This morning, I had to wake up at 4am to go up to a conference in Telford. Not only was it miserably early, it was cold and rainy. In late June. Ouch. I’d thought ahead and booked a first class ticket to make my morning somewhat easier. I’d never been first class on Virgin Trains, …
Month: June 2016
It has been a while since I let politics get me riled up. At least, riled up enough to post on the blog. Because I have readers from all over the world, I don’t typically think it appropriate to offer my opinion on politics, especially because my interests and views are often relegated to one …
This past weekend I went to Copenhagen for a wedding. It being my third time there (see my adventures around the city in the winter and later in the summer), so I didn’t really want to do any of the usual touristy stuff. (Besides shopping. Did some major damage at & Other Stories and Birkenstock.) In addition, …
When traveling, my strong preference has typically skewed toward Airbnbs, or boutique hotels. I’m also not a big resort person. While the idea of laying around a pool being served cocktails all day probably sounds appealing to anyone, me included, when I travel, I really like to experience the culture of where I am. Often, …
My final day in Bali I made a trip to the Uluwatu Temple. After time spent at the Anantara Uluwatu Resort, stepping back in to real life was made somewhat easier by this beautiful place. The Uluwatu Temple is situated at the very edge of a massive cliff. It basically feels like you’re a out on …
I hadn’t anticipated stopping in Seminyak; I’d read that it was overrun with Australian tourists and was overly touristy. However, after a week in Ubud, I decided that a beach town was just what I needed. I loved laid back Sanur, but looked forward to contrasting my experiences there with the trendier shores of Seminyak. It was …
Seminyak was a late addition to my Bali trip plans. After a stay in the relative seclusion of a Ubud rice paddy, arriving in Petitenget was a wake up call. Dash is nestled amongst boutiques, restaurants and several very popular resorts (the Alila and the W are just a short walk away). Located right across …
During my yoga retreat at Blooming Lotus, I had time to explore Ubud city center and the surrounding area. Initially, I thought I’d end up staying in Ubud for much longer than I actually did. I thought, of all the places I could venture in Bali, I’d like it the best. After the relaxing, laid back beaches of …
I recently attended a yoga retreat hosted at Villa Ubud Corner 88. Located at the edge of a river in a remote corner of Ubud, down a road that seems it should be condemned as its in such bad condition, this collection of villas a little slice of paradise. Located on a hill, Villa Ubud Corner …
I’ve always wanted to go to a yoga retreat. Unfortunately, most are extortionately expense. I was lucky enough to find Blooming Lotus in Ubud, which is very reasonably priced and had amazing reviews. Literally, all five star reviews on TripAdvisor. I signed up for the four day retreat- they also run seven and 11 day …