Europe
Visiting Caen In Northern France
So another day another assignment, this time it’s over to France, but not by the normal route of train or ferry. Read on to find out more why sometimes the finest cultural experiences can be […]
Articles by Our Man On The Ground
Switzerland
Views Of Lucerne
“Grappling hook, pickaxe and plenty of rope needed for this assignment” I heard the proprietor of Our Man on the Ground shout at me as I answered my phone. I was off to my favourite […]
Lifestyle
Upgrading To Van Life with CamperVanTastic
I’ve spent many very enjoyable summers of my life at various festivals around the world, sleeping happily in moth-bitten tents, blissfully surrounded by my fellow wannabe hippies. But as Trew Fields approaches as fast as […]
Europe
Arnhem 75th Anniversary
75 years ago this September the skies of Arnhem were peppered with thousands of parachutists and hundreds of gliders. Forming the largest airborne force the world had ever seen. Under the instructions of Field Marshal […]
Cruises
Paradise Found On Aranui 5
A unique hybrid ship, Aranui 5, takes passengers – and cargo – to one of the world’s most remote archipelagos As we stroll through the main street on Tahuata a man walks past with a […]
New England
A Week In New England: Beacon Hill to Cape Cod to Martha’s Vineyard
That windswept whispery welcome is one of New England legacy and lore. The Atlantic coast, pebbly and perfect, that is Cape Cod quintessence. Some say the soul of such is carried in the salty air, […]
Europe
The Republic Of Belarus
With over fifty countries under my belt it seems like a good time to step off the beaten track a little and go to a country that has only 11,000 visitors from the UK each […]
Caribbean
Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort
St Lucia is the only country named after a woman and she quickly earned my admiration on a recent visit. Driving the length of this 26 mile mountainous island can take up to two hours […]
Yachting
Johnson 115 Yacht – An All British Affair
The shipyard is in Taiwan but when it comes to designers, the new Johnson 115 superyacht is an all British affair. The family owned Johnson Yachts builds luxury superyachts. Established in 1987, they have built […]
Lifestyle
Luxury Rental Properties: What You Should Know
Luxury rental properties are essentially the same as your typical rental properties, except they’re much more expensive. They’re also not usually intended to be full-time living properties, and they most often cater to those looking […]