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Author: Pat Hindley

Palma cathedral, Majorca

Weekend breaks: 10 great European destinations for your shortlist

19 June 2026 Pat Hindley Europe

When you’re short on time, but your wanderlust is strong, Europe offers an incredible range of destinations that can be[…]

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Wes Anderson: The Archives, Design Museum

Wes Anderson: The Archives, Design Museum

13 June 2026 Pat Hindley Arts, London

If you’re a fan of Wes Anderson’s distinctive films, the Design Museum’s current exhibition is a must-see. Wes Anderson: The[…]

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The Accidental Tourist, Anne Tyler

Book Review: The Accidental Tourist, Anne Tyler

7 June 2026 Pat Hindley Books

The Accidental Tourist is the story of Macon Leary, a travel writer who hates travel. The books he writes are[…]

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Isabella Plantation, Richmond Park, London

Isabella Plantation: a colourful escape from Central London

31 May 2026 Pat Hindley London

The Isabella Plantation had been on my list of places to visit for a while, and once I did, I[…]

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Safiya 2 dahabiya

Dahabiya sailing: the only way to cruise the Nile

25 May 2026 Pat Hindley Africa, Egypt, Rest of World

Dahabiya wasn’t a word I’d ever heard of until I started planning a visit to Egypt. Now it’s up there[…]

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Romeo & Juliet, Harold Pinter Theatre

Theatre review: Romeo & Juliet, Harold Pinter Theatre

19 May 2026 Pat Hindley Arts

Just when you think you’ve seen Romeo & Juliet enough times, a new version comes along to tempt you. And[…]

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Knife, Salman Rushdie

Book review: Knife, Salman Rushdie

13 May 2026 Pat Hindley Books

Knife is an unusual read. In part, a harrowing and emotional retelling of the attempted murder of its author, Salman[…]

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Teeth 'N' Smiles, Duke of York's Theatre

Theatre review: Teeth ‘N’ Smiles, Duke of York’s Theatre

8 May 2026 Pat Hindley Arts

Teeth ‘N’ Smiles is a 50-year-old play, and unfortunately, it hasn’t aged well. The revival at the Duke of York’s[…]

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Hello and welcome to my blog. I’m Pat and I love all things travel and culture. This is the online home for my adventures, experiences, tips and reviews.  I hope it provides ideas and inspiration for you to enjoy life as much as I do!

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