Surfing is not something I would have normally associated with Britain. It seemed to naturally belong to hotter climes, like California, Hawaii and Australia. I always imagined taking my first lesson in one of these places, which are more famed for their surf culture. Certainly, squeezing into a wetsuit and making a mad dash for … More Surfin’ UK – catching my first wave in Newquay
If you love waterfalls (and plenty of them), then Iceland is the place to visit. Whilst lacking the size and perhaps grandeur of more famous falls like Iguazu and Victoria, they are nevertheless beautiful and more tranquil than these bigger, brasher places. Once in Reykjavik, you won’t need to catch a flight or dodge hawkers … More Chasing Iceland’s Waterfalls
This time, I was determined to take the plunge. Due to my unease with being in a swimming costume (or more precisely, being out of one), I’d missed several opportunities to visit thermal pools in the past, including the onsens in Japan and the Blue Lagoon in Iceland. Budapest, famous for its baths, was my third time lucky … More Széchenyi Baths – Taking the plunge
I was warned, before entering the ice cave, that I would have to crouch. Being on the short side, I smiled at the idea, confident that the advice was aimed at the taller members of our group. Armed an icepick, I felt appropriately adventurous, and excited to be ticking off another dream from my travel wish-list. … More Crystal Caves
Free-Spirited Travel 