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Stuff from Amazon that I've reviewed
I buy a lot from Amazon, and have recently set up as an Amazon Affilliate that gives me a few pennies for anything bought via my site. 1....

RetiredCormac
Jul 27, 20251 min read


How We Stayed 6 days at Hilton's Top Rated Amingiri Resort for only £1885/Person
Utilising loyalty programs like British Airways AVIOS and Hilton Honors points was the game-changer. Here’s how I made it happen and tips to help you save as you plan your own excursion to this stunning paradise.

RetiredCormac
Jul 27, 20254 min read


Ahoy - Life Aboard Havila Voyages Exploring the Cappella Castor Polaris and Pollux
If you’re after noisy nightlife, flashy shows, or buffet madness—this isn’t it. But if you want peace, comfort, and natural beauty, I can’t recommend it enough.

RetiredCormac
Jul 26, 20255 min read


Reflections on Life Changes and Experiences Eighteen Months After Retirement
If life were a car journey - coming off the fast lane of the motorway and onto B roads - if you don’t have a plan and a means to navigate - you can get a little lost for a while.

RetiredCormac
Jul 26, 20254 min read


All Aboard - Bergen to Oslo Train is Departing
Blog post of the iconic train journey from Oslo to Bergen in the depths of winter

RetiredCormac
Jul 24, 20255 min read


Dump that pump - for an Airbank
Recommendation for AIRBANK

RetiredCormac
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Exploring the EV8 to EV19: A Journey Through Southern France to the Netherlands by Bicycle
Overview of cycling in France along the Velo France Routes and into Belgium and Netherlands along the Meuse Cycle Route

RetiredCormac
Jul 23, 20254 min read


Finding Affordable Airport Parking
Finding well-priced parking at an Airport is a nightmare. I've used my own experience of searching for suitable parking for my planned...

RetiredCormac
Jul 23, 20253 min read


What to Consider When Choosing a Hotel in Bergen Before and After Your Havilla Cruise Adventure
Strawberry'sHome Hotel in Bergen - Perfect Choice before and after the Havila / Hurtigruten round trip. Well positioned on airport bus route, and close to restaurants, shopping and bars.

RetiredCormac
Jul 23, 20253 min read


My Trek 520 - Perfect for Touring
Description of Trek 520 set up for touring

RetiredCormac
Jul 23, 20253 min read


Chasing the Eurovision Dream: Booking the Unknown in Austria
What we do know - the contest will be hosted in Austria
What we don’t know - what city will host and on what date

RetiredCormac
Jul 18, 20253 min read


"Attention s'il vous plaît" - the price differences between booking via the booking.com web page and their app
Having booked a significant amount of stays for my recent 3 week cycle through France - I became very aware of the pricing differences...

RetiredCormac
Jul 17, 20252 min read


How I saved a further £100 on already cheap car hire by booking early and rechecking prices
Booking my vehicle several months before my travel date was the first step to getting a great deal. Car hire prices can fluctuate dramatically. It’s not uncommon for rates to increase as the departure date approaches, particularly during peak travel seasons. However they can also fall.

RetiredCormac
Jul 17, 20253 min read


Quidco - An alternative to Topcashback
Quidco Overview Quidco is a cashback website that allows users to earn money back on their online purchases. It partners with a wide...

RetiredCormac
Jul 17, 20251 min read


Unlock Hidden Benefits of TopCashback for Unbeatable Savings
Topcashback , is a platform designed to generate significant savings in the form of cashback for your online purchases. If you want to...

RetiredCormac
Jul 16, 20253 min read


Why I’m Starting a Travel Blog: The Park Run Analogy
Let me start with a little analogy that might just help explain why I’ve decided to jump into this travel blog thing. A few years ago, I...

RetiredCormac
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Introducing Ted - A friend for my Head
https://amzn.to/46JYhb2 After one too many run-ins with the sun (you’d think I’d have learned by now), and with a fair bit of travel on...

RetiredCormac
Jul 16, 20251 min read
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