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Lisbon – Highlights

Three days in this amazing city – an eclectic mix of old and new. Lisbon is a bit quirky with a great atmosphere and great food.

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A Day Trip to Tallinn

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Chicago – Highlights

by Debbie / September 2, 2018October 23, 2020

Highlights of our visit to Chicago

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Edinburgh – Highlights April 2018

by Debbie / April 29, 2018April 29, 2018

Always atmospheric, steeped in history and stunning to look at, Edinburgh was our destination for a short Easter break. Visitors to the Scottish capital really…

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Stockholm – Highlights January 2018

by Debbie / February 12, 2018February 12, 2018

On a cold November evening we were trying to decide on the perfect place for a post-Christmas getaway. Watching Richard Ayoade’s Travel Man : 48…

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Pre-Christmas magic in New York City, December 2016

by Debbie / December 28, 2017April 8, 2018

This post is about our visit to New York in December 2016. However, I am sure that the information will be useful for any readers…

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Reykjavik and surrounding area – Highlights October 2017

by Debbie / December 10, 2017December 10, 2017

We spent four nights in Reykjavik and had a fantastic time! What an amazing place! As the plane was landing, I was surprised by the…

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Canopy by Hilton, Reykjavik October 2017

by Debbie / November 11, 2017November 12, 2017

Absolutely fabulous! We definitely chose the right place to stay in Reykjavik! The Canopy prides itself on showcasing the best of Icelandic architecture, design and…

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Icelandair October 2017

by Debbie / October 28, 2017October 28, 2017

Manchester to Keflavik. I love flying on a national carrier which evokes the destination so much you feel you have already arrived. Well, Icelandair has…

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Bettys York – Café Perfection! October 2017

by Debbie / October 18, 2017November 11, 2017

It’s always a special experience visiting Bettys Café Tea Rooms. Even though we are fairly regular customers, each season brings its own range of treats…

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Cake Stories, Jesmond

by Debbie / September 16, 2017September 16, 2017

I have always enjoyed watching Frasier and would love to have a “Café Nervosa” around the corner from where I work or live where I…

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P&O Aurora Amsterdam and Bruges May-June 2017

by Debbie / September 2, 2017September 17, 2017

A taste of the High Life in the Low Countries! A four day mini cruise from Southampton. Our hotel at sea really was amazing. Where…

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    • Napa Valley Wine Train July 2017
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