The Indian Pacific Train across the Nullarbor, Australia (December 2018)

By zara On January 23, 2019

One of the great train journeys of the world, the Indian Pacific links those two oceans between Sydney in New South Wales and Perth in Western Australia. We joined it in Adelaide for the famous crossing of the Nullarbor desert.

That California Trip: Route 66, California, USA (December 2018)

By zara On January 13, 2019

The Mojave Desert in California was considered the toughest stretch of Route 66, and the last to to be paved. We continue our explorations from Amboy to Los Angeles.

Two of the Best Museums in Los Angeles, California, USA (December 2018)

By zara On January 7, 2019

Los Angeles has some world class museums, including the famous Getty collection and the lesser known, but no less spectacular, Norton Simon.

The Mojave National Preserve, California, USA (December 2018)

By zara On January 2, 2019

A big piece of the Mojave desert lies in eastern California and it is a good stop en route to Las Vegas, as well as a super destination in its own right.

Shopping and Loathing in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (December 2018)

By zara On December 27, 2018

Las Vegas: love it or hate it, it does have something for everyone, plus one of the world’s coolest fountains.

Joshua Tree National Park, California, USA (December 2018)

By zara On December 23, 2018

Joshua Tree National Park is an easy 3 hour drive east of Los Angeles, California. With its unique trees and beautiful boulder strewn landscape, it provides a stunning desert experience.

Jura – A Most Un-get-at-able Place. Southern Hebrides, Scotland, UK (November 2018)

By zara On December 19, 2018

Jura lies in the Southern Hebrides of Scotland, just above Islay. A wild remote place with only 200 inhabitants, 6000 deer and one road, it has a captivating beauty.

Islay, Southern Hebrides, Scotland (November 2018)

By zara On December 13, 2018

Islay lies in the Southern Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland. Though justly famous for its peaty whiskies, visitors will also love the stunning coastal scenery, diverse wildlife and the local ingredients that make Scottish cuisine so fresh.

Whisky A Go-Go on Islay, Southern Hebrides, Scotland (November 2018)

By zara On December 10, 2018

Islay in the Southern Hebrides of Scotland is justly famous for its whisky. Could we visit all 8 distilleries in a week?

Roy’s Cafe on Route 66, California, USA (December 2018)

By zara On December 5, 2018

Route 66 was once known as the Mother Road of America, a 1920’s migration route stretching 2,400 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles. 320 miles ran through California and today the best preserved section lies in the Mojave Desert east of Barstow.

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