by Keyta Hawkins | May 4, 2026 | ASIA, TRAVEL
It has been well over a decade since I last visited the Philippines, and as a place that is part of my heritage and therefore deeply important to me, I was keen to reconnect with and rediscover it. What’s more, I had been craving adventure – something more...
by Keyta Hawkins | Jun 1, 2025 | EUROPE, TRAVEL
In need of a few days away – and craving a reliable dose of sun, sea, and sangria – Palma felt like exactly the right choice. When it comes to an effortlessly lovely minibreak in Europe, Spain rarely disappoints. It’s one of those places that immediately...
by Keyta Hawkins | Dec 22, 2024 | TRAVEL
I recently found myself back in my former home, Dubai, with work – which of course I subsequently extended into a personal holiday to catch up with old friends out there. After spending a good few years out there, by the time I moved back to the UK I felt like I...
by Keyta Hawkins | Sep 22, 2024 | EUROPE, TRAVEL
Originally, the plan was to head down to Cornwall to get a few days away, however, unforeseen circumstances thwarted that so a last minute plan was required stat. So, it was concluded that the next best thing would be an impromptu trip to Italy, hopefully for some...
by Keyta Hawkins | Jun 9, 2024 | CITY, TRAVEL
I recently headed to somewhere that has been on my travel list for far too long: New York. Admittedly, this was my first ever trip to the States. How I’ve made it this long having never ventured across the pond, I’m not quite sure. As I was long overdue a...
by Keyta Hawkins | Mar 16, 2024 | TRAVEL
We are days away from spring and undeniable harbingers of the impending warmer weather have started to appear: daffodils are out in full force; lighter and longer evenings; hot cross buns (yes I’ve already been indulging). I always breathe a sigh of relief when it’s...
