We decided to take a stroll through Oxford before meeting up with our students for an official tour of the city. It was a little chilly, so when we stumble upon Paul, the aroma of coffee drew us in. It was a nice little treat to start our day. Oxford has a definite college town … More Oxford
When you have friends who are writers in the location you are visiting, it’s hard to not think of ways to see them when you are traveling with writing students. Even more so when they offer to feed you at their Cheese Shed, part of the Award Winning Nettlebed Creamery in Oxfordshire. THE best toastie … More The Cheese Shed
Anyone that knows Ira knows that he loves planning travel things, especially places to eat. When I told him I want to check out the aquarium in Plymouth, he immediately started looking up what else was there to see and do. I’m not sure if it was something he wanted to do, but I know … More Afternoon Tea in Plymouth
Impromptu trips to nearby locations is so easy. Just about everything is a short train ride away. We weren’t quite sure what to expect from Plymouth, but we knew there was an aquarium and a lighthouse so that was good enough for us to check it out. Plymouth is about an hour ride from Exeter. … More Plymouth
What is it about castles that are just so magical? Too many fairytales? Whatever it is, I want to see all of them. Much like the temples in Thailand, castles are very unique with each having details unlike another. Some are plain and practical, others are loud and ostentatious. We’ve seen some that are pristine … More Powderham Castle
Under the Bodhi Tree 