Travel Book Review – Tales of a Fly By Night: And other stories I never told my mother

If you’re looking for a thoroughly enjoyable collection of short travel stories, I can’t recommend Val Karren’s Tales of a Fly By Night enough. I am, of course, a travel writer myself. I find that reading outstanding work like this is not only a joy – it’s an essential way to stay sharp. With overContinue reading “Travel Book Review – Tales of a Fly By Night: And other stories I never told my mother”

The Renters’ Rights Act in England – What You Need To Know if you Let Property to Fund your Travels

The Renters’Rights Act 2025 for properties let in England, introduces the most significant reforms to the private rented sector in a generation. The reforms increase landlord responsibilities and introduce significantly stronger enforcement – with hefty fines for non-compliance. The government has announced a phased approach to implementation, with the first major changes to be implementedContinue reading “The Renters’ Rights Act in England – What You Need To Know if you Let Property to Fund your Travels”

2026 UK Van Life Festivals, RV, Caravan, Camper, Motorhome, Overlanding & Self-Build Events

Updated 12th November 2025 For those considering buying or converting a van, visiting shows or meet-ups is a brilliant way to get ideas, see what options are available, meet suppliers and manufacturers, and chat with experts and other like-minded people. If you already own a van, it’s just a fun thing to do! In theContinue reading “2026 UK Van Life Festivals, RV, Caravan, Camper, Motorhome, Overlanding & Self-Build Events”

Bloggers Beware The Copyright Trolls – Even If You Use Royalty-Free Images

If you create content online, you already know the value of using images legally. The internet is awash with copyright theft, and professional photographers and agencies understandably want to protect their work. But what happens when you think you’re playing by the rules — and still get hit with a copyright claim? I recently receivedContinue reading “Bloggers Beware The Copyright Trolls – Even If You Use Royalty-Free Images”