Author Archives: Mike Gerrard
10 of the Best American Scenic Byways. Discover stunning driving heaven.
13/03/2017 .
11 Best USA Music Festivals 2017
23/12/2016 .
Frustrated when you can’t get tickets for your favourite US artist’s UK tour? Why not hop on a plane and catch them – along with many more – at one of the USA’s best music festivals. Nowhere does music festivals like the States and they’re a great way to combine music with a city break or road trip holiday. Mike Gerrard lists his 11 best USA music festivals 2017.
Read the full story hereSwinton Park Castle Hotel. Discover a Proper Yorkshire Castle.
12/09/2016 .
It had been a glorious autumnal day at Fountains Abbey, as we drove from Harrogate towards Masham and our treat of the trip: a stay in Swinton Park Castle Hotel, a proper Yorkshire castle
Read the full story hereCooking Gumbo in New Orleans
07/09/2016 .
‘I tend to scream at you and then feed you, as that’s how I grew up,’ chef Toya Boudy tells us as we start to watch her cookery demonstration at the New Orleans School of Cooking, in the heart of the French Quarter. We’re cooking gumbo in New Orleans and it’s clear from the start that we’re in for an entertaining afternoon, and it’s no surprise to learn that Toya has been an actress and also has her own YouTube channel . She’s a natural entertainer and we spend as much time laughing as learning.
Read the full story hereTwelve Top USA Art Museums. Discover the best creative works in America.
07/09/2016 .
