The last time we flew into Phoenix, also via British Airways, was way back in 2008! The chaos of the airport pickup was similar. Last time we got a driver who didn’t know his way around the city. This time, the Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport shuttle service proved to be none-existent, we used … More Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado revisited
For Poshmum, the key delights that leap out for me about Yorkshire is that there are is such a rich concentration…think stunning historical sights, hiking and more gentle rambles in nature rich scenery, a vast variety of food offerings, and did I mention the beer? Accommodation to suit your budget or needs. Most recently, we … More Yorkshire and its rich offerings
Well, Poshmum is in a new country. How exciting is that! Flew from London Gatwick direct to Lake Ohrid beautifully situated in North Macedonia. Close to Albania, Greece and Kosovo. Temperatures are high for us Northern UK people at well over 30 degrees. Little wonder the lake tempts bathers to cool off in its rocky … More Lake Ohrid North Macedonia
Well, Poshmum is returning to Berlin. First visit since pre Covid-19. We are staying very near to the Kurfürstendamm close to the enticing https://www.kadewe.de/ Berlin’s famous department store. Head for the 6th floor and part with your Euros at one of the deli counters or perhaps a champagne if its not your round! I love … More Berlin 2023 style
These truly gorgeous images were taken at Easter 2022 at Craster in Northumberland, UK. The coastline here is simply stunning. For foodies think kippers and crabs. However I passed on one vendor’s offering. A kipper in a sandwich just didn’t cut it! Nature lovers will spot many sea creatures. Certainly takes one’s breath away. In … More Beautiful English coast
Switzerland here we come and not a flight to our names. Sunderland to London. St Pancras to Brussels. Brussels to Cologne. Then Ice train to Grindelwald for starters. Tailormaderail: https://www.tailormaderail.com/ made all of the arrangements including seat bookings, excursions and hotels. Indeed the only thing left to us was to pack and turn up! Overall … More Switzerland on track
Getting here from a number of UK airports is easy in the Summer months but more challenging in Winter. If you are travelling from the North East UK you can currently fly direct with Jet2 from Newcastle Upon Tyne if you can stay a week, for shorter stays try Leeds Bradford, also Jet2 for outward … More Thessaloniki, Greece
First and foremost Poshmum would like to assert that this is a British holiday in Derbyshire and Cheshire and not a staycation. The term ‘staycation’ is objectionable and insulting to those of us who have always been supportive of holidays on home territory. Much as I love travelling overseas, holidays in Britain are just that. … More Peak District UK and why Not?
Japan – independent travel to Kyoto, Matsumoto and Osaka by plane and train in 14 days Before you go: No visas are required for entry to Japan, and getting around by rail is easy and cheap using rail passes only available to foreign visitors, purchased before travel. Fees include seat reservations (important on busy trains … More Japan
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