It’s the 5th of June and we’re off on a road trip. We’re driving up north from Edinburgh and running the gauntlet of the North Coast 500. A circuit of 500 scenic miles around the very edge of Scotland. Having both been born here and living here for most of our lives, it felt right … Continue reading NC500… the trial run
Forgive me reader for I have sinned. It’s been 9 months since my last confession. It’s been a busy 9 months. A lot has changed. My dad died in May 2025. It was sudden, and we were all crushed; still are. The ensuing months were chaotic, balancing grief with very busy jobs. Funerals, wills, property … Continue reading O’man Oman
From Kasbahs to Camels: Souks, Spices and A Journey Across the Moroccan Desert We’ve just spent five sensory laden days travelling in Morocco. From deep within the cachophany of traders hawking their abundant wares in the Marrakesh Souks to carving a path through vast arid plains, palm-fringed oases, to the ever-changing sand dunes of the … Continue reading Morocco
We have been planning a trip to South Africa for years. Many friends and colleagues have travelled here and waxed lyrical about the country. They’ve painted a feeling of the place, often linked to rugby or wine or food. While here, we talked about why it’s taken us so long to visit. Covid notwithstanding, we … Continue reading South Africa – Conclusion
Our last two days were spent in Plettenberg Bay. We were staying at The Plettenberg, a truly lovely boutique hotel at a headland overlooking the expansive coastline. We have been privileged to stay in a lot of nice places this holiday - the result of a decision to cancel a safari addition to the holiday … Continue reading Plettenberg Bay
Travels with Sklaroffs 