Harrogate foodies, make a note in your diaries for 5th-7th May: the BBC Good Food Show 2017 is coming to town! The show aims to highlight the very best of Yorkshire’s majestic […]
Giveaway: Two BBC Good Food Show Spring Tickets
Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel: Hit or miss in Miyakojima?
Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel was our last stop on our Japanese adventure. Miyakojima is a stunning island packed full of world-class beaches, crystal clear seas, and a few rather odd sights that will […]
Hydroflask: Beating the jetlag in Tokyo and keeping cool in Okinawa!
Many moons again we had the great pleasure of exploring western Canada, taking the inside passage from Port Hardy to Prince Rupert. Having stayed with some wonderful Canadians the previous night, they […]
Kyoto for kids: Five tips to make your trip easier
When people are looking to visit Kyoto, they are often doing so because they want to see some of the best temples and history in Japan. Unfortunately, not all little ones are […]
Travelling in Japan: Five tips for making your arrival in Kyoto stress-free
Kyoto is a great city, and one that, if you have any interest in Japanese culture, you’ll love. What’s slightly less lovable about the city, though, is the initial orientation in terms […]
Where to stay in Kyoto: Japanese and western culture balanced well at Sakara
Kyoto is a fabulous city and one that can easily be explored on foot (if you don’t fancy using the two subway lines or the reliable bus system). Of course, as with […]
The brasserie at the Devonshire Arms: Beautiful food fit for the stunning Yorkshire countryside
The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa is nestled beautifully in Wharfedale, a stone’s throw from the majestic Bolton Abbey. Not only does the hotel boast beautiful rooms and a stunning, relaxing spa, […]
March’s Walker Books: Cats, penguins, and mice!
From our batch of brilliant Walker Books for March, one clear winner has emerged. ‘The Cat Book’ by Silvia Borando is perfect for little ones with an interest in cats. If you […]
Going on a bullet train in Japan with a child: Reasons not to worry
If you’re planning a trip to Japan and your itinerary involves heading between Tokyo and Kyoto, the easiest way to do this is by using the Shinkansen,a high-speed train more commonly known […]
Tokyo airport hotels: A night at the Royal Park Hotel Haneda
For anyone who hasn’t been to Tokyo before, when it comes to working out which airport to fly to and from, we would strongly recommend using the increasingly popular Haneda airport. Haneda […]
