Author Archives: Neha Shah

Bari : Gateway to the charms of Puglia, Italy

We came out of the Naples airport on a bright and hot day. While the forecast had warnings for heavy rains and wind over the next two days – the weather when we landed didn’t give any indication of this. I was so glad that we were not going to be in either Naples orContinue reading “Bari : Gateway to the charms of Puglia, Italy”

A Journey Back in Time: A Day Trip to Historic Canterbury

Canterbury, home of the Canterbury Cathedral is an hour’s ride by train from London. A perfect day trip destination if you are in London for a brief visit.

On the Shopping Trails

One thing I missed during the claustrophobic past year was actually walking into stores to browse, to touch and feel. I missed comparing a piece with another or laughing and opining with a shopping companion. But finally, the post vaccine days of exploration have arrived. No more curbside pickups if I don’t feel like itContinue reading “On the Shopping Trails”

Pilgrimage to Chawton, Home of Jane Austen

A day trip to home of Jane Austen in the charming village of Chawton, UK. A place where she wrote Pride and Prejudice and some of her other books. She also revised three of her books in this house.

County Kent: Rich in Rustic Charm

A day trip to some of the historic villages of County Kent from London including a visit to a Lavender Farm. Sit back and drive along with my husband and I through the back roads to these charming villages.

Communicating with nature in times of virus

Staying positive and happy during this tough time is important. Seeking out solace and happiness in the world of nature is a perfect solution to the world of virus.

Our London Odyssey

Sir, when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.” Samuel Johnson I have come across many such quotes from lovers of London. I am adding my name to those who love the great city of London. I want to write essaysContinue reading “Our London Odyssey”