Before we left Southampton Quay, we explored and then we were off the find the Bembridge Windmill. There is so much history around the old City Docks, I did not get much just to experience it all. Before we were on our way to the Isle Of Wight. This is the first container ship I have seen in the flesh…
HAMPSHIRE, SOUTHAMPTON, ENNIOS BOUTIQUE HOTEL
I luckily found a gorgeous boutique hotel call Ennios. With a planned visit to the Isle Of Wight, a night stay was needed close to the ferry terminal. In a Victorian warehouse building on the waterfront, this upscale hotel and restaurant is steps from the ferry port and a 3-minute walk from Mayflower Park. The 10 contemporary rooms have en suite bathrooms,…
We walked down parkway in Camden Town looking for a spot of lunch. There are lots of different restaurants and we took a chance on Cote Brasserie. We seemed to arrive at just the right time 12.30pm. It was pretty empty and we seated straight away. We ordered for starters; Pissaladiere with Anchovies, Prawn Gratinee and Crab Mayonnaise. And for…
So I was looking through my London posts and realised that I that not seen or done much in North London. One of my friends live in Kentish Town, so we decided to explore a bit. I was met at Camden Town station, which was a bit manic, but then it was a Saturday ! Before we left the market…
This year I promised myself no more flower shows I have previously done Chelsea Flower Show and Hampton Court Palace, more than once. But I am planning to visit various gardens, as I like getting ideas. I had read in the local news that Cressing Temple Barns had recently opened a Tiptree Tea Room. So my mum and I went…
THE NETHERLANDS, LISSLE, KEUKENHOF
Keukenhof also known as the Garden of Europe, is one of the world's largest flower gardens, situated in Lisse, South Holland, Netherlands. The park is so beautiful. According to the official website for the Keukenhof Park, approximately 7 million flower bulbs are planted annually in the park, which covers an area of 32 hectares (79 acres). Keukenhof is open annually…