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  • The Hero of This Book, Elizabeth McCracken

    Book review: The Hero of This Book, Elizabeth McCracken

    7 April 2025 Pat Hindley Books, Homepage slider
  • Fushimi-Inari-taisha, Kyoto

    Kyoto: 10 amazing experiences in Japan’s cultural capital

    28 March 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Homepage slider, Japan
  • A rose of Sarajevo, outside the Tunnel of Hope

    Sarajevo: what makes Bosnia’s capital such a special place

    23 March 2025 Pat Hindley Bosnia and Herzegovina, Europe, Homepage slider
  • On the way to our Laos homestay on the Nam Our River

    Laos homestay: a unique and unforgettable experience

    12 March 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Favourites, Homepage slider, Laos, Rest of World
  • Schotia Safaris, South Africa

    Schotia Safaris: a spectacular and affordable South Africa reserve

    8 February 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Homepage slider, Latest post, South Africa

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French Braid, Anne Tyler

Book review: French Braid, Anne Tyler

27 February 2025 Pat Hindley Books

French Braid is probably the 10th Anne Tyler book I’ve read and the American bestselling author never disappoints. Her stories[…]

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Pha That Luang

Vientiane: two days in Laos’s languid capital

24 February 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Laos, Rest of World

Vientiane probably isn’t as popular as some of the more tourist-orientated destinations in Laos. But a visit to a capital[…]

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Cooking banh cuon, steamed rice pancakes, a popular Hanoi street food

Hanoi street food tour: an introduction to Vietnamese cuisine

20 February 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Rest of World, Vietnam

A food tour is a great way to learn about a country’s food and drink. And if you’re vegetarian or have[…]

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Schotia Safaris, South Africa

Schotia Safaris: a spectacular and affordable South Africa reserve

8 February 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Homepage slider, Latest post, South Africa

South Africa’s Eastern Cape probably isn’t the obvious choice for a safari adventure, but at Schotia Safaris private game reserve[…]

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Kynsna Heads, Garden Route

The Garden Route: roadtripping South Africa’s famous coastline

1 February 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Latest post, Rest of World, South Africa

The Garden Route is actually shorter than you might think. But it’s a journey that’s packed with spectacular scenery, varied[…]

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Bathers at Asnières, National Gallery

London’s National Gallery, a true national treasure

25 January 2025 Pat Hindley Arts, London

London’s National Gallery is easy to take for granted. I walked past it at least twice a day when I[…]

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The Girl on the Train

Theatre review: The Girl on the Train, UK Tour

21 January 2025 Pat Hindley Arts, London

The Girl on the Train is one of those books that’s easy to imagine as a film, but harder to[…]

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Gilco Running Man, Osaka

Osaka: 24 hours in Japan’s vibrant southern city

16 January 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Japan, Rest of World

Osaka is probably best known for its neon signs and street food. And the so-called ‘Kitchen of Japan’ didn’t disappoint[…]

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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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