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Peter Cole

Hi, I'm Peter, and you'll usually find me hiding behind the camera whilst her ladyship steals the limelight. I have a bit of a thing for wildlife and the great outdoors, and used to be an adventure activity instructor here in the Lake District. These days I concentrate on the blog photography and gear reviews, and generally leave the trip organisation to Heather. As long as it involves orangutans and steers clear of raw fish dishes then I'm happy. I once got my head stuck through the railings of Buckingham Palace and have vowed never to ride a camel again.

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Conversations, England, UK

PremiAir – Manchester’s Luxury Airport Lounge

I like cake and I like carrots (I have fond childhood memories of eating freshly dug up carrots from dad’s veggie patch) yet put…

Aerial view of banana shaped beach with rainforest to the left and ocean to the right
Sao Tome & Principe

What they don’t tell you about São Tomé and Príncipe

We chose São Tomé and Príncipe (STP) as a destination purely by flicking through the pages of the ‘Lonely Planet Guide to the World’…

Conversations, Tenerife

Is travel insurance worth it?

Travel insurance. One of those ‘must haves’ that you pay for hoping that you’ll never have to actually use it. You trawl through the…

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Gear & Giveaways, Guatemala

Travel Co-ordinates Bracelets – Giveaway with Life Less Ordinary

It’s been a little while since we’ve done a giveaway, so to celebrate our six year blogging anniversary, we’re delighted to be partnering with…

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England, Rural Luxe

Lake District Glamping – hot tubs, pods & yurts

Glamping in the Lake District is one of life’s greatest pleasures. You get to enjoy the great outdoors, live a rural lifestyle and explore…

Sao Tome & Principe

São Tomé and Príncipe Holiday – things to do, where to stay

We’re about to head off on a São Tomé and Príncipe holiday, an adventure to tropical islands off the coast of west Africa, visited…

Hiking the Pico Viejo route 12 trail on Mount Teide in Tenerife
Conversations, Tenerife

Tenerife didn’t steal our hearts, just our passports!

“They’re gone!” Two simple words, said in a fraction of a second. Two words that caused me so much pain. Okay, possibly not the…

Tipping in Morocco
Morocco

Tipping in Morocco – how much to tip who, and when

Tipping in Morocco is a headache, as it is all over the world for those of us who don’t come from a tipping culture….

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Morocco

Marrakech souks: Top Tips for Navigating Your Way Around

Marrakech. A heaving, bustling, vibrant city where the honeycomb alleys of the old walled medina have changed little since the 11th century. We didn’t…

Scams in Marrakech - how to avoid them
Morocco

Top 10 Scams in Marrakech, and how to avoid them

Wherever you go on holiday, there will always be someone willing to scam you. Whether it’s traffic officers in South Africa trying to fine…

Columbia clothing review - Mens Alpine Traverse Jacket
Gear & Giveaways

A Summer Columbia Sportswear review and giveaway

We think it’s safe to say that the typically short British summer has finally arrived. For a change the Lake District (have we mentioned…

Vrsic Pass drive, Triglav National Park, Slovenia
Conversations

Top tips for planning a road trip

One of our most precious commodities when travelling is our independence. Readers of Conversant Traveller will know that Heather doesn’t like being told what…

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We left Northumberland and headed home through the We left Northumberland and headed home through the Scottish Borders, stopping at St. Abbs because I'd read that it was the place to go to see puffins. I love puffins. If I'd have done my homework better I'd have realised that many years ago this was the case, but today it's all about gulls, guillemots, and razorbills, with rarely a puffin in sight. So we explored the tiny fishing village instead, which is known as one of the prettiest in Scotland. Whilst St Abbs didn't quite have the charm of southern English fishing coves, it made for a fun little interlude on a long journey. Next time we'll stay for longer and do the headland walk which meanders along the top of the sea cliffs past the nesting birds. We'll just have to go elsewhere for our puffin fix. #stabbshead #stabbsharbour #scotland #visitscotland #lovescotland #fishingboat #fishingvillage #scotlandtravel #scotlandexplore #instatravel #beautifulplaces #cutevillages
We didn't visit Lindisfarne Island this trip as we We didn't visit Lindisfarne Island this trip as we've been before and the tide times were wrong (you have to drive across the causeway to reach it!). But we do just want to mention that if you visit, as well as seeing the castle and the abbey, make sure you head to the small fishing bay and check out these mega cool upturned boats that have been converted into sheds. Hubbie's man cave of dreams! #lindisfarne #lindisfarneisland #holyisland #boatsheds #northumberland #northumberlandcoast #lovenorthumberand #visitnorthumberland #bestintravel #natgeoyourshot #instatravel #beautifulworld #beautifulplaces #ukbeaches #northumberlandtravel #england #visitengland #englishcountryside #bestplacetogo
Our favourite Northumberland castle isn't Bamburgh Our favourite Northumberland castle isn't Bamburgh, or even Alnwick. Nope, it's the weather-beaten crumbling remains of Dunstanburgh Castle, just a short walk along the coast from the fishing village of Craster (which is famed for its kippers!). The rugged setting and sweeping sea views just give it the edge over the other contenders. You can see sea birds nesting on the cliffs, and it's a great place for a picnic too. #dunstanburghcastle #dunstanburghbeach #northumberland #northumberlandcoast #lovenorthumberand #visitnorthumberland #bestintravel #natgeoyourshot #instatravel #beautifulworld #beautifulplaces #ukbeaches #northumberlandtravel #england #visitengland #englishcountryside #bestplacetogo #englishcastles #castlesoftheworld #castles
No visit to Northumberland is complete without a v No visit to Northumberland is complete without a visit to Bamburgh Castle, and the Indiana Jones crew agree since they've been filming there this month! It's been featured many times on the big screen, but for us it's the beach views that make it stand out. #bamburghcastle #bamburgh #northumberland #northumberlandcoast #lovenorthumberand #visitnorthumberland #bestintravel #natgeoyourshot #instatravel #beautifulworld #beautifulplaces #ukbeaches #northumberlandtravel #england #visitengland #englishcountryside #bestplacetogo #englishcastles #castlesoftheworld #castles
Our evenings at @thecookiejaralnwick begin with dr Our evenings at @thecookiejaralnwick begin with drinks in the residents lounge, and a few nibbles while we peruse the menu. I'm working my way through the gin list, and Hubbie is on the local ales. Not a bad way to chill out after a day of exploring! #cookiejaralnwick #cookiejar #alnwick #alnwickhotel #luxetravel #stayhere #luxurytravel #luxuryuktravel #boutiquehotel #quirkyhotels #uniquestaysuk #amazingspaces #romanticbreak #holidayinspiration #northumberland #visitnorthumberland #lovenorthumberland #hotel #stayinachurch #hotel
Founded in 1240 by the 'Whitefriars', the remains Founded in 1240 by the 'Whitefriars', the remains of Hulne Priory can still be seen in the heart of Hulne Park. Standing proudly on top of a small hill overlooking the estate, the priory was one of the first Carmelite houses established in Britain. 24 friars used to live here, and you can see their statues as you walk around the complex. Those of us old enough may recognise it as Maid Marian's home in the Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves film! #hulnepark #hulnepriory #hulneabbey #hulneparkalnwick #alnwick #northumberland #lovenorthumberand #visitnorthumberland #bestintravel #natgeoyourshot #instatravel #beautifulworld #beautifulplaces #northumberlandtravel #england #visitengland #englishcountryside #bestplacetogo #lovealnwick #estatepark #alnwickwalks #northumberlandwalks
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