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A Detailed Guide to Planning a Trip to Wales (From a Local)

Published: 25th February 2024 by Laurence Norah - 2 Comments

Wales Road Trip Planning Guide Castle

If you’re planning a trip to Wales, then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide we’re going to share everything you need to know to plan the perfect Wales trip. This is based on our experiences of travelling in Wales and also my time living in Wales, which I did for many years. […]

A 7 to 10 Day Wales Road Trip Itinerary (Tested and Updated for 2026)

Published: 2nd February 2024 by Laurence Norah - 6 Comments

Wales road trip

I was born in Wales and spent a lot of my childhood there, so I’m not exactly impartial when I say it’s one of the best road trip destinations in the UK. But having driven this exact route over seven days (and variations of it on other trips), I can tell you that a Wales […]

How to Make Money with your Photography as an Amateur Photographer

Published: 22nd November 2023 by Laurence Norah - 4 Comments

Blog

I’ve been a full-time professional photographer since 2010, and in that time I’ve made money from photography in more ways than I can count. I’ve sold prints, licensed images to tourism boards, taught over 2,000 students through my online course, done paid ambassador work for camera brands, shot events, contributed to stock sites, and run […]

Peak Design Travel Tripod Review

Published: 1st November 2023 by Laurence Norah - 4 Comments

Peak Design Travel Tripod Review

As a professional travel photographer, I’ve used a lot of travel tripods over the years, including models from Manfrotto and Vanguard. Today, I’m going to be reviewing Peak Design’s travel tripod, which I’ve been using in the field for the past several months to see how it compares to other travel tripods. I’ve actually been […]

Tips for Traveling with a Safety Razor

Published: 19th October 2023 by Laurence Norah - 4 Comments

Travel Safety Razor Leaf Razor

In this guide, I am going to provide tips for traveling with a safety razor.  Last year I got a safety razor for Christmas and after a bit of practice, it is now my only razor. Jess and I prefer to use a safety razor over an electric or disposable razor. Safety razors are not […]

The Best Food Tours in Rome, Italy

Published: 21st September 2023 by Laurence Norah - 2 Comments

Trastevere Food Tour Rome

We have taken multiple food tours in Rome over the years, and they have consistently been one of the best things we’ve done in the city. Our guide Fernanda once took us on a four-hour walk through Testaccio that ended with me eating tripe at a market stall and actually enjoying it. That’s the kind […]

What to Pack for Safari – A Detailed Safari Packing List

Published: 30th August 2023 by Laurence Norah - 4 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, […]

A Detailed Guide to Visiting Alton Towers: Every Ride Reviewed, Plus Tips From 10+ Visits

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

Wicker Man Alton Towers

If you’re planning a visit to Alton Towers, you’re in the right place. We’ve put together this detailed guide to help you plan your trip to one of the UK’s best theme parks, and it’s based entirely on our own experiences visiting the park. We’ve visited Alton Towers many times over the years. I first […]

The Best Things to do in Manchester, England

Published: 17th July 2023 by Laurence Norah - 4 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 taken several Seine River dinner cruises in Paris over the years, and it remains one of our favourite ways to spend an evening in the city. There is something about gliding past the Eiffel Tower with a glass of wine in hand and a three-course meal on the table that just works. But […]

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