Our Cuppa
The UK is just our cup of tea. Not that we really drink tea, but, when in Rome…er London. We’ve been going there regularly for over fifteen years now. It feels like a home away from home. As full time travelers, it is a place to not only reset our Schengen Visa clock, but it is a place to refresh and recharge. But we’re still learning every time we visit. Here are a few things we’ve learned and that you might not know.
London For History Nerds Like Us
What I love the most about London is that it is a city of juxtaposition. Towering skyscrapers next to a 1000 year old castle. Roman walls and traffic jams. Narrow streets with names like Poultry Ave, Pudding Lane, Crutched Friars, and Ironmonger Lane, in a city with some of the most expensive real estate in the world. You can buy a $130M yacht at Harrods, or drink a pint at a tavern that was rebuilt in 1666 after the Great Fire. While I love all the modern aspects of this city, my history loving heart skips a beat just thinking of all there is to see in London.
Two Weeks Based in Scotland
This was our third time visiting Scotland, and we still haven’t been to Loch Ness or spent time in Glasgow! There really is something for everyone, from cities to golf to whisky to hiking. We think it suits best as a vacation spot, and we’d recommend at least 10-14 days with a car to experience it all. Will we be back as nomads? Probably not, but we’d say it is a can’t miss vacation destination for anyone who likes adventure!
One Month in Hebden Bridge
Just wrapped up a magical month in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire — and what a gem it turned out to be! From canal-side walks and historic textile mills to thriving markets, cozy pubs, and stunning hikes in every direction, this artsy village stole our hearts.