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: Discovering Georgia’s Ancient City

Walking Kutaisi

Kutaisi is one of Georgia’s most historic cities, yet walking its streets reveals much more than its impressive past. Set beside the Rioni River in western Georgia, it is a city of grand monuments, faded architecture, lively markets and unexpected artistic touches.… Read the rest

Skiing Gudauri, Georgia: A Perfect Day on the Slopes

Soliko ski slopes in the Caucasus Mountains
Skiing Gudauri

We are 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 as though I am on top of the world.

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

Snow Much Fun: A Day Skiing in Gudauri, Georgia

Snow Much Fun

It is a perfect day on the slopes. There is around a metre of snow, the sun is shining and the lifts are running. We get ourselves geared up and head out, ready for another fantastic day skiing in Gudauri.… Read the rest

Arriving In Georgia: Dinosaurs, Georgian Food and the Road to Gudauri

Sataplia Caves

Arriving in Georgia in the middle of the morning, we are greeted by Sergo, our tour guide and transfer professional. We have a long drive ahead, travelling from Kutaisi to Gudauri in the Caucasus Mountains. However, the day is still young.… 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