When Your Memory Goes, Forget It!
travel, spa, art and superfluous musings for the recently empty nested
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Numerous travel companies are presenting solo travel packages for next year. Strategise in advance and ensure that 2024 becomes an unparalleled year of travel adventures!
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Mudlarking on the Thames
For a unique spring adventure, try mud larking on the Thames. Once a survival trade, the practice of combing the riverbanks, especially at low tide, looking for lost artefacts or valuable items is now a beloved hobby and amateur archaeology.
The Museum of London Docklands presents Secrets of the Thames: Mudlarking London's Lost Treasures, featuring foreshore finds like a Tudor knitted hat, a medieval gold ring, and a Viking-era dagger. It will be on display from 4 April 2025 to March 2026. #LondonDocklandsMudlarking
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Vogue: Inventing the Runway is Lightroom’s new immersive exhibition that delves into the evolution of the fashion runway, from the exclusive couture salons of the early 20th century to today’s iconic pop-culture spectacles. Narrated by Cate Blanchett, the exhibition draws from Vogue’s unparalleled archives, offering an experience that unites the voices of fashion’s most influential figures. It closes on April 26th, 2025.
Travel is Fatal to Prejudice, Bigotry and Narrow Mindedness
-Mark Twain
Fearing the empty nest? Don't! Since my children have flown the coup, I have had time to refocus on my passions of travel, art, and writing. This little blog is a handy tool that helps me share what I have learned with others.
I grew up in the States, but have lived a large chunk of my adult life in the UK. I now split my time between London and South Africa as well as chasing the sun around the world.
When my nest emptied, I began to plan my trips according to my own schedule, indulging in going solo. Once one gets used to traveling solo, it can be a very freeing experience. I seek out interesting, informative and unique experiences, and proffer advice with my network of readers. I also have a lot of fun!
Spa retreats and personal growth travel are core to what I do. If there was a master's degree in the art of booking massages, I would be a scholarship student! I also plan to conquer Europe one city break at a time and with all that effort, I need as many beach holidays as possible.
So please enjoy reading my tales of travel. I hope you are encouraged to get on that plane and perhaps have a few giggles along the way.
-Beth
When my large young family lived in various international postings, I navigated foreign grocery stores for delicious ingredients. I mastered reading labels and cooking healthy, quick meals from local sources, and I became quite the foodie, even before 'foodie' was a word. Now as an empty-nester and devotee of food travel networks, I interpret those old recipes into smaller, even tastier versions.
Being an editor and food/wine travel columnist, I travel the world sampling indigenous recipes which I share on Old Bag on a Plane. I also love wine!
-Phyl
Now is an opportune moment to pause and contemplate living our best life while upholding economic and environmental responsibility. While I cherish jet-setting with loved ones, I recognise the value of mindful indulgence and responsible travel. I love being with my adult children and grandchildren, and I write about how we are able to travel together while respecting each other’s travel needs and varying budgets.
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I also explore maintaining my fitness during work and travel and share insights on promoting mental well-being through exercise and dietary choices.
-Marcia
