This year is very different from any other year that we have experienced. Even more so for travel! I have carried on writing my Patricia Bech Travel Notes even though we can’t explore the world as much as we usually can. I love to write and it is still worth reflecting on places to visit […]
With England still in the middle of lockdown, travelling this Christmas looks unlikely for a lot of people. This time last year I was starting to feel very festive and I was looking forward to all the Christmas Markets. I am a Christmas nut and love the celebrations! This year, it is a very different […]
If you are missing out on Bonfire Night celebrations this year due to the impending lockdown in England, which starts this Thursday, you can still mark the day in your own way. I have been thinking about what to do instead of the usual gathering that takes place with a large bonfire and an amazing […]
I love the British beaches but I have to say that I wasn’t completely relaxed visiting them during the summer months. With COVID-19 having just peaked in the first wave, a lot of people were looking to spend their summer on the beaches in the UK. I have of course written and tweeted about the […]
By Patricia Bech Today I was thinking back to my last visit to Spain. I love Spain a lot as I adore the food, wine, culture and people. It is one of the places that I have really missed visiting during the COVID-19 pandemic. I mean I have missed travelling to lots of places. Everyone […]
By Patricia Bech As the summer comes to an end in the UK, many people like to try and escape for some late summer sunshine. As COVID-19 travel restrictions ease, there are a few places that you may like to consider visiting for prolonged warm weather. Even if you are not brave enough to travel […]
September is here and that means autumn has arrived! It has been a strange summer, especially for anyone involved with the travel industry. For me, it seems to have gone in the blink of an eye and I think that is partly due to the monotony. Normally, I would be exploring places in Europe all […]
PATRICIA BECH TRAVEL NOTES: THE STAYCATION SERIES One of the positive things to come out for COVID-19 is that we have been able to appreciate all of the opportunities that are available in the UK. Travel is of course about exploring new places and it should never be limited to one county. But the Coronavirus […]
I am continuing with my staycation series because this summer, it seems that everyone wants to holiday at home. I think it is safer than getting on a plane, but that is my personal opinion at the moment. Of course, people can drive to Europe, but there are also some very nice places to visit […]
Lots of hotels are starting to open up again across the UK. For many people, it is less stressful getting in the car and driving to a hotel for a short mini break, than getting on a plane during these difficult times. While people are starting to fly to holiday destinations again, COVID-19 has also […]