A love letter to culture and slow travel
When we say to friends and family that we are full-time international house-and petsitters, pictures of luxury mansions, filled with cuddly puppies and kittens, come to mind. They’re not entirely wrong. Sometimes we do have to pinch ourselves to realize this isn’t all a dream. But it’s not all fun Continue Reading
“Singapore is so expensive!” That’s what I kept on hearing when I announced our plans for a 5-week housesitting adventure in this intriguing country. I was prepared to mainly eat at home, work a lot and hopefully get to see some of the things that weren’t going to explode our Continue Reading
It’s February. Where I come from this means dull and miserable weather, cold temperatures and basically waiting till Spring comes around. Not this year though! This year, February means rooftop aperitivo’s, reading by the pool and sunny countryside walks. We’re spending winter in Andalucía, taking care of 2 lovely doggies, Continue Reading
“This one here is perfectly ripe” says Nadine. “Just look out for the little insects inside” We are taking the 4 dogs out for a walk along the ramblas of the Sierra de la Muela when we stop to taste some of the wild figs scattered around the mountain paths. Continue Reading
“Sweet Mother of Jesus!” I mutter, as I step outside the hot shower into the bitter cold hallway. The difference in temperature must be at least 20 degrees. I quickly stride towards the living quarters where the heat of the open fire awaits me. Bunch, the Dalmatian we look after, Continue Reading