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The Osborne bull (Toro de Osborne) is a landmark in Spain and is the symbol of the Osborne brandy and sherry. The monstrous black bull (14m tall) stands out on the high points of many roads. I remember seeing one … Continue reading
Life has slowed down for us – we have taken up residence in a tiny flat in Badalona, just 14km north east of Barcelona in a beachy suburb. We have had to get back into the swing of shopping, cooking … Continue reading
It is 200 days since we left home on this amazing adventure. I know, because my camera counts the days for me. We have slept in 64 different hotel beds, 2 ferry cabins, 1 overnight reclining plane seat and 3 … Continue reading
We have come half way around the world for our special adventure and also to spend some time with Hayden. We have had a lovely time in Croatia and a chatty drive back to Barcelona from there with him. But … Continue reading
On the Mediterranean and down the Adriatic the Spring flowers dried and died. The weather was so hot, all that was left were dried grasses and dead flowers. Leichtenstein and Switzerland have been different – the mountain flowers are in … Continue reading
For the sake of expediency, here are Hayden’s selection of photos of their time with us in Croatia. Stories and my photos will come later! Dubrovnik Bol, Brac Island Split
After much planning and waiting, Hayden & Andrea arrived in Dubrovnik yesterday. It is wonderful to see Hayden again after 16 months, and so exciting to meet the lovely Andrea. So far we have explored the city of Dubrovnik, now … Continue reading