We often hear bad press about Mexico which can cause some misconceptions and unfounded anxiety about visiting this vibrant country. Just like any country in the world,…… Read more “Mexico uncovered”
Category: Food and drink
Expectations and reality
As we adjust back to life in our home country of New Zealand after our year-long adventure, a couple of people have asked me how or if…… Read more “Expectations and reality”
Why? Spain!
Over the past few months as we have toured and lived in Spain, from time to time things happen or we observe things that make us shake…… Read more “Why? Spain!”
Off to jolly (c)old England
What should we do with 10 days between sits in the middle of winter? We’ve seen almost all of Spain so we decided to hop over to…… Read more “Off to jolly (c)old England”
We’ll be going round the mountain(s)
Another road trip beckoned with a week-long gap before our next housesit. This would be our final trip of the year and, with winter approaching, we decided…… Read more “We’ll be going round the mountain(s)”
Last gasp in the South of Spain
It was my birthday, and we were travelling back towards Sotogrande for a return sit with our friends Toots and Tiger Lily and their furry feline companions.…… Read more “Last gasp in the South of Spain”
Petsitting Pooches and Puppies
Once again (for the third time!) before arriving at our housesit, we were asked if we would mind if there was an extra pet to care for.…… Read more “Petsitting Pooches and Puppies”
Pilgrims, Picasso and Palaces
We had attempted to see the north of Spain once before but had to change plans with an opportunity for a housesit presenting itself, but now we…… Read more “Pilgrims, Picasso and Palaces”
Russian adventure in St Petersburg
I have to admit that this was the ultimate destination for our cruise – whenever else were we going to have the opportunity to visit Russia? We…… Read more “Russian adventure in St Petersburg”
Delightful surprises – unknown Spain
We continue to be delighted and surprised as we discover the “off the beaten track” Spain. On our way out of Portugal, we stopped for a night…… Read more “Delightful surprises – unknown Spain”
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