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Romantic sights in Rome Italy - photo Zoe Dawes
Culture, Europe, Holiday

REVEALED: the most romantic locations in Rome

February 13, 2014 by Guest Author 5 Comments
When it comes to the most romantic cities in the world, perhaps only Paris can compete with the image that Rome carries in the hearts of lovers all over the globe.  Choosing hotels in Rome is not easy thing to do when there is so much to do and see...
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History, Top Tips, UK

Brief guide to accessible National Trust sites in England

December 18, 2013 by Guest Author 3 Comments
Britain is home to many historic buildings, gardens, coastlines, forests and villages. The National Trust works hard to preserve these places and spaces, allowing the public to enjoy them in all their glory. The vast majority of National Trust sites have some form of wheelchair access, and with this in...
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Culture, Festival, UK

The festive sparkle of Manchester Christmas Market

December 16, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 7 Comments
“Oh Mummy, PLEASE can we get that baby Jesus scene – it’s so nice.”  The little girl, wrapped up in a bright blue duffle coat, gazes longingly at a Nativity Scene carved from wood.  Mary and Joseph stand beneath a couple of palm trees on either side of tiny crib,...
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Man and horse at ruins of Miletus Turkey - photo Zoe Dawes
Blog trip, Cruise, History

Finding peace and quiet at ancient Miletus in Turkey

November 11, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 14 Comments
The contrast couldn’t be greater. We’d come from the crowded splendour of Ephesus, one of the world’s most visited sites, to the remote tranquillity of Miletus on the Turkish coast.  There, hordes of tourists jostling each other to get the best shot of the elegant Library of Celsus, here a...
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Maiden Tower on Bosphorus Istanbul Turkey - photo Zoe Dawes
Cruise, Culture, Top Tips

Top 3 historic sights you must see in Istanbul, Turkey

November 1, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 24 Comments
Watching the sun rise across the Bosphorus illuminating three of the best-known sites in Istanbul– the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (aka The Blue Mosque), Hagia Sophia (or Ayia Sofia) and Topkapi Palace was a joy. Pink and turquoise light bounced off the quaint little Maiden Tower as ferries, fishing boats and yachts...
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Accommodation, Culture, Europe

Celebrate the joy of a ‘Roman Holiday’

October 26, 2013 by Guest Author 4 Comments
When you think of elegant Audrey Hepburn and ruggedly good looking Gregory Peck, the film Roman Holiday will instantly come to mind. For many film buffs this classic film acted as their first introduction to the Eternal City and as the 60th anniversary of the cinematic triumph was celebrated this September,...
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‘Days of Ukraine’ comes to the London

October 17, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 4 Comments
Musician Oleg Skrypka and artist Anatoliy Kryvolap at Days of Ukraine launch in Kiev Having attended the ‘Days of Ukraine‘ press launch in Kiev, it’s very exciting to know that the festival starts today in London, showcasing the very best of Ukrainian culture including fashion, music, art and literature.  This intriguing country is...
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  • 7 soulful places to visit around Morecambe Bay #followpye #lancashire #cumbria
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Exploring the world in Mind, Body and Spirit one photo at a time 🌎 I LOVE #travel #culture #food 💚 All photos iPhone 📱Also @thequirkycoach

Took this photo on a walk near my house out toward Took this photo on a walk near my house out towards Morecambe Bay past Warton Stock Car Track. There are many birds to be seen beside the River Keer and the Bay including sandpipers, curlews and oyster catchers 👍

#lancashire #dailyexercise #lockdownlife #wildbirds #birdwatching
Magical afternoon walking from Dallam Tower throug Magical afternoon walking from Dallam Tower through the deer park, beside River Bela, through woods, across fields and out to the shore near Sandside. Great views across the the #LakeDistrict mountains covered in snow. Love this part of south Cumbria 🥾🤗🥾

#dailyexercise #followpye #outdoors #walking #mindbodyspirit
This magnificent Yew Tree has been growing in the This magnificent Yew Tree has been growing in the woods on Warton Crag in north #Lancashire for hundreds of years. It’s surrounded by bright green moss-covered stones that look like sleeping gnomes ... Walked up here this week along muddy paths above flooded fields on the one sunny afternoon we’ve had recently. I love the feeling of ageless calm that permeates our ancient woodlands ...

#woodlandwalk #ancienttrees #woodlandphotography #mindbodyspirit
From today’s #dailywalk at Half Moon Bay in Heys From today’s #dailywalk at Half Moon Bay in Heysham overlooking #Morecambe Bay 🤗 This sculpture is called ‘The Ship’ by artist Anna Gillespie @annagillespiesculpture 👍 It was commissioned by @mb_partnership and ‘celebrates Morecambe Bay's landscape and maritime heritage, and reflects the importance of seaborne trade in bringing news, innovation and shaping the character of the area.

‘Symbolically positioned on the boundary between land and sea, benefitting from dramatic backdrops of the tides, horizon and stunning coastal sunsets, the outline of a ship's hull is mounted with two opposing figures at each end, one facing 'the new' of Heysham Nuclear Power Station and the other facing 'the old' of the ancient monument of St Patrick's Chapel.’ 

I love its powerful symmetry and stark beauty.  I sat on the stone bench between the figures and gazed out towards the Lake District fells. It was peaceful, reassuring and somehow gave a sense of hope amidst all the grim news ❤️

#morecambebay #lancashirelife #lancashirecoast #mindbodyspirit
With the majority of us stuck in our homes, unable With the majority of us stuck in our homes, unable to go on holiday, we’re indulging in more armchair #travel. We’re also realising the importance of travel experiences in Mind, Body AND Spirit 🤗 Canada is a glorious country that has a strong spiritual vibe - here are some of my favourite experiences from some of my trips with @explorecanada over past few years >>> https://www.thequirkytraveller.com/canada-mind-body-spirit-experiences/ 🇨🇦🐻🍁🙏🏻

#explorecanada #mindbodyspirit #sp #forglowinghearts ❤️🇨🇦❤️
Took this photo on recent walk along #Morecambe Pr Took this photo on recent walk along #Morecambe Prom. The Sailing Club @morecambe_sailing_club Race Office looked very fine with a great view overlooking #MorecambeBay and the Lake District fells 🤗

#morecambepromenade #lancashire #lancashirewalks #dailyexercise #sailing #yachtclub
Big shout-out to Anne, Joanne and Service Team at Big shout-out to Anne, Joanne and Service Team at @pyeford (Morecambe) for bringing my car battery back to life! It’s very common problem at the moment. I called #FordAssist who sent #AA Jake who gave battery big charge so I could drive it to #Morecambe. They tested it and put it on boost charge for a while. I’d not been driving enough in #lockdown 🙄 so they suggested regular running engine on drive just to keep battery going. Very impressed with social-distancing & #covid19 protectionism the Showroom👍 

Proud to be Ambassador for this Ford UK dealership 🤗 l love my Quirkymobile! 
#followpye #sp #morecambe #lancashire #lockdownlife #staysafe
Recently took a short drive from my house for a wa Recently took a short drive from my house for a walk at Caton Moor Wind Farm - spectacular views across Morecambe Bay, the Lake District fells and Yorkshire moors. With new #Covid19 restrictions in place I’m very lucky having a plethora (love that word!!!) of lovely places to exercise locally. So important to get outdoors for mental and emotional #wellbeing as well as physical exercise 🥾❄️🤗

(The Quirkymobile is coping VERY well in this winter cold!) 

#lancashire #walkforlife #mindbodyspirit #followpye #winterwalks #dailyexercise #walkformentalhealth
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