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. New restaurants, hotels and investment have been pouring into the city. So when I heard about a new boutique hotel located in an undeveloped area between the Northern Quarter and Piccadilly Rail Station I…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Child car seats, UK law, forward or rear-facing? R44 & R129, confused? I offer some clarity for grandparents
As a grandfather I’d like to be able to get involved occasionally collecting my grand daughter from nursery, or take one…
Cefalú, Sicily – One of Italy’s crown jewels
Wherever I go, no matter where I am, I try to understand the character, charm and people of a city, all…
Greater Manchester Mounted Police – Impressive and Neccesary
It’s one of the first things for me that springs to mind when I think of crowd control, Mounted Police. I…
When a sample sized paint pot turns out not to be a sample!
We’ve recently been refurbishing our lounge. It was dated and with a growing family, we were ready for a change. 25 years…
Granola, Picasso by Spicewayuk – A top deluxe product in its class
I’m definately not a morning person. I sort of slumber out of a deep sleep these days, forcing myself to leave…
Alberi del Paradiso, Cefalù – A hidden gem in the crown of Sicily
We were drawn to Sicily for a wedding and took the opportunity to head to Cefalù for a few days break.…
Hop-on, hop-off bus, Palermo, Sicily – Fastest way to see the city
In most cities around the world these days you’ll find a “hop-on, hop-off” bus tour that follows a specific route, allowing…
Trattoria Carppacio, Palmero, Sicily – Great food and value considering its location
5 mins from our hotel we came across a delightful, quaint restaurant located down a side alley. Honestly, I thought the…
