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Israel – Two sides of a war and I know which side I stand on
Humans worldwide are faced with terrible news from the Middle East about an area so…
Continue readingTokyo, Japan – A buzzing futuristic city where nothing stands still
On arrival in Japan, I first noticed that the roads were relatively flat and not a single pot hole … anywhere! Our trip to the land of the rising sun started in Tokyo, a vast city full of modern highways and skyscrapers. Modern, clean cars with everyone observant of the road, mindful of their fellow…
Japan – London to Tokyo – To the land of the rising sun – Japan Rail Pass
I hope this article assists others to oragnise their travel plans in Japan It’s not often that I get excited about…
Funchal, Madeira – Unspoilt, Green and Full of Character
This month, we left on time from Manchester International Airport on an EasyJet flight to Funchal, to the island of Madeira.…
Solar Panels – Is it really worth installing them?
In February 2012, we had solar panels installed. We signed up for the government Feed in Tariff and have benefited from…
Lower Mill Estates – A luxury weekend set in idylic surroundings in the Cotswolds
We spent the most delightful family weekend in the Cotswolds recently. My entire family consisting of six adults and five grandchildren…
Ulises by Occre – A great challenge and satisfying model
For my 60th birthday, I asked my wife for the Occre Ulises model kit, paints, motor and battery so I could…
The Banshee of Irshine – A movie of epic proportions … I think not!
So if you’ve not seen this Oscar-nominated movie set in an imaginary village off the coast of mainland Ireland, all I…
Tamiya Subaru Impreza WRX STi 24Hr Nurburgring kit – A great RC kit, with a satisfying finish
Following my posts over the years, you’ll know I love radio-controlled anything. I have drones, helicopters, a plane, a boat, a…
Artwork – almost as good as the professional?
I am an art-loving sort of person that appreciates creative talents that blend textures and colours that please the eye, but…
An alternative way to use a fish tank – the jury is still out … what do you think?
For almost 40 years, I kept tropical fish. The tank still is a feature in the corner of our lounge/dining room,…
Incredible! Who would have thought it?
It’s hard to believe that in 2022 the world would feel upside down. So much has happened in the past few…
Cotto, Whitefield, Manchester – A new Italian restaurant that evokes quality and high standards
Prestwich and Whitefield, in North Manchester, is quickly becoming THE culinary place to visit, where quality restaurants and bars are filling…
Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire, UK – A National Trust moated manor house worth visiting
Jesuit priests were hunted during the reformation around the 16th century when Protestants challenged the authority of the catholic church. It…
Mezzepotamia, Whitefield, Manchester – I was not expecting Middle Eastern food here!
I’ve lived in the North of Manchester for some thirty-something years, and as anyone who understands the area will know, you…
Ibis Hotel, Cambridge Central Station – Fab, practical, clean and funky – Amazing!
I’m just back from a weekend break in a fabulous city, Cambridge. I just loved it here .. so much I…
