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UNDER LOCKDOWN DUE TO THE CORONA VIRUS NOW WHAT?

At the moment the world is holdings its breath in anticipation of the corona virus outcome. So what can you do while under lockdown? You can be lazy and lie on the couch, watch series and get lazy. My motto is to tackle only one task that I never get around to do or just always find an excuse for and get it done and dusted, but then thoughts wonder to travelling and I somehow still do not get around to completing my task. If you are hungry for a camping trip, but all the campsites are locked for safety reasons the next best thing to do is to unpack and check your camping equipment. Get the kids involved and pitch the tent, check the zips and window gauze and give it a good waterproof washdown. Put things aside that needs attention for another day when under lockdown. Remember the… Read more >

BMW WELT, MUNICH

For a vehicle enthusiast, this is a must see when you visit Munich. For us this was no different on our visit to the city as hubby appreciates this German brand. Let me put it this way we spent the whole morning at the centre …………… What did I do the whole time? Well, I had to amuse myself as hubby was in no hurry to get this over and done with quickly. My interest was more in the Olympic Park next door to the complex where Mark Spitz set several world records in the swimming events – that is a topic for another day. So here we go. First up was the motorcycle category with some of the famous models displayed on a glass wall – impressive, I thought! With German precision every item was displayed, itemized and the history given. I even spotted a yellow Daisy (equivalent to… Read more >