Author

Petra Shepherd

Petra is a freelance travel writer with over 30 years of experience in television. Petra has visited over 120 countries and loves an adventure-fueled trip with markets, mountains, local culture, festivals, skiing and swimming. She has swum between St Kitts and Nevis, been the honoured guest at an Andean wedding and in a previous life, as a celebrity booker, has met everyone from Dame Edna Everage to Donald Trump! When not travelling Petra divides her time between London and visiting her 12 Godchildren around the UK.

Europe
Winter Sun and Fun at Royal Apollonia, Limassol, Cyprus

by Petra Shepherd January 21, 2025

January 21, 2025

Limassol, Cyprus’ major port on the southern coast is also home to historical treasures and some …

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Europe
Avenida Da Liberdade – Lisbon’s Luxury District

by Petra Shepherd September 6, 2024

September 6, 2024

Lisbon’s popularity has boomed over the past years and the region has become a short break …

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Europe
Promising Family Favourites in Lanzarote

by Petra Shepherd April 24, 2024

April 24, 2024

Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands, has something different that goes beyond what an everyday sun …

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Accommodation
Funny times in Les Gets and Morzine

by Petra Shepherd February 23, 2024

February 23, 2024

I was in Les Gets to have my funny bones tickled and ski legs challenged. Following the …

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