Every memorable adventure begins with a leap of faith and with not knowing how it will turn out in the end. This time two years ago, we took a plunge and bought a campervan – small enough to manage country roads and big enough, so we don’t feel on top of each other. Waking up […]
Just a few weeks ago, we were living our best lives. Between visiting our favourite beaches and nearby woods, popping in to see our neighbours and letting kids play together, getting ready to celebrate Ericeiras much-awaited 4th Birthday and our 18th anniversary which falls on St.Patrick’s Day and planning our future travels, it was all […]
Despite so many new countries and places to see on this planet, we always find our minds drifting back to Portugal. I’m not entirely sure what it is that keeps dragging us back to this country, but one thing I am aware of, coastal views, great food, and good waves never fail to disappoint. Although […]
Ireland, situated in Northern Europe just West of the United Kingdom, is a sought out tourist destination for many reasons – the curving coastline sculpted by the full force of the Atlantic Ocean often leave a lasting impression, the landscapes of barren limestone and sacred sights are steeped in myths and legends, and traditional fishing villages […]
As soon as we jumped out of the campervan, I could sense the captivating power of the Atlantic ocean. The refreshing breeze brushed against my cheeks, and after a brief moment, exposed to nature’s beauty, my senses erupted. I couldn’t take my eyes of Ericeira, as she was immensely observing shimmering waves. Her joyful expression […]
My grandfather was a forest ranger, and before the festive season started, he would saddle up a horse, with an open sledge and take all five grandchildren, wrapped up in thick winter coats for a ride deep into the woods to find a perfect Christmas tree. I still remember how we wrote letters in the […]
I have spent half of my life with a book in my hand. In my childhood, I passionately followed colourful characters like Huckleberry Finn, Phillies Fog and couldn’t get enough of Moomin Family adventures. I loved and still very much like to reread everything from J.F.Cooper and Mark Twain to Jack London and Rudyard Kipling. […]