Tubs' Travels

Sick in Varanasi

tompsonk — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:53:15 +0000

At the time, I really didn't enjoy my time in Varanasi, but with hindsight, it was the one of the most memorable places that we stayed. Because we were there for almost two weeks in the end, and because it was such an intense place, it stands out in my mind. Varanasi, apparently the oldest living city in the world, is intense, dirty, hot, poor and challenging, yet it has a strange, indescribable beauty, and I will always remember it vividly.

Varanasi

tompsonk — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:32:39 +0000

We arrived in Varanasi yesterday, many say the cradle of the Hindu religion. The city is fascinating.... Please read on!

Sri Lanka is Wonderful

tompsonk — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:55:36 +0000

Hi Folks OK, so I’ve had several complaints that I haven’t updated my travel blog for several months! My apologies to those of you who keep checking for updates… To help rectify this, I’ve installed a subscription facility… Just take a look at the menu at the right hand side of the home page. As [...]

India, what a blast!

tompsonk — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:07:26 +0000

Hi folks, We got to India ten days ago… its been utterly wonderful so far. Poor internet connectivity, combined with apathy for writing in favour of enjoying my surroundings have lead to no proper posts so far. Since arriving we’ve done Mumbai and Goa, with Hampi to come next, and then into Kerala… Take care [...]

Gibraltar’s Monkeys Rock

tompsonk — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:25:12 +0000

A day Gibraltar, AKA 'Little Britain' kept us amused. Please come and read this post and leave your comments!

Brain dead stupidity

tompsonk — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:50:15 +0000

Top Tip: If your wife ever tells you not to buy her anything for Christmas, IGNORE THIS ORDER! Please note: this includes occasions when you have agreed not to buy each other presents. Please add your handy husband Christmas tips by leaving me a comment

Christmas on the Costa Blanca

tompsonk — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:16:47 +0000

Christmas on the beach, Christmas Eve in Pink Mopy bar... read on!

Free and Cheap ways to learn Spanish

tompsonk — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 19:11:14 +0000

After a few months in Spain, I have tried and tested a few different resources for learning Spanish for free... check it out and leave your suggestions or comments.

Feliz Navidad!

tompsonk — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 12:39:25 +0000

Feliz Navidad everyone! Come and check out my post and pictures of Torrevieja's very own Nativity Scene!

The Moors in Spain

tompsonk — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 23:02:09 +0000

My all too brief travels around Andalucia were an education in the history of Spain, and the important role that the Moors played. Please come and read my post and comment!