Welcome to Heatheronhertravels.com where you’ll find travel inspiration for the 50+ traveller looking for an authentic travel experience with a little luxury. Come along with me to taste the food, explore the culture, go hiking and cycling, experience a luxury cruise or boutique hotel.
From my home base in Bristol UK, I share tales from my travels and take you with me to experience the sights and sounds on the journey. You’ll find inspiration for fabulous destinations you’ll want to put on your wish list and practical information about how you can organise these trips yourself.
I’m in my early 60s and my children have flown the nest, so I often travel with husband Guy, but also with my grown up children, parents, friends or just solo. You’ll find a mix of UK getaways, European city breaks, small ship cruising, sunshine holidays, exotic adventures and hiking trails, depending on where I’m going and who I’m with.
I enjoy the little luxuries of life, a stylish boutique hotel, dinner in a lovely restaurant, a tour with an expert guide. But I also want to feel a sense of place and explore the authentic side of each destination. You’ll get plenty of tips on how to travel more sustainably, to enjoy life while reducing your carbon footprint.
So bring your curiosity and spirit of adventure and let’s explore the world together!
If I can help you with travel advice for any of the places I’ve visited, feel free to contact me on social media or email me at heather(at)heatheronhertravels(dot)com
Some of the travel themes that I cover in Heather on her travels;
Culture
On the blog I’ll bring you cultural experiences, from world class museums and art galleries to street art and sculpture that’s inspired by its environment. When I travel I love to explore the culture of a place, to understand the past and the present and discover what makes each destination special and unique for the traveller.
Read some of my culture articles
Italy – Best things to do in Florence for first time visitors
Scotland – 15 things to do in Edinburgh for culture lovers
Germany – 15 fun things to do in Dresden in just one day!
USA – Discover the Civil Rights trail in Alabama USA – in the footsteps of Martin Luther King
Food
I promise to search out the most delicious food that will bring you an authentic taste of the towns or regions I visit. Follow me as I explore the markets to discover the local specialties, take a food tour to immerse myself in local cuisine or search out interesting restaurants that showcase the typical local dishes.
Read some of my food articles
Canada – Delicious Canadian Food – 40 food experiences that will make you fall in love with Canada!
Germany – Where and what to eat in Munich – all the delicious food in Munich
Caribbean – Grenada Chocolate festival and 10 things to do in Grenada for chocolate lovers
Active
Let’s get active on our travels! Some of my trips involve long distance hiking trails such as the Tour de Mont Blanc and the Dolomites of Italy, where the demanding uphill trek is rewarded by amazing mountain views. Other times I may be cycling around the vineyards or walking along a canal-side path to explore the industrial heritage of an area.
Then there are those fun boat trips, swimming and snorkelling to discover a secret underwater world. Outdoor activities like walking, hiking and cycling bring such a sense of wellbeing, that I try to include them to some extent in all my travels.
Read some of my Active articles
UK – 10 things to do in the Forest of Dean, for outdoor lovers and foodies
Caribbean – Hiking in Grenada: Waterfalls, hot springs and plantation walks
Austria – Austrian Lakes and Mountains, hiking the Salzkammergut trail
Cruise
Cruising is an enjoyable way to see lots of places in a short space of time, to voyage through different cultures while only unpacking once. I love being thoroughly spoiled on board with excellent food and facilities, while waking up in a new place each day.
If you enjoy river cruise, luxury cruise and small ship cruising, follow my trips to discover what’s on board and where to visit on your cruise.
Read some of my cruise articles
A guide to luxury cruising on Azamara Pursuit – with Azamara Club Cruises
10 things we enjoyed on our Titan River Cruise – MS Serenade 1
10 things to expect when you cruise with Voyages to Antiquity
Sunshine destinations
Are you like a sunflower that finds its head turning towards the sun? I’m always on the lookout for destinations that offer that feel good factor of sunny days, where I can top up on Vitamin Sea and feel the sun on my face. Follow me on my trips to Caribbean islands, to Greece where I often visit my sister or to many other Mediterranean destinations for warmth and happy days with friends and family.
Read some of my Sunshine destination articles
Antigua – 30 fun things to do in Antigua – best beaches, heritage, food and more!
Menorca – 15 fun things to do in Ciutadella, the ancient capital of Menorca
Greece – 10 fun things to do in Zakynthos on your villa holiday
My Travel Story
As a child my parents loved to travel, and every summer we packed up the Morris Minor with camping gear and travelled around Europe. We followed the sun and if the rain spoiled our fun we packed up and drove further south. The rule (which I never manage to enforce with my own children) was one ice cream a day.
As a student, became more adventurous – a ski-season in France, a working holiday in Hong Kong, I studied deforestation in Kenya and explored the highlands of Papua New Guinea. Later, with my husband we continued our explorations in Europe and around the world, fitting it all in around building our careers and making a home together.
We moved from London to Bristol, where we settled happily and the growing family meant that our travel horizons were a little more limited. Still we managed to see plenty of Europe and the occasional trip further afield. In those day, the demands of juggling business and family, meant relaxation and fun with the kids was my main priority.
Things moved on and as my kids grew up, I started to look for a little more adventure. I certainly got it on the trip to Ecuador that started my blogging journey, including an amazing trip into the Amazon basin by dugout canoe. I remembered what I really loved about travel, to experience new cultures, connect with people who lived a different way, and enjoy beautiful surroundings, away from my normal busy life.
During the Ecuador trip I documented my journey for friends and family on Flickr, but on my return I decided to start a travel blog to share my passion for travel with the world. Now my blog at Heatheronhertravels.com has become my full time job and my mission is to share my travel inspiration with other 50+ travellers and give them the information they need to make their travel dreams a reality.
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You can contact me at heather(at)heatheronhertravels(dot)com