
“You can almost use this blog as a reference book.”
It is kind of logical I think, that a vineyard should have a red swimming pool.
It feels like she’s there no matter where I turn, Etna. Capriciously she watches over Sicily’s east coast while we are charmed by the narrow streets, the ruins and mixed antipasti.
When organising an overland journey such as ours, the choice of vehicle becomes a very important part of the preparations.
Sicily. Forget The Godfather and mafia – I’m thinking of Jacques Mayol, Enzo Maiorca and the movie The Big Blue.
Posted on 25 June 2010
The body of the Land Rover Defender 130 Ambulance is a framework with double skin, formed into a box. The whole structure is made from aluminium and completely insulated. It has large double doors at the rear and a small opening through to the cab at the front. It is strong but light for a [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 08 June 2010
The cab of the Land Rover Defender is quite sparse and basic in its design. There are very few controls and little in the way of comforts. Continue Reading
Posted on 08 June 2010
The rolling chassis of the Land Rover Defender 130 is a strong and rugged piece of engineering. With the body removed it looks more like a truck than a car. Continue Reading
Posted on 08 June 2010
We have chosen to replace the petrol engine with a diesel one. The reasons for this became clear as we investigated the alternatives. Continue Reading
Posted on 27 May 2010
Nature itself is a remarkable art gallery sometimes. Continue Reading
Posted on 20 May 2010
Summer is coming up and people are preparing for days at the beach. That brings back memories of some wonderful beaches we’ve seen while travelling together. Continue Reading