While travelling in New Zealand and after some time in Auckland, I flew south to visit my dear friend Colleen in Dunedin. Keen to do something a little different, Colleen suggested Stewart Island—Rakiura in te reo Māori—and I was instantly on board! (Yes, that pun was intended). Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links which…
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Dining at Plattesteen: A Belgian Bistro Experience
While exploring northern Belgium on our road trip, we visit the capital Brussels and my friend Brett takes me to this wonderful bistro Plattesteen. It serves an array of French cuisine and believe me the dishes we try are delicious! Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links which help sustain this blog, support my travels,…
Cheese! Glorious Cheese! Gouda, The Netherlands, the City and the Cheese.
Why am I feeling so happy? Because it’s going to be a Gouda day…I’m on a day trip from The Hague to the city of Gouda in The Netherlands. Gouda is a charming city known for its historic cheese market, beautiful canals, and medieval architecture. Famous for its Gouda cheese, the city also features attractions…
Casa Di Mio Pizzeria, Halle, Belgium.
Experiencing the sinking realisation as we prepared to settle our dinner tab in Halle, Belgium, the waiter’s words hit us: “We only take cash.” Brett and I exchanged a glance, both armed only with cards, a moment of panic ensued… Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links which help sustain this blog, support my travels,…
Oh Vienna! Schönbrunn Palace and Lunch at Figlmüller – The Home of Schnitzel since 1905!
Vienna’s grandeur is indeed unforgettable, evoking the majesty of its imperial past. From its wide boulevards to its magnificent buildings, the city resonates with the legacy of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It’s a place where history and beauty converge, leaving an indelible impression on all who visit. The whole time I am here, I have the…
Turkish delights! The delightful flavours of Türkiye!
We all have our kebab preferences, right? Mine is a chicken kebab with lettuce, onions, NO tomato, add cheese with garlic sauce. Imagine my horror one day when my housemate of almost 10 years brought me home a kebab with beef, lettuce, onion, tomato, and chilli sauce. Poor guy hasn’t heard the end of it…
Palaces, Queens, Dikes and Bikes, (Part II) Het Loo Palace & Gardens, The Netherlands
If you have read part one of my royal journey in The Netherlands, you’ll know I just missed out on meeting Queen Beatrix at Noordiende Palace in Den Haag ;)…..and, so, my dear friend Brett and I headed to the north of the country to visit Het Loo Palace in Apeldoorn, once home to sovereigns,…
Palaces, Queens, Dikes and Bikes – The Netherlands (Part 1)
What: Noordeinde Palace & Het Loo Palace and gardens Where: The Hague & Appledoorn, The Netherlands Other than my passion for commercial aviation and travelling (oh and cheese) I have a sincere interest in the Kings and Queens of Europe, the royal households and their history. I do, in fact, have a portrait of my…
Jumbo Hostel – Arlanda Airport, Stockholm, Sweden.
Last year I had a brief stopover in Stockholm, Sweden and I had heard of this fantastic hostel right at the airport in a converted Boeing 747-200. Of course, being the freakyflier that I am I had to stay there. 🙂 Built in 1976, the aircraft is a decomissioned Boeing 747-200 that was headed for…
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