This is Lanzarote
This is Lanzarote Lanzarote is an island full of contrasts; from the bustling streets with bars and restaurants, catering to the majority of British tourists, to the wild and rugged coast of the north of the island. It's a great destination for those that are seeking...
The best place we have stayed in Morocco
The best place we have stayed in Morocco is a little riad on the city walls in Essaouira. Just to be clear - We are not paid for this video, nor have we any rewards, be it financial or otherwise from The Riad Chems Bleu in Essaouira. We are publishing this video as a...
Moroccan streetfood in Essaouira
Streetfood in the Moroccan seaside town of Essaouira, from freshly grilled fish, olives, nuts, fresh local fruits, dried fruit and nuts, shawarmas, kebabs and Moroccan tacos, fresh breads and sweet pastries to go with tea or coffee - it's all here. You cannot turn a...
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway Tamil Nadu, India
A trip on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway in Tamil Nadu, India from Mettupalayam to Ooty - sometimes called The Ooty Toy Train. Beautiful scenery on this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is truly unique and the only rack and pinion railway in India. We met some lovely...
What to do and see in Essaouira Morocco
What to do and see in EssaouiraHistory & beauty What to do and see in Essaouira Morocco - Essaouira is a very cool and laid back town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, approximately 4 hours by road from Marrakesh. The Atlantic winds ensure a climate that is...
South India Highlights 2020
South India Highlights 2020 of our trip to Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu in South India in January 2020. From the deserted village destroyed by a tsunami at Rameshwaram, the tea plantations at Munnar and Fort Kochi, in the states of Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil...
Toulouse Traditions & Lights at Christmas
The beautiful city of Toulouse in South West France at Christmas, a beautiful sunny December day in Toulouse looking at the traditions, foods, drinks and treats for Christmas and talking to the locals and not-so-locals. Join us for a festive look at #Christmas in...
Effective Learning for Travel Vocabulary
Effective Learning for Travel Vocabulary - Here are some essential strategies for Effective Learning for Travel Vocabulary in any language - try some of them out - they really work. The problem is that we try to learn vocabulary for our travels, then when we have to...
Watchtower of Marrakesh
Watchtower of Marrakesh Marrakesh is a fascinating city to visit, the souks with all of the different crafts and trades, the bustling square of Jemaa el Fnâa is at the heart of the city and it all starts from here. Watchtower of Marrakesh video is an edited version...
The Watchtower of Essaouira
The Watchtower of Essaouira is a video taken during a week in Essaouira in November 2021 - a fabulous little, historical coastal town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. The people are very friendly and the food is wonderful. So many sights, sounds, smells and tastes to...
Vanlife project podcast episode 1
In this first episode of the podcasts on a project that the Two Frogs have to travel throughout Europe in a converted Mercedes Sprinter van, Chris talks about the planning stage of a project that combines travel and environmental projects along the way. The Two frogs...
What to do and see in Santorini podcast
Chris talks about a recent trip to Santorini, a Greek island in the cyclades. Sightseeing on an ATV (all terrain vehicle) or a quad to you and me to Fira, Oia, Akritiri and some of the fabulous villages on the island. What to eat and drink and where to stay in...
What to do and see in Santorini
Santorini, stands proud out of the sea as the plane prepared to land at the tiny airport on the island. Going from the airport to your destination can be done by taxi or bus, and most hotels will organise this for you. We stayed at Kamari beach, so it was a short taxi...
How to spend a week in Santorini
Santorini - what a fabulous island. That's what everyone says and we have all seen those fabulous sunset photos of the village of Oia with the romantic blue dome. Follow us to see how to spend a week in Santorini we are sure you will love it! We went in October, where...
Saint Chély du Tarn
Saint Chély du Tarn in Les Gorges du Tarn in the Gorges du Tarn, Lozère, France. Roughly in the middle of Les Gorges du Tarn a few kilometers from Sainte Enimie. A lovely old medieval village on the banks of the crystal-clear waters of the Tarn River; A laid-back...
Discover Beaumont de Lomagne
Beaumont-de-Lomagne, bastide, was founded in 1276, in 1278 the town was granted a very liberal charter of laws, by the standards of the period, defining the rights and duties of its inhabitants. In 1280, work commenced on a large church; the bell-tower, was made in...
10 reasons why your photos are bad
In this podcast episode, we look at why photographs turn out badly and suggest some things to do to improve your photos - we look at : Framing Exposure White balance Focus & aperture settings All the best advice to help you get some banging photos from your...
Discover Le Seuil de Naurouze
The Seuil de Naurouze, or Col de Naurouze, is the highest point (190 m above sea level) of the Canal du Midi in southern France. It is the watershed point identified by Pierre-Paul Riquet when he designed and built the canal, With water falling on the western side of...
Le Château de la Garrigue, Villemur-sur-Tarn, France
A clever blend of history, culture, elegance and originality, it transports you to a bewitching universe ... it is the Château de la Garrigue! A place conducive to escape that will not leave you indifferent. From the moment we crossed its majestic entrance, we felt...
Discover Auvillar
Auvillar has been voted one of the “most beautiful villages in France” with its harbour area on The Garonne river and outstanding monuments like the circular hall, the clock tower and the Church of St. Pierre. Auvillar is a stop for tourists and pilgrims on the...
Le quartier autour de St Etienne Toulouse
Around the Saint Etienne Quarter of Toulouse in south west France. The area is dominated by the huge Cathédrale Saint Etienne - which has existed since the third century, built on the site of a chapel constructed by Saint Saturnin, the first bishop of Toulouse. The...
Discover Collioure
The beautiful town of Collioure on the Mediterranean sea, just a few kilometers from the Spanish border in south west France. The town was and still is a magnet for artists such as Henri Matisse, André Derain, Pablo Picasso and Charles Rennie Mackintosh. There are...
Visit Verdun sur Garonne
A video visit to the small village of Verdun sur Garonne in south west France. Today it is a quiet village, but steeped in history, with beautiful walks and abundant wildlife - come and have a look around with us. Verdun was once a fortified port, fom the 13th century...
Toulouse waterways
Discover the waterways of the beautiful city of Toulouse in south west France. Toulouse is crossed by The Garonne river as it flows from The Pyrenees mountains to the Atlantic Ocean at Bordeaux. The 240 kilometer long Canal du Midi bisects Toulouse as it links The...
The most beautiful village in France
A stroll around the beautiful village of Saint Cirq Lapopie in The Lot Département in south west France. The village has been voted as the most beautiful village in France - maybe you can see why from the video, but there are so many villages in this region that could...
Our roadtrip in Rajasthan
One year ago, in 2019, our roadtrip along the Golden Triangle in Rajastahn, visiting some fabulous sights and cities with Rajasthan, including one of the wonders of the world and several that should be considered as such.Happy Clients
A stroll around Fort Kochi
A stroll around the market and alleyways of Jew Town in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India. The shops were once owned by Jewish merchants, but the population in 2020 was down to just 6 Jewish people, however, the shops still display the star of David and the original (or made...
Chinese Fishing Nets Kochi India
One of the attractions alongside the waterfornt in Fort Kochi are the Chinese fishing nets, operated by a team of 5 or 6 men, they are an unusual, traditional and historic method for catching fish. The mechanism is made up of a large net, bamboo poles and teak struts,...
The Second best cameras for your travels
Most of use our telephones to take pics when we are travelling, and why not, they take good snaps, are easy to share and generally do the job in hand pretty well. I have been a keen photographer and traveller for many years, right back to when I was travelling around...
Le Basin d’Arcachon - this came up as a memory and it just looks so serene and peaceful - a virtual hug 🤗
A beautiful spring day (yep, it’s meteorological spring since 1 March 😜)
Belcastel, Aveyron France - full walking tour video coming soon on NowToulouse Youtube channel - please subscribe, it costs you nothing and means a lot to me and you may just see some awesome places (along with me bungling my videos… I’m learning innit)