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The Best Food Tours in Rome, Italy

Published: 21st September 2023 by Laurence Norah -Leave a Comment

Trastevere Food Tour Rome

If you’re thinking of visiting Rome, you might be thinking about trying some of the tasty Roman food on offer. And one of the best ways to do that in Rome is to take a food tour or cooking class. We suspect that when you think of Italy, one of the first things that comes […]

What to Pack for Safari – A Detailed Safari Packing List

Published: 30th August 2023 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

Safari Packing List

So you’re going on safari. Awesome! We love safaris, and Jess and I have been lucky enough to take many safaris together. But now you might be wondering what to actually pack for safari. Well, we’re here to help. We’ve taken safaris on a number of occasions in a variety of countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, […]

Complete Guide to Visiting Alton Towers

Published: 15th August 2023 by Laurence Norah -5 Comments

Wicker Man Alton Towers

If you’re thinking of visiting Alton Towers, you’re in the right place. We’ve put together this detailed guide to help you plan your visit to one of the UK’s best-known theme parks. Alton Towers is located in Staffordshire England and is currently the largest and most visited theme park in the UK, featuring a wide […]

The Best Things to do in Manchester, England

Published: 17th July 2023 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

Manchester United Old Trafford Stadium Tour and Museum

Manchester is a city located in the north-west of England. It’s well known today for its football teams, music, and food. It’s also a city with a rich past, having been at the centre of the Industrial Revolution. Laurence worked and lived in Manchester for a time, and it’s a city we both enjoy visiting […]

The Best Seine River Dinner Cruises in Paris

Published: 24th June 2023 by Laurence Norah -5 Comments

Bateaux Parisiens Dinner Cruise River Seine

We have visited Paris many times, and one of the activities we always recommend folks do when visiting the city for the first time is to take a Seine River Cruise. They offer a unique perspective on the city and let you see many of the highlights of Paris as you relax onboard. You actually […]

The Best Photography Bean Bags for Safari + What to Look For

Published: 15th June 2023 by Laurence Norah -9 Comments

Photography bean bag safari

If you are planning a safari, the chances are good that you are thinking about taking a larger camera and lens with you. These can produce wonderful wildlife photos, but they also come with a downside, which is that they can be heavy and hard to hold for prolonged periods of time. Normally the solution […]

Airalo Review: Is this the Best eSIM for International Travel?

Published: 16th April 2023 by Laurence Norah -51 Comments

Airalo travel eSIM Review

If you’re planning on taking a trip, you might be wondering what is the best way to get online when traveling internationally? Well, we have tried many options, and one of those options is the eSIM provider Airalo. In this guide, we’re going to provide a full review of the Airalo eSIM service to see if […]

Visiting the Vatican in Rome 2023: A Detailed Guide to Help you Plan Your Visit

Published: 12th March 2023 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

Saint Peters Basilica and Square

If you are planning to visit Rome, then we think a trip to the Vatican is a must. This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the city, and one we have been lucky enough to visit several times over the past 20 years. There is a huge amount to see and do […]

Visiting Madame Tussauds in London – A Complete Guide

Published: 2nd March 2023 by Laurence Norah -9 Comments

Visiting Madame Tussauds London

One of London’s most popular and well-known visitor attractions is Madame Tussauds. This wax museum, named for its founder, has been welcoming visitors since 1835. Today, there are more than twenty Madame Tussauds wax museums found all around the world, a few of which we have visited over the years. However, the museum in London was […]

Heat Haze in Photography – What It Is, How to Avoid It and How to Fix It

Published: 17th February 2023 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

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Have you ever taken photos that turned out less sharp than you hoped for? Even with a perfect technique and the right setup you might get frustrated that you can’t avoid soft images that seem almost out of focus. There are many reasons that an image might be a bit blurry, from focus issues to […]

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