Came across Camps Bay nearly by accident…oh yes I knew I was passing through Camps Bay on the Cape Town Hop On Hop Off Bus but I didn’t know that I was going to be compelled to get off the bus when I saw that glittery white sand and turquoise ocean. Yes it drew me off […]
Happened on Kalk Bay whilst staying at the lovely William French Residence in Simons Town . A fifteen minute drive north on the Eastern Cape coastal route and with parking easy to come by there was no excuse not to stop at this fabulous arty, quirky seaside town…. ………and so glad we did. Nice flat walking for […]
To reach the Cape of Good Hope or Cape Point you need to pay £15 to enter the national park, although it is much more expensive for international visitors I still felt it was well worth it as there is so much to see and do. This is one spot where I would like to […]
On the steep slopes of the Froggy Pond area of Simon’s Town there is a little piece of heaven ….. the exquisite upscale Residence William French. The fabulous welcome we received from both William and Janine set the tone…. it was like being invited to a friend’s house where we met with other guests for […]
You know me I like to rant and often rant about other travellers who appear to be inconsiderate. Well this is a specific safari rant……. Whilst on a safari vehicle the family of five behind us did not stop talking the entire three hours, as a consequence we and others could not hear the driver……. […]
It’s been a while Stockbridge but the reunion of The Grey Traveller and this perfect Hampshire village was sweet. The windows were festive, the retailers cheery and The Three Cups welcoming with warmth, good food and great cheer. Here are a few of my favourite photos. Happy Christmas.
Yes you did read right! …… these type of products are available in vending machines just like we might buy a canned drink or a chocolate bar in the UK. I couldn’t resist trying one for less than £2 in a Shenyang shopping mall recently. Instructions are to wash feet, open each ‘foot bag’ and […]
