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Fifty Four and Counting

Fifty Four and Counting

Blogger, Photographer, Writer – just a good old honest opinion of restaurants, products, services and life in general

Astronomy and Astrophotography

The Dwarf Mini and it’s adventure in Peru and Bolivia, including one of the darkest places on earth!

Attractions

Stonehenge, Salisbury – Probably one of the world’s most famous sites

Attractions

Frameless, Marble Arch, London – I’ve never been immersed in famous art like this

Alberobello

Alberobello, Italy – A picture post card town full of Trulli homes

Food

Takayama, Japan and Shirakawa-go – A stunning part of this country

Costa Rica

Pachira Lodge, Tortuguero, Costa Rica – Jungle Wildlife at its best

Moeders Restaurant, Amsterdam – Most likely the most motherly restaurant ever!

AmsterdamfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 28, 2020

We arrived in Amsterdam for a weekend break and on our first night decided to try this well reviewed and off the beaten track restaurant called Moeders. In english Moeders means Mothers. What a strange name for a restaurant which is why my curiosity was peaked. To be honest I was expecting a quiet restaurant,…

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EasyJetfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 28, 2020

EasyJet – if only the PA system worked!

So we passed through a very thorough and busy security and boarded a clearly packed flight to Amsterdam. Then the first…
BistrofiftyfourandcountingJanuary 22, 2020

The Grosvenor Pulford Hotel and Spa by Kasia – A delightful weekend retreat that lacked empathy

Just occasionally you need a break .. a rest to recharge, de-stress and spend time with the person you love. Choosing…
IsraelfiftyfourandcountingDecember 31, 2019

OMG! Guess who was having dinner right behind me

So we visited a really nice restaurant in Tel-Aviv, Israel recently called Mantaray. I couldn’t help but notice two serious plain…
CountriesfiftyfourandcountingDecember 26, 2019

Mantaray, Tel-Aviv, Israel – Amazing Food, Great Atmosphere and Location – But you’ll never guess who was behind me!

This is a belated blog post and a story about a trip I made in December 2019 to Israel. I’m told…
PeoplefiftyfourandcountingDecember 13, 2019

My Emotional Roller Coaster Week and The Future of the UK

Change happens. It’s just one part in the cycle of life. People come and go, some win, some lose and others…
PeoplefiftyfourandcountingDecember 10, 2019

Finally the one place my mum has not been to

My mum was born in 1929 to a mother and father of Russian decent. During the war she was evacuated out…
CountriesfiftyfourandcountingNovember 25, 2019

OMG! Whatever your moral compass, we’re being asked to vote with our conscience

When the Chief Rabbi stepped into the political ring today he suggested that the UK go to the polls voting with…
BritishfiftyfourandcountingNovember 22, 2019

Dakota Bar & Grill, Manchester – Wow! I was not expecting this in Manchester!

I’ve heard great things about the Northern Quarter of Manchester. In fact the entire city seems to be on a roll.…
Atrium PlatinumfiftyfourandcountingNovember 2, 2019

Atrium Platinum, Ixia, Rhodes – First Class & Exceptional Staff

Choosing a location for an Autumn break, close to the UK with warm weather, limits your choice. Mention Greece and we…
AttractionsfiftyfourandcountingNovember 1, 2019

Rhodes old Town, Rhodes – A stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site

The island of Rhodes is situated just off the coast of Turkey, in the warm Mediterranean Sea. On the island’s northern…
ManchesterfiftyfourandcountingOctober 22, 2019

Manchester Airport Meet & Greet – Really Efficient, but Fast Track may not be worth it

So we began our relaxed journey to Manchester Airport in our own car and arrived at the Meet and Greet after…
CountriesfiftyfourandcountingOctober 20, 2019

Brexit – We want to make our own decisions! .. But we can’t even make one!

What a farce! The leaders of democracy, respected around the world for our wise, thoughtful and considered thinking. Ha! We are…
Hopemill TheatrefiftyfourandcountingOctober 13, 2019

Mame, Hope Mill Theatre – Incredible, Energetic, Funny and above all contagious!

What an amazing show! This wonderful show starring critically acclaimed and two-time Olivier Award-winner Tracie Bennett as Mame (She Loves Me,…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingAugust 18, 2019

Naturally fast food can be healthy from a motorway services

According to the press, we are a very unhealthy nation. BMI values show many Brits being obese, living terribly unhealthy lifestyles…

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