In & Around Antibes

In & Around Antibes

It’s Summer Day 3 and we spend the day in & around Antibes. The day starts with procuring breakfast from the local markets after which we take a trip to the lighthouse Phare de la Garoupe on the famous Cap d’Antibes.… Read the rest

Iles de Lérin

Iles de Lérin

Destination Iles de Lérin. This stunning duo of islands consisting of Île Sainte-Marguerite and Île Saint-Honorat are located just off the coast of Cannes and accessible from almost anywhere on the Côte d’Azur.

We hire a boat out of Antibes and set sail for the day, picnic packed and snorkels at the ready.… Read the rest

Antibes: First Impressions

Antibes: First Impressions

19 July: France, Summer Day One: Travel & Antibes.

Travel

Up early for our flight to Nice this morning.  Check in and airport at Dubai is generally easy and soon we’re breakfasting in the lounge. Still working towards leave, Jason & I send out last minute emails before boarding and I download my memos and bits to complete and review during the flight.… Read the rest

Surf’s Up

Surf’s Up

Surf’s up despite the glassy morning waters at JBR. Usually we’re here to ski or board but this morning it’s to make waves, literally, and then surf them.

The morning is warm as we head out of Dubai Harbour, around the tip of the Skydive Dubai runway and out into the glassy calm of JBR.… Read the rest

A Dubai Holiday

Museum of the Future

A Dubai holiday is a great thing, especially with kids. Most tourists fly by Dubai on a few nights stopover (see stopover itinerary) to or from somewhere else. If you’re prepared to scratch the surface though, there is enough to keep the family going for at least a couple of weeks.… Read the rest

Walking Kutaisi

Walking Kutaisi

Kutaisi is an historic city located in the west of Georgia and walking Kutaisi only begins to unlock some of its wonders. Strategically located, Kutaisi served as the capital of the Kingdom of Colchis and is the origin of the Golden Fleece.… Read the rest

Skiing Gudauri

Skiing Gudauri

We’re all in love with skiing Gudauri this Valentine’s Day. The snow is deep, the sun is shining and the slopes are calling. I feel like I’m on top of the world.

A perfect day

After a hearty breakfast at The Loft, we set out all together as a family.… Read the rest

Arriving In Georgia

Sataplia Caves

Arriving in Georgia mid morning we are greeted by Sergo, our tour guide and transfer professional. Although we have a long drive ahead to get from Kutaisi to Gudauri, the day is still young. Sergo suggests a visit to nearby Sataplia Caves and some lunch before hitting the road proper.… Read the rest

Ubud Water Palace

Ubud Water Palace

Nestled in the heart of Bali, the Ubud Water Palace, also known as Saraswati Temple (Pura Taman Saraswati), is one of the island’s most enchanting landmarks. It is a large, relatively new temple (pura), built for the Ubud royal family.… Read the rest