The Island of Tears was created from compassion in Minsk.
Category: Europe
A Morning in Minsk
Minsk is a fascinating city to explore- even on a cold day
Freedom and Genius- A Guide to the Statues Commemorating Women in London
There are hundreds of statues in London- some more famous than others. But how many do you think are dedicated to women?You can almost count them on the fingers of your hand. It all began when I was sitting in a meeting in Central London which had a park outside. During lunch a colleague and…
The London Mithraeum
There are secrets beneath the streets of London. The Mithraeum is one of London’s newer attractions and is free.
Liberation Day in Amsterdam
Liberation Day is a special commemoration in Holland. The historic walk can be done at any time through the year
The Canal Tour with a Difference: Amsterdam’s Plastic Fishing
Plastic Fishing in Amsterdam gives an insight into the waste that ends up in the ocean.
Floral Brilliance in the Netherlands
There is nothing like the brilliance of the spring floral displays in the Netherlands to bring joy to the heart.
Returning to the Anne Frank House
The Anne Frank House is a journey back to one of my all time favourite books.
Touring the Tower in Salisbury Cathedral
Climbing Englands tallest cathedral spire is a great way to see the city from a new perspective. But the higher you go the more there is to discover about the building’s past.
Salisbury- City of Doves
Thousands of paper origami doves have transformed Salisbury Cathedral in an enchanting way.
The Spa beside the Sea
What’s not to like about a Cliff Top hot tub?
Walking the Causeway at St Michael’s Mount
Snaking across the sands at Marazion the causeway to St Michael’s Mount only reveals itself at low tide. As a child I was captivated by the castle in the sea in Mounts Bay. Overlooking the town of Marazion and dominating Mount’s Bay St Michael’s Mount looks like a fairytale castle in the sea. I used…
