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Written by Linda Tyler (A highly commended entry in the Travel & Water Writing Competition.) My worn copy of The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, with train ticket marking The Final Problem, was tucked in my rucksack. The train wound its way …
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There are five all-too-common trip planning mistakes made by even experienced travelers. Avoid mishaps like busted budgets or overpriced flights with our trip planning tips.
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A delightful getaway from either the south of England or the north of France, is the historic city of Boulogne-sur-Mer. It is often thought of as a summer destination. However, for senior travellers who can choose freely when to travel, I …
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Written by Janet Traill (A Runner-up entry in the Off the Beaten Track Writing Competition.) The signpost said ‘McGregor 20 km’. This was not the first Scottish name my husband and I had come across while touring through South Africa …
The post The Road to Nowhere: McGregor in South Africa’s Western Cape appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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Not sure how to pack efficiently? These eight packing aids can help you pack lighter, maximize your suitcase space and stay organized throughout your trip.
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North-West Spain was largely unknown to me. I’d visited Barcelona on a couple of occasions, but never strayed far inland. Reading by chance that the name of the city of Zaragoza was derived from Caesaraugusta, via the Arabic name of Saraqusta, persuaded …
The post Valencia to Bilbao via Zaragoza – Cathedrals, Castles and Modern Architecture appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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Written by Barbara Bond (A Runner-up entry in the Off the Beaten Track Writing Competition.) Sri Lanka is an exceptional place. It offers such diversity; coast, mountains, plains, jungles, safari parks, world heritage sites. There’s also the ease of travel, …
The post Anyone for Tea? In the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka appeared first on Senior Travel Expert.
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Our readers offer their travel-tested packing tips, including clever ways to reuse prescription bottles, save space for souvenirs and do laundry on the road.
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Written by Philippa Holloway (A Runner-up entry in the Off the Beaten Track Writing Competition.) When considering a holiday, most people don’t decide to visit an area that is heavily restricted or requires a permanent escort and Geiger counter as standard …
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Written by Bridget Blankley (One of two winning entries in the Off the Beaten Track Writing Competition.) The secluded village of Ystalyfera, which lies at the heart of the Welsh Dragon farming region, is at its most charming in the early autumn, …
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