea.
The Inn at Death Valley, formerly known as the Furnace Creek Resort, is North America’s only true desert oasis. This best-kept secret in the heart of Death Valley…
The desert getaway of La Quinta Resort is one of our favorite places to visit. Here is our review.
Although many people consider Death Valley to be one of the most forbidding places on earth it is truly a remarkable place to visit at any time of the year, depending on your taste, and tolerance, for extreme heat!
