Mandy had always wanted to travel. In fact, she can’t remember a time when travelling wasn’t on her mind. Growing up in the picturesque Lake District, a highly sort after, idyllic location in the UK, her desire to leave may seem odd for some. After leaving school at 16, Mandy…
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Alaska has become one of the most popular destinations not only for US citizens but from foreign tourists, as well. Eight national parks, thousands of rivers, and an immense number of animals make this federal-state a pure gem of nature. Spending holidays in Alaska is an inspiring and relaxing adventure….
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We all know how wonderful New York City is. From its eateries and stores that never close to the amazing attractions that draw people from all over the world. But did you know that New York is home to some wonderful literary locations? You may be surprised at just how…
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I hope that you were one of 76% of American adults who read at least one book last year. As for me, I am not American but would have been one of 21% of those who read more than ten books in 2018. As you can imagine, I am a…
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Why would anyone want to set fire to a library? Surely, nothing can be gained by causing such damage? In The Library Book by Susan Orlean she tries desperately to uncover what happened to the Los Angeles Library back on the 29th April 1986, when a fire swept through the…
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Where the Crawdads Sing was a Reese Witherspoon top pick for her book club, Hello Sunshine, back in September 2018 and is still, at the time of writing this review, at the top of the New York Times Hardcover Fiction Best Sellers List so I almost have to question why it…
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Maple syrup and hockey plus lots and lots of snow may be what Canada is most famous for but there is much more to this expansive country than originally meets the eye. For a start, we can’t forget the Polar bears of Churchill, something I am determined to experience one…
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Holidays are meant to be a time where you can relax, unwind and enjoy yourself but what happens when it all goes wrong. No one wants to believe that they will be taken ill on holiday after all chances are you have saved all year for this break from the…
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I have never visited the United States so I am probably a naive white woman to the struggles faced by African-Americans. Yes, I watch the news; I hear about the oppression felt, the mistreatment by those in powerful roles, but I personally have never been witness to such treatment. I…
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It’s true to say that at one time, given a choice, seeking out amazing beaches to visit would have been at the top of my travel requirements. However, as with all things, with age comes change and now when looking for inspiration for our next trip I research extensively. I…
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