DAY THREE
We started the day by leaving the hotel by 10.30 which wasn’t too bad but I feel everyone is feeling a bit tired. We travelled to a place called Sirmoione which is on the southern peninsula of Lake Garda. I thought it was very reminiscent of the Lanes in Brighton. Most of the shops are expensive but there are also some beautiful things to buy. We went through a few towns such as Peschiera, which has canals going all around the town. Lazise where there are a lot of campsites. Olives and grapes seem to be the main crops that…
View PostDAY TWO
We had an early start, with us not so bubbly this morning with most of the coach having a little nap. Going through Switzerland woke everyone up with the oooooo’s and aaarrrrr’s over the scenery. The picture book image you have of this country is just as it is, absolutely beautiful. We learnt a few bits of information from our trusty Clive, he is one of the best drivers I have encountered on coach trips. Every 18 year old does military duty for two years and then they get to keep their rifle, which must be locked away safe in…
View PostITALY DAY ONE
I am so excited to be starting our trip, everyone convened at the services 24 in Hythe at 8.20. I did feel sorry for some people as they had been travelling down to Folkestone since midnight. We then started our journey onto to Dover and the ferry. We had a bit of luck due to our welsh driver Clive and got on an earlier ferry at 10.35 and we got tickets for a free breakfast and coffee. This was very much needed as didn’t have time for tea before I left. Heading off the ferry at Calais we started on…
View PostTHE GHOST OF SEAGULL COTTAGE BY ANNE ALLEN – BOOK REVIEW
Published by Sarnia Press on 14th May 2024 I love Anne’s stories always looking forward to the next one that she very kindly sends me to read for a review. Anne Allen was born in Rugby to a Welsh father and an English mother. As a result, she spent many summers with her Welsh grandparents in Anglesey and learned to love the sea. Now she is based in Devon to be near her daughter and two small grandchildren. Her restless spirit has meant many moves, the longest stay being in Guernsey for nearly fourteen years after falling in love with…
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