Old Fashioned Fun: Beauty of Word Searches

I'm most likely going to sound like the biggest nerd but since I fell under the misfortune of becoming unemployed (back in March 2016) I had to keep my brain ticking ready for the next career path I was to embark on. It's a familiar hobby of mine which I usually get into when on holiday on a white beach, staring at the crisp, clear ocean whilst sweating buckets in the sun...can you guess it? I'm talking about the ol' fashion word search puzzle.

I'd forgotten how obsessed I was as a kid with it! When I was unemployed and struggled to sleep as I wasn't using my brain as much as I was used to, I found word searches to be the ultimate cure; specially since I hate reading. I swear, I was never diagnosed with dyslexia but I canne bloomin read a couple of pages without having to go back about a hundred times to remind me of what was going on in the story (I don't think I'm alone here...). 

Every evening I'd get the word search out and just complete a few then find it easy to get to sleep. I also would make the most of the sunshine we've had this summer in the UK to go to a local park for a break from the dreaded job hunt and do a few there too. I now carry it with me EVERYWHERE! 

Call me a nerd, but don't knock it until you've tried it peeps! If you're struggling to focus or take your mind off something and quite frankly, had enough of your mates Facebook posts then give it a go. It doesn't intimidate you, it doesn't comment and it makes you feel darn proud when you complete a hard one lol...

You can buy 'em from most convenience & book stores. Go on! Let me know what you think too.

#GoLocal Abroad

As we all know, Spain has so much to offer for us Brits looking for a quick and affordable getaway. But, what happens when you've pretty much exhausted the same holiday and locations? You can research the hell out of the place but you end up going in circles and driving yourself crazy because Google is a black-hole of information. So, I'm bringing a suggestion to you...

Every year I visit this beautiful, gem of a location called Javea, Costa Blanca just over an hour from Alicante airport.  I'm lucky enough that my father lives and works here so I get to go visit and see things as a local whilst being driven from place to place, which brings me onto my next suggestion for when you visit here; go local!

 The town has so much offer in terms of a short-distance trip abroad no matter what your budget or break duration. There's shops, restaurants, promenades, clifftops, water-sports, scenic views, neighbouring towns to visit, nightlife, beaches and crystal water - everything you need in one place. There's a particularly stunning-restaurant called Nox located on the clifftop and hosting live music during weeknights and weekends if you're looking to treat yourself to a classy evening with some entertainment. 

Another great find is Chabadabada situated along the beach promenade of Javea Arenal (beach). You can eat, party and chill here with their great choice of cocktails and Brit-style grub and a mixed crowd of tourists and locals.

A stunning neighbouring town to visit (about 20 minutes drive) is the seaside town Moraira. This small yet acquaint town is home to some real old-town restaurants, cafes, boutiques and ice-cream parlours. It's even the place to gather for a Vespa party at their Vespa Restaurant  if that's your sort of thing!  

Whether you're a family with kids, a couple of group of friends - stay in local accommodation and walk around like a local. You see things so much better and get to know the local way of living; when you leave you feel like you've really brought some culture home. Now with AirBnB this couldn't be easier. It's cheaper, fun and you are free to roam around trying new experiences, walks and getting to know people around you.

Here's a useful link with some more information about Javea and how to get around if you're wanting to learn more :) 

http://www.spanish-fiestas.com/costa-blanca/javea/ 

Feel free to get in touch if you have any more q's following this blogpost. Thanks for reading! 

#GoLocal