Pat Hindley, Author at TRAVEL COCKTAIL

Japan: 10 top tips for a perfect trip

Despite the language barrier it’s very possible to travel around Japan independently. But it’s a big place with an extensive[…]

Standard Deviation is one of those rare books that is filled with light-hearted humour, but is also poignant, sad and[…]

I don’t think there is anything quite like the Summer Exhibition. Held at London’s Royal Academy of Arts every year,[…]

I generally consider myself more of a traveller than a holidaymaker. So booking a beach trip is unusual for me,[…]

When you hear a book is about a young man meeting an older woman, you imagine a classic coming-of-age, sexual[…]

Standing at the Sky’s Edge is very probably a musical for people who don’t like musicals.

Most trips to Japan start in its extraordinary capital, Tokyo. And for a first-time visitor, it’s not to be missed.[…]

As I’m transitioning this travel blog to cover wider cultural interests and experiences, I thought I’d share some tips for[…]