There’s a certain expectation vs. reality moment that happens with nature getaways. The idea sounds dreamy, you’re doing a staycation (since most of them are) or even just a magical long weekend, and you’re surrounded by fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and total relaxation. But then reality kicks in: questionable bedding, weird smells, and a level […]
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Loving the island life: hiking on the Isle of Wight
Today’s journey involves a train and a boat. My two favourite forms of transport so that’s a great start. We’re heading to the Isle of Wight, the largest island in England which is set in the English Channel four miles off the Hampshire coast. The ferry from Portsmouth took us across the Solent – a journey […]