Planning a trip to Cuba can be a tricky, especially when – like us – you’ve found up-to-date research on this enigmatic island nation hard to come by. We decided to book a small-group tour around Cuba and it turned out to be the best travel decision we’ve made for ages. Cuba’s been a dream … Read more
Tucked away on the Pacific side of Route 1, the Bacara Resort and Spa – just outside Santa Barbara, California – is a man-made oasis of beauty, luxury and tranquility… And if that’s good enough for the likes of Michael Jordan and Oprah, then it’s good enough for me! One of the main challenges of … Read more
So it’s time for us to take a deep breath, smell some of them roses, and enjoy some down-time after a pretty crazy trip. We’ve been so busy, our Instagram Diary hasn’t been updated in a little while, but here’s what we’ve been up to on our favourite social media platform: We’ve been to Cuba … Read more
Even in Cuba there are bad mojitos, which is surprising for a couple of reasons. Besides being from Cuba, the mojito’s a pretty simple drink, with only a few ingredients. But for some reason, making a good one is an art form. Here’s what we’ve gleaned from our time here in Cuba. A mojito has … Read more
The key to enjoying Italy is to travel like a local. I’ve learnt so much from marrying into an Italian family and taking on that passion the Italians have for life. Here are our tips for getting the most out of your trip to the Old Country, and also how you can win a trip … Read more
When we’re travelling we love finding that rare place you can tell not many tourists know about. That low-key ambience, the lack of menus, that lived-in feel… and the best food you could wish for! That’s what we found on our recent trip to Tulum, Mexico. We were just finishing up with breakfast when Shedar … Read more
We’re ba-aack! Did y’miss us?! hopefully the answer is ‘yes’ – but not too much. I can’t stand that kind of pressure! Well, it’s true, we are back, and as we thought might happen, Cuba was – for all it’s awesomeness – a little light on the internet side. It’s either non-existent or extortionately expensive. … Read more
There are so many amazing food places in Mudgee, New South Wales, it’s impossible to decide where to eat next. Thankfully the locals are the friendliest people on earth and love to help. Their recommendation: the Pipeclay Pumphouse – and it’s with very good reason indeed. You know you’re onto something good when you receive … Read more
Wine tours are a lot of fun. But if we’re talking understatements, the tour I went on with San Diego Beer and Wine Tours recently was the best yet! It had the perfect mix of an entertaining guide, incredible Southern Californian scenery and some surprisingly good wines. San Diego is kind of perfect for making … Read more
So in last week’s Instagram Diary, you might’ve seen our pic of the cigar I had. Well, we were enjoying the backgammon there so much, we decided to go back to Churchill Cigar Lounge for a rematch – and another cigar of course! This morning, Mrs R came back from the shower and mentioned she’d had to … Read more