Notes from the Road
Destination Guides, Travel Tips and Product Reviews
“Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and enjoy the journey.”
– Babs Hoffmans
First time driving in England
An essay on the pitfalls and perils of driving in England without any foreknowledge of signage and GPS settings.
The Definitive Guide to Afternoon Tea
Ever wondered whether it’s Afternoon Tea or High Tea?
Jam first or cream?
This is the definitive guide to the origins of this quintessentially British past time.
POSTPONED: The England 48/24 Challenge
Did you know that there are 48 counties in England? No, neither did I. In 2020 – in a trip reminiscent of my original Challenge, where I travelled through all 50 US States in 50 Weeks – I’m going to visit all the counties of England in six months.