Cuppa, Cake & Cracking view? NOPE just crap customer service!

If you've read my blog before you'll know that I'm quite a cheery and positive person but this blog is a little on the negative side.  So apologies for not being my usual self (and the fact this is a little dated as I've been a busy gal)

So, the story begins with being offered the chance to stay at the lovely Manorbier Bed & Breakfast just outside of Tenby on Valentines weekend (which I will point out at this stage is not the negativeness that I refer to... I'll be doing a separate blog for that one as it thoroughly deserves it - top notch)

Back to the story...left Swansea on the afternoon of Saturday 15th Feb (day after Valentines Day so still feeling a bit on the romantic side!!!) and headed down to Pembrokeshire...

#NatsPhotoChallenge Days 8-15, intro to Flipagram & photo editing apps

It has to be said that I'm really quite enjoying this photo challenge as it's really prompting me to think about my social media activity every day, explore some photo editing apps and making think a little deeper about life too... very thankful for many things which I've captured in my summary for days 8-15 in this little Flipagram video (part 2)...

Bluestone, boobies & takeaways! Day 2

It's now approaching the end of my stay at Bluestone but still feel the need to update you folk with the rest of my stay which continued to offer lots of little surprises.  Bit of a disclaimer here, for those of you that know me you'll know I get excited about the most basic of things, so for those newbies, if you're expecting fireworks then I suggest you leave now!!! ;-) ( Mind you, I do mention 'Boobies' 6 times hence the reason I've included it in my blog title - although it does sound more like a Carry On film with Barbara Windsor)

The Well Spa

So, after one of the best sleeps at the lodge I was very much looking forward to my trip to the spa for a relaxing day!  Something which, on my previous 2 occasions didn't go so well.  From those experiences, my main advice is to book in advance to avoid disappointment - luckily I booked well in advance for a nice leisurely 90 minute massage! (Whilst I've hopefully still got everyone's attention, I must add that after visiting numerous spas around Wales this really is my favourite as there are plenty of choices at the spa - treatments, areas & menu! - skip to the end for my top tips)

A is for Aberavon Beach

Aberavon Beach, Port Talbot, a set on Flickr.

A little walk along the promenade and a stop at Remo's Cafe after a very stressfull time at the Aberavon Beach Hotel.... Trying to deliver a social media workshop without the Internet is not the most relaxing thing to do!

R is for Rhosili

Rhosili February 2012, a set on Flickr.

A trip down to Rhosili for a refreshing walk and a cuppa in the Bay Bistro

No rugby - just Swansea Bay, Twin Town views & a few Dafodils!

What a beautiful day it's been today in Swansea!  Sun has been shining and the temperature pretty mild considering its February.   A great excuse to get out of the house, make the most of the weather and take some practice shots with my new camera.  (No rugby for me!)

After stopping off in Swansea City Centre to visit the Welsh market that is there this weekend, picking up a few locally sourced products, Stu (my partner) and I were about to head down to Rhosilli, however a wrong turning in the way one system saw us heading up Mount Pleasant... and then I had a thought, lets go to the spot on the hill... you know the one... where Twin Town was shot!  Anyone from Swansea will know what I mean!!!!

A part of Swansea I don't frequent that often, not that I'm a snob, it's generally not 'en route' for any of my journeys. BUT BOY was it peacefull and the views were just magnificent today with the sun shining.

Grabbed a few shots and then decided to head down to Blackpill to my most favourite view!  Hoping and praying that a few dafodils were in bloom.

To my delight, there were, just a few... and I have to say, perfectly placed too!

Bit of a shame the tide was out, maybe next time I should find out the tide times to plan it a little better!  Lots to learn with this photography malarky!  Hope you like the photos... I certainly do!

PS. Rhosilli tomorrow! :-)

S is for Swansea Bay

Swansea Bay Winter 2012, a set on Flickr.

I thought it best to start my brand new blog off with photos of my most favourite place in the world.... SWANSEA of course!

It's only February but the weather has been beautiful today.