Travel, life, loves and laughs.
Easter in Dubai is a time for reflection, renewal and most importantly, celebration. What better way to embrace Easter than by gathering with friends at one of the city’s most renowned brunch destinations? The Roast by Bubbalicious at Mina’s Kitchen, offers an unforgettable Easter brunch experience that combines delectable cuisine, lively entertainment and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.… Read the rest
We have been to Oman for Eid previously. Our last experience, in 2017, was a vastly different one to our more recent experience of Oman for Eid – a perfect long weekend of camping at the beach.
With the Eid holidays offering the perfect excuse for a short getaway, Jason, our boys Jasper (14) and Harley (11) and I team up with another family.… Read the rest
It’s our last day on the farm and it’s filled with motorbikes and mayhem. Over the weekend we celebrated our Family Reunion after 40 years, Aunty Carol’s 80th birthday and Uncle James’ 70th for good measure. So this morning is a little more low key for the adults.… Read the rest
It’s hard to believe that it’s 40 years since the last one. But here we are in New Zealand, reliving the moment with a new generation joining the family reunion.
We have traveled to New Zealand for the occasion.… Read the rest
The Hole in the Rock, otherwise known as Motukokako or Piercy Island, is New Zealand’s Bay of Islands poster child. Our family take an Island Getaway half day tour to the hole in the rock in the Bay of Islands in New Zealand.… Read the rest
Winter in Dubai is that wonderful season. Where the weather is cool enough for walking, swimming and sitting outside. The boats are out and the beaches are busy. Where an evening aperitif in the garden is not only possible but enjoyable and the night might even be cool enough to consider a mulled wine.… Read the rest
As we set off for diving the Musandam Peninsula, it feels like the most ordinary of days and yet seems to be the start of something extraordinary. Our family of four—my husband, our two boys (aged 14 and 11), and myself, embark on what promises to be the perfect weekend getaway.… Read the rest
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
19 July: France, Summer Day One: Travel & Antibes.
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 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