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London on a Budget is still possible
London may be one of Europe’s most expensive cities, but there are still plenty of budget options available to make sure your stay doesn’t break the bank.
Glamping in Turkey to visit Tlos
Glamping in Turkey to explore Tlos near Fethiye. If you fancy staying in tree house of yurt, this glamping site in the foothills of the Pegasus mountains is a tranquil option.
Day trip to Vathy on the Greek Island of Kalymnos
We took a day trip to Kalymnos to explore the eastern coastline and spend the day in Vathy, and discover an off-the-beaten path beach where the Greeks gather for family Sunday.
Why you should visit the UN next time you’re in New York
Guest Blogger Nancy Hann shares all the reasons why you should include a visit to the UN the next time you’re visiting New York City.
Mandala Wall Mural to quiet the mind
Our Mandala bedroom wall mural, a joint effort that took a couple of weeks to complete but well worth the effort.
20 Questions to ask before you begin your Pet Sitting Assignment
Before you start pet sitting, here’s 20 questions you should ask before you begin your assignment. These health and welfare tips will help ensure that taking care of cats and dogs during a house sit are all covered.
Our Turkish Return and Too Many Clothes
Returning to Turkey and a house full of clothes. I’m not sure whether to focus on unpacking or packing clothes away.
A cheap and easy way to get from Barcelona Airport to the City Centre
One of the cheapest easiest ways to get from Barcelona Airport to the city centre is on their frequent Aerobus service. Buses leave every 5 minutes, every day of the year.
Return of the Velcro dog
Dog sitting in California again for the velcro dog Shogi.
Gecko Village in Kampot Cambodia – a Photo Essay
After our dismal pre-Christmas adventure at Koh Rong Samleon was cut short we were nomadic once again. Our primary focus…
Making cushions for our host
It was good to practice my sewing skills again to make some throw cushions and box cushions as a thank you to our hosts.
Cambodia Pastry Wars: The Battle of the Quiche
The heat and humidity of Cambodia make pastry making a challenge. But during our Workaway gig at Otres Beach it was one we finally mastered.
Working Away to make Cambodian Bagels
Who knew that I’d be learning how to make classic NY bagels in our outdoor Workaway kitchen in Cambodia! Now this is a skill worth having.
The majesty of Otres Beach sunsets
Here’s a photo gallery of a collection of the sunsets we witnessed at Otres Beach Cambodia.
Tops sights to see in Phnom Penh
Wat Phnom (Wat Preah Chedey Borapaut) Of course there’s a huge array of temples to visit in Phnom Penh, but…
Phnom Penh Photo Diary
Random Phnom Penh Photos As well as the photos I’ve included in my articles about Phnom Penh, I took a…
Touring S-21 Security Prison (Tuol Sleng Museum)
Tuol Sleng Museum Known as Security Prison 21, Tuol Sleng Museum used to be a high school (Tuol Svay Prey…
A reflective visit to The Killing Fields
Must-see, Must-do Of all the places you can visit in Phnom Penh, you have to go to The Killing Fields…
Exploring Phnom Penh’s Markets
As with all of Cambodia’s towns, you’re never too far away from a market, and Phnom Penh is no exception….
Do you need help to write your travel guide?
Writing a travel guide is a big undertaking and you may be confused about where to start, or overwhelmed by all the decisions and choices you need to make. This How To book is the push you need to get started
A visit to Phnom Penh’s Central Market
Phnom Penh’s Central Market is a centrally located Art Deco building in the heart of the city, and a shopping destination you should add to your Cambodian Sight Seeing agenda.
The challenge of wandering Phnom Penh’s streets
Exploring Phnom Penh on Foot There’s nothing I like better, than exploring a city on foot. As soon as you…
Exploring Phnom Penh’s 172nd Street in the dark
We used 172nd Street as our base, and this is as close as Phnom Penh gets to a backpacking hub. We arrived during a storm, and explored during a power cut.
The power of words in this Alzheimer’s Anthology
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Journey’s Life is full of journeys. Some short, some long. Some enjoyable, and others . . ….
Bayon VIP Bus from Battambang to Phnom Penh Cambodia
The Bayon VIP 15-seater bus takes 5 hours to get from Battambang to Phnom Penh, with a short 20 minute…
Sightseeing and things to do in Battambang Cambodia
My top three sightseeing destinations included the bamboo railway, the Phare Ponleu Selpak: Circus, and the Battambang Provincial Museum. Find out why I didn’t do any.
Pomme Bar, Restaurant and Hostel, at the Core of the new Battambang
The Pomme hostel, bar and restaurant has to be one of the coolest places to hang out for people watching, drinking and playing board games.
A Giggle Bunny from A Turbulent Mind
Listen to an audio recording of A Giggle Bunny from A Turbulent Mind. A Dementia and Alzheimer’s poem for people who don’t like poetry.
An educational trip around Battambang’s Central Market
Before our cookery classes, we were taken for a guided tour around Battambang’s Central market to learn about the ingredients we’d be using to make our lunch
Cooking Classes at Nary’s Kitchen Battambang
Want to do a cookery class in Battambang? We did a class at The Nary Kitchen, and mastered the art of Amok, Green Mango Salad, and Spring Rolls.
