I have wanted to go to Rome since I read Dan Brown's books. The way he described the places made them seem so real and alive. The...

Exploring Riga: Riga, the capital of Latvia, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. A self-guided...

Riga Cathedral, an iconic landmark in the heart of Latvia’s capital, stands as a testament to centuries of architectural change and...

With the beautiful weather during our trip to Riga in September 2024, we decided to take a bus ride to the seaside. Located on the...

Exploring Riga: Riga, the capital of Latvia, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. A self-guided...

Exploring Riga: Riga, the capital of Latvia, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. A self-guided...

The Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ in Riga, Latvia, is a prominent symbol of the city, known for its striking onion domes and rich...

We stumbled across this little beauty when we were doing the self guided walking tour of Riga that takes in the main sights of Riga. Our...

Riga's tallest church with breath-taking views across the city, new and old (as seen in my previous blog) . We are now going explore the...

When searching for things to do in Riga before my visit I found a few observation points in the city. From there, you get to see some...

I recently went on a mystery holiday for my sister's 50th birthday. We got Riga. Not somewhere I have ever considered before but OMG what...

Shibden Hall is a grade II listed historic house located in the picturesque Shibden Valley not far from Halifax Center. The hall dates...

Don't forget what's on your doorstep... Sunnyhurst Woods lies in an 85acre valley in Darwen, Lancashire, and is the perfect location for...

Another Place by Antony Gormley Now permanently installed on Crosby Beach at Liverpool, these statues are nicknamed "the Iron Men" by the...

Andy Scott is a Scottish figurative sculptor who specialises in galvanized steel and bronze. He graduated from Glasgow School of Art in...

Set into a slab on the stone is a portrait of Alfred Wainwright, atop of the Yellow Hills in Blackburn Lancashire. Why is it here you may...

Once restrictions were lifted slightly and we were allowed to travel and visit relatives in the garden, we went to see the mother-in-law...

I took on a walking challenge for May, where I had to walk 100 miles, all in aid of Breast Cancer Now. Due to the weather, the walks were...

Of course with the global epidemic that hit in 2020 and is continuing to plague us in 2021 we have no choice really but to explore our...

Corporation Park, Blackburn. Corporation Park is a traditional Victorian Park that opened in 1857. Is it one of the main formal Parks in...