Spotting throngs of excited tourists jostling for position at the quayside, we half-expected to see an A-list celebrity pulling up in their million-pound yacht. But the cameras were primed to catch sight of a more important visitor in this part of the world – George, the loggerhead turtle. Kefalonia, the fourth largest Greek island, is [...]
I’ve always enjoyed reading Christopher Somerville’s numerous travel articles, usually about walking, in various national papers. Now, of course, he’s The Times’ walking correspondent. So when I heard about his latest book, I was keen to grab a copy. Walking the Bones of Britain is, as the cover details, a three billion-year journey from the [...]
Quorn’s aim is to tempt more people into eating vegetarian and vegan meals. To help achieve this, the Yorkshire-based company - founded in 1985 - has created an extensive range of delicious, healthy meat-free products. Taste, health and sustainability are at the heart of the company’s philosophy and here at Travellowdown we became converts years [...]
Cobblestones, bridges, palaces, parks and countless attractions, Prague will delight those seeking a city break immersed in old-fashioned charm. With its uniquely preserved historical centre - a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992 - this rich city oozes impressive architecture, breathtaking views and plenty of fabulous monuments waiting to be explored; and with flying time [...]
Whether we’re at home or self-catering somewhere in the UK, we at Travellowdown are always keen to try different forms of plant-based food. So when the chance to sample some products from THIS came along, we grabbed the opportunity. The company’s range of products is quite extensive, including THIS Isn’t Chicken Tenders, THIS Isn’t Chicken [...]
Any time of year is perfect for enjoying L.A Brewery’s many drinks but sipping the company’s Sparkling English Blush in the garden on a gentle summer’s evening is pure heaven. I should know, I’ve tried it! L.A Brewery offers sustainably brewed non-alcoholic drinks made using a natural fermentation process with innovative blends of tea, plants [...]
Moderate Becoming Good Later - Sea Kayaking the Shipping Forecast by Toby & Katie Carr is an exhilarating and deeply moving story of one man’s attempt to sea kayak the areas of the Shipping Forecast, which has charmed millions of listeners and helped generations of seafarers for decades. The book is full of so many emotions, including [...]
Overlooking the Bristol Channel near the coastal village of Porlock Weir is a delightful three and a half-acre garden brimming with beautiful flowers, rare plants and where you’ll always receive a warm welcome from the affable hosts. Greencombe, situated along the sheltered wooded slopes of Exmoor, is a north-facing garden surrounding a 1940s house built [...]
With summer upon us, relaxing with a refreshing white wine is, for many, the perfect way to end a busy day. For anyone who follows a plant-based diet, such as me, it’s even better to know the wine is suitable for vegans. I’m always keen to try different varieties so was intrigued when I heard [...]
I have a predilection for books about the Lake District so was intrigued when I heard about Tom Chesshyre’s new publication. I’ve enjoyed several of his previous titles so had high expectations of this offering, in which he charts his 379-mile trek around the Lakes, England’s largest national park and now a UNESCO World Heritage [...]
