If the port of Olden is on your Norwegian Fjords cruise itinerary, you simply must make time to scale the heights of Mount Hoven (even if your mobility is limited)! Let's explore what it is, how to get there and why it is an absolute must-do excursion! What Is Loen Skylift? Exactly what it says… Continue reading Visiting Loen Skylift (from Olden)
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The Old Sail Shed is a perfect base for the family that loves coastal adventures. Both the accommodation and the local area have everything you need for a Great British seaside holiday. Location Situated on the North Norfolk coast, right in the centre of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blakeney is the ideal place… Continue reading Staying at The Old Sail Shed, Blakeney, Norfolk
A perfectly pre-historic day out in Norfolk - here is what to expect from a visit to this family favourite attraction! First time face-to-face with a triceratops! If you need a place with an abundance of space to run around and plenty of play equipment, Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure Park is the place to go! There… Continue reading Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure Park
Planning on visiting North Norfolk? We'll share with you our experience of where to go and what to expect from some of the best beaches in the UK. Please note, this list is in no particular order and contains no affiliate links. Everything in this article is based on personal experience alone and is for… Continue reading The 8 Best Beaches in North Norfolk
It's Pancake Day (AKA Shrove Tuesday), so let's explore Our Whimsical World of pancakes! What is Pancake Day, and who celebrates it? Shrove Tuesday is a Christian tradition marking the eve of lent. On this day, before beginning 40 days of fasting, Christians would use up all of their eggs, milk and butter (amongst other… Continue reading Pancakes Of The World
Discover what there is to see and do in Olden as a Norwegian Fjords cruise passenger. From hiking and sightseeing, to pre-booking excursions from the port of Olden, we'll explore what you can do with a day in this picturesque village in the heart of the Nordfjord. Let us start by saying we LOVE cruising… Continue reading A Day in Olden: Tourist Guide
Every little farmer's dream come true - a great day out for toddlers and kids, close to the Norfolk Broads! There is a lot to discover at Wroxham Barns, so let's explore each area one at a time... All-weather animal interaction at the Junior Farm - what's not to love?! Junior Farm The main draw… Continue reading A Perfect Day at Wroxham Barns
The ultimate tourist guide on what to see & do when visiting San Francisco, California for just 24 hours. We visited San Francisco during our 3-week coach tour through the 'Golden West', and our itinerary included a whole day of free time in the city. Of course you can't see everything in just one day,… Continue reading One Day In San Francisco
Sometimes a weekend away is just what you need, but when time is of the essence, you need to know how to make every minute count! Here are our 5 top tips for getting the most out of your next city break. 1 - Book Ahead In my experience, you can save so much time… Continue reading Maximise Your Mini Break!
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