From the collective of villages now considered a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Monterosso Al Mare is the largest village in the Cinque Terre, and boasts over its neighbours, beautiful reefs, sandy beaches with crystal clear waters. The village is separated into two halves by the old tower of Aurora. Fegina, thrives on tourism andContinue reading “Monterosso Al Mare, The Cinque Terre”
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Cote d’Azur – Cannes
Day in Cannes by train for a change of scene. Its only about 5 euros and takes about 40 minutes relaxing at the views of the coast. Not much planned except have a wander and take in the vibe The splendid La Croisette promenade. The perfect platform for watching the world. walk from end ofContinue reading “Cote d’Azur – Cannes”
Corfu in Technicolour
This years summer escape was Corfu in the Greek Ionian islands. These islands lie off Greece’s western coast and the North of the Island is closer to Albania than mainland Greece. 9 years ago we took a few months touring the Cyclades with our one year old daughter, a buggy and two backpacks but this trip wasContinue reading “Corfu in Technicolour”
Hopeman Bay, Moray
Easter 2017 started with a trip to Hopeman to pick up a VW camper from Moray Firth Campers to head off to do a bit of the NC500. I never need an excuse to visit this beach as its one of my favourites on the Moray Firth Coast. These beautifully decorated beach huts are oneContinue reading “Hopeman Bay, Moray”
Mellon Udrigle, Wester Ross
Mellon Udrigle So far, my favourite beach in this corner of the earth. Crystal clear water and sparking white sand. Astounding views across the Minch to Coigach, the Summer Isles and Assynt. In some ways I am glad we have the climate we do in Scotland otherwise these beaches would be packed and over-run with touristsContinue reading “Mellon Udrigle, Wester Ross”
Sunsets over Sands at Gairloch
I have never been much of a happy camper. I like my comforts too much. Caravanning and sleeping in the back of a van on a futon is about as low as I go. I was mentally scarred by a trip to the lake district in a meagre excuse for a tent which has meantContinue reading “Sunsets over Sands at Gairloch”
North Red Point Beach, Wester Ross
I always draw great inspiration from the sea, something about the coast soothe my soul. This beach reminds me of Balmedie beach in Aberdeenshire. After parking in the small car park, its a stroll over the dunes which opens up to the sweeping vista of pebble dotted red sand. I have an immense sense of wonderContinue reading “North Red Point Beach, Wester Ross”
Little Gruinard Beach Wester Ross
The spectacular Sail Mhor (767m) and Sgurr Fiona 1060m (An Teallach) on route to Gruinard Bay. Today I am bagging Monroes through my camera only! I love a beach and this is a belter. Glorious pink sand as far as the eye can see. These steps are welcoming me down. Gruinard Island opposite the bay where scientistsContinue reading “Little Gruinard Beach Wester Ross”
