Category: United Kingdom

  • Exploring Hastings: Coastal Charm and a Journey Through History

    Aug 12-17 This stop was a lovely place we both enjoyed. The town shows its wear but also its charm. We found the people very friendly and engaging. The place is famous, of course, for William the Conqueror coming ashore here in 1066 to confront King Harold at the “Battle of Hastings”. The battlefield is…

  • A Week in Richmond, UK

    Aug 5-12 Around Richmond Bike along the Thames to Hampton Court Palace Kew Gardens Meeting Friends Theatre Day in London Back to London for an afternoon with the Sonne’s On to Hastings from London Waterloo

  • A Weekend Adventure in Historic York

    Aug 2-5 Our weekend in York was brief but memorable. We managed to catch the highlights, though there’s so much more to see and experience. Shambles – 14th-century landmark road City Walls Bike Ride from York to Beningbrough Hall Next stop London Kings Cross

  • Exploring Scotland: A 4-Day Journey

    July 29-Aug 2 We began the journey by taking the train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Edinburgh. Our four days in Scotland barely scratched the surface of its many wonders. We explored Edinburgh’s major sights, savored the vibrant pubs of Glasgow, and embarked on an all-day tour of the breathtaking Highlands. After over 20…

  • Liverpool – You’ll Never Walk Alone

    July 24-29 In Liverpool, we had the opportunity to reunite with friends we’d met during our travels. We explored iconic sites like The Beatles’ landmarks and enjoyed the company of the Sonne brothers (Peter and Andrew), whom we first encountered in Carcassonne, France back in 2019. They graciously showed us around on our first night. …