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Fortescue Arms hotel and carvery in Woolacombe, North Devon

Fishing for compliments

“Much of the disappointment was created by the great build-up they gave themselves. We thought we were in for a treat. Not so.” Kay and Dave stayed overnight in North Devon in August 2005 – here’s their verdict on the Fortescue Arms in Woolacombe…

Sign of the Ankh-Morpork Consulate at The Cunning Artificer in Wincanton, Somerset

Way Out West

“We recently went to North Devon to meet a pal of ours there. On the journey home to our south London suburb we were in no great hurry and stopped at, or took a detour to, anything that took our fancy.” A pot-pourri of some West Country tourist attractions…

Flag of Malaysia

Sushi King – Penang

“The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the food is tasty. It’s not as good as some other Japanese fast food chains, though. Salmon appeared to be brought in ready-cut in plastic packets. It was still nice but it lacked the freshness we’ve come to expect elsewhere.” Kay and Dave review the branch of Sushi King at Georgetown’s Prangin Mall.

Francis Light's grave in the Christian cemetery in Georgetown, Penang

George Town, Penang: a walking tour

George Town, the capital of Penang and the second largest city in Malaysia, has one of the largest collections of 19th and 20th century buildings in South East Asia. The easiest way to see the old town area is on foot. Here’s a suggested walking tour, with clickable images. (Part One)

Himalayan High!

“In the old days, the tourist hub of Kathmandu was Jochne, aka ‘Freak Street’. But the hippies are long gone and Thamel is now the place for travellers to relax in lively bars and international restaurants.” Kay and Dave pay a visit to Nepal’s capital city.