Travel

Cruising has become one of my favourite ways to explore the world, and this page brings together every sea and river journey I’ve taken, from calm European coastlines to long ocean crossings and unforgettable river voyages. Each trip is documented honestly, with real experiences, real challenges, and the small moments that make travelling by water so unique.

Travelling by ship creates its own rhythm: early mornings on deck, slow horizons drifting by, the routines of life at sea, and the occasional surprise that turns into a good story later. Here you’ll find a collection of my cruises over the years, including voyages on the Victoria Selina along the Yangtze, transatlantic crossings on the Queen Mary II, Mediterranean adventures on ships like the MSC Lirica, Costa Diadema, and Costa Toscana, and long‑haul journeys such as my Barcelona‑to‑Rio trip aboard the Costa Favolosa.

Each section includes day‑by‑day notes, honest impressions, and practical insights for anyone considering a similar cruise. Whether you’re here to plan your next voyage or simply enjoy following along, I hope these stories give you a clear, personal look at what cruising is really like, the good, the bad, and the unforgettable.

Travelling the world on escorted tours has given me some of the most memorable experiences of my life, and this section of my website brings all those journeys together in one place. From early‑morning starts and long scenic drives to unexpected moments, new friendships, and the thrill of seeing somewhere you’ve only ever dreamed about, these tours have shaped my adventures in ways I never expected.

Here you’ll find my personal stories, photos, and reflections from travelling through places like India, Japan, Peru, China, Australia, New Zealand and more. Each tour has its own rhythm and personality, and I’ve tried to capture not just the sights, but how it felt to be there, the humour, the challenges, the surprises, and the moments that stayed with me long after I returned home.

Whether you’re researching your next escorted tour, reminiscing about your own travels, or simply curious about what these journeys are really like, I hope you enjoy exploring this collection as much as I enjoyed living it.

Not every trip fits neatly into a category, and that’s exactly why this section exists. These are the holidays that don’t come with grand themes, epic itineraries or dramatic story arc,  just good old‑fashioned getaways that were worth remembering. Maybe the destination was new, maybe the company was great, or maybe something unexpected happened that deserved a place on the site. Whatever the reason, these are the trips that slipped between the cracks of the bigger adventures but still earned their spot in the collection.

Not every adventure needs a long‑haul flight or a three‑week itinerary. Some of the best stories come from quick escapes, the kind of trips where you’re barely unpacked before something goes wrong, someone gets lost, or the night takes a turn you couldn’t script. This section gathers those shorter journeys: birthday weekends that didn’t go to plan, local events that turn into endurance tests, and spontaneous outings that somehow become the most memorable chapters. They’re brief, they’re honest, and they prove that even a couple of days away can deliver a story worth telling.