The garlic farm is a must for all garlic fans visiting the Isle of Wight! Free to visit, you can wander the farm, try out different varieties in the tasting room, grab yourself some garlicky goodness at the shop or restaurant (garlic icecream, I kid you not), learn about growing and history in the education centre, or even take a tractor tour or stay at one…
I have a great love for botanical gardens and Ventnor's offering did not disappoint, managing to find a balance between ease of navigation and information while retaining a natural feel. The fernery was a particular favourite of mine, with the large fig tree coming in a close second. To visit, park in the on-site car park (50°35'23.3"N 1°13'38.3"W). The nearest railway station is Shanklin, from here…
Neighbouring brewers, Rosemary Vineyard is the bigger of the two but Sharon Orchard is definitely worth a visit while there. Rosemary Vineyard is one of the largest producers of English wine and does a few liquors/spirits too. It is available throughout the year to wander around (with audio guided tours and displays) and see the different equipment that they use for the winemaking process, after which…
Boscastle is a pretty little town on the Cornish coast. The museum of witchcraft and magic houses the world’s largest collection of witchcraft-related artefacts and regalia. An absolutely fascinating place. Entry Price (at time of visit): Adults (16-59) £5.00, Kids (6-15) £4.00, Concessions £4.00, Under 5s: £Free. The Museum is located by The Harbour in Boscastle, Cornwall. The Museum is a 5-minute walk from the (paid) village car…
If you’re looking for an underground adventure suitable for the untrained, Go Below ticks all the right boxes. We opted for the highest difficulty level with the Xtreme Challenge. Abseils, ziplines, catwalks, ledges, traverses, ladders, and an assisted freefall, plus some steep scrambling. All members of the group (aged 20s to 30s) completed all parts of the challenge with each individual finding a different aspect challenging depending on their…
It was a grey, rainy day when I visited the market, but the brightly-coloured foods still gave it a bright atmosphere. Afterwards, as the sun set, I took a boat downriver to see the fireflies that congregate there. This spectacle is incredibly difficult to capture in a still photo so I've found a video on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NznIWU5rLMs On return to the market, the kings birthday celebration…
This market that sells mostly food is set up along a railroad track. When the train comes though, the stalls are folded up and everything is moved out of the way. Once the train passes by, they set everything back up. The market is located right by the Maeklong Railway station, in the town of Samut Songkhram, just a few kilometres away from Amphawa Floating Market. Here's a…
Wat Pho is the only temple in use within a city that I went inside during my trip to Thailand. I'm not sure what drew me in, but I'm glad I went. While I was there I was able to watch a ceremony. I'm not sure what it was for but here is a little info about the type of ceremony.White string is often used in…
If you ever need to go to Pattaya, then the fireworks festival is the time to do it. We had to pass through here so my travelling companion could take care of some business, and boy was I glad the firework festival was on. I couldn't imagine visiting this place for its own merits. Although to be fair, we did stay in the red-light district as…
Due to lack of time to research, my animal encounters brought up some very mixed feelings. While by the Khwae bridge, I got to play with some leopard kittens while my friend took care of some business with their carer. While holding a baby leopard is a wonderful feeling, I couldn't help but feel worried about them stuck in a pen throughout the heat of the…
From Somnuk Elephant Camp it's also possible to take a motorboat upriver to then do rafting down the river.
The Cheddar Gorge Caves (aka Goughs Cave) are somehow smaller than I expected, making them great for those with kids or seeking a short wander. It was high-season when we went so there were a lot of people around, increasing the touristic feel, but it was still worth the visit. The town itself is very touristy, but in a cute way. The cafes are quaint, the…