National Relaxation Day
The wall-to-wall information on the worldwide web tells me that today, 15 August, is National Relaxation Day. Its origins are unclear: one source tells me that it was established around twenty years ago […]
Happenin’ Brighton
There’s always something happening in Brighton. Linked to Good Fences, Summer, Scenic Weekends and Sundays in my City.
Carpet Creation
This woman was hard at work in the window of one of the massive carpet studios come shops in Istanbul. I can only marvel at how they manage to create pieces […]
Wordless Wednesday in Brussels
Wordless Wednesday – on Wednesdays all over the internet bloggers post a photo with no words to explain it.
Dawn Reflections
Cee’s challenge topic this week is water and winter. I’m trying not to think about winter just yet so I’ve gone for water, which takes me back to my Venice […]
Boost Your Emerald Credentials
This bright emerald bicycle rack is a clever way to get across a green message.
Cream Tea Anyone?
26 June 2015 marks National Cream Tea Day and in August each year there is National Afternoon Tea Week (it was 11-17 August in 2014). If you’re like me, you need no […]
Flaking, Faded and Fabulous
Those three words could be used all over Venice: it is a tactile, textured place that is oh so pleasing on the eye (and camera lens).
Oxo Tower at Night
The red lettering of the Oxo Tower always stands out at night. It’s even better to be inside though – there is a good bar and restaurant at the top […]
Blue Madrid
I love the architecture of Madrid, particular the wrought iron balconies. Every now and then there is an incredible burst of colour, too. Linked to Blue Monday.
Dead Music Icons
This massive mural on the side of the Albert Pub in Brighton was painted in summer 2013 by Req and Sinna following a commission by the pub’s landlord Chris Steward. The […]
Travel with Intent 