I checked the weather for the first four days of the Nuremberg Christmas market. It could hardly be more seasonal, with snow followed by frost and the sort of nipping cold that is so appropriate for what many consider to be the model for all Christmas markets. It’s the weather to make you want to… Continue reading
Chester – busy diesel train reminds me of a classy destination
I’m frequently reminded of Chester as I take the short trip down to London from Tring Station. The city is served by quite a distinctive train on this line, so you don’t have to be a geek to recognise it. It’s one of Virgin’s diesel-powered sets and they bustle noisily through in a very determined… Continue reading →
Peregrine falcons from English town fly in to international conference
The family of peregrine falcons that successfully fledged in central Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, this year has shot to International (well European) stardom. Two officers from the two local councils involved in the scheme addressed the first international conference on the protection of birds and bats in buildings in Zvolen, Slovakia in November (2012). You can see… Continue reading →
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Slovenia’s electric tourist ambition – first destination to offer zero-carbon driving holidays
Which European country is the most environmentally friendly place to holiday with a car? Which one offers easiest access to electric or very low mileage models and helps you put together a zero carbon itinerary? Until recently I would have opted for what seem to be the obvious choices – Holland, Denmark or Germany. All… Continue reading →
Japan – land of the rousing welcome
Not long into my trip to Japan, I gave up trying to slip quietly and unnoticed into a public place, because I knew the staff would not permit it. No sooner would I cross the threshold of a restaurant, for example, than a chorus of greetings arose, to be carried on into the deepest depths… Continue reading →