Kiwis and Fairy Bread
Mike and Ellen's Travel Adventures
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Cornwall: Sea Salts & Sails
6 July 2024 Our last full day in Cornwall and there we had several activities planned: a coastal boat trip, a walk to a nearby village, a visit to the Cornish Fire Brigade, and watching the England/Sweden Euro Quarter Final. We weren’t quite sure how we would fit them both in. Fate decided for us. The wind was up after the storms of the day before and the boat operator deamed it unsafe to sail. And we are so glad! Out of the house we came across Phillip, the town crier. Yes, he is actually The Penzance Town Crier. … Read more
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Cornwall: As I was on the train to St Ives….
4-5 July 2024 These two days would bring us three very different views of Cornwall: from a pristine castle and gardens to a windy and rugged coastline to a crowded coastal town with narrow streets and surfers. St Michaels Mount is a Cornish must-do.. This castle, perched atop a tall, rocky island is the impressive home of Lord and Lady St Levan. It is part of the ocean skyline in this rare. But I had to wonder, why would a lord and lady choose to live way out here? Well, after seeing the property, and getting to know the area,… Read more
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