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  • Safiya 2 dahabiya

    Dahabiya sailing: the only way to cruise the Nile

    25 May 2026 Pat Hindley Africa, Egypt, Favourites, Homepage slider, Rest of World
  • Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul

    Sensational Seoul: the perfect introduction to K-culture

    29 April 2026 Pat Hindley Asia, Favourites, Homepage slider, South Korea
  • View of Palazza Reale from the top of Palazzo Madama, Turin

    Turin: eight highlights of this gorgeous Italian city

    11 December 2025 Pat Hindley Europe, Favourites, Homepage slider, Italy
  • OXO Tower bar, Southbank, London

    Cocktail classics: 22 of London’s best cocktail bars

    27 November 2025 Pat Hindley Homepage slider, London, Reviews & tips, UK
  • Luang Prabang: my top 10 experiences in this gorgeous Laos town

    5 June 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Homepage slider, Laos, Rest of World

Recent posts

Chicago UK Tour

Theatre review: Chicago, UK Tour

18 June 2025 Pat Hindley Arts

Chicago first debuted on Broadway 40 years ago, and watching its most recent UK touring production, I can see why[…]

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Sophie Ellis Bextor, Royal Albert Hall, June 20205

Music review: Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Royal Albert Hall

15 June 2025 Pat Hindley Arts, London

Sophie Ellis-Bextor knows how to bring the disco to any venue, even one as classic as London’s Royal Albert Hall.[…]

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Book review: Piglet, Lottie Hazell

12 June 2025 Pat Hindley Books

Piglet is an ideal read for a book club because it provokes a range of views, which leads to a[…]

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Chris McCausland

Comedy review: Chris McCausland – Yonks

9 June 2025 Pat Hindley Arts, London

I have to admit that Chris McCausland was not a familiar name to me until last year’s Strictly Come Dancing.[…]

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Luang Prabang: my top 10 experiences in this gorgeous Laos town

5 June 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Homepage slider, Laos, Rest of World

Despite its increase in popularity, Luang Prabang is one of the most relaxed towns I’ve visited in Southeast Asia. Its[…]

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How The One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House, Cherie Jones

Book review: How the One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House, Cherie Jones

19 May 2025 Pat Hindley Books

I think the best way to describe How the One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House is with words like unflinching, gritty[…]

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Marie and Rosetta

Theatre review: Marie and Rosetta, Rose Theatre

12 May 2025 Pat Hindley Arts, London

If you’re looking for a musical packed with gospel and blues songs that lift the soul as well as the[…]

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Boulders Penguin Colony, Simon's Town, Cape Peninsula

Cape Peninsula: the perfect day trip for fabulous views and cute penguins

8 May 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, South Africa

A trip to Cape Town wouldn’t be complete without a drive down the Cape Peninsula, where you’ll see the most[…]

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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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