In my most recent article on LifeCruiser.com I discuss the wonders of Nevada, USA as a road-trip destination.
“The wind in your hair, open roads, views that force you to pull over every five minutes to capture the moment for years to come – just a few of the reasons why road trips are such popular getaways. And what better location for said road trip than the United States? Let’s be honest; all of those movies can’t be wrong…” Read more.
In today’s article of Maiden Voyage Travel, a website specialising in 20-Something travel I discuss other options of things to do in Florida when you aren’t interested in theme parks…
“You’ll be forgiven for believing that Florida is only known for its theme parks, where Mickey and Minnie reign supreme and every meal that you dine upon is comically named after some cartoon dog or other. In reality, the Sunshine State has a wealth of other attractions for holidaymakers – ones that don’t involve queuing for hours and feeling nauseous!” Read full article here.
Cyprus may be famed for its busy resorts but there is more to this Mediterranean Island than meets the eye. In my recent article on Heatheronhertravels.com I write about some of the island’s hidden gems…
“When holidaying in Cyprus, we wouldn’t blame you for being seduced by the popular resorts and all that they have to offer; the spotless beaches, the water sports, and the restaurants serving up so many delicious dishes you’ll find it hard to make a final decision. It’s understandable. However, if you have a hankering to investigate the hidden corners of this Mediterranean island, then...” Read full article here.
The start of the year always sucks so what better way to combat those blues than with a mini-break. In my latest article for Waegook-Tom, I provide some inspiration for your weekend getaway…
“No matter how much of a positive person you pride yourself on being, January and February can be a rather depressing time of year for the best of us. Leaving home in the dark and leaving work in the rain can really take its toll and that’s why many people choose this time of year to get away from it all”. Read more.
Read my London’s Stories interview with Billy from West London. A talented BMX rider, Billy has travelled far and wide meeting like-minded folk and searching out the best places to ride. We chatted to him about his earliest memories of his BMX, the unwritten rules of the sport and his most painful injuries…
“Some of the tricks that you do can be quite scary but it’s about trying to push yourself and I get a buzz off that. If you find something that you enjoy and it becomes your “thing” it’s just natural to want to do it more, to take it to new levels and try bigger things. I’m pretty obsessed with it”.
Read the full interview with Billy here.
Read my London’s Stories interview with 23 year old violist Stephen Upshaw who hails from Atlanta, Georgia. He came to live in London to study at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and has been here ever since. London’s Stories chatted to Stephen about his thoughts on London, what he gets up to day to day and what his plans are for the future…
“I love London. I mean, one of my only complaints is that you get to a point where you are quite spoilt for choice”.
Read the full interview here.
Read my London’s Stories interview with Fan and Camilla who set up Brixton People’s Kitchen back in October 2011. Fan, a designer and Camilla, a social work student at South Bank University are both busy people but I managed to grab five minutes to chat about what motivated them to start the group which aims to reduce food waste, how it works and how people can get involved.
“It’s not just about cooking a meal and cleaning up – it’s about creating something that people can enjoy together”.
Read the full interview here.
If you’ve tired of the more traditional London tourist attractions why not decide to delve a little deeper into the darker side of the English capital.
“When you’re asked to think of London you can’t help but let your mind wander to its most famous landmarks; Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey. Without a doubt, these attractions are iconic but have you ever wanted to experience the darker side of London? The capital wasn’t always so spick and span. The history of London in fascinating so how about next time you are browsing hotel deals in London with a view to seeing the sites, you opt to delve into its dark and sordid past. Here are a few suggestions as to how…”
To read my full article on 2Nomads1Narrative.com click here.
