When it comes to air travel, flight cancellations and a delayed flight are some of the most frustrating and inconvenient experiences a passenger can face. Whether you’re flying for business or leisure, having your flight disrupted can throw a wrench into your plans. Fortunately, European regulations, specifically EC Regulation 261/2004, and similar laws in other…
By 50 Shades, December 9, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Croatia is home to thousands of islets scattered in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Each island has its own unique character. Others are home to historic cities filled with ancient archaeological sites, whilst some are known for their bustling nightlife. Whether you prefer to visit a remote island for total seclusion or a…
By 50 Shades, February 22, 2023
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Portugal is a marvellous travel destination that offers a lot more than just beautiful beaches and tasty seafood. There are also plenty of delicious local delicacies worth trying! In this blog post, we’ll take you on a culinary journey through the country’s gastronomical delights. From sweet desserts to savoury dishes, there’s something for everyone. So,…
By 50 Shades, May 25, 2021
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Imagine a slow holiday visiting Italy and its islands, taking your time to explore this divine Mediterranean country famous for pizzas and pasta; prosecco and limoncello; fast Italian cars and men; incredible architecture and art; villages perched atop mountainsides and steep coastal cliffs; islands located off the dazzling shores; valleys of vineyards and olive groves…
By 50 Shades, October 11, 2019
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
As a proud Australian the name Gallipoli has always held great significance in my life. It was not only drummed into me during my school years, but I remember my mother telling me she lost two great uncles, who were brothers, on the battlefields of Gallipoli in Turkey. In 2012 I was to join my…
By 50 Shades, June 19, 2019
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
It’s a little over two years since we were travelling through Italy. It was without a doubt one of my most memorable overseas holidays and although there were many highlights our time in Tuscany was a standout. This region in central Italy boasts countless medieval villages, historical towns, castles and fortresses, country churches and beautiful abbeys. These are…
By 50 Shades, June 12, 2019
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
For most of us, we may only have one opportunity to see Europe. There are so many different countries in Europe, all with something unique to offer – from interesting history, culture, beautiful scenery to amazing food. It could take months to see it all! Although I haven’t personally finished with Europe just yet, I…
By 50 Shades, February 13, 2019
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
I have seen numerous ancient ruins throughout Europe, such as Ephesus in Turkey and The Forum in Rome, but nothing really prepared me for my visit to the ancient ruins of Pompeii in Naples. The magnitude, of this buried city that dates back to 79 A.D., is astonishing. The fact that I only had a…
By 50 Shades, June 11, 2018
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
If you need to get away for the summer and want to stay within Europe, one of the most beautiful and versatile countries around is France. From the Alps to the Riviera, there are always new experiences, places to explore, and people to meet. Known best for inspiring love, having great wine, making some of…
By 50 Shades, May 28, 2018
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Everybody knows about Sagrada Familia, La Rambla and Park Guell but the real Barcelona often goes under the radar. El Raval is a very famous area, known for different movements in the start of the 1900s. Almost 100 years later you can still feel the anarchy thriving. If we go back ten years in time, el…
By 50 Shades, January 8, 2018
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
