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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

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

Belmar

Hotel Belmar, Monteverde, Costa Rica – Like a Swiss chalet in the Cloud Forests

Anatolian Grill, Prestwich – Great atmosphere and food worth returning for

Middle EasternfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 14, 2016

I’m a fan of middle eastern food and Turkish food so an evening at the newly refurbished Anatolian Grill was definitely on my places to eat. The owners have created a great atmosphere with their interior design of restful colours, comfortable chairs and warm friendly staff. This restaurant offers excellent authentic Turkish food. The quality,…

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RestaurantsfiftyfourandcountingSeptember 11, 2015

The Pavillion Bistro – “Well… I didn’t expect this!”

My wife booked this unknown restaurant for 4 of us based on a recommendation from a friend. Our drive along urban…
Guest HousesfiftyfourandcountingMay 31, 2015

Waterford House, Yorkshire – A hidden gem of the North

  My wife and I stayed here last week for 1 night … Frankly a mistake! Should have been 2 or…
ItalianfiftyfourandcountingMay 11, 2015

Vesuvio – “Shame, could so easily be a precious gem but lacks sparkle and presentation”

A booking in my view should mean that your table is ready and you are seated shortly after arrival. It was…
Personal Family EventsfiftyfourandcountingNovember 9, 2014

Lauren Frieslander married David Kaiser today

Ready for the Chuppa . . In Piccadilly Gardens . . Piccadilly Gardens Manchester .. In front of the big wheel…
Personal Family EventsfiftyfourandcountingJuly 20, 2014

Patchick Photos

Both Adam and Samantha are both engaged… Adam was first getting engaged to Katie … the party was lovely with many…
BritishfiftyfourandcountingMay 3, 2014

Healy’s Wine Bar & Brasserie, Accrington – “Great place punching above its station!”

We travelled quite a distance to have dinner at Lily Mae’s with friends based on the reviews here on TripAdvisor and…
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 27, 2013

Day 14 – Harwich, England

We’re back on UK mainland and heading to London to see our daughters.
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 26, 2013

Day 13 – At Sea

This morning we awoke to find the weather misty with the sun trying to break through, but the sea was calm.…
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 25, 2013

Day 12 – Oslo, Norway

Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 25, 2013

Day 12 – Oslo, Norway

Most likely my favourite city but also the most exspensive! We went on the Hop On, Hop Off City Tour bus,…
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 24, 2013

Day 11 – Gothenburg, Sweden

We are currently approaching the port of Gothenburg. We are not due to arrive until 11am. Well we docked about 11am…
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 23, 2013

Day 10 – Day at Sea

Complete day of rest today by the pool. There was an ice demonstration during the day too. We were challenged to…
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 22, 2013

Day 9 – Tallinn, Estonia

Today we arrived at Tallinn in Estonia. The weather today was windy but bearable. The only problem was that we arrived…
Baltic CruisefiftyfourandcountingJuly 21, 2013

Day 8 – St Petersburg, Russia ( day 2)

This morning again we were up very early so that we could all meet up at 8am with our guide Marina.…

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  • The Dwarf Mini – it feels like this should be impossible!
  • The Horizons of Khufu – A virtual tour of Khufu’s Pyramid found among the pyramids of Giza, Egypt
  • The Hideout, Prestwich – An apt name for a place that is tucked out of sight with great food
  • Jodrell Bank, Cheshire – educational and fascinating site of a radio telescope
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